SKU: HL.44007661
UPC: 884088310165. 9.0x12.0x0.365 inches.
Patriotic melodies such as America the Beautiful, Yankee Doodle, You're a Grand Old Flag and more are artfully intertwined in this exciting new opener by James L. Hosay. It's an outstanding addition to Grade 1 literature that will work in almost any concert situation. If your school does an occasional school-wide flag salute assembly, it would be great exposure for your band to open the ceremony with this creative arrangement. (Grade 1-1/2).
SKU: HL.4005248
UPC: 888680702373. 9.0x12.0x0.056 inches. Arr. Dan Woolpert/adpt. Michael Brown.
Music performed by bands of the Civil War era often included familiar airs and patriotic tunes. Included in this rousing medley is an early treatment of The Star-Spangled Banner (which wasn't recognized as the official national anthem until 1931). Also included is Yankee Doodle; Washington's March; and Columbia, the Gem of the Ocean.
SKU: HL.274814
ISBN 9781540025715. UPC: 888680740863. 9.0x12.0x0.034 inches.
The music of Leonard Bernstein's West Side Story is timeliness and remains as popular as ever. In this arrangement of America, Johnnie Vinson has skillfully preserved the mixed meter rhythmic flavor of the original but in a very playable version for younger bands.
SKU: HL.4002795
UPC: 884088280840. 9.0x12.0x0.063 inches.
Rhythmic and energetic, this lively work contains elements of an early American character but also features a poignant, calmer section with a lighter texture and interlaced lyric motifs. The piece builds to a dramatic peak with a powerful and majestic statement by the full ensemble. The final segment, however, becomes more and more frenzied with mixed meters and relentless percussion figures as it races to an exciting conclusion. Filled with humor and creativity, this unique composition will easily find a place in your contest or festival repertoire. Dur: 3:35 (Grade 4).
SKU: AP.47385
UPC: 038081546636. English.
Literally translated to American peace, this musical journey celebrates the many positive things that America stands for: freedom, liberty, democracy, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness. All are presented in distinct sections of the piece, culminating with a bold setting of America the Beautiful. Inspiring. (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.47385S
UPC: 038081546643. English.
Literally translated to American peace, this musical journey celebrates the many positive things that America stands for: freedom, liberty, democracy, opportunity, and the pursuit of happiness. All are presented in distinct sections of the piece, culminating with a bold setting of America the Beautiful. Inspiring. (2:45) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: CF.CPS252
ISBN 9781491159699. UPC: 680160918287.
America is intended for any intermediate to professional concert band looking to honor the United States of America and/or members of the Armed Forces. It is therefore ideal for performance on or around any patriotic holiday. It is not a typical setting of the tune, in that many liberties are taken to showcase each instrument of the ensemble, with the melodic focus constantly shifting. The conductor and performers should seek out these moments, and bring them to life whenever possible. The introduction, mm. 1-12, should be approached in the style of a fanfare, with an emphasis on syncopation and exaggerated nuance in regards to articulation style. Here, hidden beneath woodwind flourishes and triumphant bugle calls, the low voices play quotes of familiar American tunes such as The Star-Spangled Banner (m. 1, beat 3) and Simple Gifts (m. 3, beat 4). In mm. 15-22 the melody is carefully hidden among counter lines. This should be carefully balanced to highlight the melody, while still shaping the counter melodies appropriately. A brief return to the fanfare style occurs in mm. 33-35 before melding back into the chorale style. In regards to dynamics, performers should be reminded that within any single dynamic exists a range of expressive shades. No two notes should be played at the same volume, ensuring direction in even the simplest of phrases. Generally speaking, the fortissimo dynamic should be approached thoughtfully, with the bulk of the sound coming from the lowest voices, and the least from the highest voices.America is intended for any intermediate to professional concert band looking to honor the United States of America and/or members of the Armed Forces. It is therefore ideal for performance on or around any patriotic holiday. It is not a typical setting of the tune, in that many liberties are taken to showcase each instrument of the ensemble, with the melodic focus constantly shifting. The conductor and performers should seek out these moments, and bring them to life whenever possible.The introduction, mm. 1–12, should be approached in the style of a fanfare, with an emphasis on syncopation and exaggerated nuance in regards to articulation style. Here, hidden beneath woodwind flourishes and triumphant bugle calls, the low voices play quotes of familiar American tunes such as The Star-Spangled Banner (m. 1, beat 3) and Simple Gifts (m. 3, beat 4). In mm. 15–22 the melody is carefully hidden among counter lines. This should be carefully balanced to highlight the melody, while still shaping the counter melodies appropriately.A brief return to the fanfare style occurs in mm. 33–35 before melding back into the chorale style.In regards to dynamics, performers should be reminded that within any single dynamic exists a range of expressive shades. No two notes should be played at the same volume, ensuring direction in even the simplest of phrases.Generally speaking, the fortissimo dynamic should be approached thoughtfully, with the bulk of the sound coming from the lowest voices, and the least from the highest voices.
SKU: CF.CPS252F
ISBN 9781491159705. UPC: 680160918294.
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