Band concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS119

Composed by Peter Terry. Beginning Band (BPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+3+6+3+1+1 +2+2+12+2 pages. Carl Fischer Music #BPS119. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS119).

ISBN 9781491152058. UPC: 680160909551.

Badla nds occur throughout the world, and are represented by dramatic terrain created by sediment that is deposited in layers, then solidifies and  is eroded over millions of years. These processes leave stark, but beautiful structures in a harsh and alien landscape. Badlands� �opens with a first theme that depicts the stark emptiness of the badland terrain. This moves to a brooding, mysterious second theme followed by variations on this theme. A brief lyrical theme and a return to the second theme follow. The piece ends with a return of the first theme for a dramatic finish.
Badlands occur throughout the world, but many of the most striking are in Canada and the United States. This dramatic terrain is created by sediment that is deposited in layers, then solidifies and is eroded over millions of years. These processes leave stark, but beautiful structures in a harsh and alien landscape. The regions known as badlands are frequently difficult to impossible to navigate on foot and are often considered to be sacred lands by cultures that live in these regions. Badlands opens with a first theme that depicts the stark emptiness of the badland terrain. This moves to a brooding, mysterious second theme followed by variations on this theme. A brief lyrical theme and a return to the second theme follow. The piece ends with a return of the first theme for a dramatic finish.I enjoyed writing this piece and hope your students will enjoy playing these contrasting styles. Additionally, I hope that you will find the piece beneficial in teaching important musical concepts.Peter Terry, 2018.

Band concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS194

March. Composed by Harold Bennett. Arranged by Larry Clark. SWS FS. Carl Fischer Young Performance Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+4+4+2+2+5+2+2+4+4+4+6 +3+2+3+1+1+2+2+16 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 41 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YPS194. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS194).

ISBN 9781491147467. UPC: 680160904969. 9 x 12 inches. Key: C minor.

This is one of Harold Bennett's (pseudonym of Henry Fillmore) lesser-known marches, but that is no indication of its quality. It is a 6/8 march in standard march form but what is unique about this classic from the original Bennett Band Book is that it is one of the few Bennett marches that includes a break strain. This makes it a great introduction for younger students to prepare them to play the more challenging marches of Fillmore, Sousa, and others.

Concert Band (Score) - Level 1.5

SKU: HL.4007604

Composed by Richard L. Saucedo. Flex-Band Grade 1. Concert. Softcover. 16 pages. Duration 369 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4007604).

UPC: 196288070313. 9.0x12.0x0.025 inches.

Here's a flexible edition of Richard's popular Scorpion! scored for just four parts plus percussion. Written for second-year players, you can mix and match the parts to fit the needs of your ensemble.

Score and Parts Flex 4 (Concert Band, Fanfare Band & String Ensemble) (Score & Parts) - Grade 2

SKU: HL.4008541

Flex 4 Ensemble (Concertm Fanfare, String), Grade 2 3:00 Score an. Composed by Otto Schwarz. Symphonic Dimensions. Concert Band, Fanfare. Softcover. 22 pages. Duration 180 seconds. Hal Leonard #SDP18123302. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4008541).

ISBN 9798350110333. UPC: 196288179108.

†œFascination Fanfare”—â€� �� a hymn to passion, to fascination and to generations of music lovers! This dynamic fanfare is a rousing work full of catchy melodies and enthralling sounds. This opening work and the musical signature tune it contains were commissioned by the Austrian Brass Band Association (ÖBV) and will be heard, among other things, at public events as a musical calling card.

Score and Parts Concert Band (Score & Parts) - Grade 4

SKU: HL.4008501

Composed by Dakota Pederson. MusicWorks Grade 4. Concert, Dance. Softcover. 160 pages. Duration 270 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4008501).

UPC: 196288174387. 9.0x12.0x0.678 inches.

From the striking and somewhat sinister opening strains you'll know immediately that this is not just a normal “dance”! This energetic and rhythmic work features a driving pulse throughout, along with a sprinkling of dissonances and cluster chords to create a sense of tension and excitement. The dynamic percussion writing helps propel this creative piece from start to finish. Dur: ca. 4:30.

Band Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS262

Composed by Carl Strommen. Cps. Set of Score and Parts. 1+8+8+4+8+8+8+4+4+4+4+4+4 +8+8+8+4+4+4+4+6+6+6+6+4+ 8+1+1+2+2+28 pages. Duration 5:43. Carl Fischer Music #CPS262. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS262).

ISBN 9781491161401. UPC: 680160919994.

Carl Strommen, an alumnus of the Bellmore-Merrick CHSD, composed A Walk in the Park for Walter Avenllaneda's John F. Kennedy High School Band. This composition features dynamic brass and sweeping & energetic woodwind lines. Adhere to natural phrases for which the music of Carl Strommen is known, especially in the beginning and end of the piece, to achieve the full sustained chords that are written. Make sure to bring out the three- note motif as it is orchestrated throughout the piece even in the beginning. The fast sections should be vibrant, energetic and with exaggerated dynamics that follow the line shapes. The Waltz in the middle requires a complete change of style and adds a wonderful contrast to the energy of the piece. The transition out of the Waltz into the new tempo will take some time but is well worth the effort to pull it off. The energy returns until we get a wonderful dramatic and bold ending.
Carl Strommen, an alumnus of the Bellmore-Merrick CHSD, composed A Walk in the Park for Walter Avenllaneda’s John F. Kennedy High School Band.  This composition features dynamic brass and sweeping & energetic woodwind lines. Adhere to natural phrases for which the music of Carl Strommen is known, especially in the beginning and end of the piece, to achieve the full sustained chords that are written. Make sure to bring out the three- note motif as it is orchestrated throughout the piece even in the beginning. The fast sections should be vibrant, energetic and with exaggerated dynamics that follow the line shapes. The Waltz in the middle requires a complete change of style and adds a wonderful contrast to the energy of the piece. The transition out of the Waltz into the new tempo will take some time but is well worth the effort to pull it off. The energy returns until we get a wonderful dramatic and bold ending.

Concert band (P/ST)

SKU: HL.49023199

Suite 2. Composed by Engelbert Humperdinck. Arranged by Hans Felix Husadel. This edition: Folding. Sheet music. Edition Schott. Score and Parts. 112 pages. Duration 20'. Schott Music #BSS 36023-02. Published by Schott Music (HL.49023199).

ISBN 9790001142410.

Flot e I (Picc.), Flote II, Oboe I und II, Klarinette in B I,II,III, Klarinette in Es, Fagott I,II, Alt-Saxophon I,II, Tenor-Saxophon, Bariton-Saxophon, Horn in F und Es I,II,III,IV, Flugelhorn in B I,II, Trompete in B I,II, Trompete in B und Es III,IV, Tenorhorn in B I,II, Bariton, Posaune I,II,III, Tuba I,II, Pauken, Schlagzeug.

Band concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS124

Composed by Joseph Compello. Folio. Bps. Set of Score and Parts. 8+2+4+4+2+5+2+2+4+4+3+6+2 +3+1+1+2+1+12 pages. Duration 1:30. Carl Fischer Music #BPS124. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS124).

ISBN 9781491156148. UPC: 680160914685. 9 x 12 inches.

Personal Note My high school band director, Clarence F. Wroblewski, died on November 24, 2018. In the 1950s, he was a pioneer in the field of public school instrumental music in the Baltimore City. He was my mentor and my dear friend. It was his guidance and encouragement that set my young life's course on the path of music. Performance Notes The idea for this easy march is a parade with horses, hence the title Cadets' Cavalcade. It may be taught and performed in common time, but the feel is in 2 at the indicated tempo. Directors who wish to perform it a little faster or slower than 80 should feel free to do so. All cues are for endurance considerations. Bands that are capable of playing from beginning to end without rests may ignore the cues. When cymbals are just following the bass drum line, be certain that the player observes the proper balance.
Personal NoteMy high school band director, Clarence F. Wroblewski, died on November 24, 2018. In the 1950s, he was a pioneer in the field of public school instrumental music in the Baltimore City. He was my mentor and my dear friend. It was his guidance and encouragement that set my young life's course on the path of music.Performance NotesThe idea for this easy march is a parade with horses, hence the title Cadets' Cavalcade. It may be taught and performed in common time, but the feel is in 2 at the indicated tempo. Directors who wish to perform it a little faster or slower than 80 should feel free to do so. All cues are for endurance considerations. Bands that are capable of playing from beginning to end without rests may ignore the cues. When cymbals are just following the bass drum line, be certain that the player observes the proper balance.

