Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48044S

Composed by Tanner Otto. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:10. Belwin Music #00-48044S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48044S).

ISBN 9781470658779. UPC: 038081550824. English.

Students will love playing The Ascent by Tanner Otto for its upbeat, driving rhythms and beautiful melodies. This piece begins with a triumphant ostinato pattern that reappears throughout the work. The animated main theme leads to a cold and tense middle section before building back into familiar melody. This piece is perfect for working on the A minor and C major finger pattern and staccato bowing. (2:10) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 4

SKU: AP.41225S

Movement 1. Composed by Felix Bartholdy Mendelssohn. Arranged by Kirk Moss. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 48 pages. Belwin Music #00-41225S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41225S).

UPC: 038081478876. English.

A slow and somber Grave introduction leads to a light-hearted Allegro, presenting an ideal piece to teach sonata form to your students. The clearly marked bowings and artist-level fingerings will save precious rehearsal minutes and contribute to a professional sound. This arrangement re-scores the first movement of Sinfonia No. 9 from six voices, requiring two separate viola parts, to the traditional five-voice string orchestra. Consistent with selected professional performances of the work, the first of two recapitulations has been seamlessly omitted to create a more balanced form, eliminate redundancies akin to counterpoint exercises, and showcase the young composer's emerging creativity by emphasizing his striking use of the key of A-major before reaffirming the home key. The elimination of a repeat reduces the duration to 8:30. (11:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 1

SKU: AP.24992S

Composed by Bob Phillips. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Very Beginning String Orchestra. Score. 8 pages. Belwin Music #00-24992S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.24992S).

UPC: 038081278834. English.

Cast a spell up and down the fingerboard as fingers add and subtract. A strong string march rhythm provides structure and drive as young players practice beginning finger patterns! March of the Mathemagicians can be played by first year players who have mastered the D Major scale and all notes are in first position with no high 3s or forward extensions. With the exception of a few notes on the G in the basses, all sections use only the D and A strings. Each section has the opportunity to play the very easy melody. This catchy, toe-tapping tune is readily accessible for first year players and will be a highlight of any concert.

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48183S

Composed by Patrick Roszell. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Form: Chorale. Score. 16 pages. Duration 3:00. Belwin Music #00-48183S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48183S).

UPC: 038081556543. English.

An original and serene lyrical selection inspired by a beach sunrise, this work is accessible to young and developing players yet not very demanding on the flute section. Sit back and enjoy the musically refreshing sounds. Charming! (3:00) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.47437

Composed by Michael Hopkins. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Score and Part(s). 144 pages. Belwin Music #00-47437. Published by Belwin Music (AP.47437).

UPC: 038081544700. English.

This energetic and beautiful original work is a lively 2/4 meter piece set in the keys of G major and E minor. All sections pass around the melody while energetic rhythms highlight the countermelody and accompaniment parts. This great festival or concert closer will make your orchestra sound rich and mature.

Concert Band - Grade 0.5

SKU: AP.30738S

Composed by Victor Lopez. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Very Beginning Band. Christmas; Novelty; Winter. Score. 16 pages. Belwin Music #00-30738S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.30738S).

UPC: 038081351629. English.

Even though it's not about the holiday, Christmas Crabs is inspired by the annual migration of literally millions of crabs on Christmas Island in Australia. There's a nod to a holiday favorite but most of the piece musically depicts the awkward movement of these exoskeletal creatures. A creative work for your first-year students! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.43099S

Composed by Douglas E. Wagner. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Form: Ballade. Score. 16 pages. Duration 2:45. Belwin Music #00-43099S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.43099S).

UPC: 038081504421. English.

Inspired by the poet, Joseph Addison, who's words tell us that the Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for, the latter oft times being the most difficult to bring to fruition. Establishing four-bar phrasing and developing sensitivity to balance, this work makes an excellent introduction to ballad-style playing for developing bands. (2:45).

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.41199S

Composed by Franz von Suppe. Arranged by Ralph Ford. MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 12 pages. Belwin Music #00-41199S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.41199S).

UPC: 038081465746. English.

Perfect as a concert opener, closer, or show piece, this lovely example of Viennese opera is now available, for the first time, in a form accessible for the student musician. Many opportunities to work on articulations, slurs, and phrasing are provided. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.47416S

Composed by Ralph Ford. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Band. Score. 20 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-47416S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.47416S).

UPC: 038081547725. English.

