Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1053750-040

Composed by Jan Van der Roost. Inspiration Series. Concert Piece. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2005. 48 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1053750-040. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1053750-040).

English-German-French- Dutch.

This piece is dedicated to all the citizens who live, have lived, and will live in the US town of Algona, who commissioned the work to celebrate it’s 150th anniversary. With dark-tinted tones (low drums, heavy brass), this overture begins with a primitive sacred feel, it seems as if centuries-old Indian singing is heard once more. Gradually the sound becomes clearer and brighter as the same theme travels throughout the band in various guises and variants. Imposing tutti passages then give the band the chance to lavishly shine. This bright and catchy overture radiates spontaneous energy and as it features every section of the band all the players as well as the listenersare continually surprised and captivated.

Met donkere tonen begint deze ouverture sacraal en bezwerend: het lijkt of eeuwenoude indianengezangen weer tot klinken komen. Geleidelijk wordt het klankbeeld helderder: hetzelfde thema maakt in diverse varianten als het ware eenronde door het orkest. Met een paar imposante tuttipassages kan het orkest goed uitpakken. Nadien komt een energiek allegro met een krachtige thematiek naar voren, gevolgd door een lyrisch gegeven. Deze ingrediënten wisselen elkaaraf op weg naar een opwindende finale. Het klankidioom is zeer toegankelijk en alle geledingen van het orkest komen aan bod!

Anlässlich der 150-Jahrfeier der Stadt Algona im US-Staat Iowa komponiert, strahlt diese klare, eingängige Ouvertüre spontane Energie aus. Zwar beginnt das Werk sakral und flehend mit dunkel gefärbten Tönen, doch allmählich wird der Klang klarer und heller, während das Thema in verschiedenen Gewändern und Varianten durch das Blasorchester wandert. Dem folgenden energischen Allegro folgt ein lyrisches Thema, und beide Elemente verschmelzen schließlich in einem aufregenden Finale. Alle Register des Blasorchesters werden hier beleuchtet, sodass sowohl Spieler als auch Zuhörer fortwährend überrascht und bezaubert werden.

Algona Overture s’ouvre dans un univers sonore aux couleurs sombres. La musique revêt une dimension sacrée, un esprit de supplication. Un chant indien vieux de plusieurs siècles résonne comme un chant oublié. D’imposants passages tutti dévoilent les somptueuses facettes de l’Orchestre d’Harmonie. L’idiome sonore est simple et accessible. Algona Overture est une composition lumineuse et fascinante qui respire l’enthousiasme et la spontanéité. Dans la mesure où l’écriture orchestrale privilégie tous les pupitres, la musique réussit surprendre et captiver sans cesse le public et les interprètes.

Qu esto brano è dedicato a tutti i cittadini che vivono, che hanno vissuto, e che vivranno nella cittadina americana di Algona, che ha commissionato questo brano per festeggiare il suo 150. anniversario. Algona Overture inizia in un universo sonoro dai colori scuri. La musica rivela una dimensione sacra, uno spirito di supplica. Un canto indiano datato di alcuni secoli risuona come un canto dimenticato. Imponenti passaggi affidati al tutti svelano le sontuose sfacettature dell’orchestra di fiati. Algona Overture è una composizione coinvolgente che trasmette entusiasmo e spontaneit . In un brano dove la scrittura orchestrale privilegia tutte le sezioni dell’organico, la musicariesce a sorprendere e accattivarsi il pubblico e gli interpreti.

50 Hits of the '60s, '70s and '80s. Composed by various artists and composers. This edition: Easy Hits Piano. Book; P/V/C Mixed Folio; Piano/Vocal/Chords. Alfred's Easy. Rock. 192 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Oboe and Piano - intermediate

SKU: BT.DHP-1165698-401

Composed by Pascal Proust. De Haske Oboe Series. Book Only. Composed 2016. 8 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1165698-401. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1165698-401).

ISBN 9789043150101. English-German-French-Dut ch.

