with opt. Chorus-Exemplifying pride in our country Irving Berlin's beloved classic continues to be the standard bearer of patriotic anthems. This concert band arrangement was designed to accompany the well-known choral arrangement by JoyceEilers however it can also be effectively performed by concert band alone. Hal Leonard Corporation is proud to announce that a portion of the proceeds from this publication will go to the God Bless America Fund to assist victimsof the September 11th terrorist attack. ?08743061 SATB $1.60 ?40207012 2-Part $1.50 ?04490209 String Pak $35.00 ?08551584 ShowTrax CD $22.95.

The 'Admiral Spirit' is the pride of the Navy. The ship is at sea there is no wind the sun is shining. The crew are busy piloting the ship into port in prime condition. The admiral himself will inspect the vessel. The first movement (Allegro Con Spirito) gives musical expression to the majestic ship and its toiling crew. In the second movement (Andante) the ship sails into port. It has been polished and technically everything is in order. The admiral will be proud when he inspects the ship. Third movement (Allegro Molto): the captain and his crew are nervous (modulations) while working at the 'finishing touch'. The Navy Band is ready to receive the admiral !. Hemay be proud of his flagship. De bemanning van het marineschip Admiral Spirit is druk bezig om het schip in optimale conditie de haven binnen te loodsen de admiraal gaat namelijk het schip zelf inspecteren. In het eerste deel (Allegro con spirito) horen we een verklanking van het majestueuze schip en de zwoegende bemanning. Hoe beeldend zijn de emmertjes water welke overboord gaan (trombones). In het tweede deel (Andante) vaart het schip de haven binnen. Het schip is gepoetst en technisch is alles in orde. Derde deel (Allegro molto): De kapitein en zijn bemanning zijn nerveus (modulaties) en er wordt aan de finishing touch gewerkt. De Navy Band staat klaar om de admiraal te ontvangen! De admiraal kan trots zijn op het vlaggenschip. Een schitterend speelwerk voor de lagere afdelingen! Dit werk is opgenomen in het Klein repertorium harmonie - 5e divisie

First Movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont-Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always started his concerts with a rousing overture and Front and Center is in this proud tradition. In a non-stop 9/8 rhythm this piece explodes with energy and effervescence. Full of powerful fanfares lively melodies driving percussion and dynamic contrasts this exciting concert opener moves through different musical colors without ever losing its relentless drive. An exhilarating tour-de-force showcasing all sections of the band! Front and Center is the first movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont and was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band.

We are proud to publish Alfred Reed's Third Symphony. From the intensity of the opening meovement to the exquisite counterpoint of the finale Dr. Reed draws the most from the resources of the contemporary concert band. Writtenfor the U.S. Air Force Band this powerful three-movement work is certain to be a lasting contribution to the world of band literature.

Change your band into a Big Band with the swinging sounds of this composition. It is a transcription by top arranger Klaas van der Woude of original light music by Barrie Gott. Various instruments can play the solo in this versatile piece and there is even an invitation to improvise! . The audience will find it impossible to keep still as your band plays the rhythmic Light-walk. However that's no problem: dancing is allowed!

Third Movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont-Imagine a band far off in the distance marching toward you ? soft at first the music becomes louder and louder; the red capes of the band sway in the wind getting closer and closer. It was this image that inspired Flying Colors. Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always programmed a march in his concerts and the hallmark of his band was their red capes. The work begins very softly with a distant snare drum beat. The trumpets enter quietly with the melody and with each new melodic entry the music grows and intensifies to a roaring finish. This is a fresh new take on a march and is sure to please players and audiences alike! Flying Colors is thethird movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont and was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band.

Letter from Sado is an exciting new piece for young band based on a Japanese haiku of the same name. Sado refers to Sado Island in Japan in which various artists religious and military leaders were sent in exile many years ago. The island has historically had a strong community of taiko drummers and as such the piece incorporates optional homemade taiko drums. Blackshaw writes: To capture the idea of interpretation and the concept of reading between the lines the students are invited to become decision makers about particular sections in the music. For example the opening and closing sections of the piece use the same material which is a selection of repeated melodic figures.The students themselves decide how to play these figures as individuals in small teams and then as a whole band. Their decisions include ideas regarding tempo (how fast?) dynamics (how loud?) and articulation (smooth short or hard?). To inspire them we use the haiku poem; i.e. the opening section invites the students to play the material as if it were a 'stormy wild sea' and the closing section invites the students to play the same melodic figures but this time draw their inspiration from 'Heaven's River ' or as we know it the Milky Way. In-between there is an elaborate heavily textured section that becomes increasingly powerful. The music doesn't rest harmonically until the whole band plays in unison. These multiple layers of sound represent the many thoughts and ideas that would have surrounded those individuals sent to Sado Island in exile the final unison is representative of their own breakthrough experience sending them on a pathway to inner peace and acceptance. Embrace your players' creativity offer them your trust and see how far Letter from Sado can take your band!

Arr. Klaas Van Der Woude. Par HERMAN JERRY. / Niveau : 3 / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Recueil / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Hal Leonard is proud to welcome the talents of Douglas Akey with this wonderful contribution to the concert band repertoire. Commissioned by the Indiana Bandmasters Association this descriptive work is built around twocontrasting themes. The first is a haunting slow melody which reoccurs later in a more developed and expanded form. The fast section uses a strong theme with a creative harmonic structure along with occasional mixed meters. WithDoug's skillful orchestration and colorful percussion writing this piece is an excellent choice for festivals or contests.

Diamond Prelude was written to commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United States Army Band (Pershing’s Own) andwas premiered at their 75th Anniversary Concert at the D.A.R. Constitution Hall in Washington D.C. For 75 years the U.S.Army Band has proudly served the American people through their many performances throughout the world as well asthousands of ceremonies and concerts in the national Capitol area. Now your band and audiences can enjoy James L.Hosay’s exciting Diamond Prelude written for one of the finest bands in the world.

Second Movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont-Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always programmed a hymn in his concerts and Memento is an homage to that proud tradition. Starting with a simple and reverent solo trumpet and introducing other brass instruments one by one the introduction has the sound of a brass band. The woodwinds join in and with the use of rich textures and dynamic scoring the work builds to a powerful climax and then resolves once again with the solo trumpet. Ideal for festival use Memento will give your ensemble an opportunity to explore expression and nuance. The second movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont Memento was commissioned by the West Vancouver Youth Band.

The Emmylou Harris version of Pat Ballard's Mr Sandman was an international hit. In this arrangement Klaas van der Woude shows this song is also perfectly suited for three instrumental soloists (saxophones) with brass band accompaniment. The special close harmony effect is obtained by a tight three-part arrangement of the melody. Effective use of percussion particularly the vibraphone gives this version the same feel as the original.

I wrote The Nonantum Bulgar in response to a request for a klezmer-style piece for middle school band. Since my local middle school (F. A. Day) is located in close proximity to Nonantum the oldest area of Newton MA I decided to imagine the dedication of the Adams St. Shul our city's oldest synagogue which took place around a hundred years ago (December 15 1912). According to the Yiddish and English poster announcing the dedication the event featured the a prominent Boston cantor and choir and a klezmer orchestra leading a 'Grand March' down Adams St. The piece tries to re-create what the klezmer band might have played on that occasion. A Bulgar is a Romanian Jewish Dance thatwas very popular among Jewish immigrants at the beginning of the twentieth century. The trumpet solo that opens the piece is a typical rubato prelude with the trumpet playing 'cantorial-style' Jewish ornaments and phrasing in the manner of Eastern-European Jewish prayer leaders. Once the dance starts the piece is underscored with a Romanian Jewish 'Bulgaresca' rhythm heard in the trombone snare drum and tympani. The 'bulgar' section of the piece begins with a typical klezmer band orchestration of the time featuring solo clarinet (played with a somewhat nasal tone) trumpet (or even more ideally cornet) trombone saxophone tuba and percussion. The percussion section is prominently featured in the third strain. In the final round of the opening melody the band slows down in the manner of a Russian 'Grand March ' bringing the piece to a proud and majestic conclusion. --Hankus Netsky

'Escape from Dead Raider's Hollow' is a fast-paced adventure. Opening quietly, the introduction gradually builds in volume and energy up to a tempo change where the piece takes off and doesn't relent until the end. Combining rhythms of 3 over a pulse of 2 creates a hemiola effect that drives the piece forward, creating a feeling of anxiety and being chased. This is a bombastic, action-packed piece with loud percussive hits, huge brass, and soaring woodwinds that ends with a bang. (2:30) / Concert Band

FJH is proud to introduce the beginning band audience to the outstanding writing of Robert Longfield. This stately march is well scored and sounds full from the start. Provide your band with an excellent opportunity to open your contest or festival program with a fresh new sound from one of our country's finest band composers.