SKU: CL.012-4180-75
This monumental programmatic work from the pen of Rob Romeyn captures the myth and legend of Zeus, the mythical master of the gods and men. A sky god, he controls lightning, which he uses as a weapon, and thunder. It opens as Zeus becomes involved in the Trojan war, hurling lightning bolts at his opponents. The tension soon subsides as we are introduced to the eternally beautiful Hera, whom Zeus would eventually marry. The music then ensues as our story unfolds, as Zeus made his domain the mountaintops and clouds where he could survey all creation, and inflict pain and justice on all evildoers. Tension builds as Zeus battles Typhon in hand to hand combat, ending ultimately with Zeus throwing the enormous Mt. Etna at the monster, pinning him underneath. From here, the tension subsides, and a beautiful lyrical section builds to an ending of incredible power and grandeur as Zeus again reaffirms his stature as the ruler of Mt. Olympus. This exceptional work is a wonderful addition to any concert or festival performance!
SKU: CL.012-4180-01
SKU: CL.CTS-7711-00
This has become a staple of band literature. Claude Smith is well known for taking hymn tunes and creating wonderful pieces of music. Trumpet and trombone trios are featured in the opening statement, followed by free-flowing Rubato flute solo. A piccolo and bassoon duet follow in the next section. Variations of the theme appear in the fugato section, followed by the full chorale. The audience may sing the hymn tune during the full chorale. The triumphant ending features the horn section which leads to an emotional finale. God of Our Fathers is also available for full orchestra, and an edition for SATB Choir with piano/organ, which may be used in a massed band/orchestra/choir setting as well. An audience favorite and one of Smith’s most popular works.
SKU: CL.012-1826-00
Freely transcribed by Alfred Reed. Developed from one of the 69 Sacred Songs and Airs,’’ this is a stately proclamation of faith and joy superbly transcribed by on of the masters! Alfred Reed’s arrangement take this Bach classic to the next level and will leave your audience’s in complete amazement! A wonderful selection from the first note to the last!
About Bach Series arranged by Alfred Reed
Masterful settings for concert band by the venerable Alfred Reed, these works have been scored to achieve richness and beauty without detracting from the textural construction created by Bach himself. Marvelous educational and program material!
SKU: FJ.B1365S
English.
Take an imaginary flight on the ever-graceful winged-horse Pegasus! Using just six notes, this work manages to capture the grandeur of this mythical creature through the triumphant melodies that are passed around the ensemble. Harmonies are surprisingly rich for a work at this level and make the piece sound much harder than it really is. Fabulous!In Greek mythology, Pegasus was the winged horse-god son of Poseidon and the Gorgon Medusa. During his life, he carried thunderbolts for the god Zeus and was ridden by Eos, the goddess of dawn. Today, the word pegasus has come to refer to any winged horse, and the symbol endures as one of endless fascination. The music is quite lively in nature, and portrays an imaginary flight of the ever-graceful equine of myth. The introduction takes us up-up-and-away in the form of a bright trumpet fanfare. The melody is then played by lower instruments, depicting peril during flight. The full ensemble then comes together, giving a picture of the winged wonder in all his glory leading to a thrilling finish.
SKU: CF.CPS200
ISBN 9781491152355. UPC: 680160909858.
Although some stories in Greek mythology reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicating joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and the performer.Program NotesAmong the many stories in Greek mythology, Apollo holds a unique place as a complex Olympian god known for truth, prophecy, healing, poetry, plague, knowledge, light and music. Although some stories reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicated joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band, ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and performer. From the dynamic opening fanfare to the soaring motifs and rhythms that follow, Apollo Arise provides a wonderful opportunity for the ensemble to reach for new musical heights in their performance!   Rehearsal Notes and SuggestionsThe opening twenty-four measures of the work are important for the rest of the work to unfold successfully. Encourage the ensemble to play with a unified articulation style, maintain a proper balance, and establish a consistent tempo through this section as several recurring rhythms must be performed consistently. Measure 38 features a trumpet solo, so be sure that the rest of the ensemble balances their line to support the solo instrument. In the section that begins at m. 67, there is an optional solo opportunity for trumpet and trombone. Both of these sections provide nice contrast against the full ensemble sections that are present in the work. The section at m. 81 includes a call-and-response section between woodwind, brass and percussion groups. Be sure that as groups enter, the tempo remains consistent and that the winds articulation style is unified and complimentary to the percussion. As the opening fanfare returns at m. 101, remind the ensemble to play with consistent style, balance and tempo as they did in the opening. As the ensemble begins the part of the journey with Apollo at m. 110, the music contains unique layers that must work together to be effective and set up the material that begins at m. 127. Encourage the group to play so they can hear all other lines, and allow their energy to grow into a focused musical celebration by the final note. Thank you in advance for your support of this music, and I wish you and your ensemble well as Apollo Arise welcomes the audience to your concert hall.
