Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, China Cymbal, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Tambourine, Timpani and more. - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS204F

Long Live the King. Composed by Tyler Arcari. Young Band (YPS). Full score. With Standard notation. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YPS204F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS204F).

ISBN 9781491152928. UPC: 680160910427.

Avalo n–Long Live the King is a medieval fantasy piece depicting the Isle of Avalon where the mystical sword Excalibur of King Arthur was forged. Composer Tyler Arcari unearths a solid piece for young bands that is both bold and dramatic. This piece is sure to spark the imagination of students and give them strong musical content with which they can develop their musicianship.
Program Notes:Avalon–Long live the King began its journey as a commission in honor of a dear friend and mentor. David Riggs is one of those band directors that just seems timeless. He is a powerhouse with such a stacked resume that it is easy to forget that at the end of the day he enjoys taking long bike rides with his lovely wife and whittling a piece of wood just as much as being a band director. He has touched so many lives and inspired so many people in our field and beyond. I was humbled, and honored, when I was contacted for the commission. To David, I hope that you one day know how much you mean to so many people, including myself.About the piece:The piece is written with a little homage to David’s long tenure at Avalon Middle school in Pace, Florida. He was certainly treated like a king as the band director and rightly so. It seemed only fitting to add a little medieval fantasy. Avalon is a mystical island in the world of King Arthur where the great sword Excalibur was forged.The piece begins lyrically with a slow introduction with melodic material. This melodic motive is used throughout with slight variations depending on the instrument voicing etc. Care should be taken at m. 10 that the Timpani roll helps to bridge our transition from an exposed section to full tutti. Care should be taken so that the tempo change at m. 19 is brisk and avoids the low brass turning into stomping. Accessories like the China cymbal and tambourine can become overpowering. I recommend having students think of these effects as background in order to make sure they don’t POP out. The dynamic changes at mm. 27-35 should be subito similar to orchestral dynamic changes. Avoid unwritten crescendos in this section. Measures 60–64 are a great opportunity to teach those unwritten dynamics that make music so enjoyable as we lead up to the finale. It was originally left blank for some theatrics in the premiere at David’s retirement concert so I know he would enjoy adding some Cholesterol as David would say.Long Live the King!

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FPS64F

Composed by Gregory B. Rudgers. Carl Fischer First Plus Performance Series. Full score. With Standard notation. Duration 2:23. Carl Fischer Music #FPS64F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FPS64F).

ISBN 9780825867682. UPC: 798408067687. 9 X 12 inches. Key: D phrygian.

The sounds of gears, gadgets, and all things mechanical form the basis for this unique, beginning band piece by Carl Fischer Music newcomer Gregory Rudgers. There is a hint of the futuristic in the sounds and textures that students will encounter. A fun change of pace for the developing band.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 2

SKU: BT.GOB-000324-140

Composed by Timothy Travis. Score Only. 16 pages. Gobelin Music Publications #GOB 000324-140. Published by Gobelin Music Publications (BT.GOB-000324-140).

A ballad that hints at Australia where its composer used to live for a couple of years. It was the friendliness of both its human and animal inhabitants that inspired him to write this little paragon of sonority destined to become a sure-fire crowd-pleaser. Its singing melody is accompanied by an altogether infectuous little motif.

Australië wordt ook wel Down Under genoemd,het land waar de componist een paar jaar leefde. Het was de vriendelijkheid van de inwoners (zowel mens als dier) die hem inspireerden tot het schrijven van dit werkje.
Een ballad meteen fraaie melodie ondersteund door een ostinaat motiefje.

Concert Band - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.45806S

Composed by Roland Barrett. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Concert Band. Score. 32 pages. Duration 4:45. Belwin Music #00-45806S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.45806S).

UPC: 038081526645. English.

Opening with a heroic fanfare, this stunning original composition was inspired by the 15th century Inca citadel Machu Picchu and specifically the Intihuatana stone in what is now southeastern Peru where sun worship was favored. Many historians have come to refer to the Inca Empire as Children of the Sun. The work continues with an intense, almost frenzied, component that sets the stage for an active interplay of contrasting themes featuring a melodic statement interrupted by accented percussive statements. A pensive and lush moment builds with strong percussion contribution to a bold and satisfying conclusion. (4:45).

Grade 1

SKU: CL.RWS-2237-01

Composed by VanDoren. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2022. RWS Music Company #RWS-2237-01. Published by RWS Music Company (CL.RWS-2237-01).

La Noche de los Alebrijes (The Night of the Fantastical Creatures) imagines a cool night in a small Mexican town where colorful, friendly, fantastical creatures come to life! Soaring melodies are presented in reduced ranges for young wind musicians, while percussionists explore unique and colorful instrumentation. This work will be perfect for Halloween or Dia De Los Muertos celebrations.

Grade 1

SKU: CL.RWS-2237-00

Composed by VanDoren. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2022. RWS Music Company #RWS-2237-00. Published by RWS Music Company (CL.RWS-2237-00).

La Noche de los Alebrijes (The Night of the Fantastical Creatures) imagines a cool night in a small Mexican town where colorful, friendly, fantastical creatures come to life! Soaring melodies are presented in reduced ranges for young wind musicians, while percussionists explore unique and colorful instrumentation. This work will be perfect for Halloween or Dia De Los Muertos celebrations.

Concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CL.023-4232-01

Fanfare For Band. Young Concert Band. Sound Foundations Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR380). Extra full score. Composed 2013. Duration 1 minute, 51 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #023-4232-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.023-4232-01).

The exciting drive of the percussion section introduces the glorious sounds of woodwinds and brass, a bold declaration that the best is yet to come. As if on cue, our musical journey is then woven into a beautiful theme that your audience will find highly appealing. Instruments, scored where they sound their absolute best, combine to create a composition that delivers musical impact from the initial downbeat to the final cut-off. A great opener!

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: FJ.B1227S

Score Only. Composed by Erik Morales. Arranged by Erik Morales. Concert Band. FJH Beginning Band. Equus, Latin for horse, takes us on a thrilling ride on one of these magnificent animals. Wood blocks help create the sound of the horse as the ensemble comes along for the ride. A serene section at the same tempo almost seems to slow the ride down, so. Score. Duration 1:52. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1227S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1227S).

English.

Equus, Latin for horse, takes us on a thrilling ride on one of these magnificent animals. Wood blocks help create the sound of the horse as the ensemble comes along for the ride. A serene section at the same tempo almost seems to slow the ride down, so listeners can take the time to appreciate the scenery around them. The opening material then returns as the piece comes to a strong conclusion.

About FJH Beginning Band

Appro priate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 4

SKU: BT.DHP-0991729-010

Composed by Jan Bosveld. Inspiration Series. Concert Piece. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 1999. De Haske Publications #DHP 0991729-010. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-0991729-010).

Shortly after the Second World War, a combative movement of Danish, Belgian and Dutch artists chose the cobra snake - extremely dangerous yet considered sacred - as a symbol of their resistance to strict guideliness of form. The name Cobra also happens to contain the first letters of the cities Copenhagen, Brussels ans Amsterdam, from where most of the movement's members came. The Cobra movement, which existed from November 1948 until November 1951, can with some justicication be called the last major avant-garde movement of the 20th century.The source of inspiration for the composition Cobra comes from four paintings: Obhobning by the Dane Egill Jacobsen; La jeune fille et lamort by the Belgian Pierre Alechinsky; Orgeldraaier and Le rythme joyeux de la ville by the Dutch artists Karel Appel and Corneille. Obhobning means pile-up, which is represented musically in the first part by a melodic and harmonic pilling up of perfect fourth's. The first part is also characterized by a rhythmic feeling, which the painting gives through its use of numerous black stripes. In the painting La jeune fille et la mort, Pierre Alechinsky places a young girl opposite Death. The second part features the constantly pulsating motion of live while a creeping, dark, melodic line develops. The tension between life and death is tangible as a battle reveals itself. In part three, one hears the Orgeldraaier by Karel Appel, as cheerful and playful as an organ grinder's music. The painting Le rythme joyeux de la ville by Corneille is busy and extremely dynamic, a perfect source of inspiration for a powerful, rhythmic ending to this composition.

Band concert band - Grade 2

SKU: KJ.GB887F

Composed by Engelbert Humperdinck. Edited by Ron Cowherd. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #GB887F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.GB887F).

Hansel and Gretel, arranged by Ron Cowherd, takes the form of an overture, containing three musical vignettes from the opera: Evening Prayer; Brother, Come and Dance and There Stands a Little Man. The arranger has faithfully captured the magic of the original in the carefully scored arrangement that will make your band sound great! Correlates With Best In Class Bk. 2 Page 19 / SOE Bk. 2 Page 25.

Concert band (Piccolo, 1st Flute, 2nd Flute, 1st Oboe, 2nd Oboe*, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Clarinet*, Bb Bass Clarinet*, 1st Bassoon, 2nd Bassoon*, 1st Eb Alto Saxophone, 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone*, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophon) - grade 3.5

SKU: CN.R10298

March. Composed by Rimmer. Arranged by Geoffrey Brand. Score and parts. Duration 3:20. Published by G & M Brand Music Publishers (CN.R10298).

Another great march from William Rimmer, March King, who is reputed to have written more that a hundred marches. March: The Cossack opens with a magnificent portrayal of the strength and vigor reminiscent of a Russian Cossack. An insightful Trio provides evidence of a Cossack's more reflective side before a short bridge takes the music back, via a Da Capo, to its opening power and strength.

Another great march from William Rimmer, Britain's Lancashire-born March King, who is reputed to have written more that a hundred marches. A Cossack, as defined in The Oxford Dictionary, is a member of a people of southeastern Russia, especially as light horse in Russian army. William Rimmer's march opens with a magnificent portrayal of the strength and vigor which that definition implies and there is more character portrayal to come. An insightful Trio provides evidence of a Cossack's more reflective side before a short bridge takes the music back, via a Da Capo, to its opening power and strength. In William Rimmer's skillful hands, March: The Cossack is veritably a musical portrait.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 2.5

SKU: FJ.B1335S

Score Only. Composed by Roland Barrett. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Halloween. Score. Duration 3:00. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1335S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1335S).

English.

Experie nce the legend of phantom cowboys in the American West. Inspired by multiple sightings of these apparitions, this exciting work paints a vivid portrait of a moonlit night just before the ghost riders come out of the shadows. A large battery of percussion adds depth and woodwinds perform some easy aleatoric passages to create tension and suspense. Thrilling!

About FJH Young Band

Appro priate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5

Concert band (Piccolo, 1st Flute, 2nd Flute, 1st Oboe, 2nd Oboe*, 1st Bb Clarinet, 2nd Bb Clarinet, 3rd Bb Clarinet, Eb Alto Clarinet*, Bb Bass Clarinet*, 1st Bassoon, 2nd Bassoon*, 1st Eb Alto Saxophone, 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone*, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophon) - grade 3.5

SKU: CN.S11298

March. Composed by Rimmer. Arranged by Geoffrey Brand. Score only. Duration 3:20. Published by G & M Brand Music Publishers (CN.S11298).

Another great march from William Rimmer, March King, who is reputed to have written more that a hundred marches. March: The Cossack opens with a magnificent portrayal of the strength and vigor reminiscent of a Russian Cossack. An insightful Trio provides evidence of a Cossack's more reflective side before a short bridge takes the music back, via a Da Capo, to its opening power and strength.

Another great march from William Rimmer, Britain's Lancashire-born March King, who is reputed to have written more that a hundred marches. A Cossack, as defined in The Oxford Dictionary, is a member of a people of southeastern Russia, especially as light horse in Russian army. William Rimmer's march opens with a magnificent portrayal of the strength and vigor which that definition implies and there is more character portrayal to come. An insightful Trio provides evidence of a Cossack's more reflective side before a short bridge takes the music back, via a Da Capo, to its opening power and strength. In William Rimmer's skillful hands, March: The Cossack is veritably a musical portrait.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: FJ.B1771

Composed by Timothy Loest. Concert Band. FJH Beginning Band. Light Concert; Novelty. Score and Part(s). Duration 2:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1771. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1771).

UPC: 241444400418. English.

Orphaned toys come to life in this eerie tour of an abandoned toy store. The work opens and closes with Victor Herbert's dreamlike Toyland as a Jack-in-the-box plays Pop Goes the Weasel. A wealth of toy sounds make their appearance among diminished chords, tri-tones, and the Dies Irae, which surrounds an aleatoric section featuring a whole host of noisy toys. Highly accessible, extremely creative, and definitely memorable!

About FJH Beginning Band

Appro priate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: FJ.B1771S

Score Only. Composed by Timothy Loest. Concert Band. FJH Beginning Band. Light Concert; Novelty. Score. Duration 2:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1771S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1771S).

English.

Orphane d toys come to life in this eerie tour of an abandoned toy store. The work opens and closes with Victor Herbert's dreamlike Toyland as a Jack-in-the-box plays Pop Goes the Weasel. A wealth of toy sounds make their appearance among diminished chords, tri-tones, and the Dies Irae, which surrounds an aleatoric section featuring a whole host of noisy toys. Highly accessible, extremely creative, and definitely memorable!

About FJH Beginning Band

Appro priate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: FJ.B1508S

Score Only. Composed by Travis J. Weller. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Multicultural; Patriotic; programmatic. Score. Duration 2:00. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1508S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1508S).

English.

Immerse yourself in this energetic and high intensity work set in the American West. Images of notorious outlaws come to life as exciting rhythms, bold melodies, and driving percussion parts combine in telling the exciting story of racing horses and the final heist of an infamous outlaw who became etched in American history. Exciting!

About FJH Young Band

Appro priate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4136-01

Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR376). Extra full score. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 3 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4136-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4136-01).

North Carolina is a beautiful state, and there is no better place to enjoy whitewater rafting, than a trip on the Nantahala River. Noted composer, James Swearingen, takes you on a riveting journey that can only be described as both intense and exhilarating. Dramatic percussion writing coupled with exciting wind parts is an integral part of why this piece will challenge your students to make the music come alive and seem like a real life experience. Be prepared for the audience to be immediately on their feet following the breathtaking finish. Truly exciting!

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4136-75

Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR376). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2012. Duration 4 minutes, 3 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4136-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4136-75).

North Carolina is a beautiful state, and there is no better place to enjoy whitewater rafting, than a trip on the Nantahala River. Noted composer, James Swearingen, takes you on a riveting journey that can only be described as both intense and exhilarating. Dramatic percussion writing coupled with exciting wind parts is an integral part of why this piece will challenge your students to make the music come alive and seem like a real life experience. Be prepared for the audience to be immediately on their feet following the breathtaking finish. Truly exciting!

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba and more. - Grade 0.5

SKU: CF.PPS41

Composed by Grant Michel. SWS FS. Carl Fischer Premiere Performance Series. Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+8+2+5+2+2+8+2+3+2+6+2 +3+2+1+2+3+12 pages. Duration 1 minute, 50 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #PPS41. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.PPS41).

ISBN 9781491147047. UPC: 680160904549. 9 x 12 inches.

Emergence is a positive and uplifting composition for the youngest of concert band students that uses only the first six notes of the Bb concert scale. The sheer joy and excitement beginners exhibit from the discovery inherent in learning their instruments is a wonderful thing. This piece was written as a representation of that joy as these young students emerge from their first foray into music and glimpse of the musicians they can become.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Timpani, Triangle, Trombone, Trumpet, Tuba and more. - Grade 0.5

SKU: CF.PPS41F

Composed by Grant Michel. SWS. Carl Fischer Premiere Performance Series. Full score. With Standard notation. 12 pages. Duration 1 minute, 50 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #PPS41F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.PPS41F).

ISBN 9781491147740. UPC: 680160905249. 9 x 12 inches.

Emergence is a positive and uplifting composition for the youngest of concert band students that uses only the first six notes of the Bb concert scale. The sheer joy and excitement beginners exhibit from the discovery inherent in learning their instruments is a wonderful thing. This piece was written as a representation of that joy as these young students emerge from their first foray into music and glimpse of the musicians they can become.

Grade 3.5

SKU: CL.012-1920-01

Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR357). Extra full score. Composed 1987. Duration 5 minutes. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-1920-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-1920-01).

The most important work to date for this fine com poser, and a truly exciting one it is! Jubileus transmits a feeling of exuberance and joy with its constantly rising theme and underlying harmonies. A reflective middle section features solo trumpet and a moving woodwind theme, and the finale is breathtaking. A work that is destined to become standard repertoire for contests and festivals every where.

About Heritage of the March

Full -sized concert band editions of the greatest marches of all time. Each has been faithfully re-scored to accommodate modern instrumentation and incorporate performance practices of classic march style

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: FJ.B1410S

Score Only. Composed by Brian Balmages. Concert Band. FJH Young Band. Score. Duration 3:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1410S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1410S).

English.

Experie nce the thrill of a single electron racing through a circuit at mind-boggling speeds! The wild ride begins immediately with two sets of bells creating an invigorating metallic backdrop. The intensity continues until a blackout occurs without warning, shutting down power to the entire circuit. The simple effect of a water gong creates the effect of a machine grinding to a halt. The circuit soon becomes live again as the electron races on. Absolutely stunning!

About FJH Young Band

Appro priate for middle school and smaller high school groups. Second clarinets usually stay below the break. Parts are written with more independence, and instrumentation increases slightly. There is still adequate doubling in the lower voices. Grades 2 - 2.5

Concert Band Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: FJ.B1650S

Score Only. Composed by Timothy Loest. Concert Band. FJH Beginning Band. Form: Chorale. Score. Duration 2:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1650S. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1650S).

