Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4119-75

Composed by Neeck. Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR375). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 33 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4119-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4119-75).

Sands of the Sahara paints a breathtaking and dramatic picture of the desolation, intrigue, culture, and storied history of the north Africa landscape. At the start, special percussion effects mimic the sounds of the wind, while a mysterious, faraway flute melody calls to mind an oasis in the desert. Abruptly, a bold theme is introduced by the full band, and leads to the driving rhythms and exotic themes that further propel and sustain the rest of the piece. Concluding, the introduction is briefly restated, and the piece ends in a stunning tour-de-force of color and intensity. Perfect for concert or contest, Sands of the Sahara will showcase your entire band with excitement and enthusiasm.

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4119-01

Composed by Neeck. Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR375). Extra full score. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 33 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4119-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4119-01).

Sands of the Sahara paints a breathtaking and dramatic picture of the desolation, intrigue, culture, and storied history of the north Africa landscape. At the start, special percussion effects mimic the sounds of the wind, while a mysterious, faraway flute melody calls to mind an oasis in the desert. Abruptly, a bold theme is introduced by the full band, and leads to the driving rhythms and exotic themes that further propel and sustain the rest of the piece. Concluding, the introduction is briefly restated, and the piece ends in a stunning tour-de-force of color and intensity. Perfect for concert or contest, Sands of the Sahara will showcase your entire band with excitement and enthusiasm.

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4171-01

Composed by Neeck. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR379). Extra full score. Composed 2013. Duration 2 minutes, 51 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4171-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4171-01).

Imagine an oasis in the desert. Far in the distance a caravan is sighted. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation, the quiet desert becoming louder and more animated as the large caravan approaches and passes. This scene is musically depicted in Larry Neeck’s Desert Caravan, which provides numerous opportunities for your band to work with melody, dynamics, and drama. Transport your audience to a faraway place, as the sounds of the camels and their herdsman slowly die away, and the caravan fades into the distance. A delightful musical journey!

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.

By Larry Neeck. For concert band. Concert Band series. Grade 3. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 33 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse