SKU: CL.012-4840-00

Pierre La Plante's mastery of presenting folk songs and beloved carols in innovative and unique ways for concert band is well-illustrated with Joyeaux Noel! Shepherds Awake begins an exciting three-part musical retelling of the Christmas story. The middle section (What is this Perfume) is a beautiful lullaby, followed by a joyous finale (He Is Born,) a song of celebration and rejoicing. This charming suite of beloved French carols will be a welcome and refreshing addition to any holiday concert.

SKU: XC.RCB2207

12 x 9 inches.

One of most hauntingly beautiful folk songs is given a fresh new modern treatment by composer Jason K. Nitsch. Jason keeps the mysterious integrity of the song, while adding colorful timbres and textures in winds and percussion, along with creative harmonic choice. This is simply beautiful!

SKU: FJ.B1131

UPC: 674398209965. English.

This is a wonderful way to feature the lyrical playing of your beginning clarinet section. A simple accompaniment in 3/4 provides a nice background for the beautiful melody presented by the clarinets. Plenty of cues are provided, as well as ample amounts of rest, in each part. An excellent choice to teach phrasing, and show off the lyrical abilities of your band. (2:00).

About FJH Beginning Band

Appropriate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.

SKU: XC.RCB2002FS

UPC: 812598032420. 9 x 12 inches.

Based off the Greek legend of the Phoenix, this piece will excite musicians and audiences alike. Full of fast-paced rhythmic interest, Phoenix is exhilarating from start to finish. The middle of the piece features a beautifully expressive lullaby and cool sound effect made from every-day items. We know your audience will love Phoenix!

SKU: CL.023-3909-01

Real music using only the first 6 notes! This beautiful setting for the very young band will provide an unexpected display of sensitivity during the first holiday concert. Matt Conaway seamlessly weaves the holiday carol Angels We Have Heard On High with the familiar children's song Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star to create a unique, delicate lullaby. Though only requiring the first six notes taught in most beginning band methods, this setting provides great opportunities to teach musicianship and phrasing to more experienced groups. A welcome change of pace for your next winter concert!

SKU: AP.43070

UPC: 038081504315. English. Original music by Michael Story.

Based on the German fairy tale made popular by the Brothers Grimm in 1812, this piece is a musical depiction of the short story Rumpelstiltskin. In addition to the original music in this work, the composer tips his musical hat with excerpts from Grieg's Morning Mood, Wagner's Bridal Chorus, and Brahms' Lullaby. A delightful setting with several style and tempo changes that will capture the imagination of one and all! (2:45).

SKU: CL.023-4624-01

Your beginning band students will love Andy Clark’s arrangement of this favorite lullaby, recently featured in many episodes of two very popular television series. Using only the first five notes students learned in beginning band instruction, every section of the band gets a chance to shine. The variations demonstrate how a melody can be played in different styles, providing excellent teaching opportunities. The brief introduction can be performed as a solo, duet or full section of trumpets, clarinets or saxophones. Fun for everyone at your beginners’ first concert!

SKU: CL.012-4840-01

Pierre La Plante’s mastery of presenting folk songs and beloved carols in innovative and unique ways for concert band is well-illustrated with Joyeux Noël! Shepherds Awake begins an exciting three-part musical retelling of the Christmas story. The middle section (What is this Perfume) is a beautiful lullaby, followed by a joyous finale (He Is Born,) a song of celebration and rejoicing. This charming suite of beloved French carols will be a welcome and refreshing addition to any holiday concert.

SKU: AP.44915S

UPC: 038081517483. English.

This iconic film theme arguably has significantly contributed to the near-cult following of the genius of the Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder film. The haunting musical aspects of this piece are characteristically represented in the arrangement. Feature your trumpet soloist for a tremendous Halloween program or at any time during the year! (3:15).

SKU: AP.29638S

ISBN 9780739050972. UPC: 038081322872. English.

This cycle is a setting of three contrasting poems by Latin-American poets Leopoldo Lugones, Rube én Dari ío and Jose é Marti í. Olas Grises uses evocative rain and sea imagery to meditate on the nature of life and death. Set as a lyrical, quasi-strophic song, these images are portrayed through the opening percussion raindrop motive and the moaning vocal line used throughout the movement. Nocturno is a frantic soliloquy set as an extended opera scene. The opening recitative is followed by a surreal aria. This is followed by a re-statement of both sections. Suen ño Despierto is a short poem about the contrasting images of a waking dream. Based on a fragment of the lullaby Nanita Nana, heard in its entirety at the opening, the song is a set of three variations, followed by a coda, which portray these various images. Three Spanish Songs was commissioned by Michael Haithcock and the University of Michigan Symphony Band. This is the recital/rehearsal version of this piece. The vocal solo with wind ensemble accompaniment is also available (00-29639/$150).