Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-2513-75

Composed by Sheldon. Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR104). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1993. Duration 6 minutes, 14 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-2513-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-2513-75).

Inspired by this popular composer's journey through the western hill country of England and Wales, this delightful piece borrows from folk melodies he heard on a river near the Scottish border. The three contrasting sections of the piece make it equally suitable for concert or contest use and Sheldon's artful scoring makes this one of the nicest new pieces we have heard. Splendid Music!

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.

By Bob Margolis (After Claude Gervaise). Concert band. Suitable for high school, community, and college bands. Level: Grade 4. Conductor score and set of parts. Duration 4:30. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-3954-01

Composed by Neeck. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR369). Extra full score. Composed 2010. Duration 2 minutes, 4 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-3954-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-3954-01).

The tranquil nature of the opening belies the dramatic and powerful themes to follow in Marauders On The High Seas. Two contrasting sections present a clever and enjoyable opportunity for your band to learn and master 6/8 time, in both simple and compound forms. These sparkling and rhythmic melodies will present your band at its finest, and keep your students motivated and excited from start to finish!

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.

Composed by Lisa Galvin. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Composed 2020. Duration 2 minutes, 38 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for the most advanced high school bands, community, college, university, and professional bands. Conductor Full Score. Duration 10:00. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.
Level: Grade 5.

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for the most advanced high school bands, community, college, university, and professional bands. Level: Grade 5. Conductor score and set of parts. Duration 10:00. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

Chamber Music

SKU: PR.414412380

Composed by Stephen De'ak. Edited by Joseph Mendoes. Sws. Methods And Studies. Theodore Presser Company #414-41238. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.414412380).

ISBN 9781491137956. UPC: 680160692644.

First published in 1930, Stephen De’ak’s two-volume Modern Method for Cello remains a timeless and beloved resource for new and developing cellists at every stage of practice and performance. A student of David Popper, De’ak presents a thoughtful and thorough method for beginning cellists with a detailed focus on fundamentals, including posture and balance of the bow and left hand. Unlike many other methods, the Modern Method spends considerable time developing note-recognition and tone production by isolating a skill or concept in a single exercise. These include open string and bow distribution exercises, as well as systematic left hand practice focusing on one or two notes at a time. This careful approach in the beginning allows the new player to reinforce important right- and left-hand skills before attempting performance pieces.Sequential scales and exercises in various keys and positions are supplemented with songs and tuneful etudes, allowing the player to apply practical technique to expressive performance. These etudes are both pedagogical and performance-worthy, rich with musicality and charm. The musical and technical concepts presented in this method can be learned in any order at the teacher’s discretion to best serve the student. Revisions in this new edition include additional instruction, clarification of fingerings with shifting indications, updated melodies, and a beautiful new engraving. The wealth of practice and performance repertoire in The New Modern Method for Cello, Volume 2 makes this book a valuable addition to every cellist’s library. Volume 2 offers training in higher positions and thumb position, advanced left-hand and bowing techniques, and musical exercises including 29 concert studies. These etudes, often heard in recitals, were designed by De’ak as the perfect stepping stone to Popper’s High School of Cello Playing.

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for advanced middle school, high school, community and college bands. Level: Grade 3. Conductor Full Score. Duration 4:30. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

Composed by Romeyn. For concert band. Young Band. Command Series. Grade 2.5. Score and parts. Duration 2 minutes, 34 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

Composed by R. W. Smith. For concert band. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Level 2.5. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 17 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

Composed by Robert W. Smith. Young band. Command Series. Score and parts. Duration 0:2:02. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4487-00).

By Jerry Williams. Young Concert Band. Level: Grade 2.5. Extra full score. Composed 2000. Published by C.L. Barnhouse.

Arranged by Paul Clark. Young band. Command Series. Score and parts. Duration 0:2:38. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4442-00).

Composed by David Shaffer. For concert band. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Level 2.5. Score and parts. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

By Victor Lopez. Concert Band. Concert Band; SmartMusic. Belwin Young Band. Grade 2.5. Conductor Score and Parts. 254 pages. Published by Belwin Music . Score and Parts.

