SKU: CL.032-4941-00

Written for young musicians (and possibly directors) who have limited jazz experience, these short and efficient warmups by veteran jazz educator Paul Clark include numerous teaching/learning opportunities which are detailed in the rehearsal suggestions. Special attention was given to the players in the rhythm section, who are often playing instruments in jazz band that are new to them. A wonderful start for your jazz starters, these warmups are very highly recommended!

SKU: CF.CAS90

ISBN 9780825899195. UPC: 798408099190. 9x12 inches. Key: C major.

Free Spirit offers a fresh new sound from composer Sean O'Loughlin. It has a uniquely American sound to it with open chords contrasted with lush flowing melodies that interplay back and forth in a struggle for supremacy that is finally settled with both co-existing together in the end for a wonderful punctuated ending.
Free Spirit is a dynamic composition for the more advanced string ensemble. Full of lyrical and rhythmic passages, the music is a great way to showcase the musicianship of your ensemble.The rhythmic motive at the beginning serves as a connecting thread throughout the com- position. The rhythmic accents are added in m. 5 to increase the intensity and provide a slightly different color to the music. Some interplay follows at the section at m. 13. A lyrical melody then starts to soar over top of the rhythmic motive at m. 27. Bring out the contrast in the different styles simultaneously. The rhythmic energy fades away at m. 36 and gives way to a lush, haunting passage. The rhythmic motive quickly returns at m. 42 for some further development alongside the lyrical melody. A slight departure from the tonal center at m. 53 brings us back to a full presentation at m. 62. Some imitation and counterpoint lead us back to a recapitulation of the central musical ideas at m. 85. The lyrical melody returns as an echo of its former self at m. 100. This leads to a final build-up section at m. 110. Keep the accents punchy and crisp throughout this passage. This climaxes at a tutti gesture to end the piece with fire.

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

SKU: LO.30-3321L

UPC: 000308141252.

This spirited arrangement, including parts for keyboard and brass quintet, will provide an exuberant jump-start to your Easter worship services. Featuring both meditative and joyous rhythms, this piece offers wonderful opportunities to teach changing meters. The instrumental ensemble includes a score and parts for 2 Trumpets, Horn, Trombone, Tuba, and Keyboard.

SKU: CF.YAS201

ISBN 9781491157763. UPC: 680160916344. 9 x 12 inches.

Though not as familiar as other holiday carols, this ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement creates an evocative sound world. The mood is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky. Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time. In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance. The re-imagining of this medieval carol reflects the timeless nature of the Christmas season. Students will work on sustaining long tones and tuning non-traditional chords in this choral-like setting for string orchestra. The melody flows between all the parts with short musical interludes between.
Though not as familiar as other holiday carols, this ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement creates an evocative sound world.  The mood is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky.  Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time.  In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance. The re-imagining of this medieval carol reflects the timeless nature of the Christmas season. Students will work on sustaining long tones and tuning non-traditional chords in this choral-like setting for string orchestra. The melody flows between all the parts with short musical interludes between.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: CL.HLD26

The complete daily and Sunday strips from Tom Batiuk’s wonderful Funky Winkerbean comic strip from 1972 thru 1974. You can see the development of the strips characters such as Funky, Crazy Harry, Bull, Harry L. Dinkle and all of the others as they work their way through the famed and fictional Westview High. Includes the details of how Tom Batiuk’s comic strip career got started. Tons of laughs in a beautiful hard board volume of 470 pages. A must for all Funky fans.

SKU: CL.030-2138-00

Starts out as a very effective ballad that features a short written trumpet solo and then segues into a light rock section featuring another short solo, this time by the Tenor Sax. Then it's back to the ballad feel for the very beautiful ending. Ranges are mod est and the rewards are great with this quality chart that will make a wonderful concert or contest num ber for a young developing stage band.

SKU: KN.42498

UPC: 822795424989.

This beautiful ballad at the medium easy level is the perfect showcase for your alto soloist. The pensive melody and rich harmony combine to create a wonderful change of pace chart. Starting as a ballad, it moves into an easy bossa nova and then returns to a ballad feel with a big ensemble. A perfect choice for festival or concert. Duration 4:43.

SKU: CF.YAS201F

ISBN 9781491157589. UPC: 680160916160. 9 x 12 inches.

This ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement also creates an evocative sound world. The mood of this piece is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky. Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time. In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance, and that the reimagining of an ancient melody in a new setting, also reflects the timeless nature that points of celebration, such as in the Christmas season.
This ancient melody has an intrinsic beauty in both its shape and harmonic support. Reflecting those elements, this arrangement also creates an evocative sound world.  The mood of this piece is inspired by viewing the expanse of the night sky.  Throughout history, we as humans are connected, in a sense, by the fact that we look up at the same pattern of stars today as those who created this ancient tune so many years ago, which suggests a point of connection over time.  In this arrangement you will find a sense of wonder and awe as the melody weaves its way between consonance and dissonance, and that the reimagining of an ancient melody in a new setting, also reflects the timeless nature that points of celebration, such as in the Christmas season.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

SKU: CL.032-2420-00

A medium swinger in the Basie tradition that starts out by letting the trombones shine with a unison statement of the head. Wonderful material for festival or concert uses, this chart is a favorite of bands around the country.