By Paul Cook, Jack Bullock, Lew Davison, and Jerry Burns. By Paul Cook, Jack Bullock, Lew Davison, and Jerry Burns. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Belwin Very Beginning Band. Level: Very Easy (grade 1/2). Conductor Score, Parts and CD. 344 pages. Duration 3:34. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Brian Balmages. FJH Starter Series. Very few compositions offer the opportunity to truly work on musical expression without the technical demands often placed on students. I am often disappointed by the number of directors who avoid lyrical works because their students "can't play that kind of music without sounding bad . . " As a result, I have written a short lyrical piece that uses only six notes in all instruments and is of moderate length for young musicians. It is my sincere hope that this work will open the door that many ensembles have hesitated to pass through. This piece is the second of three included in Midnight Suite. Score for this title: B1321S. Extra part for this title: B1321P. Concert Band. Level: 0.5. Score and Set of Parts. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Grade 3

SKU: HL.4002986

Composed by Richard L. Saucedo. MusicWorks Grade 3. Concert. 24 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4002986).

UPC: 884088502294. 9.0x12.0x0.072 inches.

Using a recurring four-note motif and a variety of textural punctuations, here is a stunning and fresh-sounding overture from Richard Saucedo. A slow and lyric middle section featuring woodwind colors and rich emotional contours provides a stark contrast to the rhythmic intensity of the opening and closing sections. Dramatic and powerful! Dur: 4:15.

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Grade 2

SKU: HL.4006546

Composed by John Williams. Arranged by Paul Murtha. Discovery Plus Concert Band. Disney, Movies. Softcover. 24 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4006546).

UPC: 840126912463. 9.0x12.0x0.05 inches.

Episode IX of the Star Wars saga (The Rise of Skywalker) has proven a fan favorite and effectively wraps up the popular film series. The music again plays a key role featuring beloved character themes from earlier films along with dramatic new material. Here's a great sounding and concise medley for younger players.

By Jeanne Vultaggio. Concert Band. Concert Band; Score. Alfred Debut Series. Form: Ballade. Grade 1. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Band concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS250

Composed by Peter Sciaino. Set of Score and Parts. 27+12+12+6+12+12+12+6+6+6+6+4+4+8+8+8+4+4+6+6+6+4+12+4+2+6+10 pages. Duration 4 minutes, 40 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS250. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS250).

ISBN 9781491159576. UPC: 680160918164.

Kaleidoscope Sky is inspired by the breathtaking pastime of hot-air ballooning and the glorious festivals around the world that honor the practice. A sky full of colorful spheres elegantly floating at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Mondial Air Ballons and more draw thousands of people to witness awe-inspiring scenes full of passionate balloonists. Traditional hot-air balloons mix with creatively designed balloons to thrill the tens of thousands of spectators below. While I personally am not a person who dreams of taking my own flight--heights are not my thing--I have to marvel at how gently and easily these vessels float among the clouds. It truly is an image of exquisite freedom. This piece reflects the view and experience of the onlooker taking in an elegantly shifting scene reminiscent of kaleidoscope patterns. Spectators like me can appreciate the beauty and vibrancy associated with a horizon full of adventurous balloonists and their wondrous aircrafts. Kaleidoscope Sky starts in a triumphant and celebratory fashion and continues to conjure images reminiscent of the wide variety of soaring colors on display at a hot-air balloon event. Ultimately, the piece appropriately concludes with a suspenseful, yet graceful, run to the finish line. Melodic lines should soar with attention being paid to phrase markings and assigned articulations. Encourage musicians to allow room for the melodic material to be heard in thicker textures where supporting harmonies are often rhythmic in nature. These harmonies should support, and not cloud the melodies. The meter changes should sound effortless, and the continuous figures in the percussion will help to achieve this effect. The snare drum, in particular, should bring accented notes to the foreground while maintaining a steady textural effect with non-accented notes as a rhythmic background. This will go a long way in finding a cohesive subdivision and ensemble pulse.
Kaleidoscope Sky is inspired by the breathtaking pastime of hot-air ballooning and the glorious festivals around the world that honor the practice. A sky full of colorful spheres elegantly floating at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Mondial Air Ballons and more draw thousands of people to witness awe-inspiring scenes full of passionate balloonists. Traditional hot-air balloons mix with creatively designed balloons to thrill the tens of thousands of spectators below. While I personally am not a person who dreams of taking my own flight—heights are not my thing—I have to marvel at how gently and easily these vessels float among the clouds. It truly is an image of exquisite freedom. This piece reflects the view and experience of the onlooker taking in an elegantly shifting scene reminiscent of kaleidoscope patterns. Spectators like me can appreciate the beauty and vibrancy associated with a horizon full of adventurous balloonists and their wondrous aircrafts. Kaleidoscope Sky starts in a triumphant and celebratory fashion and continues to conjure images reminiscent of the wide variety of soaring colors on display at a hot-air balloon event. Ultimately, the piece appropriately concludes with a suspenseful, yet graceful, run to the finish line.Melodic lines should “soar” with attention being paid to phrase markings and assigned articulations. Encourage musicians to allow room for the melodic material to be heard in thicker textures where supporting harmonies are often rhythmic in nature. These harmonies should support, and not “cloud” the melodies. The meter changes should sound effortless, and the continuous figures in the percussion will help to achieve this effect. The snare drum, in particular, should bring accented notes to the foreground while maintaining a steady textural effect with non-accented notes as a rhythmic background. This will go a long way in finding a cohesive subdivision and ensemble pulse.

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: ML.013760060

Composed by Naoya Wada. Full set. Molenaar Edition #013760060. Published by Molenaar Edition (ML.013760060).

On August 14th 2020, the composer Noah Wada saw the Perseids meteor shower from a hill. He could clearly see many bright stars streaming across the sky, as if they were falling down on the earth. The dazzling sight was enough to inspire him to compose this overture.

Starlit Landscape was commissioned by the Kawagoe High School Band, Kawagoe City, Saitama, Japan and premiered on March 20th, 2023 by the band and Mr. Hiroki Mori, director.

Starlit Landscape is a sparkling overture from the Japanese composer Naoya Wada. It begins with a bold brass fanfare over a bright woodwind passage.

Op 14 augustus 2020 zag de componist Noah Wada de Perseïden-meteorenregen vanaf een heuvel. Hij kon duidelijk vele heldere sterren langs de hemel zien stromen, alsof ze op de aarde neervielen. De oogverblindende aanblik was genoeg om hem te inspireren tot het componeren van deze ouverture.

Starlit Landscape werd geschreven in opdracht van de Kawagoe High School Band, Kawagoe City, Saitama, Japan en ging in première op 20 maart 2023 door de band en Hiroki Mori, directeur.

Starlit Landscape is een sprankelende ouverture van de Japanse componist Naoya Wada. Het begint met een gedurfde fanfare over een heldere passage van houtblazers.

Le 14 août 2020, le compositeur Noah Wada a observé la pluie de météores des Perséides depuis une colline. Il a pu voir clairement de nombreuses étoiles brillantes traverser le ciel, comme si elles tombaient sur la terre. Ce spectacle éblouissant a suffi à l'inspirer pour composer cette ouverture.

Starlit Landscape a été commandée par le Kawagoe High School Band, Kawagoe City, Saitama, Japon, et a été créée le 20 mars 2023 par l'orchestre et M. Hiroki Mori, directeur.

Starlit Landscape est une ouverture étincelante du compositeur japonais Naoya Wada. Elle commence par une fanfare de cuivres audacieuse sur un passage de bois lumineux.

Am 14. August 2020 sah der Komponist Noah Wada von einem Hügel aus den Meteoritenschauer der Perseiden. Er konnte deutlich sehen, wie viele helle Sterne über den Himmel strömten, als ob sie auf die Erde fielen. Dieser schillernde Anblick inspirierte ihn zur Komposition dieser Ouvertüre.

Starlit Landscape wurde von der Kawagoe High School Band, Kawagoe City, Saitama, Japan, in Auftrag gegeben und am 20. März 2023 von der Band und Herrn Hiroki Mori, dem Leiter, uraufgeführt.

Starlit Landscape ist eine funkelnde Ouvertüre des japanischen Komponisten Naoya Wada. Sie beginnt mit einer kühnen Blechbläserfanfare über einer hellen Holzbläserpassage.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: XC.HCB1906

Composed by Jon Bubbett. Harmony Band Series. Concert and Contest. Classical, Acoustic. Set of parts. Excelcia Music Publishing #HCB1906. Published by Excelcia Music Publishing (XC.HCB1906).

UPC: 812598031935. 9 x 12 inches.

Imagine soaring the skies...twisting and turning as you plunge through clouds into a bright azure sky. Sky Bound captures the feeling and exhilaration of flight! Encourage your students to unleash their imaginations and re-create those visual images in sound. Soar through the skies with this new piece from Jon Bubbett. With a high energy, captivating opening Sky Bound is great way to start your concert!

By Otto M. Schwarz. (Score and Parts). De Haske Concert Band Full Set. Published by Mitropa Music.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: FJ.B1752S

Score Only. Composed by Robert Sheldon. MOS Performance. MOS Performance. Score. Duration 2:20. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1752S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1752S).

English.

Beautiful melodic lines thoughtfully embrace the hope of a granted wish upon seeing the first star in the night sky. Based on the endearing nursery rhyme, this piece seeks to capture the simple, yet uplifting nightly moment to which all can relate.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.GOB-000905-140

Arranged by David Well. Score Only. 10 pages. Gobelin Music Publications #GOB 000905-140. Published by Gobelin Music Publications (BT.GOB-000905-140).

The tradition of the Christmas tree in Western Europe dates back to a time long before any Christianization had taken place. During the severely cold winter nights, so it was believed, evil spirits tried to 'kill' nature. Needle-leaved trees were the only ones which kept their green colour throughout the year, and therefore became symbols of immortality. These 'living' trees, said to be the work of benign spirits, were brought into people's houses to ward off evil, life-threatening powers. In the 14th century people first started to decorate Christmas trees. It was a pagan custom, originated by the inhabitants of Alsace. This custom was taken over by the Church inthe course of the 15th and 16th century. At first the decoration consisted mainly of edibles, such as apples and wafers, but later small presents were added. Legend has it that the reformer Martin Luther was the first person to decorate a Christmas tree with candles. The flickering candle flames were meant to create the image of a starry sky in which Christ's apparition could be recognized. The German organ-player Ernst Anschütz from Leipzig was the first person to notate the song 'O Tannenbaum', the melody being a well-known folk song. Next to 'Stille Nacht' 'O Tannenbaum' is the most famous German Christmas song, now known throughout the world. In the United States of America the melody of 'O Tannenbaum' has even been used in four States (among which the State of Maryland) for their State song. In David Well's arrangement the song is first heard as many of us know it. After this introduction, however, it is transformed into a solid rock version, and the beat has been changed. In the second part the familiar three-four time is back, but here the rhythm is different from the original. After the richly ornamented rock beat the basic theme can be heard once again and the composition is concluded in a festive manner.

De traditie van de ‘Kerstboom’ gaat in West-Europa terug tot ver voordat er van enige kerstening sprake was. Gedurende de koude strenge winters dacht men dat kwade geesten de natuur ‘vermoordde’. Naaldbomen behielden als enige hungroene kleur en werden daardoor symbolen van onsterflijkheid. Deze ‘levende’ bomen, het werk van goede machten, werden in huis gehaald om kwade geesten en levensbedreigende krachten buitenshuis te houden. Van ‘versierde’ kerstbomenwas het eerst sprake in de 14e eeuw. Het was een heidens gebruik, dat in deze periode in de Elzas voorkwam. Tijdens de 15e en 16e eeuw werd het versieren van de kerstboom door de kerk overgenomen. De versiering bestond in eersteinstantie vooral uit etenswaar, als appels en koekjes. Later ging men ook kleine cadeautjes als versiering gebruiken. Er wordt beweerd dat Martin Luther, de hervormer, als eerste kaarsen in een kerstboom deed. De fonkelende vlammetjescreëerden een sterrenhemel waarin men Christus’ verschijning leek te herkennen. De Duitse organist Ernst Anschütz uit Leipzig, was de eerste die het lied ‘O Tannenbaum’ op schrift stelde. De melodie was een bekend volkswijsje.Naast ‘Stille Nacht’ is ‘O Tannenbaum’ het meest bekende kerstlied dat vanuit Duitsland de hele wereld veroverde. De melodie van ‘O Tannenbaum’ wordt zelfs in de Verenigde Staten van Amerika in vier verschillende staten (o.a.Maryland) als volkslied gebruikt. In het arrangement van David Well hoort u het lied eerst op de manier zoals velen het kennen. Na deze inleiding klinkt een stevige rock-versie en is de maatsoort niet meer de gebruikelijke. Het tussendeelis weer in de vertrouwde driekwarts-maatsoort. Hier is echter de ritmiek in een ander jasje gestoken. Na de rijkelijk met slingers versierde rock-beat klinkt nog één keer het oorspronkelijke thema om daarna feestelijk af.

Concert Band (Score) - Grade 3

SKU: HL.44010798

Fanfare. Composed by Satoshi Yagisawa. De Haske Concert Band. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2006. De Haske Publications #DHP1063951. Published by De Haske Publications (HL.44010798).

UPC: 884088548476. 8.25x11.75x0.077 inches. English-German-French-Dutch-Japanese.

This fantastic, stirring fanfare was written with the composer?s wish that the young musicians performing it would fly into the bright future like pheasants. The first part of the piece is a fanfare, which is suitable for opening ceremonies, and the second part is a lush chorale-like movement. Your band can perform both parts together or you could perform each one separately. This short opening work will start any concert in real style.

Aan dit werk liggen diverse muzikale inspiratiebronnen ten grondslag, zoals Broadwaymusicals, de Franse cancan en circusmarsen. Een Japans ritmepatroon komt in de eerste vier maten naar voren in het slagwerk. Het centrale deel bevatsolo's voor xylofoon en piccolo, die in de smaak zullen vallen bij uw publiek, zeker wanneer de solisten al improviserend een aantal technische staaltjes laten horen. Indien gewenst kan de instrumentatie worden gewijzigd. Na hetsologedeelte komt het eerste thema terug en volgt er een opbouw naar een opwindend slot, waar iedere speler yeah! roept. Met wat aanvullende showelementen zal het applaus nog uitbundiger zijn.

Der japanische Komponist Yagisawa schrieb diese Fanfare zum 30jahrigen Jubilaum einer Schule. Die young pheasants - die 'jungen Fasane' im Titel sind die Maskottchen dieser Schule und zugleich ein Symbol fur die Schuler, die ihrer Zukunft entgegen fliegen. Die Fanfare, die sich wunderbar zur Eroffnung von Feierlichkeiten eignet, tritt hauptsachlich im ersten Teil dieses lebhaften musikalischen Portraits auf, der zweite Teil weist einen choralahnlichen Charakter auf. Die Teile dieser bemerkenswerten Komposition konnen einzeln oder zusammen aufgefuhrt werden.

Cette fanfare brillante est commande du Lycee de Kashihara dans la Prefecture de Nara au Japon. L'embleme du lycee est un jeune faisan. A l'ecriture de cette piece en deux mouvements, le compositeur a emis le vœu qu'a l'instar des faisans, les etudiants puissent voler vers un avenir radieux. Les deux parties peuvent s'enchainer ou, au contraire, etre interpretees separement. Bien qu'il s'agisse d'une œuvre courte, l'histoire y est decrite avec authenticite et legerete.

Questa fanfara brillante e un brano commissionato dal Liceo di Kashihara, della prefettura di Nara in Giappone. Scrivendo questo brano in due movimenti, il compositore ha espresso il desiderio che gli studenti possano volare come dei fagiani, verso un avvenire radioso. Le due parti possono essere eseguite insieme o interpretate separatamente. Benche la durata del brano sia abbastanza corta (circa due minuti), il tema e descritto con autenticita e leggerezza.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1063951-140

Fanfare. Composed by Satoshi Yagisawa. Inspiration Series. Score Only. Composed 2006. 16 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1063951-140. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1063951-140).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.

This fantastic, stirring fanfare was written with the composer?s wish that the young musicians performing it would fly into the bright future like pheasants. The first part of the piece is a fanfare, which is suitable for opening ceremonies, and the second part is a lush chorale-like movement. Your band can perform both parts together or you could perform each one separately. This short opening work will start any concert in real style.

Aan dit werk liggen diverse muzikale inspiratiebronnen ten grondslag, zoals Broadwaymusicals, de Franse cancan en circusmarsen. Een Japans ritmepatroon komt in de eerste vier maten naar voren in het slagwerk. Het centrale deel bevatsolo’s voor xylofoon en piccolo, die in de smaak zullen vallen bij uw publiek, zeker wanneer de solisten al improviserend een aantal technische staaltjes laten horen. Indien gewenst kan de instrumentatie worden gewijzigd. Na hetsologedeelte komt het eerste thema terug en volgt er een opbouw naar een opwindend slot, waar iedere speler “yeah!” roept. Met wat aanvullende showelementen zal het applaus nog uitbundiger zijn.

Der japanische Komponist Yagisawa schrieb diese Fanfare zum 30jährigen Jubiläum einer Schule. Die ‘jungen Fasane’ im Titel sind ein Symbol für die Schüler, die ihrer Zukunft entgegen fliegen. Die Fanfare, die sich wunderbar als feierliches Eröffnungswerk eignet, tritt hauptsächlich im ersten Teil auf, während der zweite Teil einen choralähnlichen Charakter aufweist. Beide Sätze dieser bemerkenswerten Komposition können auch einzeln aufgeführt werden.

Cette fanfare brillante est commande du Lycée de Kashihara dans la Préfecture de Nara au Japon. L’emblème du lycée est un jeune faisan. l’écriture de cette pièce en deux mouvements, le compositeur a émis le vœu qu’ l’instar des faisans, les étudiants puissent voler vers un avenir radieux. Les deux parties peuvent s’enchaîner ou, au contraire, être interprétées séparément. Bien qu’il s’agisse d’une œuvre courte, l’histoire y est décrite avec authenticité et légèreté.

Questa fanfara brillante è un brano commissionato dal Liceo di Kashihara, della prefettura di Nara in Giappone. Scrivendo questo brano in due movimenti, il compositore ha espresso il desiderio che gli studenti possano volare come dei fagiani, verso un avvenire radioso. Le due parti possono essere eseguite insieme o interpretate separatamente. Benché la durata del brano sia abbastanza corta (circa due minuti), il tema è descritto con autenticit e leggerezza.

Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.48120S

Composed by Jason A. Spraggins. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Debut Series. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:05. Alfred Music #00-48120S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48120S).

UPC: 038081554761. English.

Inspired by the painting of the same title by the famed Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, this work evokes the calmness and serenity of the starry scene while capturing the grandeur of the painting's swirling sky and dramatic moon, providing a sense of abiding warmth, peace, and hope. (2:05) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

By Paul Cook, Jack Bullock, Lew Davison, And Jerry Burns. By Paul Cook, Jack Bullock, Lew Davison, and Jerry Burns. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Belwin Very Beginning Band. Level: .5 (Very Easy) (grade .5). Conductor Score. Published by Alfred Publishing.