Perfect for a combined Choral/Band concert as an opener closer or anywhere in between. This medley of familiar tunes is tied together by the recurring concept that MUSIC SHALL LIVE. A swingin' WADE IN THE WATER a soulful NOBODY KNOWS THE TROUBLE I'VE SEEN and an inspiring BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC make it a crowd pleaser. The unison choral part makes sure the chorus can come through loud and clear and the performance can be prepared without a great deal of combined rehearsal time. Big bold and powerful! (String parts and Beginning Band (simplified) parts are also available for large All-City Band Orchestra and Chorus performances)

Frank Bridge (1879 – 1941) was one of the leading English composers of his time. In October 1922 he adapted his popular string quartet Sir Roger de Coverley for full symphony orchestra and Sir Henry Wood agreed at the last minute to include it in the last night of the Queen’s Hall Promenade Concerts at the end of that month.This elaborate and colourful orchestral version has never been widely performed but has now been brilliantly transcribed by Alastair Wheeler to provide a miniature dance poem for grade 5 level concert band.Bridge’s lively treatment of one of England’s most famous traditional dance melodies willmake a fitting end to any concert with the strains of Auld Lang Syne introduced by Bridge as a nod towards Sir Roger de Coverley’s traditional function as the final dance of a Christmas Ball as it was in Old Mr. Fezziwig’s party in Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.

One of the best-known and most popular classical themes comes from Johann Sebastian Bach's Third Suite for Orchestra. The Air on a G-string has already been adapted for many instrumental combinations but arrangements for concert-band are a comparatively rare commodity. This void is filled with this highly competent wind-band setting by Jan Bosveld. Needless to say that the work is suitable for many occasions.

One of the best-known and most popular classical themes comes from Johann Sebastian Bach's Third Suite for Orchestra. The Air on a G-string has already been adapted for many instrumental combinations but arrangements for concert-band are a comparatively rare commodity. This void is filled with this highly competent wind-band setting by Jan Bosveld. Needless to say that the work is suitable for many occasions.

Opt. String Parts-With a similar approach to his famous “America The Beautiful ” Carmen Dragon's arrangement of this beloved American hymn is considered to be one of the most dramatic and effective versions ever produced. In this newedition optional choral and string parts are now available making this a superb and memorable finale for a multi-group concert.

Although this composition sounds like it came straight out of the Baroque period it is actually the first movement of a suite written in 1996 by Karl Jenkins. Instantly recognized as the 'diamond commercial' theme its relentless pulse and dramatic nature make it a natural for bands. Robert Longfield's skilled arrangement puts it within reach of most groups.score and parts - 4 Flute I 4 Flute II 2 Oboe 4 Bb Clarinet I 4 Bb Clarinet II 4 Bb Clarinet III 2 Bb Bass Clarinet 2 Bassoon 2 Eb Alto Saxophone I 2 Eb Alto Saxophone II 2 Bb Tenor Saxophone 2 Eb Baritone Saxophone 2 F Horn I 2 F Horn II 3 Bb Trumpet I 3 Bb Trumpet II 3 Bb Trumpet III 3 Trombone I 3 Trombone II 2 Baritone B.C. 2 Baritone T.C. 4 Tuba I String Bass I Timpani 2 Percussion I 2 Percussion II - wind/concert band

for Alto Saxophone and Concert Band-Steven Spielberg's 2002 film Catch Me If You Can was set in the 1960s and John Williams created a marvelous film score evoking the style of the progressive jazz movement popular during that time. Soloists on altosaxophone vibraphone and string bass are featured in this suite of three contrasting movements. “Closing In” relates to the often humorous sleuthing ever present in the story. This is followed by“Reflections” portraying the fragile family relationships and finally “Joy Ride” representing the main character's wild flights of fantasy. Dur: 13:00

Death and the Maiden [from String Quartet No. 14]. Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. / Niveau : 1.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Death and the Maiden [from String Quartet No. 14]. Par SCHUBERT FRANZ. / Niveau : 1.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Classic greats from the Big Band Era! Guaranteed to be a highlight on any program. Includes: String of Pearls Satin Doll Sophisticated Lady Intermission Riff and Opus One.

Les Marteaux de La Marine was composed in 1999 as a commission by the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy. The composition contains three static elements which interchange. Static in this case means that development of the material isnot pursued (by the composer). The first element with which the piece begins is tranquil and colourful. The second element is sharp and incisive while the third expresses energy. In all elements a repeated tone is the starting point whichexplains the hammers in the works title.The instrumentation is richly variegated with a harp also determining the palette of colours in the slower movements. The composition opens with an atmospheric Larghetto containing fine harmonies in thesoft and subtly moving wood-winds. The introduction breathes an impressionistic atmosphere in which expressive cantilenas and soloistic agile motifs stand out. A strong setting is followed by an Allegro virtuoso containing fast motifs contrasted withshort and rhythmic stars of the various instrumental sections. Trumpets and horns add a virtuoso bugle-call motif. After a short stringendosection the transparent Larghetto returns with a varied setting of the opening elements. The beautifulleading roles in this section are reserved for cornet (trumpet) and horn. Subsequently the flashing Vivo starts with continuous movements in triplets from both wood-winds and brass. Next the opening Allegro re-appears once again and thus LesMarteaux de la Marine ends with a fast and virtuoso climax. Les Marteaux de La Marine was selected as a compulsory grade 6 contest piece for symphonic bands in the Netherlands.

Les Marteaux de La Marine was composed in 1999 as a commission by the Marine Band of the Royal Netherlands Navy. The composition contains three static elements which interchange. Static in this case means that development of the material isnot pursued (by the composer). The first element with which the piece begins is tranquil and colourful. The second element is sharp and incisive while the third expresses energy. In all elements a repeated tone is the starting point whichexplains the hammers in the works title.The instrumentation is richly variegated with a harp also determining the palette of colours in the slower movements. The composition opens with an atmospheric Larghetto containing fine harmonies in thesoft and subtly moving wood-winds. The introduction breathes an impressionistic atmosphere in which expressive cantilenas and soloistic agile motifs stand out. A strong setting is followed by an Allegro virtuoso containing fast motifs contrasted withshort and rhythmic stars of the various instrumental sections. Trumpets and horns add a virtuoso bugle-call motif. After a short stringendosection the transparent Larghetto returns with a varied setting of the opening elements. The beautifulleading roles in this section are reserved for cornet (trumpet) and horn. Subsequently the flashing Vivo starts with continuous movements in triplets from both wood-winds and brass. Next the opening Allegro re-appears once again and thus LesMarteaux de la Marine ends with a fast and virtuoso climax. Les Marteaux de La Marine was selected as a compulsory grade 6 contest piece for symphonic bands in the Netherlands.

Kaleidoscope No. 4-(Richie) (Am) Edited by Nicholas Hare. Kaleidoscope will save you time! Do you spend hours arranging music for odd assortments of instruments? Kaleidoscope is specially arranged to suit almost any instrumental combination andthese varied ensembles are easy and enjoyable too. So much scope for virtually any combination of instruments! The series is successful with recorders guitars percussion and keyboard as well as with orchestral groupings. Whetherthere are five or fifty players every Kaleidoscope title will work! Just make sure that melody and keyboard parts are included - all other parts are optional. Kaleidoscope is superb value for money - each set contains a scoreplus around 50 parts each one carefully written to suit the needs of each instrument. For example easy string parts are in first position only whilst easy clarinet parts take care to avoid the break. There are more demandingparts too for experienced players. To help you choose the right pieces for your players we have given the key of each Kaleidoscope in brackets. The complete performance option! These super-flexible arrangements of well-knowntitles are a must for every school. Why not choose a theme for your concert and perform a selection of Kaleidoscope show titles and film themes or have an evening of classical favourites. And don’t forget we have Kaleidoscopebumper carol packs and seasonal gems for your Christmas Concert too!