A musical depiction of an exciting rafting ride located in the beautiful state of Oregon, this compelling and dynamic piece can serve as an energizing opener or a punctuating closer for any program. Premiered at the American Bandmasters Association Convention in Reno, Nevada, it's a powerful addition to the band repertoire! (2:00) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: AP.43129S

Composed by Justin Williams. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Band. Form: Overture. Light Concert. Score. 36 pages. Duration 4:45. Belwin Music #00-43129S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.43129S).

UPC: 038081504582. English.

Film scores are such an integral part of any contemporary movie. This original work is the film score you need to accompany your own personally imagined movie. In just over four minutes, you'll be able to escape to your own script. Filled with dramatic themes and emotional melodies with a grand conclusion, you're free to explore your own imagination. The moods span from brooding and reflective to intense and exciting! (4:45).

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.42140S

Composed by Michael Story. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Form: Overture. Programmatic. Score. 20 pages. Belwin Music #00-42140S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.42140S).

UPC: 038081481142. English.

Based loosely on The Castle of the Carpathians, an 1893 novel by well-known French author Jules Verne, this overture tells the story of a mysterious castle in the Carpathian Mountains in Transylvania. Opening with a broad fanfare-like statement, the overture incorporates flowing melodies building to a dramatic conclusion (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.48162

Composed by Michael Story. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Score and Part(s). 140 pages. Duration 2:00. Belwin Music #00-48162. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48162).

UPC: 038081555140. English.

This perilous island just off the coast of Brazil is infested with so many deadly reptiles that humans are prohibited. An ominous introduction leads to a rhythmic musical exploration completely surrounded by water and camouflaged snakes that make their presence known. Slitheringly fun! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.47383S

Composed by Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by Doug Adams. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 20 pages. Duration 3:00. Belwin Music #00-47383S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.47383S).

UPC: 038081548067. English.

Romantic and nationalistic Czech composer Antonín Dvorák's Symphony No. 9 was influenced by his research on the tonality and rhythms of Native-American and African-American music. Introduce this master composer to your beginners with the selected themes, which omit technical obstacles yet provide teaching opportunities for dynamic shading and contouring as well as diverse articulations. Bravo!

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.45829S

Composed by Leopold Mozart. Arranged by Jan Farrar-Royce. Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Baroque; Christmas; Classical; Masterwork Arrangement; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 2:35. Belwin Music #00-45829S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45829S).

UPC: 038081523347. English.

Although the structure, notes, and dynamics are written by Leopold Mozart, arranger Jan Farrar-Royce takes the liberty of distributing the main themes among the sections of the string ensemble so that every player can enjoy being the horses who are trotting along, the rising and falling winter winds, and the passengers enjoying their ride. (2:35).

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: AP.42201

('Ahinahina o Maui). Composed by Carl Strommen. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Band. Score and Part(s). 202 pages. Belwin Music #00-42201. Published by Belwin Music (AP.42201).

UPC: 038081486000. English.

Inspired by the silversword plant, 'Ahinahina, that grows exclusively on Maui's dormant volcano, this composition depicts the majesty of the beautiful landscapes with a charming, quiet melody. It then develops into a whimsical jig-like statement and builds to a dramatic conclusion. (4:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2

SKU: AP.38404S

Composed by George Frideric Handel. Arranged by Bob Cerulli. Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 8 pages. Belwin Music #00-38404S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.38404S).

UPC: 038081437354. English.

Beautiful, and a bowing study, all in one! The slow tempo allows the performer to listen to the intonation while focusing on bow control. A perfect piece for contest or festival.

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48179

Arranged by Douglas E. Wagner. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Folk; Traditional. Score and Part(s). 124 pages. Duration 3:00. Belwin Music #00-48179. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48179).

UPC: 038081554570. English. Traditional Irish Folk Song.

Based on the Celtic music of Ireland and Scotland, often modal in tonality and simply stated melodically, this piece presents a richly woven tapestry of local culture, history, folklore, and deeply personal experiences. The free-flowing, lyrical melodic style of this well-known Irish tune enhances dynamic balance, breath support, phrasing, and stylistic nuances. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.48051S

Composed by Gary Fagan. MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Fall; Halloween. Score. 16 pages. Belwin Music #00-48051S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48051S).

UPC: 038081558608. English.

