SATB with 3 voice solos - Intermediate

SKU: GI.WW1705

Composed by Michael Barrett. Arranged by Michael Barrett. Cameron LaBarr. Classical. Octavo. 8 pages. Walton Music #WW1705. Published by Walton Music (GI.WW1705).

UPC: 785147013167. IsiXhosa. Text Source: Traditional isiXhosa.

Thixo Onothando is a popular isiXhosa hymn performed throughout South Africa. It is an uplifting song of praise led by a group of soloists who portray the roles of religious leaders. The use of percussion and movement adds a great deal. As performed by the University of Pretoria (TUKS) Camerata on the South African televised national competition, Varsity Sing. Cameron LaBarr Choral Series. Thixo Onothando IPA Pronunciation Guide.

The Definitive Paul Simon Songbook by Paul Simon. For Melody Line, Lyrics and Chords. Music Sales America. Folk Rock. Softcover. 560 pages. Paul Simon Music #PS11594. Published by Paul Simon Music

SATB choir, cantor, voice solo, assembly, piano accompaniment - Early intermediate

SKU: GI.G-9431

Entrance and Communion Antiphons for the Church Year. Composed by M. Roger Holland, II. Sacred. 40 pages. GIA Publications #9431. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9431).

UPC: 785147943105. English. Text Source: 1. Ps. 96:1, 3, 6-9, alt., The Revised Grail Psalms, 2. 1 Jn. 4:16, Ps. 103:1-2, 8, 10-12, 17-18a, The Grail, 1983, 3. Is. 7:14, Ps. 19:2-6, RGP, 4. Jn. 6:57, Ps. 119:1-2, 11, 49-50, 65, 72, 103, Grail, 1983, Ps. 2. Scripture: Psalm 96:1, 3, 6–9, 1 John 4:16, Psalm 103:1–2, 8, 10–12, 17–18a, Isaiah 7:14, Psalm 19:2–6, John 6:57, Psalm 119:1–2, 11, 49–50, 65, 72, 103, Psalm 23:5ad.

Noted composer M. Roger Holland has taken antiphons from the 2010 Roman Missal and paired them with psalm verses, creating compositions that have wide use in the liturgy. Some parishes will want to use these pieces on the appointed day for entrance or communion processionals. Others may find use for them throughout the entire year, perhaps using them as a weekly song through the season. The songs work well as stand-alone processional pieces and many choirs will want to use them as choir anthems or congregational songs during the preparation of the gifts and altar. While utilizing official texts of the Roman rite, they can be used by congregations of any denomination. Roger explores the wide breadth that is African American music, you’ll find lyric ballades, spiritualinspired offerings, gospel-style songs, and pieces with a more uptempo feel. This is the fourth volume in this series. Contains: O Sing a New Song • God Is Love • Behold Emmanuel • Communion Song For cantor or soloist.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Bells, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Marimba, Oboe, Percussion, Suspended Cymbal, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS224

Composed by Carol Brittin Chambers. Concert Band (CPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+4+8+8+2+2+2+2+2+2+4+4 +4+2+2+3+3+3+4+1+1+1+1+3+ 12+2 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 11 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS224. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS224).

ISBN 9781491152508. UPC: 680160910007.

Rainb ow in the Clouds is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the 19th century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds.  Composer Carol Brittin Chambers was inspired by poetic Maya Angelou to create of setting of this beautiful song. It is lush and beautiful throughout and will highlight the musicianship of your students.  This would serve as a welcome change of pace piece on your program for concert or contest.
Rainbow in the Clouds was commissioned by the Pflugerville Middle School Wind Ensemble in Pflugerville, Texas, directed by Shauna Satrom. The piece premiered in May 2017, in memory and celebration of Luis Ham, who was an Assistant Principal at Pflugerville Middle School.This piece is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the nineteenth century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds. The first time I heard reference to this song was in a Maya Angelou video, in which she sings a portion of it: “When it looked like the sun wouldn’t shine anymore, Oh, God put a rainbow in the clouds.” In the video, Dr. Angelou honors those who have demonstrated kindness to her in the past, and she suggests that we all try to be a blessing to others. The Pflugerville community believed that Mr. Ham, with his positive outlook, was definitely a “rainbow in the clouds” for other people.The piece begins with a full ensemble introduction, followed by a woodwind treatment of the first verse with a fairly reserved tempo and straight eighth-note rhythm. When brass pick up the melody on the second phrase, we start to hear the song more like the original spiritual, with dotted-eighth, sixteenth rhythms. The middle section of the piece at m. 22 begins to move at a slightly quicker tempo, and the mood becomes lighter. This section becomes a call-and-response between a euphonium solo and upper woodwinds. The final section of the piece involves everyone playing together joyously and full, eventually winding down with two more solo statements in flute and euphonium.Note to the Conductor:Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts:Lyrical, expressive playing varied stylesSolo responsibilitiesKey changes, tempo changes.

