SKU: HP.2944P

UPC: 763628229443.

Original composition Invictus (meaning undefeated or unconquerable) is a tour de force original composition. Moments of struggle, reflection, celebration, and triumph in this piece tell a story throughout this concert show-stopper. With unique and flexible performance options featuring two melodicas, violins, or Bb clarinets, this piece will challenge your ensembles and thrill your audiences.

SKU: CF.YPS200F

ISBN 9781491152881. UPC: 680160910380.

Step right up, ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange, or “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a bygone era when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities. Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups and is a great way to expose students to the march form and style without sounding like your typical march.
Step right up ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange. Welcome to the Cirque de L’étrange, known in English as the “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a time of a bygone era, a time when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities that were sources of both delight and horror. While many of these sideshow attractions were deemed fraudulent, it did not deter the crowds from flocking to be shocked and awed. I have always held a special place in my heart for the showmanship of carnivals, because my grandfather dearly loved them. For much of his life, he worked at fairs and carnivals selling cotton candy and candy apples. A large portion of my days when growing up were spent running around fairgrounds and helping my grandfather with his stand. He imparted in me a love for the cunning, magic, and sheer joy that only carnivals and circuses can bring. In Cirque de L’étrange, I sought to capture the the mirthful, yet uncanny mood of the carnivals that I grew up exploring, thus transporting you to a different time.Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups, as it is a great way to expose students to the march form and style while not sounding like your typical march.Opening in D minor, the piece combines the playful feel of a march and a macabre tango. The second time through the First Strain (mm. 5-23), the upper woodwinds and bells add a second counter melody based in D harmonic minor, which heightens the peculiar nature of the piece. The Second Strain (mm. 24-43) by contrast, is a little more upbeat, thus evoking the magical ebullience of a circus, which is further highlighted by the xylophone part. The Second Strain ends in the key of F major and sets up the transition to the Trio in the key of G minor. The Trio (m. 44) begins with the G harmonic minor melody in the clarinets and a counter melody in the bassoon and tenor saxophone. The rest of the woodwinds and bells join in at m. 60 while the percussion adds a Gypsy-like feel with tambourine and triangle. At m. 76 the full band joins in the macabre parade with the trombones and baritones harmonizing the counter melody. The conclusion of the march has the upper woodwinds, adding a second counter melody complete with trills to bring the march to an exciting and dramatic finish.As the World’s Greatest Showman, P.T. Barnum, a man my grandfather greatly admired, once said “The noblest art is that of making others happy.” It is my hope that through this piece you will experience the thrill, delight, and fright that only carnivals can bring as you visit the Circus of the Strange!

SKU: HP.8704

UPC: 763628187040. Rose Aspinall.

Lent & Easter Musical From Mary McDonald and Rose M. Aspinall this is a musical treatment of the events of Holy Week. It embraces the love Jesus expressed to us on Calvary through new and familiar texts and tunes. Its purpose is to give pause to those dreadful occurrences but, more importantly, to share the hope and love of our Savior to all who seek him. This 35-minute work features narration for two readers. Mary's piano score can carry the work alone, while Ed Hogan's orchestration powerfully supports the sweep and drama of this thrilling program. Orchestrations consists of: Conductor's Score, Flute, Oboe (or Soprano Sax* or Clarinet*), Clarinet, Horn in F (or Alto Sax* or Clarinet*) 2 Trumpets (or Alto Sax*), 2 Trombones (or Baritone T. C. * or Tenor Sax*), Percussion 1 & 2, Piano, Synth, Electric Bass, 2 Violins, Cello/Basson (or Bass Clarinet*), String Reduction. *Parts are included on the CD-ROM.

SKU: HP.8703

UPC: 763628187033. Rose Aspinall.

Lent & Easter Musical From Mary McDonald and Rose M. Aspinall this is a musical treatment of the events of Holy Week. It embraces the love Jesus expressed to us on Calvary through new and familiar texts and tunes. Its purpose is to give pause to those dreadful occurrences but, more importantly, to share the hope and love of our Savior to all who seek him. This 35-minute work features narration for two readers. Mary's piano score can carry the work alone, while Ed Hogan's orchestration powerfully supports the sweep and drama of this thrilling program. Orchestrations consists of: Conductor's Score, Flute, Oboe (or Soprano Sax* or Clarinet*), Clarinet, Horn in F (or Alto Sax* or Clarinet*) 2 Trumpets (or Alto Sax*), 2 Trombones (or Baritone T. C. * or Tenor Sax*), Percussion 1 & 2, Piano, Synth, Electric Bass, 2 Violins, Cello/Basson (or Bass Clarinet*), String Reduction. *Parts are included on the CD-ROM.

SKU: HP.GC1001C

UPC: 763628143695.

Original composition Currently the Evangelical church is experiencing a heightened interest in the Second Coming of Christ, which should make this thrilling new anthem from Stan Pethel a popular choice. Perfectly suited to the text, the orchestral setting generates an excitement that builds and builds.

SKU: CL.011-3004-01

An exciting new concert work for growing bands from David Shaffer. Within reach of less-experienced ensembles, this compelling selection has a grown up sound to it and is thrilling for both performers and audiences. The composer's exquisite ability to create advanced colors and moods for younger ensembles is well illustrated here. NOT TO BE MISSED!

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.

SKU: WD.080689396779

UPC: 080689396779.

Christmas is coming! Doesn't it seem as if we spend an entire year waiting for the anticipated season to arrive? Instead of packing the hope away with the decorations after Christmas, rejoice that Christmas has come, bringing us the most wondrous Christmas gift imaginable: the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ! Christmas Is Coming combines the powerful expression of worship with the high-energy exuberance of the season in a 46 minute celebration that is sure to thrill your congregation and community! Gary Rhodes has dynamically arranged new Christmas favorites from Steven Curtis Chapman, Jason Gray, and Chris Tomlin as well as a highly creative treatment of beloved carols and worship songs. Deborah Craig-Claar has artistically woven the musical together with a straight to the heart two person narration that seamlessly weds a contemporary perspective with scriptural truth. A beautifully-crafted DVD completes this inspiring work that not only features your choir and soloists, but brings the children front and center as well. This Christmas, let the Child of Bethlehem awaken the child inside of you -and celebrate Christmas Is Coming!