Poe: Tales of the Macabre is a mysterious and creative original work by Gary Fagan inspired by several poems and short stories by Edgar Allan Poe. Interesting and angular harmonies and a driving rhythmic structure make this piece an excellent teaching resource as well as one your students will enjoy performing. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Orchestra - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.45831S

Composed by Michael Hopkins. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Score. 20 pages. Duration 4:20. Belwin Music #00-45831S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45831S).

UPC: 038081523385. English.

Secret World is a high-energy, rhythmic work in E minor---with a mysterious theme---featuring a syncopated motive that will delight players. Chromatic harmonies give students opportunities to develop their intonation. This original work by Michael Hopkins combines the use of slow and fast bow strokes to help students learn to control the speed of the bow, and features a variety of dynamic contrasts. All sections of the orchestra have challenging and interesting parts. (4:20).

Concert Band - Grade 4

SKU: AP.BD9560

Composed by Carl Strommen. Concert Band. Belwin Symphonic Band. Score and Part(s). 224 pages. Duration 4:33. Belwin Music #00-BD9560. Published by Belwin Music (AP.BD9560).

UPC: 029156167689. English.

Picture a lake before sunrise. With Dawn, the myriad varieties of life in and about the lake slowly awaken and, in the heat of the day, skip and skate across the water as if in a frantic ballet. Thus WATERDANCE begins and continues until it experiences Evening. Here is a beautifully crafted composition that brings us into the rhythms of life, the patterns of nature and an uplifting portrayal in sound. Stunning! (4:33).

Orchestra - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.BSO00107C

Composed by Robert Washburn. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Intermediate String Orchestra. Multicultural. Score. 12 pages. Belwin Music #00-BSO00107C. Published by Belwin Music (AP.BSO00107C).

UPC: 029156097801. English.

A suite of three Irish pieces at a moderately easy level. Irish Hornpipie, Air, and Irish Jig, woven together, make a very good concert piece. Highlight any concert with this smiler.

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.48186S

Composed by Benjamin Hanby (1833-1867). Arranged by Michael Kamuf. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Christmas; Sacred; Winter. Score. 20 pages. Duration 2:30. Belwin Music #00-48186S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.48186S).

ISBN 9781470654214. UPC: 038081556932. English.

Watch out! The Big Guy is hungry, and he wants Jambalaya! This reworking of the famous holiday carol incorporates jazz harmonies and a New Orleans inspired Second Line feel combining to create a fun and memorable holiday selection that your students and audiences will love! Let the good times roll! (2:30) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.45772

Arranged by Patrick Roszell. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Christmas; Rock; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Score and Part(s). 132 pages. Duration 1:45. Belwin Music #00-45772. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45772).

UPC: 038081523095. English. Traditional.

Boldly ring in the season with this fresh treatment of a holiday favorite. Easy to prepare with rhythms and notes learned in the first year. Hang the stockings and rock out with St. Nick! (1:45).

Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.BDM05039C

Composed by Traditional. Arranged by Michael Story. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Christmas; Secular; Traditional; Winter. Score. 12 pages. Duration 1:40. Belwin Music #00-BDM05039C. Published by Belwin Music (AP.BDM05039C).

UPC: 654979094340. English. Traditional.

Based on the traditional carol, O Christmas Tree, this novel holiday arrangement is one that only style-master Mike Story is capable of. Make it a happening holiday concert with Yo Christmas Tree! Scored for your beginners and the young at heart. (1:40).

Orchestra - Grade 3

SKU: AP.47453S

Composed by Jean Sibelius. Arranged by Kirk Moss. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles; String Orchestra. Belwin Concert String Orchestra. Masterwork Arrangement. Score. 12 pages. Belwin Music #00-47453S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.47453S).

UPC: 038081547589. English.

This arrangement for strings with optional timpani captures the drive and triumphant spirit of the original work but at an accessible level. In its original keys, this great selection for any concert is especially well suited for festivals or contests.

Jazz Ensemble - Grade 3

SKU: AP.JE9703

Composed by Buddy Johnson. Arranged by Dave Wolpe. Jazz Ensemble; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Jazz Band Series. Jazz; Pop. Score and Part(s). 92 pages. Duration 4:22. Belwin Music #00-JE9703. Published by Belwin Music (AP.JE9703).

UPC: 029156273748. English.

This sultry, bluesy ballad gets the Dave Wolpe treatment. Dave has written a chart that features your best alto sax player. This version of an ever-popular tune is smooth from start to finish. Great chord changes! (duration 4:22).