Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3756-01

Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR359). Extra full score. Composed 2008. Duration 1 minute, 58 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3756-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3756-01).

It doesn’t get any better than this, a groovin’ rock beat, hot percussion writing, and wailin’ saxophones! The slight use of syncopation provides great teaching opportunities. This high-energy sax section feature is sure to bring down the house at your next concert.

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.

Parts Only. By Dmitri Shostakovich. Arranged by Johan De Meij. Amstel Concert Bands. Published by Amstel Music.

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4390-01

Composed by Conaway. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR385). Extra full score. Composed 2015. Duration 2 minutes, 34 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4390-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4390-01).

This lighthearted selection of sea chanteys provides a great opportunity for even the saltiest saxophone section to shine! Tunes including Blow The Man Down, Drunken Sailor, A-Roving, and Sailor's Hornpipe provide great teaching moments as well as great fun for your audiences! A delightful selection designed to feature your saxophone section in a fun and crowd-pleasing way!

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.

Grade 1.5

SKU: CL.WA-FCB194-01

Composed by Bill Holcombe. Concert Band. William Allen Music - First Concert Series. Extra score. Duration 2 minutes, 15 seconds. Published by William Allen Music (CL.WA-FCB194-01).

Outstanding concert selection for first and second year bands. Grade level: 1 1/2 - 2.

By David Shaffer. Concert band. Young Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR369). Grade 2. Score and parts. Composed 2010. Duration 3 minutes, 33 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

Band concert band - Grade 4.5

SKU: CF.SPS71

Composed by Carl Strommen. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 2+16+4+8+8+8+4+4+2+4+4+4+4+6+6+6+4+4+4+4+6+6+6+6+4+8+3+2+12+2+4+28 pages. Duration 6 minutes, 26 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SPS71. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SPS71).

ISBN 9781491143544. UPC: 680160901043. Key: G minor.

Nordanvind is a tour de force symphonic rhapsody that is built on three Scandinavian folk songs. Composer Carl Strommen has composed these Viking-influenced melodies into a concert setting that brings out all of the history of the Scandinavian people. The piece is at times bold and aggressive, at other times beautiful. Carl employs all of the instrumental colors of the concert band to create a new work for more advanced ensembles.
Modern Scandinavians are descendants of the Vikings, an adventuresome people who were known for their love of the sea, their naval prowess, and as fierce fighters . The Scandinavian Vikings were warriors from Denmark, Norway, and Sweden who traded, raided and settled in various parts of Europe, Russia, the North Atlantic islands, and the northeastern coast of North America .Starting around 1850, over one million Swedes left their homeland for the United States in search of religious freedom and open farm land . Augustana College was founded in 1860 by graduates of Swedish universities and is located on the Mississippi River in Rock Island, Illinois . Home of the “Vikings,” Augustana College is the oldest Swedish- American institution of higher learning in the United States . This powerful and lively piece takes inspiration from Swedish history and from Swedish folk songs and hymns .Havsdrake (Dragon of the Sea)The Nordanvind or “North Wind” blows a cold wind during a journey of a group of courageous Viking rowers . The “Dragon-ship” or long ships designed for raiding and war was a sophisticated, fast ship able to navigate in very shallow water . To musically portray these magnificent seafaring vessels, the director is encouraged to use an Ocean Drum (or a rain stick) during the introduction . Wind players may consider blowing air through their instruments to suggest the North wind . Adding men’s voices to accompany the haunting low brass and percussive “rower” sounds can be helpful in creating the dark and ominous portrayal of Viking adventurers .Slangpolska efter Byss - KalleIn Sweden, a “polska” is a partner dance where the dancers spin each other (släng in Swedish “to sling or toss”) . Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle is attributed to Byss-Kalle, who was a notable Swedish folk musician, specifically a nyckelharpa player . Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle is a traditional “polska” dance song most often played on the Nyckelharpa or keyed fiddle and is commonly heard in pubs and at festive events throughout Sweden . Approximately 10,000 nyckelharpa players live in Sweden today, and the Swedish and the American Nyckelharpa Associations are dedicated to this Swedish National instrument . The director is encouraged to share video and audio examples of the nyckelharpa playing the original Slangpolska efter Byss - Kalle .Tryggare Kan Ingen Vara (Children of the Heavenly Father)Tryggare Kan Ingen Vara Is a traditional Swedish melody, possibly of German roots, and was believed to be arranged as a hymn by the Swedish hymn writer, Karolina Wilhelmina Sandell-Berg (1832–1903) . As a daughter of a Swedish Lutheran minister, she began writing poems as a teenager and is said to have written over 1,700 different texts . There are two different accounts as to the inspiration for this hymn . The first story is that Lina (as she was called) wrote the hymn to honor her father and to say thank you to him for raising her and protecting her . A second belief is of her witnessing the tragic death of her father . She and her father were on a boat, when a wave threw her father overboard . It was said that the profound effect of watching her father drown is what caused Lina to write the text to this hymn . Although this is a treasured song to people of Swedish descent everywhere, it speaks to all people about a father tending and nourishing his children, and protecting them from evil .SPS71FThe Augustana College Concert BandFounded in 1874, the Augustana Band program is one of the oldest continuously active collegiate band programs in the country . The Concert Band is one of two bands on campus and was formed more than thirty years ago . The Concert Band attracts students of every skill level and from a wide variety of majors . Students in the ensemble play a large part in choosing their music for performance, which include works from the standard repertoire, orchestral transcriptions, and the latest compositions from leading composers .Rick Jaeschke began his musical career as a clarinet player in the 1st US Army Band . He received a Bachelor of Music degree from Susquehanna University, a Masters of Music from James Madison University, and a doctorate from Columbia University in New York . He was also fortunate to study conducting with Donald Hunsburger and with Frederick Fennell .Dr . Jaeschke taught band and choir at Great Mills High School in Southern Maryland, and for fifteen years, he was the district Music Supervisor in Armonk, New York, where he taught high school concert and jazz bands, beginning band, and music technology . During that time, the music program flourished, and the high school band consistently received Gold Medals in the New York State Festivals, as well as in national, and international festivals . As a clarinet and saxophone player, Dr . Jaeschke performed in the New York metropolitan area with the Rockland Symphony Orchestra, the Putnam Symphony Orchestra, Fine Arts Symphony Orchestra, and served as the concert master for the Hudson Valley Wind Symphony .For several years, Dr . Jaeschke served as the Fine Arts Coordinator for the District 204 schools in Naperville, IL, a district selected as One of the Best 100 Schools in America for Music . Currently, Dr . Jaeschke is an Associate Professor at Augustana College where he teaches music and music education courses, and directs the Concert Band . He has served on various educational boards, is a National edTPA scorer, and has presented at state, national and international music conferences . He lives with his family in Bettendorf Iowa, and enjoys any opportunity to explore the open water in his sea kayak .

(Ballad for Solo Clarinet (or Soprano Sax) and Band). By Michael Geisler. For Clarinet solo and Concert Band. Grade 2. Score only. Duration 3 minutes, 44 seconds. Published by Molenaar Edition

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: RM.FERR02820-BA

Composed by Nino Ferrer. Arranged by Jerome Naulais. French variety. Orchestra. Full set. Duration 3 minutes, 6 seconds. Editions Robert Martin #FERR02820-BA. Published by Editions Robert Martin (RM.FERR02820-BA).

ISBN 9790231028201.

CD Sax de Voyage.

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: RM.BOIS02782-BA

Composed by Paul Boistelle. Original music. Orchestra. Full set. Duration 3 minutes. Editions Robert Martin #BOIS02782-BA. Published by Editions Robert Martin (RM.BOIS02782-BA).

ISBN 9790231027822.

CD Sax de voyage.

Concert band (ST KPL) - difficult

SKU: HL.49012036

Composed by Bertold Hummel. Sheet music. Schott Harmonie Serie (Concert Band). Classical. Set of Parts. Op. 81d. Duration 8'. Schott Music #SHS 1001-50. Published by Schott Music (HL.49012036).

ISBN 9790001100670. 8.25x11.75x0.737 inches.

Bertold Hummel's Symphonic Overture was initially part of the Orgeon Symphony. It was then revised as a work in its own right and given the title Symphonic Overture. This work, which lasts about eight minutes, is conceived from one thematic idea. It explores the technical recources as well as the rich tonal colours of the wind band. It is suitable both for concerts competitions. Bertold Hummel was a pupil of Harald Genzmer. He was a choirmaster in Freiburg, and then until his retirement, Professor of Composition at Musikhochschule in Wurzburg and director of the Studio fur Neue Musik [Studio for New Music].

( 1 Piccolo-Flote, 2 Floten, 2 Oboen, 2 Fagotte, 1 Klarinette in Es, 3 Klarinetten in B, 1 Bass-Klarinette in B, 2 Alt-Saxophone in Es, 1 Tenor-Saxophon in B, 1 Bariton-Saxophon in Es, 4 Horner in F, 3 Trompeten (Kornette) in B, 3 Posaunen, 1 Tenorhorn (Bariton), 2 Tuben, 1 Kontrabass, Pauken, Schlagzeug: Xylophon, Vibraphon, kleine Trommel, Bongos, grosse Trommel, Tamburin, Holzblock, Tempelblock, Ratsche, Triangel, 4 hangende Becken, Beckenpaar, Gong, Tam-Tam, Glocken ad lib.).

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3972-01

Composed by Robert W. Smith. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR369). Extra full score. Composed 2010. Duration 2 minutes, 3 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3972-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3972-01).

Robert W. Smith's continues his very popular bell carol series with this holiday stop in beautiful Ireland. Celtic Bell Carol begins with the saxophone and flute evoking mysterious images of Celtic dancers as they prepare for their holiday celebration. The percussion section is featured throughout with infectious Irish rhythms added to the famous Ukrainian Bell Carol. This exciting setting will be the centerpiece or finale of your next holiday concert. Highly recommended!

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.

Concert Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bass Saxophone, Bassoon 1, Bassoon 2, Chimes, Clarinet, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Contrabass Clarinet, Contrabassoon, Cornet 1, Cornet 2, Euphonium, Flute 1, Flute 2, Flute 3, Glockenspiel, Horn 1, Horn 2 and more.

SKU: PR.145400330

For Symphonic Band. Composed by Gerald Levinson. Contemporary. Score and Set of Parts. With Standard notation. Composed 2000. 36+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+8+8+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+4+12 pages. Duration 8 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #145-40033. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.145400330).

UPC: 680160032105.

(in other words). Composed by Bart Howard. Arranged by Henk Ummels. For concert band. Baritone/Euphonium Solo and Band/Catalogue New Band Music Vol. 13/Vocal (solo) and Band/Trombone Solo and Band/Trumpet/Cornet/Flugel Horn Solo and Band/Saxophone Solo and Band. Solo and Band Series. Recorded on The Rise - 2351 (ML.311122720). Grade 3. Full set. Duration 2 minutes, 16 seconds. Published by Molenaar Edition

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Glockenspiel, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Timpani, Trombone and more. - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS197

Composed by John Pasternak. Young Band (YPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 16+4+8+8+4+4+10+4+4+8+8+8+12+6+6+6+2+4+2+20+4 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 57 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YPS197. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS197).

ISBN 9781491152171. UPC: 680160909674. Key: Eb major.

Chase the Horizon is a musical journey depicting a lonesome cowboy riding on his horse, chasing the horizon. Composer John Pasternak has delivered a strong and musically rewarding piece for the young band. It begins with a nice legato section before setting off on the journey with a tuneful theme. The piece develops through several contrasting sections finishing in a dramatic conclusion.
This piece is a story of new beginnings. While writing this piece I pictured a lonely cowboy riding on his horse, chasing the horizon. The beginning for this piece should have a very legato feel except for the Xylophone part, which should use a very abrupt, staccato articulation. Measure 9 should take on a staccato and light feel. The feeling should remain light except for the instruments with the melody, who should play their parts with a more legato feel. Dynamics throughout this first section are crucial. All parts at m. 22 should play with a legato style with focus on the dynamics. The trumpet interjection at m. 25 should be played very light. At m. 32 there should be contrast with all the different styles of articulation. Measure 42 should not slow down too quickly as the group should not ever get slower than the tempo marking at m. 49.The slow section at m. 49 should be played soft with a legato style growing gradually through m. 61. The articulation at m. 61 should be short and staccato, and be careful not to rush. The sections with the melody here should contrast the staccato of the ensemble with a legato style. When the ensemble arrives at m. 78 the piece should have a maestoso-style feel. The rit. at m. 88 should not become slower than the tempo at m. 92. At m. 92, let the horns and saxophones really shine through.