Choral (ShowTrax CD)

SKU: HL.8749525

(from High School Musical 3). Composed by Jamie Houston. Arranged by Mark A. Brymer. Disney Choral. Concert, Disney, Movies, Pop, Rock. CD only. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8749525).

UPC: 884088282851. 5x5 inches.

You'll savor each moment in this magical duet from Disney's High School Musical 3 as Troy and Gabriella pledge their love to each other: “Right here, right now, I'm looking at you and my heart loves the view.” A super choice for Valentine's Day, spring concerts and much more! Available separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:45.

Violin

SKU: AP.49293

Volume 2. Violin Part. Composed by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. This edition: International/Asian. MakeMusic Cloud; Method/Instruction; String - Violin (Suzuki); Suzuki. Suzuki Violin School. Book and CD. 36 pages. Alfred Music #00-49293. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49293).

ISBN 9781470644673. UPC: 038081563374. English.

Authorized Asian Edition - Available ONLY in Asia.

Teach violin with the popular Suzuki Violin School! The Suzuki Method of Talent Education is based on Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Shinichi Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the mother-tongue approach. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Violin School. Suzuki lessons are generally given in a private studio setting with additional group lessons. The student listens to the recordings and work with their Suzuki violin teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person.

This Suzuki Book and CD (Asian Edition) is integral for Suzuki violin lessons. This revised edition of the Suzuki Violin School, Volume 2 features:
* Engravings in a 9 x 12 format
* Revised editing of pieces, including bowings and fingerings
* 16 additional pages
* Additional exercises, some from Shinichi Suzuki, plus additional insight and suggestions for teachers
* Glossary of terms in English, French, German, and Spanish
* Musical notation guide
* Fingerboard position
* CD features new recordings by Hilary Hahn in collaboration with pianist Natalie Zhu, as well as piano accompaniment only tracks for play-along purposes.

Titles: Principles of Study and Guidance * Chorus fromJudas Maccabaeus (Handel) * Musette (Bach) * Hunters' Chorus (Weber) * Long, Long Ago (Bayly) * Waltz (Brahms) * Bourrée (Handel) * The Two Grenadiers (Schumann) * Theme fromWitches' Dance (Paganini) * Gavotte fromMignon (Thomas) * Gavotte (Lully) * Minuet in G (Beethoven) * Minuet (Boccherini). This title is av.

About Suzuki Method

The Suzuki Method is based on the principle that all children possess ability and that this ability can be developed and enhanced through a nurturing environment. All children learn to speak their own language with relative ease and if the same natural learning process is applied in teaching other skills, these can be acquired as successfully. Suzuki referred to the process as the Mother Tongue Method and to the whole system of pedagogy as Talent Education. The important elements of the Suzuki approach to instrumental teaching include the following:an early start (aged 3-4 is normal in most countries); the importance of listening to music; learning to play before learning to read; -the involvement of the parent; a nurturing and positive learning environment; a high standard of teaching by trained teachers; the importance of producing a good sound in a balanced and natural way; core repertoire, used by Suzuki students across the world; social interaction with other children. Suzuki students from all over the world can communicate through the language of music.

Violin

SKU: AP.48725

Violin Part. Composed by Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. This edition: International. MakeMusic Cloud; Method/Instruction; String - Violin (Suzuki); Suzuki. Suzuki Violin School. Book and CD. 36 pages. Alfred Music #00-48725. Published by Alfred Music (AP.48725).

ISBN 9781470644154. UPC: 038081560366. English.

Teach violin with the popular Suzuki Violin School! The Suzuki Method of Talent Education is based on Shinichi Suzuki's view that every child is born with ability, and that people are the product of their environment. According to Shinichi Suzuki, a world-renowned violinist and teacher, the greatest joy an adult can know comes from developing a child's potential so he/she can express all that is harmonious and best in human beings. Students are taught using the mother-tongue approach. Each series of books for a particular instrument in the Suzuki Method is considered a Suzuki music school, such as the Suzuki Violin School. Suzuki lessons are generally given in a private studio setting with additional group lessons. The student listens to the recordings and work with their Suzuki violin teacher to develop their potential as a musician and as a person.

This Suzuki Book and CD is integral for Suzuki violin lessons. This revised edition of the Suzuki Violin School, Volume 2 features:
* Engravings in a 9 x 12 format
* Revised editing of pieces, including bowings and fingerings
* 16 additional pages
* Additional exercises, some from Shinichi Suzuki, plus additional insight and suggestions for teachers
* Glossary of terms in English, French, German, and Spanish
* Musical notation guide
* Fingerboard position
* CD features new recordings by Hilary Hahn in collaboration with pianist Natalie Zhu, as well as piano accompaniment only tracks for play-along purposes.

Titles: Principles of Study and Guidance * Chorus fromJudas Maccabaeus (Handel) * Musette (Bach) * Hunters' Chorus (Weber) * Long, Long Ago (Bayly) * Waltz (Brahms) * Bourrée (Handel) * The Two Grenadiers (Schumann) * Theme fromWitches' Dance (Paganini) * Gavotte fromMignon (Thomas) * Gavotte (Lully) * Minuet in G (Beethoven) * Minuet (Boccherini).

This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

About Suzuki Method

The Suzuki Method is based on the principle that all children possess ability and that this ability can be developed and enhanced through a nurturing environment. All children learn to speak their own language with relative ease and if the same natural learning process is applied in teaching other skills, these can be acquired as successfully. Suzuki referred to the process as the Mother Tongue Method and to the whole system of pedagogy as Talent Education. The important elements of the Suzuki approach to instrumental teaching include the following:an early start (aged 3-4 is normal in most countries); the importance of listening to music; learning to play before learning to read; -the involvement of the parent; a nurturing and positive learning environment; a high standard of teaching by trained teachers; the importance of producing a good sound in a balanced and natural way; core repertoire, used by Suzuki students across the world; social interaction with other children. Suzuki students from all over the world can communicate through the language of music.

For Concert Band. Concert Band. Belwin Concert Band. Level: 2.5 (Easy to Medium Easy) (grade 2.5). Score. 28 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Arranged by Jack Bullock. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Belwin Concert Band. Level: 2.5 (Easy to Medium Easy) (grade 2.5). Conductor Score and Parts. 252 pages. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for advanced middle school, high school, community and college bands. Level: Grade 3. Conductor Full Score. Duration 6:00. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for advanced middle school, high school, community and college bands. Level: Grade 3. Conductor score and set of parts. Duration 6:00. Published by Manhattan Beach Music.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion 1, Mallet Percussion 2, Mallet Percussion 3, Marimba, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS251

Composed by Patrick Glenn Harper. Set of Score and Parts. 28+8+8+4+8+8+8+4+4+4+4+4+ 4+8+8+8+4+4+6+6+6+4+8+1+4 +2+2+12+2+8 pages. Duration 4 minutes, 27 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS251. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS251).

ISBN 9781491159873. UPC: 680160918461.

About the Music Semper Gratus is Latin for always grateful. The piece was written in honor of James E. Champion, who taught band for thirty-eight years, twenty-five of which were spent in Florence, Alabama, where he was my elementary school and high school band director. His bands consistently achieved superior ratings throughout his career. He holds multi-decade-spanning memberships in professional music education organizations, continues to serve in helping with Alabama Bandmasters Association events, and conducts and performs in various community bands and ensembles. As my band director at Bradshaw High School, Mr. Champion encouraged me to perform one of my first compositions, a clarinet quartet, at solo/ensemble festival. He taught his students the fundamentals of music, the technical aspects of performance, and exposed them to the great standards of band literature. But in doing so, he also modeled leadership, work-ethic, good character, and fostered the love of the activity of band that led me to choose music education as a career. And for that, I will always be grateful. Performance Notes Measures 1-12: The beginning of the piece should be performed in a majestic, fanfare-like style. The woodwind cues should only be used if absolutely needed during this section. Measures 41-58: The concert toms should establish a presence, but not overpower the winds. The triangle and woodblock parts should be heard distinctly over the concert toms. A higher pitched woodblock should be used for this section. (A set of claves could be used in place of the woodblock if desired.) Measures 59-94: The entirety of the middle section should be played in a rubato style to maximize musical expression, exaggerating dynamics and ritardando sections. The quarter-note triplets in the middle and low winds should be emphasized at m. 70. The molto ritardando that begins at m. 70 should be allowed to build as long as possible in m. 71 before reaching the musical apex of the middle section at m. 72. At mm. 92-94, depending on the size of the ensemble, you may want to limit the number of players (or put one per part) to achieve the most delicate sound possible. Measures 95-End: In mm. 99-107, be sure that the eighth-note running mallet parts are heard as a background texture, but do not overpower the winds. In mm. 114-115, the accents on beats 2 and 4 in the lower winds should be exaggerated to contrast the feel of the previous four measures. In m. 118, all winds should cut off and breathe on beat two for maximum impact on the next three measures.
About the MusicSemper Gratus is Latin for “always grateful.” The piece was written in honor of James E. Champion, who taught band for thirty-eight years, twenty-five of which were spent in Florence, Alabama, where he was my elementary school and high school band director. His bands consistently achieved superior ratings throughout his career. He holds multi-decade-spanning memberships in professional music education organizations, continues to serve in helping with Alabama Bandmasters Association events, and conducts and performs in various community bands and ensembles. As my band director at Bradshaw High School, Mr. Champion encouraged me to perform one of my first compositions, a clarinet quartet, at solo/ensemble festival. He taught his students the fundamentals of music, the technical aspects of performance, and exposed them to the great standards of band literature.  But in doing so, he also modeled leadership, work-ethic, good character, and fostered the love of the activity of band that led me to choose music education as a career.  And for that, I will always be grateful.Performance NotesMeasures 1-12:   The beginning of the piece should be performed in a majestic, fanfare-like style.  The woodwind cues should only be used if absolutely needed during this section.Measures 41-58:   The concert toms should establish a presence, but not overpower the winds.   The triangle and woodblock parts should be heard distinctly over the concert toms.  A higher pitched woodblock should be used for this section.  (A set of claves could be used in place of the woodblock if desired.) Measures 59-94:   The entirety of the middle section should be played in a rubato style to maximize musical expression, exaggerating dynamics and ritardando sections.   The quarter-note triplets in the middle and low winds should be emphasized at m. 70.   The molto ritardando that begins at m. 70 should be allowed to build as long as possible in m. 71 before reaching the musical apex of the middle section at m. 72. At mm. 92–94, depending on the size of the ensemble, you may want to limit the number of players (or put one per part) to achieve the most delicate sound possible.Measures 95-End:   In mm. 99–107, be sure that the eighth-note running mallet parts are heard as a background texture, but do not overpower the winds. In mm. 114–115, the accents on beats 2 and 4 in the lower winds should be exaggerated to contrast the feel of the previous four measures.  In m. 118, all winds should cut off and breathe on beat two for maximum impact on the next three measures.

By Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975). Arranged by Donald Hunsberger. Full Score. G. Schirmer Concert Band. Grade 4. 16 pages. Published by G. Schirmer

(Articulations and Special Techniques). Composed by Sandra Eithun and Michael Joy. For handbell choir (2-3 octaves). Christmas. Grade 1.5-2. Collection. Published by Chorister's Guild

Composed by Various. Edited by Yuri Maizels. Southern Music. Etude, Instruction. Softcover. 52 pages. Southern Music Company #B581. Published by Southern Music Company

By Brian Balmages. For concert band. FJH Young Band. Full set (score and parts). Score only also available: B1155S. Grade 2.5. Score and set of parts. Composed 2003. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc