SKU: CL.012-1798-01

A magnificent contest overture combining sensitive scoring with memorable melodies. The opening fanfare and processional leads to an andante section featuring lyrical solo passages that are not technically demanding. A variation of the opening theme brings the band to a powerful and triumphant conclusion.

About Bach Series arranged by Alfred Reed

Masterful settings for concert band by the venerable Alfred Reed, these works have been scored to achieve richness and beauty without detracting from the textural construction created by Bach himself. Marvelous educational and program material!

SKU: CL.012-3409-00

As the title implies, there is a dichotomy of spirit within the contrasting sections. But, there is also a mutual thematic development which makes this composition unique. After beginning with a lyrical introduction in which the trumpet invokes an expressive solo passage, the work then progresses with an energetic rhythmic pattern which offers and leads to a joyful spirit of celebration. A recapitulation of the original theme forms a variation to the end. This distinctive composition was selected by the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation to receive the NJSCA Fellowship award. Very nice!

About Heritage of the March

Full-sized concert band editions of the greatest marches of all time. Each has been faithfully re-scored to accommodate modern instrumentation and incorporate performance practices of classic march style

SKU: AP.47415S

UPC: 038081547565. English.

A theme-and-fantasy-variations treatment of the traditional church hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing. A quiet traditional opening introduces a set of fantasy-like episodes, creating a kaleidoscopic musical journey that culminates in a stately chorale treatment of the theme. Brilliant!

SKU: KJ.WB99F

The medieval Latin carol In Dulci Jublio forms the basis for this creative set of variations. John Zdelchik masterfully weaves this famous theme through many moods and guises, giving every member of the band a significant part. Dialogues can also be a unique and challenging addition to your next holiday concert!

SKU: BT.CMP-0916-05-010

English.

We urge you to look at this important new composition by James Curnow. This symphonic variant style treatment of themes based on the shape-note tune Resignation is a magnificent compositional exploration. Once your group has achieved the ability to perform at this level of difficulty, they deserve to play music with the challenge and masterful quality that Inventions from the Sacred Harp presents. Even a brief analysis of the score reveals composition and development techniques that are reserved for pieces on an impressive scale. A more thorough analysis lets you appreciate the complexity of the compositional processes found in the very fabric of this major work.The historical significance of The Sacred Harp provides the opportunity for some cross-curricular work as well.

Wanneer uw orkest een bepaald niveau heeft bereikt, kunt u uitpakken met Inventions from the Sacred Harp. James Curnow ontwikkelde variaties in diverse stijlen, gebaseerd op het in Amerikaanse ‘shape notes’ geschreven stukResignation uit de beroemde Sacred Harp-collectie, waarin liederen, hymnen, psalmmelodieën en volksliedbewerkingen van vroege Amerikaanse componisten zijn opgenomen. Een complex, niet onder één stijl onder te brengen werk datindrukwekkend is voor zowel muzikanten als publiek.

Wenn Ihr Blasorchester ein gewisses spielerisches Niveau erreicht hat, sollten Sie es mit einem Stück wie Inventions from the Sacred Harp belohnen. James Curnow entwickelte Variationen in verschiedenen Stilen, basierend auf dem in so genannten shaped notes“ geschriebenen Stück Resignation aus dem berühmten Liederbuch The Sacred Harp, das Lieder, Hymnen, Psalmenmelodien und Volksliedbearbeitungen früher amerikanischer Komponisten enthält. Ein komplexes, Genre übergreifendes Werk voll von besonderen Kompositionsund Entwicklungstechniken, das Musiker und Publikum tief beeindrucken wird!

The Sacred Harp (La Harpe Sacrée) est un livre de chants religieux nés dans le Sud rural des États- Unis au XIXe siècle. James Curnow a puisé dans le vaste trésor que forment ces psaumes et mélodies polyphoniques chantés a capella et écrits en notation différenciée. Inventions from The Sacred Harp est un ensemble d’inventions qui constituent une série de variations sur la mélodie du Psaume 23.

SKU: AP.29444S

UPC: 038081322179. English.

Catalina March, an original composition by Steve Hodges, contains elements of both traditional and contemporary marches. The spirited opening theme features a playful give-and-take between the brass and the upper woodwinds. A contrasting minor trio section is presented by the clarinets, saxophones and horns before returning to a charming woodwind variation of the initial presentation. Following an effective modulation, the piece finishes with a powerful restatement of the opening theme with woodwind countermelodies complementing the strong brass and percussion. This exciting march would be an excellent way to begin a concert! (2:35).

SKU: RM.BRIT04953-CO

SKU: CL.012-1945-01

Two principal folk-like melodies have been woven together in this little suite. After a brief brass opening a rich chorale is played by woodwinds followed by the development section using sharp accented rhythms. The themes and their variations are added individually as they build for an exciting full band climax.

SKU: HL.4008046

UPC: 196288114703.

These days, many concert bands celebrate their centenary--this provided a good reason to compose the Centennial Celebration. This work has a festive, harmonious and optimistic vibe. A joyful introduction is followed by a lyrical passage with an enticing melody, after which the same theme can be heard in a pop style variation. Next is a kind of trio with a melody that will linger in your mind. Lively sounds bring us back to the lyrical main theme once more, but this time exuberant, like a pop ballad. Finally, we hear the festive sounds of the introduction again, now as a lustrous conclusion.

SKU: BT.CMP-0189-98-040

It has been said that the magic of Mozart’s music lies in its ability to truly and purely express the inner self. This delightful Grade 21/2 adaptation of a well-known theme from The Magic Flute will help your young musicians gain a deeper understanding of Mozart and the amazing gift that made him the incomparable master of flawless composition. In addition, your musicians will discover that Mozart is FUN! Douglas Court uses creative variations to skillfully bring this delightful music to your concert band stage with remarkable authenticity. A great one to program for “the Mozart year!”

The Magical Mozart van Douglas Court is een verzameling van eenvoudige variaties op een alom bekend thema uit de prachtige opera Die Zauberflöte van Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Breng met The Magical Mozart een vleugjemagie van een van de grootste componisten aller tijden in uw volgende concert.

In The Magical Mozart verarbeitete der amerikanische Komponist Douglas Court ein bekanntes Thema aus der Oper Die Zauberflöte. Diese Melodie wurde über die Jahre hinweg schon mit verschiedenen Texten in sakralen Hymnen verwendet. Douglas Courts einfache, aber ansprechende Bearbeitung für Blasorchester ist ein wunderbarer Einstieg für Musiker und Publikum in die zauberhafte Musik des großen Meisters.

SKU: CL.012-4216-01

An outstanding work for band by Japanese composer Naoya Wada, As Spring Arrives is the perfect selection for contest and festival use. Dramatic, lyrical and playful, it is based on a single melodic theme that appears in variations. Sure to be one of your performers’ and audience’s favorites!

SKU: AP.98-RWS228400

ISBN 9781470694548. UPC: 038081610399. English.

The Highland Games is a heroic and daring piece that draws inspiration from the annual Highland Games in Scotland. A Gaelic tune is passed through different sections of the orchestra and is followed by a building secondary theme. This brings the piece to new heights in a flowing legato section, depicting the breeze blowing through the lush grass of the Scottish Highlands. The primary theme makes its appearance again in different variations for an epic closing to this gallant piece. The Highland Games will help players practice ostinato and play quick melodic patterns.

Original Item#: RWS-2284-00.

SKU: DH.DP200211-SC

A beautiful slow piece - a set of eleven variations built on two eight-measure themes. Like many of Mr. Daehn's other young band pieces, the burdens of technique and range are gone, so the young player can just concentrate on making beautiful sounds. Music for the Mind, but mostly for the Heart!