This very easy composition by Samuel Hazo was designed specifically to provide beginning players the opportunity to experience a lush and chorale-like setting. With nothing faster than a quarter note this is an excellent vehiclefor teaching conceptssuch as independent moving lines phrasing balance and dynamic contrasts. Dur: 2:45

(Fanfare and Allegro)-Commissioned for the 100th anniversary of the Calgary Stampede Showband of Calgary Alberta Samuel Hazo has created a stunning and inspired work for mature players. The title (taken from the Latin phrase “JubilateDeo”) is indicative of the pervading sense of ceremony and jubilation. Bookended with a broad and powerful fanfare the exuberant allegro section features a spirited pulse with mixed meters and soaring melodies. A dynamicpercussion score is inherent throughout the work all the way to the dramatic finish. Dur: 5:00

Our sky is never the same from day to day or even hour to hour. It holds the brightest and darkest things we will ever see and in addition is capable of displaying every imaginable color and mood. Through this expressive work Samuel Hazo has translated the many qualities of the sky into musical moods. The opening section features flowing melodies beautifully developed between soloistic and full ensemble playing. The ???sinister??? fast section features driving rhythms mixed meters and a crescendo that evolves into a powerful setting of the original melody. Sam's sense of timing and emotional pacing is strongly evident in this effective work. Dur: 5:45 (Includes FullPerformance CD)

A setting of Wild Mountain Thyme/The Braes of Balquhidder-Written as a memorial this beautifully emotional setting is a reworking of the traditional folk song “The Braes of Baquhidder” (also known as “Wild Mountain Thyme”) by Scottish writer Robert Tannahill.Samuel Hazo uses a varied tapestry of colors textures and dynamics taking full advantage of the depth and power of the modern wind band in creating this stunningly effective work. Dur: 4:20

Samuel Hazos very successful work for younger players features a balance between light and delicate writing contrasted with broad chorale-like passages for the entire ensemble. This adaptation by the composer now allows smaller bands to experiencethe beauty of Our Kingsland Spring.

Commissioned by the award-winning Kalamazoo (MI) Concert Band Alleluia is a convergence of hauntingly emotive themes that culminate in breath-taking builds. The Kalamazoo Gazette described it as the “pinnacle of theconcert” in which it was premiered adding that Hazo's master composition takes the listener from “...bells and chimes to full Hosannas. The result was transfiguring! It first fades like a sunset then explodes inwhite light bringing the audience to their feet.” Written for mature ensembles this work will have a powerful impact on the performers as well as all who hear it. Dur: 7:55

Sam Hazo composer of In Heaven's Air offers this new beautiful work based on a poem written by his father poet laureate of Pennsylvania. After a sensitive introduction the poem is read under a haunting military cadence in the percussion. The material in the introduction is then developed and presented in a lush and beautiful setting. Chimes wind chimes and bells conclude the work which fades to silence. Very compelling.

Glistening chords soaring melodies broad fanfares and gorgeous chorales will fill your concert hall with this evocative work. Best of all From Gold sounds much harder than it actually is. Mr. Hazos background as a music educator is evidentin how quickly directors and students will get to the music making. Written entirely in B-flat with few accidentals the runs are split between instruments for playability and parts are doubled/cued to build confidence. Young bands will soundmature and mature bands will be breathtaking. Dur: 4:35

Carillons résonantes et sonores chorals prêtent une teinte sombre mais source d'inspiration pour ce travail, écrit à la mémoire du passage du directeur d'une bande tout en célébrant l'héritage que tous les enseignants congé pour leurs élèves. Comme l'écrit dans du score Préface- and ldquo Hazo-plus nous donnons de nous-mêmes, plus nos vies résonnent. and rdquo - / Ensemble A Vent

Includes: ...Go Autumn on White Lake Arabesque Southern Hymn Today Is the Gift Hennepin County Dawn Rest Across the Halfpipe Our Yesterdays Lengthen Like Shadows We Meet Again Our Kingsland Spring Rivers and Ascend.

In boxing the term “seconds out” refers to the moment when coaches and trainers (or seconds) must be out of the ring leaving the competitors alone to face the competition. In a similar vein this composition providesa musical description of the challenges and triumphs of students as they transition from middle to high school leaving their “seconds” (parents mentors etc.) behind to face life on their own terms. Featuring astrong sense of urgency throughout Seconds Out is solidly written for inexperienced ensembles with plenty of tutti scoring and interspersed with sections of contrasting dynamics and effective percussion writing. (Grade 2)Dur: 3:50

With a unique blend of flowing lines and lush textures coupled with dynamic Celtic drumming Sam has created a very stylized and effective setting for wind band. Interspersed are quiet moments with soloistic woodwind lines thatcontrast nicely with the emotional full band passages. Dur: 4:30 (Includes full performance CD)