English.

Breatht aking harmonies meet the simple innocence of the beloved tune Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star in this lush, lyrical arrangement for young band. A wondrous teaching opportunity for phrasing and expression, Starry Night goes far beyond an arrangement and will be a welcome contrasting work on your next program.

About FJH Beginning Band

Appro priate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.

Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: AP.39563S

Op. 80. Composed by Johannes Brahms. Arranged by Michael Story. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Young Band. Form: Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 24 pages. Duration 3:45. Belwin Music #00-39563S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.39563S).

UPC: 038081458601. English.

Although conceived as a comical academic musical representation by its renowned composer, this overture is lyrical and exciting. There are opportunities for your students to present sudden stylistic changes and tempo shifts which permit for both performance and teaching. It is still used in a variety of settings (even in its comedic intent) in films and on the more serious concert stage. This arrangement includes generous cuing to accommodate incomplete instrumentations. Classic, familiar and even humorous, it is a sure winner for your developing band. (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Score and Parts - includes Euro parts Concert Band (Score & Parts)

SKU: HL.4007790

Concert Band + Euro parts Score and Parts. Composed by Itaru Sakai. De Haske Concert Band. Concert Band. Softcover. Duration 645 seconds. De Haske Publications #DHP1063946010. Published by De Haske Publications (HL.4007790).

UPC: 196288094012.

The Hida High School is in a highland city called Takayama in Gifu Prefecture. Takayama City has some of the highest mountains in Japan, atmospheric rows of houses and streets, and a beautiful landscape. The magnificent views from these mountains can be described as a paradise above the clouds. When the composer visited there in the summer of 2001, the lovely flowers spreading through the valley and the refreshing air welcomed him. The flowers looked as if they were fashionably dressed and fully enjoying conversation and a short summer at a reunion party. The composer was inspired by this scenery to compose this piece. The musical party opens with happy greetings of a reunion andjoyful themes follow one after another. A light xylophone solo, a waltz and an adagio featuring alternate solos by alto saxophone, euphonium and trumpet lead to a brilliant finale featuring brass and percussion played in irregular time. A beautiful musical picture that your band will enjoy performing for many years.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Clarinet 3, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Flute 1, Flute 2, Horn 1, Horn 2, Mallet Percussion, Marimba, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Percussion 3, Piccolo, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal and more. - Grade 3

SKU: CF.CPS200

Composed by Travis Weller. Concert Band (CPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 2+8+8+4+8+16+16+4+4+4+4+4 +4+8+8+8+4+2+6+6+6+2+2+8+ 2+2+3+6+6+24 pages. Duration 3 minutes, 1 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CPS200. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CPS200).

ISBN 9781491152355. UPC: 680160909858.

Altho ugh some stories in Greek mythology reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicating joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and the performer.
Program NotesAmong the many stories in Greek mythology, Apollo holds a unique place as a complex Olympian god known for truth, prophecy, healing, poetry, plague, knowledge, light and music. Although some stories reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicated joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band, ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and performer. From the dynamic opening fanfare to the soaring motifs and rhythms that follow, Apollo Arise provides a wonderful opportunity for the ensemble to reach for new musical heights in their performance!    Rehearsal Notes and SuggestionsThe opening twenty-four measures of the work are important for the rest of the work to unfold successfully. Encourage the ensemble to play with a unified articulation style, maintain a proper balance, and establish a consistent tempo through this section as several recurring rhythms must be performed consistently. Measure 38 features a trumpet solo, so be sure that the rest of the ensemble balances their line to support the solo instrument. In the section that begins at m. 67, there is an optional solo opportunity for trumpet and trombone. Both of these sections provide nice contrast against the full ensemble sections that are present in the work. The section at m. 81 includes a call-and-response section between woodwind, brass and percussion groups. Be sure that as groups enter, the tempo remains consistent and that the winds articulation style is unified and complimentary to the percussion. As the opening fanfare returns at m. 101, remind the ensemble to play with consistent style, balance and tempo as they did in the opening. As the ensemble begins the part of the journey with Apollo at m. 110, the music contains unique layers that must work together to be effective and set up the material that begins at m. 127. Encourage the group to play so they can hear all other lines, and allow their energy to grow into a focused musical celebration by the final note. Thank you in advance for your support of this music, and I wish you and your ensemble well as Apollo Arise welcomes the audience to your concert hall.