Tanabata. Par SAKAI ITARU. In Japan, July the 7th is a holiday known as Tanabata, for which large celebrations are held throughout the country. The holiday is based on a legend about a young man and a young woman who are separated by the Milky Way and can only see each other once a year on this night. The Seventh Night of July is Itaru Sakai’s musical interpretation of this romantic legend. The alto saxophone and euphonium solos during the middle movement represent the two main themes from the legend. / Niveau : 5 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This spirited new Christmas medley from the pen of James L. Hosay will be a delight for all as the crown jewel of your holiday performance. The unmistakable sounds of the Emerald Isle are artfully portrayed here by one of the finest band composers of modern times. A thrilling opening with the rhythmic counterpoint of a 6/8 against 3/4 effect introduces this festive holiday rhapsody of popular European Christmas carols in traditional Celtic settings. A CELTIC CHRISTMAS includes six of the classic melodies which bring the holidays alive for millions, including I SAW THREE SHIPS, AWAY IN A MANGER, HERE WE COME A WASSAILING, and others. This setting goes well beyond the usualholiday medley. You?ll find Gaelic gold when you unwrap this sparkling musical gift with your band this year ! / Niveau : 3 / Pièce de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par BULLA STEPHEN. Fresh and creative arranging are hallmarks of Stephen Bulla’s work. You’re certain to appreciate his compositional skills as your band prepares A HOLLY JOLLY HOLIDAY for this year’s winter concert. Lots of variety in the percussion section makes this piece glisten with holiday fun. The ingenious intertwining of Jolly Old St. Nick, The Holly and the Ivy, and some other well known carols is full of surprises. If you seek something imaginative and different for this year, here it is ! / Niveau : 2.5 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. Add some spicy Latin excitement to your holiday concert this year! James Hosay's setting of four yuletide favorites is almost too hot to handle. Up on A Housetop, Good King Wenceslas, Jolly Old St Nicholas and Jingle Bells combine to make a rhythmically complex, playful, and unique new holiday number. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Bring variety to your holiday concerts with this setting that can be used year-after-year with different smaller ensembles. Suitable for both middle school and high school performances and presented in a multipurpose format you can choose to perform with brass or woodwind choirs. (5:30) / Concert Band

Par CURNOW JAMES. James Curnow offers this sparkling trumpet solo feature filled with the glorious sounds of Christmas. Original melodies and familiar carols intertwine to create a fresh and charming alternative to the standard holiday fare. Remniscent of Anderson's Trumpeter's Lullaby, this is a classy arrangement you'll use for years to come! / Niveau : 2 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band

Contest March. Par SPARKE PHILIP. Philip Sparke wrote this march for the famous brass band contest held ever year on Whit Friday in Oldham and Saddleworth. Given the competition’s long history (over 120 years), he consciously composed this piece in a very traditional march form. The title, The Conqueror, refers to Alexander the Great’s nickname as well as being something every band aspires to be! / Niveau : 4 / Marche de concert / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

(I do it for you). The 1991 pop hit by Bryan Adams makes a spectacular band feature with its rich harmonies and expansive melodies. Ideal for Valentine's Day concerts, graduation or a special dedication any time of the year! / Niveau : 2 / Pop and rock / Recueil / Concert Band ou Harmonie ou Fanfare

Par BUCKLEY ROBERT. December was inspired by the holiday season in Canada. It reflects the sounds, the sights, and the moods of that magical time of year. December starts off joyfully with a playful theme of celebration. This leads into an icy, reverent, winter solstice theme. Then there is a further development of the original joyful theme and a jubilant build to the finish. December can be performed with or without the optional choir part. A wonderful addition to any holiday concert. / Niveau : 3 / Date parution : 1905-07-01/ Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par CURNOW JAMES. Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard, Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in music education, where he led by example each and every day. A scintillating opener! The joyful spirit will light up your concert hall like fireworks as you set your next performance in motion with James Curnow’s striking new piece titled Tempus Fugit. Brass fanfares, Woodwind flourishes, and Percussive flamboyance commence as the house lights go down and the curtains part. Artistic variation is the hallmark of this enthusiastic work and many delights are in store foryour group as you carefully rehearse this outstanding new piece. Carpe diem! / Niveau : 4 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie