Arr. Timothy Johnson. Par HAYDN FRANZ JOSEF. “He alone has the secret of making me smile, and touching me to the bottom of my soul, ” said Mozart about “Papa” Haydn and his music. The “Surprise” Symphony (No. 94), incidentally written during the final year of Mozart’s short life, has become one of Haydn’s most memorable works. Since this symphony was written during the zenith of the Classical period, Timothy Johnson’s skillful arrangement gives you a perfect opportunity to teach your young band “lightness” and control as essentials of Classical style playing. You can introduce the concept of making the staccato notes “separated” instead of just “short” in order to best approximate the sound of the times. It’s a naturalselection for your next festival or concert! Why not give your young band a chance to meet “Papa” Haydn through this charming arrangement? / Niveau : 1 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par WILLIAMS JOHN / HVEEM DAVID (Arr.). «Cantina Band (or «Mad About Me») was written by John Williams in 1977 for the film Star Wars (later Star Wars IV: A New Hope). Even with quite a bit of the Star Wars music being quite well known, Cantina Band is literally in a style of its own. In the Star Wars-universe this style is called «jizz», Williams’ take on the more well-known genre «jazz». Williams was tasked by Star Wars-creator George Lucas to make music that sounded like «several creatures in a future century finding some 1930's Benny Goodman swing band music ... and how they might attempt to interpret it» and ended up with Cantina Band #1 and #2. Both numbers are played in the legendary scene taking place in Chalmun's Spaceport Cantina where Luke Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi gets in a fight causing even the band to stop playing. The band, which goes by the name Figrin D'an and the Modal Nodes, comes from the planet Clak'dor VII and specializes in jizz and the nearby, slightly older style of jatz. Performers of this music often go by the name 'jizz-wailers', and the Bith people from Clak'dor VII are especially well suited for jizz-wailing since they can hold every note as long as they want thanks to a unique respiratory system - something many perhaps would like to be able to do in the performance of this arrangement as well. The arrangement is relatively faithful to Williams' original version, but with a somewhat different ending. Although the woodwind section undoubtedly has the biggest technical challenges, an understanding of the musical style is the very key to making the arrangement sound good - and here all groups must work together. Playing lightly but quite articulated, and very precise, will be an absolute necessity to get the music drifting off all the way to Tatooine. In measure 113 there is a small improvised solo in either trombone or trumpet, but if you want the real authentic Cantina Band-sound this is of course done on a steel drum. / Date parution : 2023-07-31/ Répertoire / Concert Band/Harmonie

Arr. Stephen Bulla. Par DVORAK ANTONIN. This hauntingly beautiful melody is probably the mostfamous to come from the pen of Czech composer, Antonin Dvorák. Stephen Bulla’s transcription of‘Largo’ from the ‘New World Symphony’ will helpyour students focus on expressive playing, and bringgreat delight to all with the soothing nostalgicmelody. / Niveau : 2 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. Jan Van der Roost composed Dances of Innocence to commemorate a girl who passed away at the tender age of 14. In contrast to the sombre, joyless tone such a memory usually invokes, it is a rather cheerful work that reflects the innocence and light heartedness of a child. It does open in a serious mood, but quickly becomes more energetic and turns into a dance. Dances of Innocence is an ode to all the beauty, sincerity and cheerfulness that a child radiates. / Niveau : 3 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Arr. Dizzy Stratford. Par DVORAK ANTONIN. Antonin’s New World is an excellent piece of musical theatre featuring a comedy act for triangle soloist and band. The music itself does not sound comical, being based on Anton Dvorak’s Symphony in E Minor (‘From the New World’), but the right mix of seriousness and humour brings a surprising effect. With a bit of acting talent from your triangle soloist, this interpretation of the well known classical melody will be a major hit. Whether you choose Antonin’s New World as a “triangle solo” novelty piece or simply as a delightful adaptation of Dvorak’s immensely popular Ninth Symphony, both the band and the audience will love it! / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par CURNOW PAUL. Charming! Paul Curnow's COME DANCE AND SING combines a cheery melody with delightful harmonies. Briskly entertaining, you'll want to brighten up your band room and concert with this one. All parts are skillfully tailored to the specific needs of the Grade 1 band, and your students will particularly love the ending. COME DANCE AND SING will add a spark of joy to your concert, no matter where you program it. / Niveau : 1 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band

Par CURNOW PAUL. Colorful lights, shining candles, sparkling bulbs, gifts beautifully wrapped and friends coming to visit. And with the friends come music, merry singing and joyous carols resounding through the house. When you think about and sing along to Good King Wenceslas and God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen, you can scarcely sit still. Then when Jingle Bells is heard, it seems as though you should stand and dance while singing. It is the Festive Season! / Niveau : 1 / Répertoire / Concert Band

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This delightful medley of timeless Scottish tunes speaks to the piper in all of us. Richly orchestrated and profuse with creative contrast, it will be an exciting addition to your next concert appearance. Regarding preparation, the ranges, rhythms and mixture of styles are right on target for this level band, and Piper’s Rhapsody is sure to become a favorite with your musicians. A study of Scotland’s culture and how the bagpipe and hornpipe are important would be appropriate. A find! / Niveau : 2.5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Overture. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. In 1786, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart composed his wonderful opera Le Nozzi di Figaro. In the opera Count Almaviva tries to seduce the fiancée of Figaro, his valet. Eventually, through four acts full of complicated intrigue, he is outwitted. In his music, Mozart, at times in a humorous way, reflects the numerous social and erotic intrigues with both empathy and insight. The brilliant overture is just as vivacious and witty as the opera itself. Mozart delightfully anticipates the passion and playful love that is to come. The skillful transcription for concert band by the Japanese composer Tohru Takahashi certainly does justice to this enchanting music. / Niveau : 5 / Transcription / Date parution : 1905-06-27/ Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par JOHNSON TIMOTHY. Jolly Old Saint Nicholas gets dressed up in his yuletide best, and welcomes good girls and boys to make their Christmas wishes. Every section gets their chance at this beloved carol as the melody line moves to each in turn, delighting with its happy feel. This is a chance for all to shine! / Niveau : 1 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band

Overture. Par MOZART WOLFGANG AMADEUS. In 1786 Mozart composed his wonderful opera Le Nozze di Figaro (KV 492). The Italian libretto, based on the play Le mariage de Figaro by Beaumarchais, was written by Lorenzo da Ponte who also made the libretti of Mozart’s opera’s Don Giovanni and Così fan tutte. In the opera Le Nozze di Figaro, Count Almaviva tries to seduce the fiancée of Figaro, his valet. Eventually, through four acts full of complicated intrigue, he is outwitted. In his music, Mozart at times in a humorous way reflects the numerous social and erotic intrigues with both empathy and insight. The brilliant overture is just as vivacious and witty as the opera itself. Mozart delightfullyanticipates the passion and playful love that is to come. The skillful transcription for concert band by Tohru Takahashi certainly does justice to this appealing music. / Niveau : 5 / Transcription / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie