SKU: CF.BPS60

ISBN 9780825873713. UPC: 798408073718. 9x12 inches. Key: G minor.

A regal new piece from up and coming composer Bill Calhoun. Promenade can be defined as a ceremonious opening to a formal event and in this case, Promenade should provide an excellent opening to your band's first concert. Your beginning groups will sound marvelous with the strong scoring of this majestic offering; also an ideal piece for contest/festival performance.

SKU: KJ.9136

UPC: 8402703939.

Feature your soprano soloist with Kenneth Drake's new setting of Calvary, in which the arranger has masterfully interwoven the African American spiritual Calvary with melodic material from He Never Said a Mumbalin' Word. This a cappella setting for SATB with divisi will be a fine addition to your library for Good Friday.

SKU: HL.291958

UPC: 888680928735. 5.0x5.0x0.051 inches. Thomas Moore/Kevin Memley.

The text celebrates the essence of music itself. This piece has a sound that would make you think it has been a favorite for generations. Memley is known for his fine craftsmanship and captivating melodies and this piece falls right into line. Profound and magnificent best describe its character.

SKU: AP.33739S

UPC: 038081394602. English.

One of Haydn's most famous symphonic movements, this selection will give your students a chance to develop a refined, Classic style of playing. It seems like Haydn included everything in this movement---a delicately beautiful main theme, wild, minor-keyed outbursts, military percussion, and a solo trumpet fanfare. No wonder the London audiences went crazy over it! Arranged with the young orchestra in mind, all string parts are in first position. A great introduction to a too-often neglected style.

SKU: HL.44004606

UPC: 073999711301. 9x12 inches.

This contemporary-sounding work makes a fine concert opener or festival selection. Your band will demonstrate a wide variety of styles in less than three minutes! There is plenty of enjoyable “flight time” for the upper woodwinds, exciting passages for the brass, and a fetching liberally-cued brass ensemble section.

SKU: CL.011-1891-01

This work is based on a ``western sounding’’ motif, and is a musical portrayal of the energy, enthusiasm, and sense of mission that was brought westward by our western pioneers. The colorful history of the great cattle drives, the courage of the early settlers, and the true excitement of the old west is represented in this fine piece for Jr. High and Middle School bands.

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: AP.38300S

UPC: 038081429953. English. Traditional Manx Folk Tunes.

Tuneful folk songs and cheerful fiddle tunes abound on The Isle of Man (Ellan Vannin), located in the Irish Sea. Three of its finest musical gems are presented in Ellan Vannin Suite: Sweetwater in the Common, The Good Old Way, and The Harvest of the Sea. Charming folk music set in a crafty medley for your beginners. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

SKU: CL.012-4882-01

George Gershwin’s iconic masterpiece is now available in this well-paced, abridged arrangement by Robert Longfield for concert band and piano soloist. Since its premiere in 1924, Rhapsody In Blue has become one of the most popular and beloved American concert works. Its jazzy themes have been featured on the concert stage as well as in movies and commercials. One of the finest musical works ever produced in America, Rhapsody In Blue is a classic that will enthrall your audience. Superb!