Nearly 400 years ago (in 1609) Henry Hudson and his ship the Half Moon explored the majestic river that was later to bear his name. Half Moon on the Hudson pays tribute to this area of New York and the spirit ofexploration and adventure. A regal fanfare announces the beginning of the work followed by an energetic and rhythmic section that features various sections of the band answering one another. An emotional and chorale-like middlesection provides a calmer mood along with lush harmonizations. The brass and percussion sections herald the final segment driving to a dramatic conclusion of this rewarding work for winds. Dur: 6:30 (Includes full performance CD)

Mvt. III Of Minnesota Portraits-Enjoy a jubilant celebration of sounds and rhythms in this refreshing work that musically explores the exhilaration of snowboarding or skateboarding on the “halfpipe.” Composer Samuel Hazo uses an energetic percussionfabric combined with twisting and turning patterns of melodies and riffs in this challenging and appealing offering for band. Dur: 3:50

Using the familiar carol Deck the Hall as a starting point, Richard has created a high-energy fantasy perfect for the holiday season. The melody is passed from section to section amid a variety of textures and moods. Entertaining and festive!

Arr. Wil Van Der Beek. Par GRIEG EDVARD. Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson influença profondément la littérature norvégienne du XIXème siècle. En 1872, Grieg écrivit une musique de scène pour la nouvelle pièce de théâtre de son ami, intitulée Sigurd Jorsalfar (‘‘Sigurd, le croisé’’). La musique comporte huit pièces, dont deux chorals. En 1892, Grieg remaniait trois de ces pièces qu’il faisait publier un an après, sous forme de suite séparée, Op. 56. La première pièce, Prélude : dans le hall du roi (In The King’sHall) développe un thème solennel qui chemine vers des mélodies plus intimistes auxquelles les bois apportent une coloration nostalgique. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1 p. 11) From our very easiest series Mike has created a bluesy sounding original using only quarter notes and half notes (percussion have a few eighths). Every section of the band gets a brief shining moment (have those cameras ready) before the rousing full band finish. This is the perfect tune for showing off the entire band at your first concert.

Recorded by Norwegian pop band a-ha in 1985 this familiar tune has taken on a life of its own becoming one of the top selling singles of all time.Paul's effective version for concert band provides plenty of variety in scoring and retains the exciting flavor of the original including the signature half-time feel in the chorus.

Bj?rnstjerne Bj?rnson influen?a profond?ment la litt?rature norv?gienne du XIX?me si?cle. En 1872 Grieg ?crivit une musique de sc?ne pour la nouvelle pi?ce de th??tre de son ami intitul?e Sigurd Jorsalfar (??Sigurd le crois???). La musique comporte huit pi?ces dont deux chorals. En 1892 Grieg remaniait trois de ces pi?ces qu?il faisait publier un an apr?s sous forme de suite s?par?e Op. 56. La premi?re pi?ce Pr?lude : dans le hall du roi (In The King?sHall) d?veloppe un th?me solennel qui chemine vers des m?lodies plus intimistes auxquelles les bois apportent une coloration nostalgique.

Salute to Dick Clark-Since the 1950s the name Dick Clark has been synonymous with the hottest names in popular music. Appearing on his long-standing series ?American Bandstand? was a hit parade of trend-setting artists. Here is a fun fast-paced medley of some of the signature moments from the Dick Clark era: Bandstand Boogie (AB theme song) Rock Around the Clock (Bill Haley) The Twist (Chubby Checker) Don't Worry Baby (BeachBoys) Rockin' Robin (Michael Jackson) and YMCA (Village People). Also included is an optional tag on Auld Lang Syne remembering many years of ?Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.?

What a great idea! Here's 11 of the biggest swing hits from two eras the 40's and the 90's cleverly put together in a medley that will turn your concert hall into a dance hall. Eric's skilled writing makes it fun and easy toplay for any group. This one's an entertainment winner. Includes: Woodchopper's Ball Jumpin' Jack Zoot Suit Riot Puttin' On the Ritz It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing) Stompin' at the Savoy Boogie WoogieBugle Boy Leap Frog Go Daddy-O In the Mood and Jump Jive An' Wail.

Involve your whole school with this easy holiday medley for band and choir. An excellent concert finale! The band arrangement is designed to be performed with or without the choir. Includes: Deck The Hall Jingle Bells OChristmas Tree and We Wish You A Merry Christmas. (SATB: 08743047 $2.50 • 3-Part Mixed: 08743048 $2.50 • 2-Part: 08743049 $2.50 • String Pak: 04490211 $40.00 • ShowTrax CD: 08743050 $30)

Here's a holiday medley with the irresistible Barker touch! It's playable by band alone or with optional audience/choral sing-along (reproducible lyric sheet is included). Songs featured: Jingle Bells O Come All Ye Faithful Joy To The World We Wish You A Merry Christmas Hark The Herald Angels Sing Deck The Halls Silent Night.