Ingeniously built on a single melodic fragment first stated by the trumpets the opening section of this very easy overture alternates between a bold full band statement and a more lyrical melody in the woodwinds. A contrastingslow section features a flowing melody in the woodwinds with trumpet answering statements before returning to the fast tempo. First published in 1984 this is a proven winner for beginning bands.

Stephen Sondheim's masterful Broadway musical struck a resounding chord with a new audience thanks to the recent movie adaptation and all-star cast. This impressive and well-paced medley for band includes Into the Woods Giants in the Sky Children Will Listen Last Midnight and No One Is Alone.

Sondheim! Covering a diverse span of Stephen Sondheim's most popular musicals, here is a polished symphonic setting of highlights from his illustrious catalog. Deserving a feature spot on any program, this medley includes: The Ballad of Sweeney Todd, Putting It Together, Send in the Clowns, Old Friends, Children Will Listen, and Into the Woods.

This landmark musical by Stephen Sondheim remains one of his most performed and popular shows. Using main characters from familiar fairy tales (Cinderella Little Red Riding Hood Jack and the Beanstock and Rapunzel) the story line takes some unexpected twists and turns.Featuring memorable melodies from this award-winning production Stephen Bulla’s symphonic medley includes Into the Woods No One is Alone I Know Things Now and Children Will.

for Multi-level Combined Bands-Combining a district-wide extravaganza for players of all levels creates an exciting spectacle for parents while providing much needed incentives for the younger players. Shorewood Overture is specifically designed to beperformed by multi-level bands and rather than the typical massed band number where everyone plays at once this ingenious overture allows each level to be featured briefly by itself along with sections where everyone playstogether. In addition the “Level 3” parts include cues (also in the Level 3 score) allowing this to be performed by a single ensemble. Dur: 4:20

for Multi-level Combined Bands-Combining a district-wide extravaganza for players of all levels creates an exciting spectacle for parents while providing much needed incentives for the younger players. Shorewood Overture is specifically designed to beperformed by multi-level bands and rather than the typical massed band number where everyone plays at once this ingenious overture allows each level to be featured briefly by itself along with sections where everyone playstogether. In addition the “Level 3” parts include cues (also in the Level 3 score) which allows the piece to be performed by a single ensemble. Dur: 4:20 Note: Level 2/Level 1 versions are not playableseparately

for Multi-level Combined Bands-L?interprétation d?une pièce somptueuse pour musiciens de tous niveaux procure la motivation nécessaire aux jeunes musiciens. Shorewood Overture est destinée à être interprétée par des orchestres de divers niveaux. Contrairement aux morceauxtypiquement attribués aux Grands Ensembles où tout le monde joue la même chose cette pièce ingénieuse permet à chaque niveau de s?exprimer brièvement seul entre les passages où tous les musiciens jouent ensemble. En outre les parties de niveau 3comprennent des indications permettant une interprétation par un seul orchestre.

From the classic movie The Great Race starring Tony Curtis Jack Lemmon and Natalie Wood here is a Mancini gem featured in the memorable and climactic pie fight scene.This entertaining arrangement can be used to feature the entire clarinet section just a few players or even a soloist. Optional section parts are also included.

MusicWorks - Grade 3 Drawing its title from the Greek word for motion this marvelously paced work from Michael Sweeney explores various forms of motion within the concert band setting. The fanfare-like opening uses interplay between the brass percussion and woodwinds and is followed by a driving main theme. The slow motion middle section uses a striking harmonic scheme stated first by the woodwinds and some unusual orchestration devices before returning to an expanded version of the main theme and dramatic ending. This rewarding and fresh-sounding composition will leave a lasting impression on players and listeners alike. (5:50)

These well-known Disney marches are recognized by all audiences and together create a wonderfully entertaining medley suitable for just about any concert. Includes: Mickey Mouse March Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five parts (plus percussion) these arrangements will work with virtually ANY combination of brass or woodwinds ? even strings.

Jingle Bells-James Curnow's clever arrangement of “Jingle Bells” masterfully keeps the range and rhythm demands at a pre-grade 1 level while assuring that all the players have fun in the preparation and performance. Every sectionis fully involved and the low woodwinds and brass get a little special time all their own. Great step dynamics are the perfect opportunity to make sure your players show a significant difference at each change. That's the kind ofpreparation that will pay off down the road at festival time in the spring. There's also plenty to keep your fledgling percussion section busy. Cool!

Stephen Sondheim's music and lyrics stand as milestones in the world of American Musical Theater. He won Tony Awards for Best Score for a Musical for Passion Into the Woods Sweeney Todd A Little Night Music Follies and Company. All of these shows won the New York Drama Critics Circle Award as did Pacific Overtures and Sunday in the Park with George the latter also receiving the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1985. Now for the first time some of his best-loved songs from acclaimed shows are included in a 25-minute choral medley a by Mac Huff. Featuring nine songs that are crafted into three distinct sections this ground-breaking medley provides groups with outstandingchoral treatments of these unique and compelling songs. Available for SATB and SAB voices both concert and show choirs alike can now experience and celebrate the creative artistry of Stephen Sondheim. Songs include: Comedy Tonight Into the Woods Putting It Together Not While I'm Around Losing My Mind Send In the Clowns Company The Little Things You Do Together Being Alive.

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1 p. 11) Get your beginning band off to a great start on their first concert! This impressive-sounding composition has bold lines for brass and contrasting melodies for woodwinds all withnothing faster than quarter notes (8ths in percussion). Guaranteed success. (1:50)

A masterpiece of classical literature this marvelous work adapts beautifully for concert band in the expert hands of Jay Bocook. The woodwinds and brass share the spotlight on Introduction and Royal March of theLions. Next the tubas are featured on The Elephant. Mallet percussion are featured on Fossils and the entire ensemble gets a workout on the Finale. In addition to providing quality literature for yourstudents audiences are sure to find this enjoyable. (5:30)

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.