Which instrument renders a better representation of the unfortunate attempt of the young Icarus to fly beneath the sun? The composer Pascal Proust has many years’ experience as a musician and music teacher. His output includes several hundredcompositions for the most diverse instrumentations. He wrote Icare for oboe players at the level of approximately 3 4 years’ study and paid special attention to an easy-to-follow, attractive musical style. As a result, Icare is an idealperformance or competition work for young musicians.

Welk instrument kan de onfortuinlijke poging van de jonge Icarus om onder de zon te vliegen beter bezingen? De componist Pascal Proust heeft jarenlange ervaring als muzikant en muziekdocent. Zijn oeuvre omvat honderden composities voor de meestdiverse instrumentaties. Hij schreef Icare voor hobo sten die ongeveer drie tot vier jaar les hebben, waarbij hij speciaal aandacht heeft besteed aan een makkelijk te volgen, aantrekkelijke muziekstijl. Daardoor is Icare een ideaalvoordrachts- of wedstrijdstuk voor jonge muzikanten.

Welche s Instrument könnte besser die unglücklichen Versuche des jungen Ikarus besingen, der zu nahe an die Sonne flog? Der Komponist Pascal Proust kann aus seiner langjährigen Erfahrung als Musiker und Musikpädagoge schöpfen; sein Oeuvre umfasstmehrere hundert Kompositionen für verschiedenste Besetzungen. Er schrieb Icare für Oboisten mit ungefähr 3 4 Jahren Unterrichtserfahrung und legte besonderes Augenmerk auf einen leicht verständlichen, attraktiven musikalischen Stil. Dadurcheignet sich Icare ideal als Vortrags- und Wettbewerbsstück für junge Musiker.

Quel instrument chanterait mieux les malheureuses tentatives du jeune Icare pour voler sous le soleil ? Le compositeur Pascal Proust puise volonté dans son immense expérience de musicien et professeur de musique ; son catalogue d’oeuvres englobeplusieurs centaines de compositions pour divers instruments. Il a notamment écrit Icare pour hautbo stes ayant environ 3 4 années de pratique, dans un style musical accessible et coloré. De ce fait, Icare est la pièce idéale pour toutexamen ou audition de jeunes musiciens.

Concert Band - ½

SKU: XC.FCB2401FS

Composed by Laura Estes. Score. Excelcia Music Publishing #FCB2401FS. Published by Excelcia Music Publishing (XC.FCB2401FS).

A perfect opening for a beginning band's first concert! A strong melody, harmony developed through creative voicings, and great percussion scoring that gives the piece momentum. A great culmination of all the concepts players learn by the end of their first year.

Trumpet (also flugelhorn) - difficult

SKU: HL.49019617

Composed by Herbert Willi. This edition: Saddle stitching. Sheet music. Brass Solo. Softcover. Composed 2011. 12 pages. Duration 6'. Schott Music #TR28. Published by Schott Music (HL.49019617).

ISBN 9790001187534. UPC: 888680630591. 9.0x12.0x0.072 inches.

This piece was written in the wake of the trumpet concerto 'Eirene'. Both pieces were composed by Willi for the trumpeter Reinhold Friedrich who raves about the concerto: 'There is an inexplicable magic in this magnificent light/space work which gives both the audience and the musicians great inner pleasure.'This magic, however, is created by ascetic rather than romantic and lavish means. Willi composed a series of brief musical actions, tone repetitions and short flitting snatches of melody. Wind players who are familiar with all kinds of playing techniques are given much room for their own artistic interpretation.

Concert Band; Orchestra - Grade 0.5

SKU: AP.49219

Composed by Michael Story. 5 or More; MakeMusic Cloud; Mixed Instruments - Flexible Instrumentation; Performance Music Ensemble; Quartet; Single Titles; Solo Small Ensembles; Trio. Belwin Very Beginning Band. Score and Part(s). Duration 1:30. Belwin Music #00-49219. Published by Belwin Music (AP.49219).

ISBN 9781470648640. UPC: 038081569444. English.

This version of Dragon Dance by Michael Story is part of our Belwin FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 3 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. The 3-part instrumentation will support balanced instrumentation of the lower voices. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys.

The Dragon Dance is a popular event in traditional Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations. Originating during the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.-200 A.D), the dance is carried out by a team of performers that carry the dragon on poles, fluidly mimicking its supposed movements. Drums, cymbals, and gongs usually provide the musical accompaniment to this beautiful and colorful performance.

Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads:
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Orchestra Violin I, Violin II, Violin III (Viola T.C.), Viola, Cello, Bass, Piano - Grade 1

SKU: CF.FAS131F

Composed by Cooper Ford. Full score. 8 pages. Duration 1 minute, 46 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #FAS131F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS131F).

ISBN 9781491162989. UPC: 680160921737. Key: E minor.

At night, there are many possible dangers that lurk in the dark. With intense energy, this piece depicts the daring determination of protectors who keep watch in the night. The music is energetic and engaging, reinforcing foundational rhythms and techniques including staccato and changing dynamics. Written in three parts with Violin II doubling Viola and Cello doubling Bass, with optional Piano for support, all players will have the opportunity to play melodic material. Stay vigilant!

Band concert band - Grade 1

SKU: KJ.WB373

Composed by Arthur Michaels. Bandworks. Score and set of parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #WB373. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.WB373).

UPC: 8402702026.

Peacefu l yet illuminating music in this chorale-like work allows new musicians to work on their phrasing, musicality, and ensemble playing. Here's a way to make your youngest players sound and feel great!

Piano Duet. Composed by Barbara Heller (1936-). Piano. 24 pages. Schott Music #ED20847. Published by Schott Music (HL.49018134).

Composed by Alberto Lombardi. DVD. Rock & Blues. DVD. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #GW1066. Published by Mel Bay Publications, In

Composed by John Tavener (1944-). Score Only. 36 pages. Chester Music #MUSSOS00527. Published by Chester Music

Saddle-stitched. Folk. Book and online audio. 172 pages. Mel Bay Publications, Inc #31061M. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Chamber Music String Quartet

SKU: PR.164002720

Cassatt. Composed by Dan Welcher. Spiral and Saddle. Premiere: Cassatt Quartet, Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, IL. Contemporary. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. Composed 2007. WRT11142. 52+16+16+16+16 pages. Duration 24 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #164-00272. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.164002720).

UPC: 680160573042. 8.5 x 11 inches.

