Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 4

SKU: BT.AMP-480-140

Composed by Philip Sparke. Anglo Music Midway Series. Concert Piece. Score Only. Composed 2019. 40 pages. Anglo Music Press #AMP 480-140. Published by Anglo Music Press (BT.AMP-480-140).

English-German-French- Dutch.

Aurora Dances was commissioned by the Hong Kong-based Winter Band Festival, and consists of three movements, to be played without a break. ‘Aurora Borealis’ opens with florid woodwind figures and highlights different sections of the band in turn. The second movement ‘Aurora Australis’ leads to a sombre chorale, which builds to a full-band climax. The finale ‘Aurora Dances’ is characterised by rhythmic, dance-like themes. A central section features a contrasting legato melody, but this doesn’t dispel the energetic feel of the opening, which returns to close the work.

Aurora Dances werd geschreven in opdracht van het Winter Band Festival in Hongkong. Het werk bestaat uit drie delen die in elkaar overlopen. ‘Aurora Borealis’ opent met sierlijke motieven in het hout en bevat korte, herhaalde frasen waarin de verschillende secties afwisselend in de schijnwerpers worden gezet. Het melancholieke koraal van deel twee, ‘Aurora Australis’, ontvouwt zich tot een climax in het hele orkest. Het laatste deel, ‘Aurora Dances’ wordt gekenmerkt door ritmische, dansachtige thema’s. Een middengedeelte bevat een contrasterende legato melodie, maar die gaat niet ten koste van het energieke gevoel van de opening, waarmee het werk wordtafgesloten.

Aurora Dances wurde vom Winter Band Festival in Hongkong in Auftrag gegeben und wird ohne Pause gespielt. Aurora Borealis“ beginnt mit überschwänglichen Holzbläserfiguren und hebt abwechselnd verschiedene Sektionen des Blasorchesters hervor. Der zweite Satz, Aurora Australis“, führt zu einem düsteren Choral, der sich zu einem Höhepunkt des kompletten Orchesters aufbaut. Das Finale, Aurora Dances“, zeichnet sich durch rhythmische und tänzerische Themen aus. Ein zentraler Abschnitt ist durch eine kontrastierende Legato-Melodie geprägt, die jedoch die energiegeladene Stimmung des Anfangs nicht aufhebt, welche am Ende des Werkes wiederkehrt

Comman de du Festival hivernal des harmonies, basé Hong-Kong, Aurora Dances se compose de trois mouvements interprétés sans interruption. « Aurora Borealis » s’ouvre avec des figures élaborées aux bois et met en avant divers pupitres de l’orchestre. Le deuxième mouvement, « Aurora Australis », introduit un choral sombre qui aboutit un climax en tutti. Le final, « Aurora Dances », se caractérise par des thèmes rythmiques et dansants. Le passage central présente un contraste avec une mélodie legato, sans pourtant dissiper la sensation d’énergie du début qui revient pour clore la pièce.

Solo Violoncello

SKU: SU.29120150

For Solo Violoncello. Composed by Todd Mason. Strings, Cello. Unaccompanied. Score. Subito Music Corporation #29120150. Published by Subito Music Corporation (SU.29120150).

Aurora Borealis for solo cello evokes the mystery and drama of the northern lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis. The Aurora Borealis was out. It hung and moved with majesty in folds like an infinite traveler upstage in an infinite theater. In colors of rose and lavender and purple it moved and pulsed against the night, and the frost-sharpened stars shone through it. What a thing to see!... ― John Steinbeck Level of difficulty - music school student to professional Solo Violoncello Duration: 6' Composed: 2020 Published by: Todd Mason Aurora Borealis for Solo cello (Youtube):.

Band concert band - Grade 4.5

SKU: KJ.WB311

Composed by Robert W. Rumbelow. Bandworks. Score and set of parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #WB311. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.WB311).

UPC: 8402700973.

Compose r Robert Rumbelow creates and out-of-this-world experience in your concert hall. Slow melodies rise from the depths to the heavens above through the sparkling woodwind and percussion tapestries. No one ever forgets the first time they see the Northern Lights, and your band will never forget playing Aurora Borealis!

Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4649-00

Composed by Susi. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR395). Score and set of parts. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 23 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4649-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4649-00).

This entrancing work musically captures the dazzling dancing northern lights which have fascinated mankind for centuries. The opening theme is presented in varying styles, characterizing the many forms in which the lights appear, from patchy clouds to streaming arches. Trills and rolls symbolize the rippling formations, and the chromatic rising musical lines reflect the soaring rays which light the sky with an eerie glow. Bright brass fanfares depict the magnificent shades of green and pink. Exciting music for both audiences and performers, Aurora Borealis is a surefire 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.011-4649-01

Composed by Susi. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR395). Extra full score. Composed 2018. Duration 2 minutes, 23 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4649-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4649-01).

This entrancing work musically captures the dazzling dancing northern lights which have fascinated mankind for centuries. The opening theme is presented in varying styles, characterizing the many forms in which the lights appear, from patchy clouds to streaming arches. Trills and rolls symbolize the rippling formations, and the chromatic rising musical lines reflect the soaring rays which light the sky with an eerie glow. Bright brass fanfares depict the magnificent shades of green and pink. Exciting music for both audiences and performers, Aurora Borealis is a surefire 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.

The effect of shimmering lights and chordal reverberations make this an unusually descriptive portrait of one of nature's most alluring phenomena

Concert Band (Score) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.4006681

Concert Band Score. Composed by Philip Sparke. Anglo Music Concert Band. Classical, Concert. Softcover. 40 pages. Duration 530 seconds. Anglo Music Press #AMP480140. Published by Anglo Music Press (HL.4006681).

UPC: 840126928150.

Auror a Dances was commissioned by the Hong Kong-based Winter Band Festival, and consists of three movements, to be played without a break. 'Aurora Borealis' opens with florid woodwind figures and highlights different sections of the band in turn. The second movement 'Aurora Australis' leads to a sombre chorale, which builds to a full-band climax. The finale 'Aurora Dances' is characterised by rhythmic, dance-like themes. A central section features a contrasting legato melody, but this doesn't dispel the energetic feel of the opening, which returns to close the work.

By Michael Hopkins. Orchestra. Part(s); Score; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Light Concert. Grade 2.5. 144 pages

TTBB choir, piano reduction - Intermediate

SKU: GI.WW1764

Composed by Ola Gjeilo. Concert, School. Walton Choral. Classical. Octavo. 12 pages. Walton Music #WW1764. Published by Walton Music (GI.WW1764).

UPC: 785147020165. Latin. Text source: Song of Solomon. From Song of Solomon.

Using the Latin Pulchra es amica mea text from Song of Solomon, this composition is a great selection for high school men’s choruses and above. With music inspired by the aurora borealis atmospheric lights, this song will render a most impressive performance.

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Level 2.5

SKU: HL.4003052

Composed by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 2. Contest, Festival. 24 pages. Duration 330 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4003052).

UPC: 884088566814. 9.0x12.0x0.072 inches.

The Native American Cree tribe refer to the aurora borealis (or “northern lights”) as the “Dance of the Spirits.” Using a variety of unusual sounds and effects, quickly changing textures and surprises, Michael Sweeney has created a musical impression of this phenomenon's stunning beauty and unpredictable nature. An exciting and unique addition to the young band repertoire, this will be enjoyable to rehearse and perform. (Grade 2.5) Dur: c. 5:30.

Composed by Amy F Bernon. For TTB/TBB choir, piano accompaniment. Concert, Festival. Octavo. Heritage Music Press #15/2285H. Published by Heritage Music Press

Instructional/Drum/DVD. Instruction, Technique. DVD. Hudson Music #HDDVDDR21. Published by Hudson Music

By Michael Hopkins. Orchestra. Score; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Light Concert. Grade 2.5. 12 pages

By Nancy Faber, Randall Faber. For Piano. Level: 4. Book. Published by The FJH Music Company, Inc.

Composed by Ola Gjeilo. Walton Choral. Music Education. Octavo. 12 pages. Walton Music #WW1447. Published by Walton Music

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49984S

Composed by Yukiko Nishimura. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Concert Band. Programmatic. Score. Duration 3:50. Alfred Music #00-49984S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49984S).

ISBN 9781470659271. UPC: 038081576534. English.

The northern lights---also known as aurora borealis---are the subject of this stunning piece by Yukiko Nishimura, which weaves together individual musical lines to create a beautiful texture and sonority. The waves of light are similar to the waveform of sound frequencies, and these linear musical sequences depict that concept. Northern Lights is a spectacular work that will captivate your students. (3:50).

(A Song of Alaska). Composed by Amy F. Bernon. For SATB choir, piano. Concert, Festival. Octavo. Published by Heritage Music Press

By Amy F Bernon. For 3-part mixed choir and piano. Concert. Octavo. Published by Heritage Music Press. (15/2292H)

From the Series Nature Pictures. By Veljo Tormis. (SSAB divisi a cappella). Boosey and Hawkes Large Choral. Size 8x11.75 inches. 27 pages. Published by Fennica Gehrman.

(Early Intermediate Level Composer Showcase). By Lynda Lybeck-Robinson. For Piano/Keyboard. Educational Piano Library. Intermediate. Softcover. 32 pages. Published by Hal Leonard

Composed by Ola Gjeilo. For Choral (SSAA A Cappella). Walton Choral. Octavo. Walton Music #WW1615. Published by Walton Music

By Robert W. Rumbelow. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Bandworks. Level: Grade 4.5. Score. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company.

Choir Secular (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.51219

Composed by Andy Beck. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Secular; Winter. Choral Octavo. Alfred Music #00-51219. Published by Alfred Music (AP.51219).

UPC: 038081582580. English.

This musical tribute to the aurora borealis flickers and flashes with colorful imagery. Carefully crafted for 2-part singers, it opens with independent parts that come together in a glowing chorus like lights swirling in the winter sky. An optional descant at the end adds even more sparkle. What a beautiful sight!

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Composed by Chrissy Ricker. For piano solo. Center Stage Solos. Difficulty: Late Elementary. Collection. 24 pages. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: AP.49984

Composed by Yukiko Nishimura. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Concert Band. Programmatic. Score and Part(s). Duration 3:50. Alfred Music #00-49984. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49984).

ISBN 9781470659264. UPC: 038081576527. English.

The northern lights---also known as aurora borealis---are the subject of this stunning piece by Yukiko Nishimura, which weaves together individual musical lines to create a beautiful texture and sonority. The waves of light are similar to the waveform of sound frequencies, and these linear musical sequences depict that concept. Northern Lights is a spectacular work that will captivate your students. (3:50).