SKU: CL.011-4672-00
Designed to assist your ensemble in advancing to the next level, the opening section of this unique work combines lively and energetic mixed-meter melodic lines with syncopated underlying harmonic structures to create a distinctive musical flavor your students and audiences will love! Additionally, the middle section provides beautiful lyrical opportunities to enhance musicality development. Breaking out of the mold of the standard band keys, Beyond The Challenge! challenges your students to improve their music literacy and technical skills while, at the same time, creating great music. Outstanding selection for contest or concert! (Beyond The Challenge! is correlated with the key development competencies presented in Ed Huckeby’s Core Competencies for the Successful Development of Sightreading Skills, Book Two.).
About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series
The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.
SKU: HL.44011357
UPC: 884088892456. 9x12 inches. English(US)/Deutsch/Francais/Nederlands.
Last Call was commissioned by and written for Brass Band Oberosterreich (Austria) as a special concert finale. Austrian composer Otto M. Schwarz was asked to write an encore piece with which the band could really show off. Featuring all the sections of the band in turn, your audience will surely be dazzled by their skills! Last Call was commissioned by and written for Brass Band Oberosterreich (Austria) as a special concert finale. Austrian composer Otto M. Schwarz was asked to write an encore piece with which the band could really show off. Featuring all the sections of the band in turn, your audience will surely be dazzled by their skills! Last Call - Letzter Aufruf - wurde speziell als letztes Stuck fur Konzerte der Brass Band Oberosterreich geschrieben. Der osterreichische Komponist Otto M. Schwarz wurde beauftragt, ein Zugabestuck zu schreiben, mit dem die Band einen glanzvollen letzten Auftritt hinlegen konnte. In einem Vamp durfen alle Instrumentengruppen ihr Konnen beweisen und das Publikum uberzeugen! Last Call (Dernier appel) est une œuvre pop-funk qui debute avec une fanfare impressionnante suivie immediatement du premier chorus. Ce dernier introduit une melodie entrainante qui subit plusieurs transformations a travers le developpement de l'œuvre tout en etant soutenue par un rythme funk. Last Call est le bis ideal.
SKU: CL.011-4672-01
SKU: CL.011-2073-00
Immediately following a lush opening this piece bursts into a melodically and rhythmically exciting allegro. The middle section develops a melody typical of Spears’ best writing. An excellent contest choice.
SKU: CL.011-3932-01
As an outstanding example of lyric and expressive music for young bands, Colors of Fall is destined to become a mainstay for concert and festival use. Varied textures and changing tonal colors convey the image of breathtaking fall foliage. The beautiful and haunting melody is presented in a variety of ways melodically and harmonically, offering a wonderful opportunity for a mature and sophisticated sound for the young band as well as invaluable teaching opportunities. Don't miss this outstanding lyric selection!
SKU: CL.012-2969-01
A delightful concert piece for mid-level bands based on a famous hymn tune. Master arranger Warren Barker takes this well known melody through a number of interesting variations and creates a band piece which is perfect for a wide variety of performance situations. Exceptional music that is sure to inspire your band to new musical vistas!
SKU: CL.011-2478-01
A delightful march with a truly regal sound. The haunting melody and stately tempo make this a very appealing selection for either contest or concert use and its slightly modal sound is sure to make it a favorite with your students. Another extraordinary young band piece from a very popular composer. A REAL WINNER!
SKU: CL.011-4380-01
This rockin’ medley of classic Christmas carols will be on your must play list as a favorite for years to come! Driving rock rhythms and syncopated melodic elements place a new spin on Deck The Halls, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and Joy To The World. Feature your percussion section with this upbeat selection and give your holiday concert that extra flair.
SKU: CL.011-2874-01
From the driving of the railroad spikes to the cracking of the cattle whips, Tim Loest’s delightful Frontier Valley effectively captures the energy and excitement of America’s westward expansion. A perfect opener for a young band concert.
