By Kevin Hildebrand. For organ. Easter, General. Medium. Organ score. 16 pages. Published by MorningStar Music Publishers

CD; CD Recording; Masterworks. Form: Sonata. Classical; Masterwork; Romantic. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Accompaniment/Performance CD Choral (Performance/Accompaniment CD)

SKU: HL.35017670

Composed by Joseph M. Martin. Mark Foster. Choral. CD. Shawnee Press #MD1002. Published by Shawnee Press (HL.35017670).

UPC: 884088421007. 5.0x5.0x0.177 inches.

From the composer of The Awakening comes an anthem that will become a stunning success for your choral group. Scintillating keyboard writing, coupled with a virtuosic approach to the choral composing, make for an unforgettable combination. A driving mixed meter opening theme jumps off the page while a contrasting middle section makes use of a vocal duet for added variety and contrast. With brass and percussion, this is an excellent choice for program finales. Dynamic!

Accordion

SKU: FG.55011-707-5

Composed by Einojuhani Rautavaara. Arranged by Matti Rantanen. Score. Fennica Gehrman #55011-707-5. Published by Fennica Gehrman (FG.55011-707-5).

ISBN 9790550117075.

Transcription by Matti Rantanen for accordion of Einojuhani Rautavaara's Icons (1955) / Matti Rantasen transkriptio harmonikalle Einojuhani Rautavaara pianosarjasta Ikonit (1955). Rautavaara's early piano composition, the suite Ikonit (Icons; 1955) shows great variety in the young composer's style. The most traditionally Neoclassical movements are 'Kaksi maalaispyhimysta' (Two Country Saints), which harks back to the Pelimannit style, and the fast-moving finale 'Arkkienkeli Mikael kukistaa Antikristuksen' (Archangel Michael defeats the Antichrist). Another dimension in this music is Orthodox mysticism, which breaks forth in the opening section 'Jumalaidin kuolema' (The Death of the Mother of God).

By Linda Spevacek. For TTBB choir and piano. Concert, Spiritual, Multicultural. Octavo. Published by Heritage Music Press. (15/2280H)

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4140-75

Composed by Neeck. Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR376). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2012. Duration 2 minutes, 3 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4140-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4140-75).

In this humorous and light-hearted romp, this famous melody is paired with Jingle Bells, a few other Christmas carols, and other well-known musical quotes. The variety of settings allows all sections of your band to shine, and the grand finale will bring down the house. A clever twist to a well-known theme, Christmas Can-Can is a real crowd-pleaser for your next holiday concert.

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2 - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CAS158

Composed by Various. Arranged by Deborah Baker Monday. Cas. Set of Score and Parts. Duration 3 minutes, 31 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CAS158. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CAS158).

ISBN 9781491165034. UPC: 680160923946. Key: G major.

Happy Holidays! is a crowd pleasing extravaganza to celebrate the spirit of the season. Featuring lots of familiar festive tunes and key changes, the music propels to a glorious finale for a fabulous holiday concert. Melodies are shared equally in all sections so students will be excited and engaged, including Deck the Hall, Jingle Bells, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Good King Wenceslas, Dreidel, Trepak, 12 Days of Christmas, O Tannenbaum, Up on the Housetop, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. Cheery and cheeky with many harmonic surprises, this festive treat is sure to be a delight at your winter concert!

About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series

This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:

• Expanded use of rhythms, ranges and keys but technical demands are still carefully considered
• More comprehensive bowing techniques
• Viola T.C. included
• Careful selection of keys and degree of difficulty for advancing musicians

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-1640-00

Overture for Band. Composed by Shaffer. Concert Band. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR138). Score and set of parts. Composed 1982. Duration 6 minutes, 15 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1640-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1640-00).

This excellent composition in overture form builds in intensity from the opening syncopated rhythms to the broad maestoso finale. The slower middle section combines lush harmonies with solo passages for various instruments. Strong lyrical melodies are mixed with an energetic rhythmic backing to give the piece a unique contemporary sound.