Concert band (P/ST)

SKU: HL.49023198

Suite 1. Composed by Engelbert Humperdinck. Arranged by Hans Felix Husadel. Sheet music. Edition Schott. Score and Parts. 98 pages. Schott Music #BSS 36023-01. Published by Schott Music (HL.49023198).

ISBN 9790001141369.

Flot e I (Picc.), Flote II, Oboe I und II, Klarinette in B I,II,III, Klarinette in Es, Fagott I,II, Alt-Saxophon I,II, Tenor-Saxophon, Bariton-Saxophon, Horn in F und Es I,II,III,IV, Flugelhorn in B I,II, Trompete in B I,II, Trompete in B und Es III,IV, Tenorhorn in B I,II, Bariton, Posaune I,II,III, Tuba I,II, Pauken, Schlagzeug.

Concert bands (SCHW ST)

SKU: HL.49028519

Composed by Karl Komzak. Arranged by Max Villinger. This edition: Folding. Sheet music. Edition Schott. Set of Parts. Op. 136. 24 pages. Duration 6' 30''. Schott Music #CRZ 522-51. Published by Schott Music (HL.49028519).

ISBN 9790204001408.

Concert bands

SKU: HL.49002199

Composed by Kurt Rehfeld. This edition: Folding. Sheet music. Edition Schott. Classical. Set of Parts. 130 pages. Schott Music #CRZ 554. Published by Schott Music (HL.49002199).

ISBN 9790204001446.

Band concert band - Grade 0.5

SKU: CF.PPS51

March. Composed by Larry Clark. Primer Band (PPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+2+3+2+6+3 +1+1+2+2+12+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 8 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #PPS51. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.PPS51).

ISBN 9781491151952. UPC: 680160909452.

The march style is important to the heritage of the modern concert band. Why not get beginners off to a great start by teaching them this essential band style as early as possible? Achieve u ses only the first six notes of the Bb-major scale and utilizes two repeated eighth notes as the most difficult rhythm. It is written in traditional march form and style, but without modulation in the trio.
The march style is important to the heritage of the modern concert band, and it is my opinion that even the youngest of students should be taught the march style and form as early as possible. This march sets out to give these students that opportunity. It uses only the first six notes of the Bb-major scale, and the most difficult rhythm is two repeated eighth notes. Yet it has all of the traditional march form and style. The form of this easy march is the traditional intro, first strain, second strain and trio. The only difference from more challenge marches is that the key does not change to the subdominant at the trio. Most everything else is the same as you would find in the American marches of Sousa, Fillmore or King.The march begins forte with a quote from the end of the second strain, something that is common in many marches. This is followed by the first strain at a softer dynamic level. Additional voices are added on the repeat for variety. The second strain has tradition changes in dynamics, first starting out loud, then getting soft with crescendos to the end of the strain. The trio following again in typical fashion with the first time being very soft and legato. There are some suggestions for changing the orchestration, but you can use your creativity to tailor the instrumentation to your musical taste. The repeat of the trio should then be back to a more marcato march style. This should start with the last note of the first ending in m. 70. The march then ends with the traditional stinger.It is my opinion that in marches with this form that the repeats should not be eliminated. By doing so, it changes the form and makes the march lopsided, with the first half of the marching being too short compared to the trio section.It has been my pleasure to have the opportunity to write this piece. I hope you and your students enjoy it and find it useful for your program.—Larry ClarkLakeland, FL 2018.

Band concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS112

March. Composed by Joseph Compello. Beginning Band (BPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+3+6+3+1+1 +2+1+12+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 6 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #BPS112. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS112).

ISBN 9781491151983. UPC: 680160909483.

Josep h Compello's Best Friends Forever derives its title from the phrase popularized in social media and frequently texted with the acronym BFF. This is a strong and tuneful march in standard form for beginning bands. The composer draws on his many years of teaching to provide a well-written march that will make students sound great!.
Best Friends Forever derives its title from the phrase popularized in social media and frequently texted with the acronym BFF. As it pertains to this piece, Best Friends Forever refers to the two melodies first heard simultaneously at m. 5 after the repeat. Notice that Flutes, Clarinets and Bells play only the second time through at m. 5. Stylistically the entire piece should have the feel of a little march with an easy gait. In addition to gaining experience in independent part playing, young players will also learn the importance of balance by listening to what other sections of the band are playing.

Band concert band - Grade 5

SKU: CF.SPS51

Composed by Brant Karrick. SWS FS. Symphonic Performance Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 16+16+4+4+16+16+16+8+4+4+ 4+4+16+8+8+12+12+12+16+16 +12+12+12+8+12+16+12+3+30 +21+36 pages. Duration 6 minutes, 8 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SPS51. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SPS51).

ISBN 9780825888519. UPC: 798408088514. 9x12 inches.

Quirks†”a word defined as a sudden sharp turn or an unpredictable peculiarity of behavior or action—demonstrate s the capricious nature of the title in its musical character. The music vacillates between fast and slow, happy and sad, extroverted and introverted, and just never goes where you expect. There is plenty of interplay between winds and percussion as the four and three notes of the main motive are tossed about the many instrumental colors. This is a tour-de-force, destined to become a band standard for more advanced bands. You must give this a careful listen.

Concert band

SKU: M7.AV-6084-51

March. Composed by Alfred Hause. Arranged by Hans Joachim Rhinow. This edition: Folding. Sheet music. Set of parts. 24 pages. Duration 3'. MDS (Music Distribution Services) #AV 6084-51. Published by MDS (Music Distribution Services) (M7.AV-6084-51).

ISBN 9790203919087.

Concert Band - Grade 3

SKU: AP.BD9605C

Composed by Douglas E. Wagner. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Band. Score. 24 pages. Belwin Music #00-BD9605C. Published by Belwin Music (AP.BD9605C).

UPC: 029156196122. English.

One of London's top tourist attractions is the magnificent Tower of London, parts of which date back nine centuries. From a nearby hill echoes the themes of the Tower, from a time when it was a bustling community of nearly a thousand people within its walls back to the days when it was home to kings, queens, pomp and ceremony. Bold, dramatic, and rich in textures. (duration 4:08).

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Cabasa, China Cymbal, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Congas, Cowbell, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Glockenspiel, Gong, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Maracas, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum and more. - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FPS151

Composed by Tyler Arcari. First Plus Band (FPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+4+4+2+5+2+2+4+4+4+6+3 +1+1+3+6+12+2 pages. Duration 1 minute, 36 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #FPS151. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FPS151).

ISBN 9781491152119. UPC: 680160909612.

Every one remembers the first time that they saw a snake. Though fascinating to some and terrifying to others, few animals are as universally mesmerizing. Composer Tyler Arcari has crafted a very fun piece making use of auxiliary percussion instruments to emulate a snake's hiss or ominous rattle. With very strong and interesting melodic material, and scored to make a developing band sound great, this piece is sure to be a favorite among students.
Everyone remembers the first time that they saw a snake. The majority of people have a base fear of them, while others have a “heebie-jeebiesâ� � experience. We all know how the great explorer Dr. Indiana Jones felt about snakes, especially when he famously fell into a snake pit during Raiders of the Lost Ark. However you feel about snakes, a pit of them certainly sounds like an adventure.About the work:Snake Pit uses a lot of auxiliary percussion instruments. Some of these sounds are intended to subtly mimic the sounds that snakes make. The maraca in m. 4, of course, is a rattler’s call! The Chinese cymbal is intended to sound like the “hiss” of a not-so-friendly serpent. The eighth-note pattern at m. 9 is used throughout as a “creepy” effect using dynamic contrast so take care to emphasize this when present.I enjoy the gong as a “color” instrument in the band. I try to balance it with the low brass. Take care that at m. 42 the gong is not “front-and center” but more of a support for the nice accented chords in the low brass. Also, the trumpets can become spaced too much here. The accents are more for emphasis and less space.

Concert Band (Score) - beginning

SKU: HL.4007575

Composed by Francois Dorion. First Concepts (Concert Band). Concert. Softcover. 12 pages. Duration 95 seconds. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4007575).

UPC: 196288066972. 9.0x12.0x0.018 inches.

It's never too cold outside to play an exciting rock tune in the band room! This fun piece features very easy rhythms, interesting parts for every section, and plenty to keep the percussion busy.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Clarinet, Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Timpani, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba, Wood Block, alto Saxophone and more. - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS113

Composed by Andrew Balent. Beginning Band (BPS). Feature your young trumpet section as “stars” in this rewarding piece. It is great for reinforcing basic eighth-note rhythms as well as articulation and ensemble balance between the trumpets and the rest of the band.Performance Time: 2:20. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+3+6+3+1+1 +2+2+12+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 6 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #BPS113. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS113).

ISBN 9781491151990. UPC: 680160909490.

Trump et Stars features young trumpet sections as “stars” in this rewarding piece. Andrew Balent has composed this to help to reinforce basic eighth-note rhythms as well as articulation and ensemble balance between the trumpets and the rest of the band.

Score Only Concert Band (Score) - Grade 2

SKU: HL.4002243

Composed by Richard L. Saucedo. MusicWorks Grade 2. Concert, Festival, Latinx. 24 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4002243).

UPC: 073999180619. 9.0x12.0x0.049 inches.

MusicWorks – Grade 2 This energetic work makes an impressive statement for young bands. Written in a single tempo throughout, you'll be amazed at the amount of excitement that can be generated with limited technical demands. Richard uses active percussion figures (augmented with optional additional mallet parts) along with powerful brass statements and layers of woodwind lines to create a wonderful overall effect. (3:10).

Band concert band - Grade 0.5

SKU: CF.PPS50

Composed by Peter Terry. Primer Band (PPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+2+3+2+6+3 +1+1+2+2+12+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes. Carl Fischer Music #PPS50. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.PPS50).

ISBN 9781491151945. UPC: 680160909445.

Amber moons are beautiful and rare full moons, created when the sun is high in the sky and directly opposite the moon. Amber Moon begins with an opening fanfare, then moves into the first theme based on this fanfare. A second statement of the theme is repeated softly, followed by a lyrical secondary theme in the woodwinds. Variations follow this statement, and cyclically, like the comings and goings of the Moon and Sun, the piece concludes with a return to the initial theme.
Amber moons are very beautiful and rare full moons, created when the sun is high in the sky and directly opposite the moon. They appear unusually large and low on the horizon with a deep, rich honey color and are believed to be signs of blessing and good luck.  Amber Moon begins with an opening fanfare, then moves into a first theme based on this fanfare. A second statement of the theme is repeated softly, followed by lyrical second theme in the woodwinds. Variations follow this statement and a return to theme one concludes the piece.I enjoyed writing this piece and hope your students will enjoy playing these contrasting styles and that you will find the piece beneficial in teaching important musical concepts.Peter Terry, 2018.

Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS250

Concert March. Composed by Joseph Compello. Yps. Set of Score and Parts. 2+16+4+8+8+8+4+4+10+4+4+8 +8+8+4+4+6+6+6+4+6+1+1+4+ 1+24 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 43 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YPS250. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS250).

ISBN 9781491161333. UPC: 680160919925.

Mount Vernon Square derives its title from the location of the Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore, Maryland. It was here that the composer Joseph Compello took his first classes in Music Theory from Professor Haven Hensler, to whom this march is dedicated. After hearing this march performed on piano as part of final exam requirements in a Music Theory course, Professor Hensler encouraged further exploration of music composition, leading Compello into a prolific career writing pieces like this theme, now years later arranged for full band as a concert march. Performance Notes The form of the march is a standard A-BB-Trio-C-A. Melodically, much of the march is based on the figure contained in mm. 8 and 9. Tempo, articulation, and dynamics in a standard march style are essential to a successful interpretation. Pay particular attention to dynamics in the second strain at m. 41. Strive for a legato diminuendo at the transition in mm. 63-65. The melody in the Trio (m. 70) will also require smooth articulation from low brass and woodwinds. The Euphonium counter-melody will be played only during the repeat of the Trio. The Breakup Strain (m. 87) is, of course, powerfully marcato as is the reprise of the first theme at m. 109.
Mount Vernon Square derives its title from the location of the Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore, Maryland. It was here that the composer Joseph Compello took his first classes in Music Theory from Professor Haven Hensler, to whom this march is dedicated. After hearing this march performed on piano as part of final exam requirements in a Music Theory course, Professor Hensler encouraged further exploration of music composition, leading Compello into a prolific career writing pieces like this theme, now years later arranged for full band as a concert march.Performance NotesThe form of the march is a standard A-BB-Trio-C-A. Melodically, much of the march is based on the figure contained in mm. 8 and 9. Tempo, articulation, and dynamics in a standard march style are essential to a successful interpretation. Pay particular attention to dynamics in the second strain at m. 41. Strive for a legato diminuendo at the transition in mm. 63-65. The melody in the Trio (m. 70) will also require smooth articulation from low brass and woodwinds. The Euphonium counter-melody will be played only during the repeat of the Trio. The Breakup Strain (m. 87) is, of course, powerfully marcato as is the reprise of the first theme at m. 109.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Clarinet, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Hi-hat Cymbal, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Timpani, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba and more. - Grade 1

SKU: CF.BPS110

Composed by John Pasternak. SWS FS. Carl Fischer Beginning Performance Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+3+6+3+1+1 +2+3+12+2 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 6 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #BPS110. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BPS110).

ISBN 9781491147191. UPC: 680160904693. 9 x 12 inches.

Belligerenc e, by Carl Fischer Music newcomer John Pasternak, features strong rhythmic content, a memorable melodic figure, and dramatic percussion that is still within reach of beginning students. John drew on his own experience as a music educator to provide students with music they will love to play over and over.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute 1, Flute 2, Glockenspiel, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Piccolo, Snare Drum, Tambourine and more. - Grade 4

SKU: CF.SPS74

Composed by Ed Kiefer. SWS FS. Carl Fischer Symphonic Performance Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 2+8+8+4+8+8+8+4+4+4+4+4+4 +6+6+6+4+4+6+6+6+4+6+8+2+ 1+4+4+24 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 56 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #SPS74. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.SPS74).

ISBN 9781491147696. UPC: 680160905195. 9 x 12 inches. Key: F minor.

Courage of the Cossacks is a refreshing march in the style of Russian folk music, offering a break from the standard American march style for festival performance. Composer Ed Kiefer has scored this piece to sound sonorous throughout while highlighting all sections of the band. Directors looking for a unique march need look no further.
Courage of the Cossacks was written for my friends in Union County, NC . Based on several Cossack folk tunes it is a very dark sounding march which features almost every section of the band . The trio is one of the most beautiful oppressive melodies I have ever heard, and it is set in stark contrast to the upbeat, Russian sounding opening strains . After the trio comes to a halt, the piece restarts slowly, gradually accelerating to the final strain, much like many Cossack dances . A combination of March and Dance, this piece is not too difficult to perform and is very rewarding for both students and audiences . Courage of the Cossacks is a great piece to begin or end any concert and a perfect march for showing off your group at festival .