Concert Band - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.49111S

Composed by Scott Watson. Concert Band; Performance Music Ensemble. Alfred Concert Band. Score. 36 pages. Duration 5:45. Alfred Music #00-49111S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49111S).

ISBN 9781470646332. UPC: 038081564692. English.

Hope helps each of us face life's challenges with courage and optimism. Gift of Hope by Scott Watson captures musically both of these aspects of hope. Opening dramatically, the piece soon settles into an upbeat, joyful main theme. Slower contrasting material follows, building from a tender, transparently scored opening to a climax full of resolve. The optimistic main theme returns, leading to a dramatic, heroic conclusion. (5:45).

By Bohuslav Martinu. Czech title: Smy covy kvartet 5. Published by Praha (Czech import).

Composed by Robert Sheldon. Concert Band. Concert Band; Part(s); Score. Alfred Concert Band. Grade 3. 166 pages. Published by Alfred Music

Concert Band - Grade 3.5

SKU: AP.49111

Composed by Scott Watson. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble. Alfred Concert Band. Score and Part(s). 209 pages. Duration 5:45. Alfred Music #00-49111. Published by Alfred Music (AP.49111).

ISBN 9781470646325. UPC: 038081564685. English.

Hope helps each of us face life's challenges with courage and optimism. Gift of Hope by Scott Watson captures musically both of these aspects of hope. Opening dramatically, the piece soon settles into an upbeat, joyful main theme. Slower contrasting material follows, building from a tender, transparently scored opening to a climax full of resolve. The optimistic main theme returns, leading to a dramatic, heroic conclusion. (5:45).

31 Songs from Featured Character Roles. Composed by Various. Vocal Collection. Broadway, Musicals. Softcover. 216 pages. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.240992).

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-3461-75

Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR337). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2005. Duration 6 minutes, 58 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3461-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3461-75).

Reflective, joyous and uplifting are but a few of the words that best describe this highly dramatic work by noted composer James Swearingen. Intended as a tribute, this composition musically celebrates three wonderful high school students whose lives were all tragically taken. Great compositional writing, memorable themes and an emotional middle section based on an old English hymn, all combine to create an outstanding piece that is well-suited for contest and festival use. Your students will greatly benefit from the various solo opportunities and the powerful ending will leave your audience with a tremendous feeling of hope and resolve. Incredibly stunning!

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 3

SKU: FJ.B1738

Composed by Erik Morales. Concert Band. FJH Concert Band. Pop. Score and Part(s). Duration 4:30. The FJH Music Company Inc #98-B1738. Published by The FJH Music Company Inc (FJ.B1738).

UPC: 241444392126. English.

This clever yet serious work is designed with intentional tonal misdirection. Elements of tonality work in tandem with dissonance so that simple melodies do not resolve in a manner that is expected. Highly original music that constantly takes the listener on a series of unexpected turns that culminate in a powerful, satisfying ending.

About FJH Concert Band

Desig ned for high school groups and upper-level middle school groups. Independence is encouraged, but many lines are cross-cued. Usually includes an expanded percussion section. Grades 3 - 3.5

Choral TBB Voices with Piano and optional Horn in F

SKU: CF.CM9483

Composed by Tim Winebrenner. Fold. Performance Score. With Standard notation. 8 pages. Duration 2 minutes, 34 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #CM9483. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.CM9483).

ISBN 9781491145876. UPC: 680160903375. 6.875 x 10.5 inches. Key: C major. Walt Whitman (1819-1892).

Hush'd Be the Camps Today is a little-known Walt Whitman text, his first poetic word following the death of President Abraham Lincoln. Winebrenner uses Whitman's message and challenge: profound grief and resolve to carry on. A significant addition to any fall, spring, or patriotic concert program, men's ensembles will develop musically while learning this impactful song.

Orchestra violin 1, violin 2, violin 3, viola, cello, bass - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YAS221

Composed by Todd Parrish. Set of Score and Parts. Duration 2 minutes, 27 seconds. Carl Fischer Music #YAS221. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YAS221).

ISBN 9781491162699. UPC: 680160921447. Key: G major.

Resolute was composed to celebrate the enduring spirit of those who persevere and overcome difficult challenges with fearless determination. Set in G major, this triumphant theme features a strong, accented melody and energetic accompaniments that frequently utilize double-stops for a resounding effect. The shadows of hardship are heard in a brief shift to E minor before the victorious melody returns with joy that defies darkness with courageous hope. The same way we support each other through trials, many melodies and countermelodies are doubled between sections to portray strength and resolve.Resolute was premiered by the East River High School Orchestra in May of 2022 under the direction of Mr. Scott Friedberg in honor of the orchestra’s 4-year anniversary, and dedicated to the courageous students who continued to make music through the pandemic, demonstrating determination and tenacity in their passionate pursuit of musical excellence.

About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series

Thi s series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
--Occasionally extending to third position
--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty
--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts
--Viola T.C. part included
--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels

Composed by Jeremy Bell. Concert Band. Concert Band; Part(s); Score. Young Symphonic. Patriotic. Grade 2.5. 132 pages. Published by Alfred Music

For Symphonic Band. Composed by James Barnes. LKM Music. Concert, Contest. Softcover. Southern Music Company #S1005CB. Published by Southern Music Company

(Concerto No. 1 for Marimba, Strings and Percussion). Composed by Gillingham. Arranged by Nathan Daughtrey. For Soloist(s) with String Orchestra (Solo Marimba Percussion 1 (xylophone, bells, chimes) Percussion 2 (brake drum, cowbell, shaker, suspended cymbal, crash cymbals, temple blocks, triangle) Percussion 3 (4 toms, crash cymbals, bass drum, suspended cymbal, tam tam, hi hat) Violin I Violin II). Medium difficult. Orchestra score only. Duration 16:30. Published by C. Alan Publications

Grade 3

SKU: CL.012-3461-01

Concert Band. Heritage of the March Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR337). Extra full score. Composed 2005. Duration 6 minutes, 58 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3461-01. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3461-01).

Reflective, joyous and uplifting are but a few of the words that best describe this highly dramatic work by noted composer James Swearingen. Intended as a tribute, this composition musically celebrates three wonderful high school students whose lives were all tragically taken. Great compositional writing, memorable themes and an emotional middle section based on an old English hymn, all combine to create an outstanding piece that is well-suited for contest and festival use. Your students will greatly benefit from the various solo opportunities and the powerful ending will leave your audience with a tremendous feeling of hope and resolve. Incredibly stunning!

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

By Keith Getty. Arranged by Kristyn Getty. For SATB/SAB choir and piano (with optional Rhythm). Sacred: Discipleship, General, Lent, Missions. Octavo. Published by Lorenz Publishing Company

Choir Secular (2-Part choir)

SKU: AP.45447

Arranged by Kirby Shaw. Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Alfred Choral Designs. Jazz; Novelty; Secular; Traditional. Choral Octavo. 12 pages. Alfred Music #00-45447. Published by Alfred Music (AP.45447).

UPC: 038081511870. English. Kirby Shaw.

This swingin' arrangement gives the old favorite children's song a fantastic update! Jazzy rhythms and hip harmonies abound in the accompaniment, while the vocal parts remain simple and accessible for young singers. New lyrics in a contrasting middle verse accentuate the courage and resolve of the determined little arachnid. Very cool!

About Alfred Choral Designs

Th e Alfred Choral Designs Series provides student and adult choirs with a variety of secular choral music that is useful, practical, educationally appropriate, and a pleasure to sing. To that end, the Choral Designs series features original works, folk song settings, spiritual arrangements, choral masterworks, and holiday selections suitable for use in concerts, festivals, and contests.

Keyboard (Masterworks Book). Level: Late Intermediate/Early Advanced (6/6 ). Published by Alfred Publishing.

SAB choir, piano accompaniment, guitar, C instrument - Beginning

SKU: GI.G-7156

Composed by Kathy Powell. Ordinary Time 30 C. Choral. Sacred. Octavo. With guitar chord names. 8 pages. GIA Publications #7156. Published by GIA Publications (GI.G-7156).

UPC: 785147715603. English. Text by Mary Louise Bringle. Scripture: Psalm 17:8, Psalm 22:15, Psalm 30:5, Psalm 57:1, Psalm 91:1–6, Psalm 126:5–6, Deuteronomy 32:11, Luke 13:34.

With echoes of Psalms 91 and 126, and the use of some feminine images of God, this SAB piece is a celebration of confidence and comfort at being held in God's love. It has a most interesting harmonic development that takes us on a journey of harmonic progressions that does not resolve to tonic until the final measure. Guitar part is optional.

Brass Band - Grade 4

SKU: BT.DHP-1206253-130

Composed by Jan de Haan. Concert and Contest Collection Brass Band en Fanfare. Concert Piece. Score Only. Composed 2019. 48 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1206253-130. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1206253-130).

English-German-French- Dutch.

In 1989, the demonstration named the Baltic Way also known as the Baltic Chain— was held in the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania by its citizens in a call for independence from the Soviet Union. On 23rd August 1989, some two million participants formed a human chain, hand-in-hand all the way from the Estonian capital of Tallinn its Latvian counterpart, Riga, through to the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius - six hundred kilometres long. It became the longest human chain ever created and turned out to be the final push needed for much sought-after independence. This historic event became the source of inspiration for this composition. The introduction of thefirst movement, ‘Struggle for Independence’, is based on a nocturne for piano by the renowned Lithuanian composer and painter Mikalojus Konstantinas iurlionis (1875-1911), thematic material from which has been incorporated throughout the whole composition. The melancholic beginning is followed by a powerful theme which reflects the resolve of the Baltic people. The sudden aggressive, dissonant chords and a dominant and—in rhythmic terms—contrary bass drum announce that the resistance is not going smoothly. Just for a moment, we hear the anthem of the Soviet Union in the lower brass, but this is relentlessly pushed to the background by the rest of the band playing the Lithuanian national anthem, ‘Tautiška giesm ’ (Lithuania, our homeland). The second movement, ‘Decades of Suffering’, echoes life under the Soviet Union's thumb. In the pursuit of independence, a peaceful protest is planned in which a human chain is formed across the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. This ‘Chain of Freedom’ is depicted in the final movement of the work.

De Baltische Weg (The Baltic Way) was een demonstratie van de bevolking van de Baltische staten die in 1989 plaatsvond als een roep om onafhankelijkheid van de Sovjet-Unie. Deze historische gebeurtenis vormde de inspiratiebron voor deze compositie. Van Vilnius via Riga naar Tallinn werd een zeshonderd kilometer lange keten van naar schatting twee miljoen mensen gevormd. Op 23 augustus 1989 gaven al die mensen elkaar de hand en werd De Baltische Weg de langste menselijke keten ooit. Het bleek de uiteindelijke opmaat tot de zo gewenste onafhankelijkheid. De inleiding van het eerste deel, ‘Struggle for Independence’, is gebaseerd op een nocturne voor piano van devooraanstaande Litouwse componist en kunstschilder Mikalojus Konstantinas iurlionis (1875-1911). Het thematische materiaal van deze nocturne is door de hele compositie heen verwerkt. Na het melancholische begin volgt een krachtig thema, waarmee de strijdbaarheid van de Baltische bevolking wordt uitgebeeld. De plotselinge agressieve dissonante akkoorden en een dominante en ritmisch gezien tegendraadse grote trom laten horen dat het verzet niet eenvoudig verloopt. Even klinkt het begin van het volkslied van de Sovjet-Unie in het lage koper, maar dat wordt door de rest van de band onverbiddelijk naar de achtergrond verwezen door het Litouwse nationale volkslied ‘Tautiška giesm ’ (Litouwen, ons vaderland). In deel twee, ‘Decades of Suffering’, wordt het leven onder het juk van de Sovjet-Unie verklankt. In het streven naar onafhankelijkheid worden plannen gemaakt om als vreedzaam protest tegen de onderdrukking een menselijke keten te vormen over de wegen van de Baltische staten Litouwen, Letland en Estland. Deze ‘Chain of Freedom’ wordt in het laatste deel van het werk muzikaal weergegeven.

Der sogenannte Baltischer Weg (The Baltic Way) auch unter dem Namen Baltische Kette bekannt war 1989 eine Demonstration von Bürgern in den baltischen Staaten Estland, Lettland und Litauen mit dem Aufruf zur Unabhängigkeit von der Sowjetunion. Am 23. August 1989 bildeten rund zwei Millionen Teilnehmer eine sechshundert Kilometer lange Menschenkette, die von der estnischen Hauptstadt Tallinn über das lettische Riga bis zur litauischen Hauptstadt Vilnius reichte. Die längste Menschenkette, die jemals geschaffen wurde, erwies sich als der letzte Schritt, der zur lang ersehnten Unabhängigkeit führte. Dieses historische Ereignis diente der Komposition alsInspirationsquelle. Die Einleitung des ersten Satzes, Struggle for Independence“, basiert auf einem Nocturne für Klavier des bekannten litauischen Komponisten und Malers Mikalojus Konstantinas iurlionis (1875 1911), dessen thematisches Material in der gesamten Komposition verwendet wird. Dem melancholischen Anfang folgt ein mitreißendes Thema, das die Entschlossenheit der baltischen Bevölkerung widerspiegelt. Die plötzlichen aggressiven, dissonanten Akkorde und eine dominante und rhythmisch gegenläufige Bewegung in der Basstrommel kündigen an, dass der Widerstand nicht reibungslos verläuft. Für einen kurzen Moment erklingt die Hymne der Sowjetunion in den tiefen Blechbläsern, aber diese wird unerbittlich vom restlichen Orchester in den Hintergrund gedrängt, welches die litauische Nationalhymne Tautiška giesm “ (Litauen, unser Heimatland“) spielt. Der zweite Satz, Decades of Suffering“, spiegelt das Leben unter dem Joch der Sowjetunion wider. Für das Streben nach Unabhängigkeit war ein friedlicher Protest geplant, bei dem eine Menschenkette durch die baltischen Staaten Estland, Lettland und Litauen gebildet wurde. Diese Chain of Freedom“ wird im letzten Satz des Werkes beschrieben.

En 1989, la manifestation nommée « La Voie balte » (The Baltic Way) s’est tenue en Estonie, en Lettonie et en Lituanie, les pays baltes dont les citoyens demandaient être indépendants de l’Union soviétique. Le 23 ao t 1989, quelque deux millions de personnes se tenant par la main ont formé une chaîne humaine de 600 km de long reliant les trois capitales Tallinn (Estonie), Riga (Lettonie) et Vilnius (Lituanie). Cette chaîne humaine, la plus longue ce jour, donna une impulsion décisive au rétablissement d’une indépendance vivement souhaitée. Cet événement historique est devenu source d’inspiration pour cette composition. L’introduction du premier mouvement,« Struggle for Independence », est fondée sur un nocturne pour piano du célèbre compositeur et peintre letton Mikalojus Konstantinas iurlionis (1875-1911). Du matériel thématique emprunté ce nocturne est parsemé travers la présente composition. Un début mélancolique est suivi d’un thème puissant qui reflète la détermination des peuples baltes. La présence soudaine d’accords agressifs et dissonants, associés une grosse caisse dont le décalage rythmique domine, indiquent que la résistance rencontre des obstacles. Nous entendons momentanément l’hymne soviétique dans les cuivres graves, mais cet air est inexorablement repoussé l’arrière-plan par le reste de l’orchestre interprétant l’hymne national de Lettonie, « Tautiška giesm » (Lettonie, notre patrie). Le deuxième mouvement, « Decades of Suffering », dépeint la vie sous le joug de l’Union soviétique. la recherche de l’indépendance, une manifestation pacifique est organisée sous la forme d’une chaîne humaine traversant les trois pays baltes l ’Estonie, la Lettonie et la Lituanie. Le dernier mouvement de la pièce, « Chain of Freedom », exprime cet appel la liberté.

P/V/G Vocal Selections. Piano/Vocal/Chords Vocal Selections (Arrangements for piano and voice with guitar chords). Size 9x12 inches. 88 pages. Published by Hal Leonard.

Concert Band - Grade 2.5

SKU: AP.41941S

Composed by Jeremy Bell. Concert Band; MakeMusic Cloud; Performance Music Ensemble; Single Titles. Young Symphonic. Form: Chorale. 4th of July; Patriotic; Summer. Score. 8 pages. Alfred Music #00-41941S. Published by Alfred Music (AP.41941S).

UPC: 038081482026. English.

A warm and majestic, chorale-style piece that focuses on developing musicianship by shaping the musical lines and supporting countermelodies. The tension and release created by the suspensions as they resolve produces elaborate harmonies and breathtaking expressive moments that serve as a musical memorial for those who never saw fame or glory but strove to make the world a better place. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

Composed by Peter Nostrand. For "2 violins, viola, cello, bass, piano". Score and set of parts. Duration "4 minutes, 15 seconds". Published by Imagine Music

Modal Improvisation and Melodic Construction in the Flamenco Environment. Composed by Enrique Vargas. 513 pages. Published by Sher Music Company

Wind Ensemble

SKU: HL.14011617

Composed by Per Norgard. Music Sales America. Classical. Set. 96 pages. Music Sales #KP00706. Published by Music Sales (HL.14011617).

ISBN 9788759872031. Danish.

Per Norgard FOR A CHANGEThe title 'For a Change' refers to the Chinese 'Book of Changes' ('I Ching'), which has been consulted in situations of choice for millenia. In the I Ching, 64 states of being determine the full cycle of the phases of life. From these I selected four, the sequence of which progresses from a situation from which there is apparently no solution, to a (temporary) relief.In the first movement 'Thunder repeated, the Image of Shock', a vicious circle of claustrophobic, closed circuits is represented by the tom-tom part. This is followed by tam-tams and wood sounds, but returns full-circle to the tom-toms.The second movement 'The taming Power of the small' has its origins in the violence of the first movement, but this time lets it resolve in a long glide upwards which stars with voice sounds 'borrowed' from the Beatles' 'Revolution no 9' which are then transmitted to the other instruments.The third movement is 'The Gentle, The Penetrating' in which lyrical poetry dominates with gentle bell-like sounds and delicate tunes. Finally the sovereign, many-layered world of rhythm triumphs in the fourth movement: 'Towards Completion. Fire over Water', the main movement of the work.'For a Change' was premiered on 27.2. 1983 with the Sealand Symphony Orchestra conducted by Tamas Veto. Soloist was Gert Mortensen whom the work is dedicated.

Chamber Music String Quartet

SKU: CF.BE11F

Composed by Jason Eckardt. Full score. 78 pages. Duration 16 minutes. Carl Fischer Music #BE11F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.BE11F).

ISBN 9780825888595. UPC: 798408088590. 8.5 x 11 inches.

Beginning in the 1950s, the CIA became very interested in psychological research beingconducted on the effects of sensory deprivation on humans. The research, that suggestedrapid regression in those tested, provided a framework for sections of what would later beknown as the KUBARK manual, the first a series of US-government documents thatprovided techniques for interrogating detainees. These methods involved radicallyaltering a detainee’s sense of time and environment.Among these techniques, some developed independently of the manuals by interrogators,were the manipulation of light and sound. In order to weaken the resolve of a detaineeand prolong “capture shock,” complete sensory deprivation followed by blasts of light ornoise, or very loud music, proved effective. So much so that variations and combinationsof these techniques were widely used by the United States as well as both its allies andenemies in Vietnam, Latin America, Northern Ireland, and the Middle East.Though the idea of sound as a weapon is at least as old as the account of Joshua’s siegeof Jericho, it was only recently deemed “inhuman and degrading” for the purposes ofinterrogation by the European Court of Human Rights in the 1978 case “Ireland v. theUnited Kingdom.”.
Accid entals apply only to the notes they precede with the exception of tied or consecutively repeated notes.Tempi are consistent throughout the meter changes (Le., ~'=),)=)l, etc.).Grace notes are always to be played as fast as possible. Each grace note in a group should be of the same duration. Gracenotes curtail the previous measured note's duration with the exception noted below.Approximate duration: 16 minutes.

Handbells 3-7 octave handbell choir with optional 3-7 octave handchimes - Level 3

SKU: HP.2764

Composed by Amy Grant and Chris Eaton. Arranged by Sandra Eithun. Christmas, Sacred. Handbell score. 12 pages. Hope Publishing Company #2764. Published by Hope Publishing Company (HP.2764).

UPC: 763628127640. By Amy Grant & Chris Eaton.

Contemporary Christian song by Amy Grant & Chris Eaton
Amy Grant's poignant and haunting contemporary Christmas classic has been set for 3-7 octaves of handbells and optional handchimes. The opening suspended mallets create an ethereal backdrop for this well-known text which shares the inner voice of Mary as she journeys to Bethlehem to give birth to the Christ child. Her conversation with God reveals her fears and confusion as she cries out for God to be with me now. The quiet and subtle closing provides a sense of resolve as Mary accepts her task and trust in her Lord.