Entrance and Communion Antiphons for the Church Year. Composed by M. Roger Holland, II. Sacred. 64 pages. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-9233).

Band Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Bells, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Marimba, Oboe, Percussion, Suspended Cymbal, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone 1, Trombone 2, Trumpet 1, Trumpet 2 and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS224F

Composed by Carol Brittin Chambers. Concert Band (CPS). Full score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Carl Fischer Music #CPS224F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS224F).

ISBN 9781491153185. UPC: 680160910687.

Rainb ow in the Clouds is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the 19th century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds.  Composer Carol Brittin Chambers was inspired by poetic Maya Angelou to create of setting of this beautiful song. It is lush and beautiful throughout and will highlight the musicianship of your students.  This would serve as a welcome change of pace piece on your program for concert or contest.
Rainbow in the Clouds was commissioned by the Pflugerville Middle School Wind Ensemble in Pflugerville, Texas, directed by Shauna Satrom. The piece premiered in May 2017, in memory and celebration of Luis Ham, who was an Assistant Principal at Pflugerville Middle School.This piece is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the nineteenth century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds. The first time I heard reference to this song was in a Maya Angelou video, in which she sings a portion of it: “When it looked like the sun wouldn’t shine anymore, Oh, God put a rainbow in the clouds.” In the video, Dr. Angelou honors those who have demonstrated kindness to her in the past, and she suggests that we all try to be a blessing to others. The Pflugerville community believed that Mr. Ham, with his positive outlook, was definitely a “rainbow in the clouds” for other people.The piece begins with a full ensemble introduction, followed by a woodwind treatment of the first verse with a fairly reserved tempo and straight eighth-note rhythm. When brass pick up the melody on the second phrase, we start to hear the song more like the original spiritual, with dotted-eighth, sixteenth rhythms. The middle section of the piece at m. 22 begins to move at a slightly quicker tempo, and the mood becomes lighter. This section becomes a call-and-response between a euphonium solo and upper woodwinds. The final section of the piece involves everyone playing together joyously and full, eventually winding down with two more solo statements in flute and euphonium.Note to the Conductor:Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts:Lyrical, expressive playing varied stylesSolo responsibilitiesKey changes, tempo changes.

Solo Violin

SKU: SU.29110060

For Solo Violin. Composed by Wynton Marsalis. Strings, Violin. Unaccompanied. Score. Subito Music Corporation #29110060. Published by Subito Music Corporation (SU.29110060).

1. Sidestep Reel - In 19th Century America, the Afro-Celtic fiddle style was the centerpiece of many a dance. Reels and hornpipes were very popular forms. Their repetitive, even-metered rhythms were easy and fun to dance to, and their infectious singable melodies stayed in the mind and on the tongue. More adventurous fiddlers were given to syncopating on these forms by accenting off beats and by embellishing melodies with oddmetered note groupings. Syncopation is a fundamental rhythmic attitude of jazz and this movement is a celebration of that art. The melodic language is a home-grown concoction of commonality between traditional reels and hornpipes and the Baroque, Ragtime and the quartal concepts of Modern Jazz. 2. As the Wind Goes - the wistful late night song of a lullabye, a campfire song, a ballad...a spiritual. It is sung as if on the wind, yearning to experience once again that which will only ever again live as memory. 3. Jones’ Jig - the Irish Jig, the African 6/8 bell pattern, the shuffle rhythm of jazz and the drum style of Elvin Jones all play around with the relationship of 3 in the time-space of 2. The juxtaposition, negotiation and reconciliation of these opposing rhythmic perspectives create interesting musical relationships all over the globe. 4. Nicola’s Strathspey - In the traditional Strathspey, improvised embellishments, syncopated dotted rhythms and the use of space between notes create expectation, momentum and surprise. These same elements and their effect on the listener are the same in the blues. It seems like a natural marriage. 5. Bye Bye Breakdown - This is good ol’, Saturday night barn dance, hoedown fiddling. It revels in the whining cry of open double stops, in all types of musical onomatopoeia from train sounds to animal calls to country whistling, and in the steady 2/4 rhythm that is as basic as walking. The harmonic framework of several popular fiddle and folk tunes provide a practical grid for the cutting of challenging melodic and rhythmic figures. It is designed to tire fiddler and dancers out. Then we stomp our way home in varying states of delight and disrepair.Solo Violin Duration: 24' Composed: 2018 Published by: Wynton Marsalis (administered by Skayne's Music).

Concert Band

SKU: PE.EP68748

Score. Composed by Shawn E. Okpebholo. Edition Peters. Contemporary. Score. 36 pages. Edition Peters #98-EP68748. Published by Edition Peters (PE.EP68748).

ISBN 9790300762289.

S hawn Okpebholo's Heritage, in the Edition Peters Concert Band Series, evokes moods, events and sounds (including West African drumming and indigenous melodies) from an ethnomusicological research visit the composer undertook to Nigeria. One of the primary musical themes of the work is an adaptation of a song that comes from the Esan people, a small ethnic group in the southern part of Nigeria and the tribe to which the composer has deep historical and family ties.

The Esan language is poetic in nature and, at various moments in the work, the musicians chant the text from an Esan song:

Ekine leleyea do obhimen la doeki nalo.

(My investment in you is paid off. Because of your hard work, your future is bright)

Heritage< /em> is a revised version of a work previously entitled This is Africa, which was commissioned by Professor Marcellus Brown and the Boise State University Symphonic Winds for the 2011 National CBDNA Convention and is dedicated to the memory of Dr Harry Begian.

Orchestrati on:

1 Piccolo, 2 Flute 1, 2 Flute 2, 1 Oboe 1, 1 Oboe 2, 1 Clarinet in E-flat, 3 Clarinet 1 in B-flat, 3 Clarinet 2 in B-flat, 3 Clarinet 3 in B-flat, 2 Bass Clarinet 1 and 2, 1 Bassoon 1, 1 Bassoon 2, 1 Alto Saxophone 1, 1 Alto Saxophone 2, 1 Tenor Saxophone, 1 Baritone Saxophone, 1 Trumpet 1 in B-flat, 1 Trumpet 2 in B-flat, 1 Trumpet 3 in B-flat, 1 Trumpet 4 in B-flat, 1 Horn 1 in F, 1 Horn 2 in F, 1 Horn 3 in F, 1 Horn 4 in F, 1 Trombone 1, 1 Trombone 2, 1 Bass Trombone, 1 Euphonium 1, 1 Euphonium 2, 2 Tuba 1 and 2, 1 String Bass, 1 Percussion 1, 1 Percussion 2, 1 Drum Kit, 1 Bongos, 1 Congas, 1 Horn 1 in E-flat, 1 Horn 2 in E-flat, 1 Horn 3 in E-flat, 1 Horn 4 in E-flat, 1 Trombone 1 (B-flat treble clef), 1 Trombone 2 (B-flat treble clef), 1 Bass Trombone (B-flat treble clef), 1 Euphonium 1 (B-flat treble clef), 1 Euphonium 2 (B-flat treble clef), 2 Tuba 1 and 2 (B-flat treble clef), 2 Tuba 1 and 2 (E-flat treb.

Grade 2.5

SKU: CL.032-3164-01

Composed by A. Clark. Jazz Ensemble. Audio recording available separately (items CL.991-2001-01 & CL.991-2001-02). Extra full score. Composed 2001. Duration 3 minutes, 50 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #032-3164-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.032-3164-01).

Feature your trombone section in this distinctive rock arrangement of the well known African folk song. High note in the 1st Trombone is F above the staff. Includes an open solo section for the soloists of your choice. Unique sound with lots of audience appeal!

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1094826-010

Arranged by Takashi Hoshide. New Sounds for Concert Band. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2009. De Haske Publications #DHP 1094826-010. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1094826-010).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.

After he had survived a heavy sea storm, John Newton (1725-1807), captain of a slave ship, became a priest and from then on he fought for the abolition of slavery. During his tenure he wrote several hymns, of which Amazing Grace certainly is the best known. The melody assumedly derives from a song by the African slaves. Takashi Hoshide has written a compelling arrangement of this beautiful melody.

Nachdem er einen heftigen Seesturm glücklich überlebt hatte, wurde John Newton (1725-1807), der bis dato Kapitän eines Sklavenschiffs gewesen war, Pfarrer und kämpfte fortan für die Abschaffung der Sklaverei. Während seiner Amtszeit schrieb er mehrere Kirchenlieder, von denen Amazing Grace sicherlich das bekannteste ist. Vermutlich stammt die Melodie von einem Lied der afrikanischen Sklaven. Takashi Hoshide schuf ein unwiderstehliches Arrangement für Blasorchester dieser schönen Melodie.

Après avoir survécu une violente tempête en mer, John Newton (1725-1807), marin de commerce et capitaine de navire négrier, devient pasteur et lutte pour l’abolition de l’esclavage. Durant son ministère, il écrivit plusieurs hymnes, dont l’intemporel Amazing Grace. Il est fort probable que l’air vienne d’une mélodie chantée par des esclaves africains. L’arrangement de Takashi Hoshide est purement irrésistible.

Dopo essere sopravissuto ad una violenta tempesta in mare, John Newton (1725-1807), capitano della propria nave e mercante di schiavi, divenne pastore e cominciò a battersi per l’abolizione della schiavitù. Scrisse diversi inni, il più celebre dei quali è Amazing Grace. L’aria è probabilmente ripresa da una melodia cantata dagli schiavi.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1094826-140

Arranged by Takashi Hoshide. New Sounds for Concert Band. Score Only. Composed 2009. 24 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1094826-140. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1094826-140).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.

After he had survived a heavy sea storm, John Newton (1725-1807), captain of a slave ship, became a priest and from then on he fought for the abolition of slavery. During his tenure he wrote several hymns, of which Amazing Grace certainly is the best known. The melody assumedly derives from a song by the African slaves. Takashi Hoshide has written a compelling arrangement of this beautiful melody.

Nachdem er einen heftigen Seesturm glücklich überlebt hatte, wurde John Newton (1725-1807), der bis dato Kapitän eines Sklavenschiffs gewesen war, Pfarrer und kämpfte fortan für die Abschaffung der Sklaverei. Während seiner Amtszeit schrieb er mehrere Kirchenlieder, von denen Amazing Grace sicherlich das bekannteste ist. Vermutlich stammt die Melodie von einem Lied der afrikanischen Sklaven. Takashi Hoshide schuf ein unwiderstehliches Arrangement für Blasorchester dieser schönen Melodie.

Après avoir survécu une violente tempête en mer, John Newton (1725-1807), marin de commerce et capitaine de navire négrier, devient pasteur et lutte pour l’abolition de l’esclavage. Durant son ministère, il écrivit plusieurs hymnes, dont l’intemporel Amazing Grace. Il est fort probable que l’air vienne d’une mélodie chantée par des esclaves africains. L’arrangement de Takashi Hoshide est purement irrésistible.

Dopo essere sopravissuto ad una violenta tempesta in mare, John Newton (1725-1807), capitano della propria nave e mercante di schiavi, divenne pastore e cominciò a battersi per l’abolizione della schiavitù. Scrisse diversi inni, il più celebre dei quali è Amazing Grace. L’aria è probabilmente ripresa da una melodia cantata dagli schiavi.

Orchestra - Grade 2-3

SKU: AP.49068S

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score. Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-49068S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49068S).

ISBN 9781470647834. UPC: 038081567051. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 3 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

String Thang by Mark Wood is based on the twelve-bar blues. The blues has deep roots in American history, developed out of the work songs and chants of African-American slaves. The Great Migration of the first half of the 20th century saw freed slaves and their descendants move to northern and eastern parts of the U.S., taking their music with them. The blues took on different forms; in turn it helped to create rock, jazz, hip-hop, and other popular genres. A twelve-bar blues uses a repeating chord progression which allows musicians to express themselves creatively with each recurrence. If anything defines the blues, it is the use of blue notes---pitches that don't usually belong in a given key---and elements of improvisation. String Thang uses both blue notes in the main tune and the solo violin's part, as well as improvisational principles in the solo. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (2:45)

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Orchestra - Grade 2-3

SKU: AP.49068

Composed by Mark Wood. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Mark Wood Series. Pop/Rock; Rock. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-49068. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49068).

ISBN 9781470647827. UPC: 038081567044. English.

This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 2 as well as a full set for grade 3 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles!

String Thang by Mark Wood is based on the twelve-bar blues. The blues has deep roots in American history, developed out of the work songs and chants of African-American slaves. The Great Migration of the first half of the 20th century saw freed slaves and their descendants move to northern and eastern parts of the U.S., taking their music with them. The blues took on different forms; in turn it helped to create rock, jazz, hip-hop, and other popular genres. A twelve-bar blues uses a repeating chord progression which allows musicians to express themselves creatively with each recurrence. If anything defines the blues, it is the use of blue notes---pitches that don't usually belong in a given key---and elements of improvisation. String Thang uses both blue notes in the main tune and the solo violin's part, as well as improvisational principles in the solo. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (2:45)

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Grade 3

SKU: CL.LDP-7167-01

American Folksong Suite No.1. Composed by La Plante. Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2003. Daehn Publications #LDP-7167-01. Published by Daehn Publications (CL.LDP-7167-01).

Early railroad songs, gold-rush tunes and African-American spirituals molded into an exuberant, spirited musical celebration! A masterpiece! Sure to become an important part of the concert band repertoire! Movements: I. Patrick on the Railway. II. Sweet Betsy, III. Little David, Play On!

Grade 3

SKU: CL.LDP-7167-00

American Folksong Suite No.1. Composed by La Plante. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2003. Daehn Publications #LDP-7167-00. Published by Daehn Publications (CL.LDP-7167-00).

Early railroad songs, gold-rush tunes and African-American spirituals molded into an exuberant, spirited musical celebration! A masterpiece! Sure to become an important part of the concert band repertoire! Movements: I. Patrick on the Railway. II. Sweet Betsy, III. Little David, Play On!

Guitar

SKU: M7.VOGG-343

Composed by Jeremy Sash. Sheet music with CD. 136 pages. Voggenreiter #VOGG 343. Published by Voggenreiter (M7.VOGG-343).

ISBN 9783802403439. English.

The goal of this book is to promote rhythmically and harmonically challenging phrases and licks in order to give you an authentic inside view on seven selected styles. Live or in a recording session: playing rhythm is the guitarists main duty. This makes it even harder to understand why most guitarists rhythm work (frankly) sounds rather unrehearsed and colorless.Especially since working with drum machines and samplers has become a vital part of musical performance, a good sense of rhythm and some cool licks may just be your 'key to success'.

Violin - Grade 3

SKU: AP.50642

Composed by Mark Wood. Sheet; Solo. Mark Wood Series. Rock. Score. 6 pages. Alfred Music #00-50642. Published by Alfred Music (AP.50642).

ISBN 9781470652517. UPC: 038081574967. English.

String Thang by Mark Wood is based on the twelve-bar blues. The blues has deep roots in American history, developed out of the work songs and chants of African-American slaves. The Great Migration of the first half of the 20th century saw freed slaves and their descendants move to northern and eastern parts of the U.S., taking their music with them. The blues took on different forms; in turn it helped to create rock, jazz, hip-hop, and other popular genres. A twelve-bar blues uses a repeating chord progression which allows musicians to express themselves creatively with each recurrence. If anything defines the blues, it is the use of blue notes---pitches that don't usually belong in a given key---and elements of improvisation.