SKU: CL.011-3074-00
You’ll certainly dazzle your audiences with this distinctive adaptation of the famous carol tune. Lots of fun for everyone in your mid-level band. The drum section parts are just a bit more challenging than the band parts, but everyone gets in on the action in this great holiday classic!
SKU: CL.011-2874-00
SKU: CL.011-4483-01
Audiences have always loved Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus at the holiday season. Composed for chorus with orchestra, this arrangement presents this classic work as a brass quartet (taking the role of the chorus) with band accompaniment. Quartet parts are included for two trumpets, trombone (or baritone in either clef, or horn) and baritone (in either clef.) Transposed to B-flat major, this arrangement sounds very full and sonorous, and can be prepared with a minimal amount of rehearsal time. A guaranteed holiday spectacular which will enthrall your audience!
SKU: CL.011-2648-01
An exciting rock tune that includes an optional section where you can give any of your students a chance to play an improvised solo. Includes parts for Keyboard, Electric Bass and Drum Set and solo sheets to help your young players understand the chords and scales to the solo section. A perfect way to introduce improvisation to all of your students!
SKU: CL.011-2478-00
SKU: CL.011-3563-01
An absolutely stunning piece for young bands that is programmatic in design and hauntingly beautiful in every sense of the word. Your percussionists will enjoy the challenge of providing a myriad of colors to enhance this expressive work while audience members actively participate by creating the sound of falling rain. It should be noted that the technical demands of this composition are crafted so that the wind players will be able to focus on a highly expressive and musical performance. This latest offering by noted composer James Swearingen will make a superb addition to your band library. Very appealing!
SKU: CL.011-4279-01
Beautiful and heartfelt, As Shadows Fall is an outstanding lyrical work for young band. A beautiful and memorable melody is first introduced by the flute and gradually grows amid changing textures and harmonies ultimately leading to a soaring and dramatic final climax. The music then ends as it began, with a gentle breeze, quietly fading away amid the setting sun. The many opportunities for lyrical performance technique and expressive qualities make this a superlative choice for concert or festival use. A valuable addition to the young band repertoire.
SKU: CL.023-4318-01
Pure fun describes this clever mallet percussion feature! David Shaffer has once again crafted a novelty piece with clever melodies, crisp percussion writing and a thoughtful brass and woodwind accompaniment, making it a favorite of your students and audiences alike. Although written for 2 solo xylophones, the piece may be performed with multiple mallets on each part, just 1 mallet part or you can utilize any mallet instrument. Time for FUN!
SKU: CL.012-1595-75
A fine overture full of beautiful sonorities that attainable by mid-level bands. The lively opening theme and expressive andante section are a winning combination that make this quality composition for concert or competition performances. One of Mr. Sheldons finest!
SKU: CL.012-3045-01
OUTSTANDING! Energetic and exciting composition perfect for contest or concert. Unique use of mixed meters and syncopated rhythms combined with modal harmonies provide a distinctive work that is sure to motivate mid-level bands to new musical heights. I.
SKU: CL.011-2729-01
SKU: CL.011-2740-01
As with his extremely popular pieces as Brandon Bay, Abington Ridge and Oxford Point, Crystal Medallion Overture is suitable for a wide range of performance situations and is certain to be a favorite of students and audiences alike. GUARANTEED!
SKU: CL.011-2740-00
SKU: CL.012-1595-01
SKU: AP.45764
UPC: 038081529325. English.
This energetic original work for your very first concert employs contrasting themes while serving as the perfect vehicle to introduce staccato and accented articulations. All instruments get an opportunity to play one of the themes. Destined to be a favorite of students and audiences alike! (1:45).
SKU: HL.4005560
UPC: 888680753290. 9.0x12.0x0.044 inches.
This poignant and lyrical work by Richard Saucedo utilizes sections of transparent beauty, with only a few instruments playing, contrasted with sections of dramatic emotional performed by the entire ensemble. Featuring long phrases and sustained intensity, this is a challenging yet rewarding work for mature bands. Dur: 6:00.
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