Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-3145-01

America The Beautiful. Composed by Ward-Bates. Arranged by Barker. Concert Band. Classics Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR318). Extra full score. Composed 2001. Duration 2 minutes, 52 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3145-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3145-01).

A brand new and very impressive arrangement of America The Beautiful that gives the patented Warren Barker treatment to this classic patriotic melody. Also includes an optional vocal part to allow it to be used by a vocal soloist or group. Starting softly, it builds to a strong, lush and vigorous ending that is sure to impress. A superb arrangement!

About C.L. Barnhouse Classics Series

Under the editorial supervision of Dr. Alfred Reed, these classics from master composers have been adapted and arranged for concert band. A perfect way to acquaint concert band performers and audiences with some of the greatest classical music of all time!

Grade 3

SKU: CL.011-3702-01

Composed by Romeyn. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR359). Extra full score. Composed 2008. Duration 4 minutes, 27 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3702-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3702-01).

Along the Santa Fe Trail is a programmic work depicting the life and times along the historic 19th century transportation route across southwestern North America. Full of energy, beautiful tonal colors and contrasting styles, this piece will be a winner for concert or festival use! The expressive middle section features an optional flute solo or flute section feature. Various sections of the band are featured, making this piece a wonderful teaching tool. Don’t miss this one!

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.

Composed by Aaron Copland (1900-1990). Arranged by Robert Longfield. For Concert Band (Score). Boosey and Hawkes Concert Band. Grade 4. 36 pages. Published by Boosey and Hawkes

Grade 2

SKU: CL.RWS-2336-01

(A Juneteenth Reflection). Arranged by Harden. Young Concert Band. Extra score. Composed 2023. RWS Music Company #RWS-2336-01. Published by RWS Music Company (CL.RWS-2336-01).

Written as an American Juneteenth reflection, this lyrical piece is based on the spiritual Swing Low, Sweet Chariot. A beautiful tribute to the heroes of pre-emancipation America. Opening with a moving solo that can be played by any instrument, this piece provides an excellent opportunity to feature the finest players in your band. Expertly scored to maximize the sound of your band, this composition works as the lyrical selection in any program.