My third quartet is laid out in a three-movement structure, with each movement based on an early, middle, and late work of the great American impressionist painter Mary Cassatt. Although the movements are separate, with full-stop endings, the music is connected by a common scale-form, derived from the name MARY CASSATT, and by a recurring theme that introduces all three movements. I see this theme as Mary's Theme, a personality that stays intact while undergoing gradual change.   I The Bacchante (1876) [Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania]   The painting shows a young girl of Italian or Spanish origin, playing a small pair of cymbals. Since Cassatt was trying very hard to fit in at the French Academy at the time, she painted a lot of these subjects, which were considered typical and universal. The style of the painting doesn't yet show Cassatt's originality, except perhaps for certain details in the face. Accordingly the music for this movement is Spanish/Italian, in a similar period-style but using the musical signature described above. The music begins with Mary's Theme, ruminative and slow, then abruptly changes to an alla Spagnola-type fast 3/4 - 6/8 meter. It evokes the Spanish-influenced music of Ravel and Falla.   Midway through, there's an accompanied recitative for the viola, which figures large in this particular movement, then back to a truncated recapitulation of the fast music. The overall feeling is of a well-made, rather conventional movement in a contemporary Spanish/Italian style. Cassatt's painting, too, is rather conventional.   II At the Opera (1880) [Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Massachusetts]   This painting is one of Cassatt's most well known works, and it hangs in the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. The painting shows a woman alone in a box at the opera house, completely dressed (including gloves) and looking through opera glasses at someone or something that is NOT on the stage. Across the auditorium from her, but exactly at eye level, is a gentleman with opera glasses intently watching her - though it is not him that she's looking at. It's an intriguing picture.   This movement is far less conventional than the first movement, as the painting is far less conventional. The music begins with a rapid, Shostakovich-type mini-overture lasting less than a minute, based on Mary's Theme. My conjecture is that the woman in the painting has arrived late to the opera, busily stumbling into her box. What happens next is a kind of collage, a kind of surrealistic overlaying of two different elements: the foreground music, at first is a direct quotation of Soldier's Chorus from Gounod's FAUST (an opera Cassatt would certainly have heard in the brand-new Paris Opera House at that time), played by Violin II, Viola, and Cello. This music is played sul ponticello in the melody and col legno in the marching accompaniment. On top of this, the first violin hovers at first on a high harmonic, then descends into a slow melody, completely separate from the Gounod. It's as if the woman in the painting is hearing the opera onstage but is not really interested in it. Then the cello joins the first violin in a kind of love-duet (just the two of them, at first). This music isn't at all Gounod-derived; it's entirely from the same scale patterns as the first movement and derives from Mary's Theme and its scale. The music stays in a kind of dichotomy feeling, usually three-against-one, until the end of the movement, when another Gounod melody, Valentin's aria Avant de quitter ce lieux reappears in a kind of coda for all four players. It ends atmospherically and emotionally disconnected, however. The overall feeling is a kind of schizophrenic, opera-inspired dream.   III Young Woman in Green, Outdoors in the Sun (1909) [Worcester Art Museum, Massachusetts]   The painting, one of Cassatt's last, is very simple: just a figure, looking sideways out of the picture. The colors are pastel and yet bold - and the woman is likewise very self-assured and not in the least demure. It is eight minutes long, and is all about melody - three melodies, to be exact (Young Woman, Green, and Sunlight). No angst, no choppy rhythms, just ever-unfolding melody and lush harmonies. I quote one other French composer here, too: Debussy's song Green, from Ariettes Oubliees. 1909 would have been Debussy's heyday in Paris, and it makes perfect sense musically as well as visually to do this.   Mary Cassatt lived her last several years in near-total blindness, and as she lost visual acuity, her work became less sharply defined - something akin to late water lilies of Monet, who suffered similar vision loss. My idea of making this movement entirely melodic was compounded by having each of the three melodies appear twice, once in a pure form, and the second time in a more diffuse setting. This makes an interesting two ways form: A-B-C-A1-B1-C1.   String Quartet No.3 (Cassatt) is dedicated, with great affection and respect, to the Cassatt String Quartet, whose members have dedicated themselves in large measure to the furthering of the contemporary repertoire for quartet.

Clarinet

SKU: HL.48180367

For Clarinet. Composed by C. Hamelin. Leduc. Classical. Softcover. 26 pages. Alphonse Leduc #AL17595. Published by Alphonse Leduc (HL.48180367).

UPC: 888680796167. 9x12 inches.

Written for upper-intermediate to advanced clarinet players, these scales and exercises are a set of studies tailored for advanced courses. Composed by Gaston Hamelin, this piece includes a really explanatory preface that describes the positioning and the annotations that are crucial to an understanding of the book. Ideal to continue developing skills and technique, they focus on mastering scales arpeggios and trills to obtain a fluidity of the tone. Gaston Hamelin (1884-1951) was a French carinettist and teacher. He became the first clarinettist of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and went back to France in the 1930s to teach his instrument.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4830-01

Composed by Sciaino. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4830-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4830-01).

Drawing inspiration from the Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony in New York City’s Chinatown, Firecracker is an exhilarating celebration at a sizzling tempo that’s sure to please. Images of crackling explosives, dazzling colors, and joyful dance fuel this annual event that honors Chinese culture. A contagious drumbeat played on traditional drums by musicians traveling from business to business wishes good fortune and prosperity in the coming year. This is emulated in this selection with flexible numbers of percussionists who can call all join in on the fun. Meanwhile, wind players will love the opportunity to nimbly play soaring melodic lines over the invigorating rhythmic figures found throughout. You’ll love Firecracker and its vigorous, jubilant spirit! Unique!

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3 - Grade 3

SKU: KN.9887

Composed by Brian McBrien. Solo or Ensemble. Apex String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #9887. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9887).

UPC: 822795098877.

Audie nces will be transported back to ancient Egypt in this haunting work inspired by Shu, the god of wind. By using authentic Egyptian motifs, it will capture the imaginations of players and audiences alike. This grade 3 work is dedicated to Ms. Yeon Choi, and the Niguel Hills Middle School Orchestra in Laguna Niguel, CA. Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part. Duration 3:15. Available in SmartMusic.

