The Washington Winds, Edward S. Petersen, conductor Young musicians enjoy hearing the music they perform and there is no better musical model than The Washington Winds. The music is technically less difficult but these selections are rich in harmony and filled with wonderful melodies. Should be in the library of every young musician and their band director. Stargazer, Shaffer Of Courage and Valor, Huckeby Bravura!, Neeck Atop A Scotish Highland, Neeck Now The Winters Come To Stay, Shaffer The Secrets of McDougal's Cave, Huckeby Bluin' The Blues, Arr. A. Clark Aspen Overture, Earl El Toro Rojo Grande, Orcino Panther In The Sky, Swearingen Fanfare For A New World, Neeck Let Freedom Ring!, Huckeby Ancient Echoes, Huckeby Surprises, Parish An Angelic Christmas, Rowe Away In A Manger, Arr. Huckeby Discover America March, Harris A Visit From St.Nicholas, Orcino A Crazy Mixed Up Christmas Concert, Shaffer Song of the Telegraph, Shaffer And To All A Good Night!, A.Clark Spring Fever, Shaffer SuperMom Symphony, Huckeby Jerusalem, Parry-Arr. Glover

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7700-00

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1990. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7700-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7700-00).

Smith’s first published march. A bravura opening fanfare punctuated with the percussion forces open this march. The first strain gives us a jaunty tune with baritones and trombones playing the countermelody. The second strain refers back to the opening fanfares with percussion section soli banding about. A reserved trio tune played by clarinets, first horn and baritone are assisted with chromatic runs played by flute, oboe, muted first trumpet and bells. The opening fanfares return in the break strain, which then gives us a terrific trio strain. Accessible and playable for all musicians!

By Charles E. Duble. Marching band. Score and parts. 5 pages. Published by Theodore Presser Company.

Composed by William Himes. A march with a difference. Concert March. Condensed Score & Parts. With Standard Notation. Duration 3:15. Published by Winwood Music (WO.0028).

Voice

SKU: BT.VOLMB525

Composed by Maria Vacca. Studies & Exercises. Book with CD. 52 pages. Volonte e Co #VOLMB525. Published by Volonte e Co (BT.VOLMB525).

ISBN 9788863885194. Italian.

Chi lo dice che per diventare bravi bisogna solo studiare brani di musica classica? Le Canzoni del Musigatto è una raccolta di canzoni per bambini pensata per offrire agli insegnanti ma soprattutto ai giovanissimi allievi una valida e stimolante alternativa ai tradizionali programmi di studio. Per rendere il volume interessante ed utile da un punto di vista didattico, i brani presentano brevi scale, ribattuti, note tenute, doppie terzine, accordi e così via. Le canzoni, tradizionalmente legate al mondo dei bambini, sono molto conosciute, e invogliano il bambino ad affrontare e superare le difficolt ritmiche come terzine, note puntate, sincopi, tempi composti. Inoltre ognibrano d la possibilit di guadagnare, a seconda del tempo impiegato per impararlo, un punteggio che dovr essere riportato alla fine di ogni singola canzone. Per i ragazzi, scoprire il proprio livello di bravura a seconda del punteggio finale ottenuto render lo studio un gioco sempre nuovo ed entusiasmante. Illustrazioni e grafica dell'Autrice.

Fanfare Band - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1043619-020

Composed by John Blanken. Applause Series. Original Light Music. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2004. De Haske Publications #DHP 1043619-020. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1043619-020).

John Blanken has created a swinging arrangement of the famous Scottish traditional tune Scotland the Brave. The usual version with bagpipes is the best known and there is a similarity in Swingin’ Kilts owing to its long, drone-like tones in the accompaniment. The theme has been rhythmically adapted but it is still easily recognisable. Swingin’ Kilts holds a challenge for every brass band. It makes demands in terms of timing and technique which give this work the bravura feel that will keep the audience as well as the musicians swinging in their seats.

John Blanken schuf eine schwungvolle Bearbeitung zu dem bekannten schottischen Volkslied Scotland the Brave. Der Bearbeiter passte das wieder erkennbare Thema dem Swing-Stil an und auch die langen, Bordun ähnlichen Töne erinnern an das beliebte Dudelsackstück. Swingin' Kilts ist eine Herausforderung für jede Formation. Es stellt gewisse Anforderungen an Timing und Technik, die diesem Werk die Bravour verleihen, welche das Publikum ebenso wie die Musiker in Schwung versetzen wird.

Concert Band (Score) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.4004106

Composed by John Wasson. MusicWorks Grade 4. Festival. 32 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4004106).

UPC: 888680034399. 9x12 inches.

Commissioned by the Richardson (Texas) Community Band, Silver Celebration commemorates 25 years of service by their conductor, George Jones. The work combines elements of traditional march style and also the bravura of epic film scores, resulting in a piece that is both festive and celebratory in nature. The opening is a rousing 6/8 march featuring various sections of the band and exciting cross rhythms, and then contrasted with a beautifully flowing lyric statement. A brief percussion feature leads to the final section, recapping the opening themes with a flourish and dramatic appeal. Duration: 5:00.

Piano

SKU: ST.Y346

Composed by John Ireland and Roderick Williams. Piano & keyboard music. Score. Stainer & Bell Ltd. #Y346. Published by Stainer & Bell Ltd. (ST.Y346).

ISBN 9790220225321.

Among the most famous of twentieth-century art songs, Sea Fever has been imaginatively recreated for solo piano by Roderick Williams, whose accomplishments as a master of English lieder are matched by a composer's ear for the latent potential of an existing work. In this case, the inspiration was the playing of the dedicatee, the notable British pianist Maria Marchant, and the suggestion of Bruce Phillips of the John Ireland Trust for a 'free arrangement' in the manner of Liszt. In fact, the new version remains true to the original while offering the performer a degree of poetical bravura by no means superfluous or transcendental. It could well be programmed with other piano music by John Ireland, or stand alone as a highly effective and instantly recognised encore.

A recording by Maria Marchant is now available from SOMM Recordings (SOMMCD 0174).

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.24735S

Composed by Kevin Mixon. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Programmatic. Score. 32 pages. Belwin Music #00-24735S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.24735S).

UPC: 038081268668. English.

This substantive four-movement suite encompasses several musical styles: legato, swing, march, and more, with a spirited bravura conclusion that students and audiences will love. The contrasting movements include the lyrical River Echoes, the jazzy Railroads, the hard-driving Machines section, and the climactic Traditions finale. Though written to represent central Illinois, each movement references significant events encompassing several periods in U.S. history. Kevin Mixon's River Valley Legacy offers abundant opportunities for cross-curricular instruction with a piece that is sure to be a favorite at your next concert.