Concert Band - Grade 1

SKU: AP.38310S

Op. 46, No. 1. Composed by Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by Michael Story. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Belwin Beginning Band. Form: Dance; Transcription. Masterwork Arrangement; Romantic. Score. 20 pages. Belwin Music #00-38310S. Published by Belwin Music (AP.38310S).

UPC: 038081439457. English.

From the Czech composer Antonín Dvorák. Originally composed in 1886 for four-hand piano, this beginning band transcription/reduction develops the charismatic melody and offers opportunity to explore the varied timbres in beginning band in a sure-fire solid setting. Providing a stunning opportunity to introduce or reinforce three-quarter time, the arrangement is a charming choice for concert and contest alike. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Concert Band (Score & Parts)

SKU: HL.4008643

Score and Parts. Composed by Franco Cesarini. Arranged by Franco Cesarini. Editions Franco Cesarini. Concert Band, Tuning, Warm-Up. Softcover. Hal Leonard #EFC003-CBHA. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4008643).

ISBN 9798350114997. UPC: 196288189664.

Durin g his experience as a band conductor and teacher of wind orchestra conducting at university, Franco Cesarini has dealt with the topic of warm-ups very frequently. Throughout these long years of conducting he has had the opportunity to try many existing methods, evaluating their advantages and disadvantages. After a long time, he has decided to compile a collection of chorales for warm-ups, which are organized according to the criteria that he considers most effective. While working on his60 Warm-up Chorales for Concert Band, Franco Cesarini has always borne in mind that amateur musicians play for pleasure. He feels that it is extremely important that they have satisfaction at every moment of the rehearsal and not to start the rehearsal with needless “punishing” exercises. Nobody is really motivated to start playing with scales, long notes, or tricky rhythmical exercises. There is often a distinguished absentee in band rehearsals, namely music itself! Although this publication does not foresee a specific tempo for the chorales, they should often be performed rather slowly but without dragging. Dynamics are not indicated, so that the conductor has the opportunity to draw the attention of the musicians to his gestures and to make them react according to his indications. Timpani and bell parts have been added with the aim of not leaving the percussionists completely inactive during the warm-up phase, but can also be omitted. The chorales are written in four parts (SATB) and are also playable in smaller groups. The four voices can be played in different combinations of woodwinds or brass quartets or in mixed combinations. The collection includes ten chorales for the following keys: D flat major, A flat major, E flat major, B flat major, F major and C major. With his 60 Warm-up Chorales Franco Cesarini would like to convey the message to play the chorales in a musical way, thus raising the musicians’awareness of phrasing, the right interpretation of cadences, rubato and agogic. Above all, never do anything withoutputting the musical aspect in the foreground.

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4402-75

Composed by Taneyev. Arranged by Glover. Concert Band. Gems of the Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR384). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2015. Duration 4 minutes, 32 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4402-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4402-75).

This solemn and remarkable composition from Sergius Taneiev, transcribed by Andrew Glover, is an exceptional tour de force for concert band. Stylistically reflective of Russian nationalism of the late 1800s, and exploring the full sonorities of the band, this work provides both the opportunity for delicate, lyrical performance as well as a robust climax. Intense at times, while reflective at others, Temple of the Gods offers a unique performance opportunity for mature bands. Exceptional!

About Gems of the Concert Band

A series of transcriptions and other works in varying styles, representative of the programming of the Great American Classic Concert Band era of a century ago, as exemplified by John Phillip Sousa, Edwin Franko Goldman, Karl L. King, and Leonard B. Smith

Orchestra SATB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 recorders, 2 oboes, 3 bassoons, 2 horns, 2 trumpets, timpani, 2 (3) violins, 2 violas, cello, basso continuo

SKU: CA.5507505

Ode. Version of the first performance and version of 1751. Composed by George Frideric Handel. Edited by Felix Loy. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Handel. Innovative practice aids, Sacred vocal music, Oratorios. Choral Score. Composed 1736/1751. HWV 75. 40 pages. Duration 85 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 55.075/05. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.5507505).

ISBN 9790007171230. Text language: German/English.

For the magnificent opening of the oratorio season at the beginning of 1736 Handel presented a composition which, like hardly any of his other oratorios, gave him the opportunity to display his musical artistry: John Dryden's ode Alexander's Feast or the Power of Music, published in 1696, demonstrates the power of music by the example of the ancient hero, Alexander the Great. From the impressive lament on the death of Darius, the King of Persia, to the boisterous Praise of Bacchus Handel avails himself of the entire breadth of the musical representation of the emotions and the possibilities for expression. In the text by Newburg Hamilton added at the end of work St. Cecilia elevates the events of the ancient heathen story, which Handel expressed in plastic, skillful polyphony. Later, this homage to the patron saint of church music, Handel also present the opportunity to perform the work on St. Cecilia's Day (22 November). For the first time the present new edition is based consistently on Handel's conducting score, which he used for his own performances of the oratorio, thus not only eliminating timeworn errors, but also offering clarity concerning the choruses, the arias and recitatives, actually performed in Handel's concerts, as well as their sequence of performance. The new Carus edition offers two performance versions: the version of the premiere in 1736, as well as a revised version from 1751. Furthermore, the inclusion of the Concerto for Harp HWV 294 (CV 55.294) is also possible; Handel composed this work especially for Alexander's Feast (as an illustration of Timotheus, the ancient poet who played the lyre). For this purpose the edition contains the appropriate alternatives for the sequence of the movements. Score available separately - see item CA.5507500.

Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.44975S

Composed by Steve Hodges. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Challenger Band Series. Score. 8 pages. Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-44975S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44975S).

UPC: 038081517629. English.

A memorable, plaintive melody presented in a variety of textures highlights this moving piece. Each section of the band has the opportunity to present the expressive theme, while a bold contrasting section provides an effective variation. The expressive and dynamic qualities of this piece will provide a valuable teaching opportunity for the young band. (2:45).

Grade 1

SKU: CL.RWS-2055-01

Arranged by Earp. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2020. RWS Music Company #RWS-2055-01. Published by RWS Music Company (CL.RWS-2055-01).

The Ukranian Bell Carol has never been so fun for the beginning band AND your elementary school musicians! Using tuned percussion tubes and plastic buckets, Joseph Earp’s clever arrangement features your percussion section AND provides an opportunity to invite the elementary students to join the band at your holiday concert. An invaluable recruiting tool as well as a fun and entertaining performance opportunity!

By Julie Lyonn Lieberman. Orchestra. Score; String Orchestra. Highland String Alternatives. Blues; Jazz; Light Concert. Grade 3. 12 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing

Grade 1

SKU: CL.023-4061-01

Composed by T. Phillips. Young Concert Band. Sound Foundations Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR374). Extra full score. Composed 2011. Duration 2 minutes, 3 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #023-4061-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.023-4061-01).

In this fresh twist on the old classic Jingle Bells, your beginning band students are sure to have fun as the Latin rhythms and percussion instruments combine with the traditional melody. Todd Phillips seamlessly weaves familiar Latin themes with Jingle Bells to create a unique holiday arrangement. This arrangement will work well with students who have had two semesters of band. This setting provides an excellent opportunity for students to learn to play Latin rhythms while the percussion section learns to play the traditional Latin percussion instruments. A welcome change of pace for your next winter concert; Calypso Bells is the perfect opportunity to combine the warmth of the Latin sound with the coolness of Jingle Bells..

Fanfare Band - Grade 2

SKU: BT.CMP-0430-00-020

Composed by Carmine Pastore. Spotlight on Entertainment. Original Light Music. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2000. Curnow Music #CMP 0430-00-020. Published by Curnow Music (BT.CMP-0430-00-020).

Fun for all!! The chorale style opening soon turns into a rousing, funky-jazzy-gospel riff-style roof-raiser that will have your audience tapping along. It's nice for the concert band to get the opportunity to play something jazzy once in a while, and you know the audience will love it as much as the band does.Plenty of opportunity to study jazz-style phrasing in the concert band, interesting Percussion parts, a catchy tune and good linear motion for all move GETTIN' GOSPEL to the top of the list. The only danger here is that the band might like it a little TOO much, and want to play it every day.

Concert Band - Grade 1.5

SKU: AP.44975

Composed by Steve Hodges. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Challenger Band Series. Score and Part(s). 120 pages. Duration 2:45. Alfred Music #00-44975. Published by Alfred Music (AP.44975).

UPC: 038081517612. English.

A memorable, plaintive melody presented in a variety of textures highlights this moving piece. Each section of the band has the opportunity to present the expressive theme, while a bold contrasting section provides an effective variation. The expressive and dynamic qualities of this piece will provide a valuable teaching opportunity for the young band. (2:45).

Solo with Percussion Ensemble Solo with Percussion Ensemble (solo piano, percussion 1 (hi-hat, small bongo, snare drum, bass drum) percussion 2 (marimba, medium log drum, triangle, brake drum) percussion 3 (vibraphone, high tom 2, woodblocks) percussion 4 (ride cymbal 2, toms, bass drum)) - medium difficult

SKU: CN.02301

Piano Feature. Composed by Robert Constable. Score only. Duration 11:50. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.02301).

This intense piece for solo piano and percussion quartet is a tour-de-force that doesn't give you a chance to breathe. The piano part incorporates polyrhythms between the hands throughout the piece, while the percussionists play ostinati in the background. Great opportunity to bring in a phenomenal pianist as a guest artist with your percussion ensemble.

This intense piece for solo piano and percussion quartet is a tour-de-force that doesn't give you a chance to breathe. The piano part incorporates polyrhythms between the hands throughout the piece, while the percussionists play ostinati in the background. Great opportunity to bring in a phenomenal pianist as a guest artist with your percussion ensemble. You can hear a recording of Crackhead on the University of South Florida's CD 'Premieres Vol. I' (also available from C. Alan).

Orchestra Cello, Contrabass, Drum Set, Piano, Viola, Violin 1, Violin 2, Violin 3 - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FAS59

Composed by Matt Turner. Collate - FS SWS. First-Plus String Orchestra (FAS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 16+16+4+10+10+10+4+3+12 pages. Carl Fischer Music #FAS59. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FAS59).

ISBN 9780825873201. UPC: 798408073206. 8.5 x 11 inches. Key: C major.

Your students will have a great time with Shuffleupagus, a fun blues shuffle meant to be played in a loose swing style. A solo section gives students an opportunity to break free and improvise. Performers can swing hard on this piece! Duration: 2:56.
Shuffleupagus is a blues shuffle. A shuffle has a triplet swing feel, and the eighth notes are swung. A solo section gives students an opportunity to improvise using a G blues scale (G, B≤, C, C≥, D, F) or G minor pentatonic scale (G, B≤, C, D, F). Staccato notes should be very short. Performers should swing hard on this piece!

(A Trio for Piccolo (or Flute), Clarinet, and Piano). By Eric Ewazen. Piano trio. For Piccolo (or Flute), Clarinet in Bb, Piano. Contemporary. Score and part(s). Standard notation. 40 12 pages. Duration 22 minutes. Published by Theodore Presser Company

Arranged by Rob Romeyn. For concert band. Young Band. Sound Foundations Series. Grade 1. Score and set of parts. Duration 2 minutes, 42 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse

By Franz Xavier Gruber. Arranged by Ralph Ford. By Franz Xavier Gruber / arr. Ralph Ford. For String Orchestra. String Orchestra. Belwin Beginning String Orchestra. Level: 2 (Red) (grade 2 Red). Conductor Score and Parts. Published by Alfred Publishing.

By Antonin Dvorak. Arranged by L.C. Harnsberger. Music by Antonin Dvorak / arr. L.C. Harnsberger. For Concert Band. Concert Band. Young Symphonic. Conductor Score and Parts. Published by Alfred Publishing.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bass Drum, Bassoon, Bells, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Crash Cymbals, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Floor Tom, Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Tambourine and more. - Grade 1.5

SKU: CF.FPS156F

Composed by Joseph Compello. Sws. Fps. Full score. 16 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 50 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #FPS156F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.FPS156F).

ISBN 9781491156377. UPC: 680160914913. 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 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 Ghost Chasers is to have a spooky tune (m. 9, Trumpets) chasing around in simple counterpoint between two sections. (See m. 19). Students will find the independent part playing both challenging and fun. In the contrasting section at m. 30, young students will gain experience in changing their articulation from marcato to legato. Obeying the cues for low brass in this section is recommended, but depending on the instrumentation of the band, directors may disregard the cues if necessary. Directors may also wish to take the opportunity to teach a lesson about major and minor keys and discuss why the tune at m. 9 sounds spooky and the theme at m. 30 sound lighthearted. Overall, the main challenge for this piece is balance. For the chaser idea to be effective the half-measure lag between the two sections playing the same tune must be easily heard. Even more attention to balance must be paid at m. 45, where the spooky theme is added to the chasing theme. If Clarinets can play third-line written D, use it instead of the alternate cued note. If three Timpani are not available, omit the note D.
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 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 Ghost Chasers is to have a spooky tune (m. 9, Trumpets) chasing around in simple counterpoint between two sections. (See m. 19). Students will find the independent part playing both challenging and fun.In the contrasting section at m. 30, young students will gain experience in changing their articulation from marcato to legato. Obeying the cues for low brass in this section is recommended, but depending on the instrumentation of the band, directors may disregard the cues if necessary. Directors may also wish to take the opportunity to teach a lesson about major and minor keys and discuss why the tune at m. 9 sounds spooky and the theme at m. 30 sound lighthearted.Overall, the main challenge for this piece is balance. For the “chaser” idea to be effective the half-measure lag between the two sections playing the same tune must be easily heard. Even more attention to balance must be paid at m. 45, where the “spooky” theme is added to the “chasing” theme.If Clarinets can play third-line written D, use it instead of the alternate cued note. If three Timpani are not available, omit the note D.

Band Bass Clarinet, Bassoon, Brake Drum, Chimes, Clarinet 1, Clarinet 2, Euphonium, Euphonium T.C., Flute, Flute 2, Horn, Jingle Bells, Mallet Percussion, Oboe, Percussion 1, Percussion 2, Percussion 3, Ratchet, Snare Drum, Suspended Cymbal, Timpani and more. - Grade 2.5

SKU: CF.YPS207F

Sweatshop Protest Song. Composed by Ed Kiefer. Young Band (YPS). Full score. With Standard notation. 24 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YPS207F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS207F).

ISBN 9781491152959. UPC: 680160910458.

Facto ry Child is a protest song against child sweatshops. The piece depicts the factory life of children laboring many hours a day and manufacturing the shoes and clothes that end up in American retail stores. Young performers will find this thought-provoking piece an excellent way to use their musical voice to affect change.
Factory Child is a protest song against child sweatshops. Written in memory of Mrs. Peterson, who loved children dearly, the piece depicts the factory life of children laboring 16+ hours a day, manufacturing the shoes and clothes that end up in American retail stores.Factory Child begins with factory sounds and an oppressive, repetitive pattern that supports the melody carried by the upper voices. The second section is composed of wistful, dream-like sounds and melodies that have traces of children’s songs that remind us that these children forced into labor would love to have the opportunity to play, attend school, and dream, but cannot and realistically have little hope for a life we consider normal.  The middle section gives way to more sounds from the factory. The climax is a raucous circus-like waltz using themes from both sections.The percussion parts can be covered by six players. Some players will need to cover two parts. Use someone from the wind section if you do not have six, as some of the parts, although important, are not very difficult. The second clarinet never goes over the break and the bass line is usually doubled in the euphonium as well as in the low reeds.This piece is an excellent way for young performers to use their musical voice to affect change. It is a great discussion starter for researching where our apparel comes from and why to stay away from some brands. It can also make students aware of the fantastic opportunity they have to attend school that children in other parts of the world do not. Young students will find this piece very thought provoking.Ed Kiefer .

Pre 1

SKU: CL.RWS-2218-01

Composed by Robert W. Smith. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2022. RWS Music Company #RWS-2218-01. Published by RWS Music Company (CL.RWS-2218-01).

Scaling a mountain requires courage, strength and fortitude. Scaling our musical mountains as our young bands develop their skills requires the same commitment to strength, perseverance and excellence. This masterful composition reinforces fundamental technique through musical scales in an exciting statement for the beginning concert band. Powerful percussion interacting with soaring melodic lines create an engaging and pedagogically rich opportunity for all. The band also has the opportunity to experience and perform mixed meters as they journey to the musical summit. A powerful choice for educationally rich programming!

Young concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CL.024-4078-01

Composed by Wasson. Young Concert Band. Rising Band Series for Developing Bands! Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR377). Extra full score. Composed 2012. Duration 2 minutes, 23 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #024-4078-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.024-4078-01).

A Christmas Rose is a setting of Lo, How A Rose E'er Blooming, a German Christmas hymn by Michael Praetorius, originally written in 1599. This dramatic setting gives young musicians an opportunity to play lyrically and with expressive dynamics. As various families of instruments in the band are featured, every player has an opportunity for rich and lyrical playing. This work will provide an intimate musical portrait in your holiday concert.

Grade 1

SKU: AP.98-RWS221100

(The Legend Of John Henry). Composed by Earp. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2022. RWS Music Company #RWS-2211-00. Published by RWS Music Company (AP.98-RWS221100).

Man Against Machine, inspired by the folk tale of John Henry, offers an opportunity for your students to practice musical storytelling. This legendary story is an opportunity for SEL (social emotional learning) in your classroom as you discuss grit and work ethic with your students. The educational possibilities are endless with this well written and crafted composition for the young band!

Concert band - Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-4472-00

Composed by Huckeby. Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR389). Score and set of parts. Composed 2016. Duration 3 minutes, 34 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-4472-00. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-4472-00).

This beautiful ballad is a wonderful example of Ed Huckeby’s lyrical writing style. The masterful orchestration serves to enhance the flowing melodic lines and colorfully unique harmonies. A sensitive alto saxophone solo in the middle section provides a great opportunity to highlight your soloist or sax section. Anthem For Peace also provides an opportunity to make a subtle cultural and social declaration for peace at your next festival or concert performance. Gorgeous!

Book/CD Pack Mandolin

SKU: HL.128131

Fretted. Instruction. Softcover with CD. 80 pages. Published by Centerstream Publications (HL.128131).

ISBN 9781574243024. UPC: 888680010607. 9.0x12.0x0.284 inches.

While many extant photos of string band artists show members holding a mandolin, it often can barely be heard in most period recordings because the most important instrument to capture was usually the fiddle or voice. This collection provides you with the opportunity to learn over 70 old-time-music period songs recorded mostly by Ernest Stoneman, or the duo Grayson & Whitter, during the 1920s and early 1930s. Many of these songs were also covered by other string bands regardless of whether they had the opportunity or not to be commercially recorded. CD tracks of some of the songs in this collection as recorded by a number of different string band artists are provided so that performances can be compared.