Composed by Tom Floyd. For guitar. Perfect binding. Intermediate-Advanced. Book and online audio. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc

Guitar (2. and 3. guitar ad lib). (NOTEN+CD) - very easy to easy

SKU: HL.49033377

From Saint Martin to Epiphany. Composed by Klaus Heizmann. Arranged by Bruno Szordikowski and Peter Ansorge. This edition: Saddle stitching. Sheet music with CD. Edition Schott. Dieses Heft enthalt 20 leicht spielbare Lieder fur Gitarre. Es ladt schon Anfanger mit wenigen Monaten Spielpraxis zum Musizieren ein. Neben alten und neuen deutschen Liedern werden auch beliebte Melodien aus England, Frankreich, Spanien und den USA angeb. Edition with CD. 32 pages. Schott Music #ED 9888. Published by Schott Music (HL.49033377).

ISBN 9790001139427.

This edition includes 20 easy songs for guitar. It even invites beginners with only a few months' practice to play.Apart from old and new German songs you will also find popular tunes from England, France, Spain and the USA.The selected songs are suitable for teaching, student performances and making music at home. All tunes are written in keys which are easy to sing and play and can be performed - in addition or in turns - with another melody instrument (recorder, violin, mandolin etc.)The accompanying play-along CD gives the players the opportunity to perform their Christmas songs with a rich and polyphonic sound - even without a second musician.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet, Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Gong, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Tambourine, Temple Blocks, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone and more. - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS115

Composed by Matthew R. Putnam. Beginning Band (BPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+3+6+3+2+1 +2+5+16+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 22 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #BPS115. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS115).

ISBN 9781491152010. UPC: 680160909513.

The Gauntlet is a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being accessible to young performers with a limited range. Simple yet bold rhythms add excitement, heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content. The interesting “development” section provides a contrast to the opening and helps to build the suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing a variety of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight’s triumph.
A knight gallops over the rise of the hill into battle, determination shining in his eyes. He must charge through the treacherous lines and survive in order to preserve his kingdom and his honor. The pounding of the battle drums echoes the desperate pounding of his heart. Swords clash and the hooves of the horses strike the muddy ground. He must run this torturous gauntlet. Will he succeed before it is too late?The Gauntlet is a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being easy for young players to perform due to the piece’s limited range (comprised of the first seven notes in most method books). Simple but bold rhythms add an air of excitement. This is heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content, even the low brass. The interesting “development” section provides a contrast to the opening section and helps to build some intrigue and suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing lots of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight’s triumph.

Composed by Allan Alexander. Spiral bound. Celtic/Piano Instruction. Book and Downloadable audio. Duration 70 minutes. Published by ADG Productions

A Complete Course to Help You Write Better Songs. Book (not sheet music). Book and CD Package. Size 8.5x11 inches. 256 pages. Published by Backbeat Books.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet, Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Gong, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Tambourine, Temple Blocks, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone and more. - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS115F

Composed by Matthew R. Putnam. Beginning Band (BPS). Full score. With Standard notation. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #BPS115F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS115F).

ISBN 9781491152690. UPC: 680160910199.

The Gauntlet is a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being accessible to young performers with a limited range. Simple yet bold rhythms add excitement, heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content. The interesting “development” section provides a contrast to the opening and helps to build the suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing a variety of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight’s triumph.
A knight gallops over the rise of the hill into battle, determination shining in his eyes. He must charge through the treacherous lines and survive in order to preserve his kingdom and his honor. The pounding of the battle drums echoes the desperate pounding of his heart. Swords clash and the hooves of the horses strike the muddy ground. He must run this torturous gauntlet. Will he succeed before it is too late?The Gauntlet is a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being easy for young players to perform due to the piece’s limited range (comprised of the first seven notes in most method books). Simple but bold rhythms add an air of excitement. This is heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content, even the low brass. The interesting “development” section provides a contrast to the opening section and helps to build some intrigue and suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing lots of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight’s triumph.