The Clinton 12-In August 1956 Clinton Tennessee was the the site of one of the most significant events of the American Civil Rights movement as 12 courageous teenagers walked into history becoming the first students to desegregate astate-supported high school in the south. Commissioned by the East Tennessee School Band and Orchestra Association Richard Saucedo captures the mood of this monumental event along with its sense of anger and frustration but alsowith feelings of hope and determination as the nation struggles to defeat bigotry and fear. Dur: 5:45 (Grade 5)

The Musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein II-Showcasing the grand musicals created by Rodgers and Hammerstein here is a marvelous setting of some of the best-known songs ever to hit the Broadway stage. Includes: Bali Ha'i (South Pacific) Oklahoma (Oklahoma) Getting to Know You (The King and I) The Carousel Waltz (Carousel) and Climb Ev'ry Mountain (The Sound of Music). Relive this golden age of songwriting with this terrific arrangement.

The 'Ride Of The Valkyries' is a segment from Richard Wagner's opera The Valkyrie although the theme threads through the entire epic four-opera cycle The Ring of the Nibelungs which premiered in 1876. 'The Ride Of The Valkyries' represents the night ride of the warrior maidens daughters of the god Wotan. This work presents an ideal opportunity to build brass range and endurance in a non-threatening environment (unisons/octaves bugling without change of fingering or slide position). Tempos should be carefully chosen to maintain the stormy atmosphere without making the heroic theme sound rushed. The original score contained complex dotted 9/8 rhythms which were converted into 3/4 rhythms to make the music easily playable by students. This was done with the utmost care in order to maintain the integrity of the music. Now your students can enjoy one of the great masterworks by one of the greatest European composers. Duration: approx. 2 minutes

You can sense right from the start that someone is sneaking around to give that unexpected surprise to a friend or foe! The percussion provide a simple but effective groove and a jazzy middle section helps to mix things up and offers nice variety. Written in a single tempo throughout here is an entertaining piece that will be a blast to perform and yet musically rewarding to teach.

This remarkable and descriptive work opens and closes with members of the ensemble whispering to one another creating a soft yet chaotic effect. The simple poem is by the composer: ?Whispers move in colored flight seekingsigns of nexttwilight purple as the violets grow warm but rich for all to know.? As the piece progresses introduced by a solo piano the listener is taken through a dynamic range of emotional tension and release beforethe quiet mood returns to close outthis uniquely effective composition. Dur: 5:15Recorded by the Marshall University Wind Symphony ? Steve Barnett conductor

Over a period of four decades Jimmy Webb (b. 1946) has written hits for a number of singers including Glen Campbell Art Garfunkel Frank Sinatra Willie Nelson Johnny Cash and Linda Ronstadt. His songs are often epic in character and include By the Time I Get to Phoenix; Up Up and Away; Didn’t We; Wichita Lineman and Galveston. MacArthur Park (1968) was unlike anything that had gone before it. Running at over 7 minutes it is 2 or 3 times the length of most pop songs and has an extended orchestral interlude. Richard Harris’ seminal recording topped the music charts in Europe while peaking at number two on the U.S. charts. Philip Sparkehas made this excellent arrangement for Concert Band which is sure to become a regular feature on your concert program.

Traditional English Melody-Taking a stately lyric approach to this well-known English carol Richard Saucedo has crafted a unique and rewarding setting with beautiful melodic lines and lush harmonies. Includes a section for optional recorders for an added special touch.

Featuring a flowing lyric style and beautiful harmonies this composition for beginning groups allows you to teach phrasing and musicality in a rewarding setting. With easy rhythms and moderate ranges this is very attainable for young players. Dur: 2:30 (Grade 1-1/2)