1-3 saxophones

SKU: M7.APUE-516117

Composed by Karen North. Score with online audio files. Performance score. 44 pages. MDS (Music Distribution Services) #APUE 516117. Published by MDS (Music Distribution Services) (M7.APUE-516117).

ISBN 9781875516117.

Enjo y hours of playing with this wonderful collection of 50 pieces of festive music from around the world. There are settings of both sacred and secular works. Music is such an important part of celebrations, and this book brings you a large selection of Christmas songs and carols, as well as music to celebrate the festivals of New Year, Thanksgiving, Harvest, Halloween, Winter Carnival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Doll's Festival, Star Festival, Hanukkah and St Nicholas Day. The arrangements offer maximum flexibility, with solo saxophone, duet and/or trio settings, and range in standard from Preliminary to Grade 4. FREE recordings of every piece in this collection are available on The Young Instrumentalist YouTube channel. So come and join the celebrations with Festive Saxophone Fun!

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4584-01

Composed by Anderson. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR392). Extra full score. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 38 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4584-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4584-01).

A dramatic and mysterious opening leads into a fast and suspenseful journey through the mysterious Darkwater Castle! Your students will love the dramatic nature of this piece, with intense harmonies and gripping style. As the excitement builds, the music evolves into an extraordinary chorale-like climax, and ends with a fiery recapitulation. Thrilling from beginning to end!

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.

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4584-00

Composed by Anderson. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR392). Score and set of parts. Composed 2017. Duration 2 minutes, 38 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4584-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4584-00).

A dramatic and mysterious opening leads into a fast and suspenseful journey through the mysterious Darkwater Castle! Your students will love the dramatic nature of this piece, with intense harmonies and gripping style. As the excitement builds, the music evolves into an extraordinary chorale-like climax, and ends with a fiery recapitulation. Thrilling from beginning to end!

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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.032-2520-01

Composed by A. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR178). Extra full score. Composed 1993. Duration 5 minutes, 33 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-2520-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-2520-01).

Lowdown and dirty slow blues with a huge sound that’s great material for either concert or festival use. Makes great use of dynamic changes to build to an incredible climax in the shout chorus. An open solo section so you can feature any or all of your soloists. Really hot and unique!

Jazz Ensemble saxes have opt. flute doubles - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52705S

Composed by John LaBarbera. Kendor Archive Editions. Kendor Music Inc #52705S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52705S).

Recorded in 1971 by Buddy Rich on the album A Different Drummer, this beautiful, even-8ths ballad features cameo written solos for trumpet, alto sax, and trombonelead alto takes the only improvised solo in the chart. When the main solo work ends, the ensemble builds into a strong, dramatic climax before quieting down for a soft solo trumpet flourish and gentle finish. Duration 3:50.

Jazz Ensemble saxes have opt. flute doubles - Grade 3

SKU: KN.52705

Composed by John LaBarbera. Kendor Jazz Archive Series. Ballad. Score and set of parts. Duration 3 minutes, 50 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #52705. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.52705).

Recorded in 1971 by Buddy Rich on the album A Different Drummer, this beautiful, even-8ths ballad features cameo written solos for trumpet, alto sax, and trombone; lead alto takes the only improvised solo in the chart. When the main solo work ends, the ensemble builds into a strong, dramatic climax before quieting down for a soft solo trumpet flourish and gentle finish. Duration 3:50.

Arranged by Ruth Butterfield-Winter. For solo voice and SATB choir a cappella. Octavo

(duet for multipercussion). By Jamieson Carr. Multipercussion Duet. For Concert bass drum, 2 concert snare drums, 2 sets of bongos, 2 woodblocks (or jam blocks), 2 cowbells, 2 splash cymbals, 2 opera gongs (2 players). Percussion Duets. Medium. Score and CD-ROM (containing printable parts). 20 pages. Duration 7'00 . Published by Tapspace Publications

Score Only Concert Band (SCORE) - Grade 2

SKU: HL.4006381

By The Backstreet Boys. By Andreas Carlsson and Max Martin. Arranged by Michael Brown. Discovery Plus Concert Band. Pop. Softcover. 12 pages. Duration 464 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4006381).

UPC: 888680987688. 9.0x12.0x0.02 inches.

This signature hit by the Backstreet Boys was recorded in 1999 and hailed by many as the pop ballad of that year. With a catchy melody passed from section to section and a relaxed rock tempo, this arrangement works perfectly for younger players.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-1644-00

Composed by Forsblad. Concert Band. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR138). Score and set of parts. Composed 1982. Duration 5 minutes, 25 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1644-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1644-00).

This skillfully conceived composition starts slowly with mounting tension and bursts suddenly into an exciting scherzo. The thematic interlocking motives build, subside, and build again to a brilliant climax.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-1644-01

Composed by Forsblad. Concert Band. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR138). Extra score. Composed 1982. Duration 5 minutes, 25 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1644-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1644-01).

This skillfully conceived composition starts slowly with mounting tension and bursts suddenly into an exciting scherzo. The thematic interlocking motives build, subside, and build again to a brilliant climax.

Marching Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.40196S

As Recorded by Katy Perry. Composed by Bonnie McKee, Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, and Max Martin. Arranged by Jerry Burns. Marching Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Very Easy Pops for Marching Band. Pop. Score. 8 pages. Duration 1:25. Alfred Music #00-40196S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.40196S).

UPC: 038081456119. English.

Katy Perry's hot #1 single from 2012 is now playable by any band thanks to this easy but great-sounding arrangement from veteran writer Jerry Burns. Count on the Very Easy Pops series for the most playable charts year after year! (1:25).

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3892-01

Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR369). Extra full score. Composed 2010. Duration 4 minutes, 6 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3892-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3892-01).

Soaring lines in the brass and woodwinds contrast the soft opening and closing textures of an exceptionally well-scored work; this beautiful chorale paints a picture of a solemn winter snowfall. A key change from F to Ab builds the piece to a dramatic musical climax and ultimately a soft and hushed conclusion. An excellent teaching piece for lyrical phrasing techniques.

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.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3691-01

Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR359). Extra full score. Composed 2008. Duration 3 minutes, 4 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3691-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3691-01).

A dramatic ballad with deep and rich sonorities, Eternal Hope was written simply as a prayer for peace. Weaving throughout the choirs of instruments, the flowing melodies and soaring countermelodies build into a dramatic climax. This emotional composition is David Shaffer at his very best. Perfect for any program setting.

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.

Concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CL.023-4367-01

Composed by Huckeby. Young Concert Band. Sound Foundations Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR386). Extra full score. Composed 2015. Duration 1 minute, 44 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #023-4367-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.023-4367-01).

The percussion section - and your entire band - will love the driving and infectious rhythms of Band Rocks! A perfect selection for that first spring concert or recruiting performances to show how much fun band is! With limited ranges and difficulty but maximum appeal, Band Rocks! will be a sure hit with your young musicians and audiences alike.

Grade 2.5

SKU: CL.011-2288-01

Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR130). Extra full score. Composed 1990. Duration 1 minute, 56 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-2288-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-2288-01).

Bright, bold and easy to prepare. This exceptional concert march from the composer of Noble Heritage and Maxium is a sure fire winner.

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.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-2288-00

Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR130). Score and set of parts. Composed 1990. Duration 1 minute, 56 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-2288-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-2288-00).

Bright, bold and easy to prepare. This exceptional concert march from the composer of Noble Heritage and Maxium is a sure fire winner.

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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-1950-00

An Overture for Band. Composed by Tatgenhorst. Concert Band. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR138). Score and set of parts. Composed 1980. Duration 5 minutes, 21 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1950-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1950-00).

This short suite is scored for maximum fullness and sonority, and will make a fine contest piece for Class C bands. The majestic opening is followed by a lyrical melody featuring a trumpet solo, and a development section building to a broad maestoso recapitulation.

Grade 2.5

SKU: CL.011-2803-01

Composed by Chisham. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR183). Extra full score. Composed 1996. Duration 2 minutes, 34 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-2803-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-2803-01).

An inspiring composition that starts softly and builds steadily to an impressive climax. Reflective in nature, A Hymn For Peace will challenge your developing students while providing a program number which has great audience appeal. Will pay big dividends for your mid-level band.

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.