SKU: CF.CPS200F
ISBN 9781491153031. UPC: 680160910533.
SKU: FJ.B1352
UPC: 674398222865. English.
This powerful arrangement combines the bold, aggressive writing of Roland Barrett with the sounds of the holidays. Selections include Good King Wenceslas, Angels We Have Heard on High, and Carol of the Bells. As the work comes to a close, themes from God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen are weaved into Carol of the Bells before the work accelerates to a thrilling finish. A wonderful symphonic arrangement for your next holiday program!
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Appropriate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5
SKU: AP.48108
ISBN 9781470655778. UPC: 038081557861. English.
Holiday Rock arranged by Chris M. Bernotas is a holiday mash-up that only uses the first six notes of the scale and is VERY easy---perfect for the first concert. With no articulations, dynamics, dotted notes, or key signature, this wonderful arrangement is playable by the youngest of bands. (2:20) Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 1. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48108S
ISBN 9781470655785. UPC: 038081557878. English.
Holiday Rock arranged by Chris M. Bernotas is a holiday mash-up that only uses the first six notes of the scale and is VERY easy---perfect for the first concert. With no articulations, dynamics, dotted notes, or key signature, this wonderful arrangement is playable by the youngest of bands. (2:20) Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 1. This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: XC.DCB2202FS
12 x 9 inches.
Ever wonder what Santa does the rest of the year? Give your students something fun to play with this clever combination of popular carols with Vivaldi's famous Spring movement from his piece The Four Seasons. Of course, the piece is intended to be fun, and make the audience smile, but also a great way to introduce younger students to the famous Vivaldi work.(Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Up on the Housetop, Spring from The Four Seasons, Joy to the World, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Hallelujah Chorus from The Messiah).
SKU: XC.DCB2202
SKU: FJ.B1712S
The holiday favorite Ukrainian Bell Carol serves as the foundation for an array of Christmas tunes that weave in and out of this fascinating arrangement. Along with the Bell Carol, students will hear snippets of We Three Kings; Silent Night; The First Noel; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella; and Away in a Manger. A wonderful juxtaposition of carols!
SKU: BT.DHP-1064045-140
9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
The Last Rose of Summer is a popular Irish folksong. The original text was written by Thomas Moore (1779-1852) and the melody is a traditional air titled The Groves of Blarney. The German composer Friedrich von Flotow (1812-1883) cleverly used this song in his opera Martha, a light-hearted, successful work that is still regularly performed. The melancholy character of The Last Rose of Summer still appeals to many people in the present day and this arrangement by Wil van der Beek certainly does justice to the beauty of the melody. A wonderful item to change the mood of any performance.The Last Rose of Summer is een geliefd Iers volkslied. De originele tekst is van Thomas Moore (1779-1852) en de melodie is een traditionele air met de titel The Groves of Blarney. De Duitse componist Friedrich von Flotow(1812-1883) gebruikte dit lied op handige wijze in zijn opera Martha, een lichtvoetig, succesvol werk, dat tot op heden repertoire gehouden heeft. Het melancholische karakter van The Last Rose of Summer spreekt ook vandaagde dag nog veel mensen aan. Dit arrangement van Wil van der Beek doet beslist recht aan de schoonheid van de melodie.The Last Rose of Summer ist ein beliebtes irisches Volkslied. Der ursprüngliche Text stammt von Thomas Moore, die Melodie ist ein überliefertes Air mit dem Titel The Groves of Blarney. Der deutsche Komponist Friedrich von Flotow verarbeitete das Lied geschickt in seiner Oper Martha, ein heiteres, erfolgreiches Werk, das heute noch aufgeführt wird. Der melancholische Charakter dieses Liedes hat auch in der Gegenwart nichts von seinem Reiz verloren. Diese Bearbeitung von Wil van der Beek wird Schönheit der Melodie absolut gerecht.The Last Rose of Summer est un des plus célèbres chants traditionnels irlandais. En 1847, le compositeur allemand Friedrich von Flotow (1812-1883) intègre cette mélodie dans son opéra Martha. Le succès est immédiat et l’opéra jouit encore de nos jours d’une immense notoriété. L’arrangement de Wil van der Beek conserve la beauté de la mélodie originale. The Last Rose of Summer è uno dei più celebri canti tradizionali irlandesi. Nel 1847, il compositore tedesco Friedrich von Flotow (1812-1883) include questa melodia nell’opera Martha. Il successo è immediato e gode ancora oggi di immensa notoriet . L’arrangiamento di Wil van der Beek conserva la bellezza della melodia originale.
SKU: BT.DHP-1064045-010
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