Arr. Ritsu Ono. Par MORRICONE ENNIO. Ennio Morricone a écrit plus de cinq cents musiques de films ou de télévision et est l’un des compositeurs les plus célèbres du monde. L’arrangeur japonais Ritsu Ono a regroupé des chansons plus ou moins populaires de cet illustre compositeur italien : Nuovo Cinema Paradiso, The Crisis, Playing Love, Danny’s Blues et le 1900s Theme. Un « must » pour chaque fan de Morricone. / Niveau : 4 / TV, Film, Comédie musicale / Date parution : 1905-07-09/ Recueil / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par SHELTON MELVIN L.. Shifting harmonies in the stately but exciting opening introduce a lovely lyric theme. A gorgeous 8-measure Alto Sax solo (cued Tpt. ) brings in a second, extended lyric theme which gradually develops beautiful counterpoint reminiscent of a Romantic serenade. Melvin Shelton’s sensitive scoring makes this excellent concert and contest offering both accessible and worthwhile. OVERTURE JUBILOSO allows the band to experience the thrill of playing in a lyric, even orchestral, style. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par TOMS GRAYDON A.. EEEEEEEK! It’s a whimsical excursion into the realm of the mechanical mice! It’s a rodent round-up! It’s a veritable vortex of vagabond voles! Are we to be vexed by vociferous vermin? Let’s find out while we have some fun!Your young band will love playing this one, as well as using their instruments in a creative but non-standard way. The effect of the little clicking critters can be quite amazing. Whoa! Here comes the CAT! Beware, though, because you know your band will want to play it again and again. Graydon Toms has composed some great music for young bands in the past, and this new one is sure to please the entire audience as well as the musicians. You’ve found a greatnew tune for your young band! CongRATulations! / Niveau : 2 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Fantasy for Band. Par BULLA STEPHEN. One can only imagine what it might be like if the animals ran the zoo! This and other questions will be considered in this programmatic original work for band, incorporating all manner of animal and jungle noises. Young bands students will love the opportunity to use some of those carefully rehearsed vocal monkey and bird sounds they’ve been diligently working on for years. You can almost see an imaginary sci-fi movie as the music progresses. Your band will have an elephant good time playing this one! Don’t miss out! / Niveau : 2 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par BALAZS ARPAD. With its energetic impetus and imposing instrumentation, Concertino is certainly outstanding in the oeuvre of Árpád Balázs. Among his compositions for concert band, it is by far the most engaging and exacting work. Passing away and a will to live are simultaneously present in Concertino, which Árpád Balázs composed in memory of his beloved father. Its structure brings Liszt's Hungarian Rhapsodies to mind: its solemn opening, which returns at the end,is followed by a slow and a fast movement. The funereal music of the slow movement evolves from a motif of Bach's St. Matthew Passion with enormous intensification equal to the lament in Grieg's Peer Gynt. It is difficult to imagine a dramatic incandescence with a higher degree of heat. The heartbeat-imitating timpani features significantly at the beginning and the end of the funereal music. The fast movement represents resolution, resignation and regainedgaiety. This part, pulsating like a waltz and echoing the modulation technique of Richard Strauss, is followed by the solemn return of the opening chords.Whether playing or listenting to this tremendously soul-stirring music, you will all encounter a dramatic experience./ Répertoire / Concert Band

Par BULLA STEPHEN. The relaxed, familiar melody coupled with interesting and accessible parts throughout the ensemble make this one perfect for the 'light concert or Latin' segment of your next concert. Consider having your students listen to Copland's 'El Salon Mexico' after playing LAREDO. Stephen Bulla's engaging percussion writing combined with authentic harmonies make this one a delight for everyone in the audience. And of course, your band will love to play it!! / Niveau : 1 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This one ROCKS! An infectious funky blues-rock tune, CYBERSPACE BLUES is a chart your band will want to play again and again. James L. Hosay's outstanding percussion writing and jazzy harmonies put this one in the groove. Built in are enough phrasing and articulation considerations, dynamics and ensemble style playing to make it a wonderfully educational experience as well as lots of fun. And you KNOW the audience will love it! Hit 'em where they live! Put CYBERSPACE BLUES on your next concert. / Niveau : 1.5 / Musique légère originale / Répertoire / Concert Band

'Canticulum' (Latin for 'Little Song') is a lovely and well-crafted lyrical piece for young bands. Numerous opportunities present themselves for teaching musicianship through phrase shaping and rubato playing, as well as tension and release points. A beautiful addition to any concert for first- or second-year bands. (3:10) / Concert Band

Par COURT DOUGLAS. A wonderful modern treatment of the ages old favorite We Wish You a Merry Christmas ! This creative arrangement serves equally well as an opener for your Christmas Concert as it will in the traditional closer position that the grand old carol has so long held. Be sure to hear the demo CD on this one. We think you’ll be both surprised and delighted. Without question, your students will enjoy playing Good Tidings at Christmas and the audience will Love it! Original! / Niveau : 2.5 / Musique pour célébration / Répertoire / Concert Band

Par JOHNSON TIMOTHY. This light and fanciful arrangement will bring a sparkle to your holiday performance! The skillful use of variation and counterpoint will surely catch your students’ imagination as they practice their parts and prepare for the performance. Considerations such as staccato playing and dynamic contrasts make this a great teaching tool as well as an enjoyable and entertaining excursion up to the rooftop. Every section has something fun to play so the students, as well as their parents and friends, will love it. Imaginative! / Niveau : 1.5 / Répertoire / Concert Band