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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Orinoco Cocoa
An easy Latin chart for the young player, composer/arranger Vince Gassi blended Orinoco Cocoa just right, with a terrific melody that sticks in your head, written out alto sax and trombone solos, 1st trumpet range to written F top line and a fun piano part. This one has a great Latin essence and is accessible. (4:24)SKU: AL29776 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Our Kingsland Spring (Movement I of “Georgian Suite”)
Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam skillfully alternates sections of light and delicate writing with full broad-sounding chorale passages in a work that definitely sounds more impressive and complex than its easy level would indicate. Dur: 3:25 (Includes Full Performance CD)SKU: HL04002379 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Our Yesterdays Lengthen like Shadows
This uniquely constructed work was commissioned by the 2008 South Carolina High School All-State Band and consists of a series of gorgeous melodic textures surrounding one ever-present note. The listener hears this note briefly in the beginning and the end, but it is skillfully hidden in between. From lush soft passages to crescendos that leave your audience breathless, this composition will provide you and your ensemble with an unforgettable musical experience! Includes access to online recording of full performance. Dur: 5:00SKU: HL04002969 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Out Back of the Barn(Baritone Sax Feature)
What better instrument to feature on a bluesy “bump and grind” swinger like this than baritone sax? Written in a medium slow 12/8 feel, this chart will make your entire band sound great, plus allow an often neglected player to really shine.SKU: HL7011817 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Out of Nowhere
In this medium swing setting for Little Big Band, Rick Stitzel divides the ensemble between upper and lower voices as they trade phrases back and forth. This helps create the effect of a much larger ensemble and adds variety throughout. Also included are solos for trumpet and tenor sax.SKU: HL7012285 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Out of Nowhere
Featuring a medium swing feel on a familiar standard, this effectively written chart for young players includes nicely paced variety between the brass and saxes. A flexible solo section leaves room for trumpet (or trombone) and alto (or tenor).SKU: HL7011553 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Out of the Doghouse
A swing shuffle groove with a hint of gospel, this Erik Morales chart is simply fun to play with a sax soli, some independent bari sax lines, and optional (written) solos for alto, tenor, and guitar. Lead trumpet range is to written A, above the staff. It also has an optional ending with lead trumpet notes up to C. This is a hot chart! (3:45)SKU: AL30637 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Ovation
Introduced with a bold beginning, Ovation transitions to a charming melodic interlude and then builds to a dynamic conclusion. Scored in A-B-A form with a constant pulse, this Michael Story composition will certainly be a musical celebration for your beginning band. Bravo!SKU: AL32458 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Over Slope and Summit
Over Slope and Summit was written for the Mountain View High School Wind Ensemble (Loveland, CO) and its director, Peter Toews. Alpine fanfares and soaring melodies create a musical painting of the five peaks of the Rocky Mountains that are visible from the school’s campus.SKU: AL24674 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Over the Rainbow
When you need a lift, just hum the first four bars of “Over the Rainbow.” When you put such a great title in the hands of an arranger who hears the unique and different, you end up with this great chart. Your students will not need to be wizards to play this educationally and carefully scored winner! (3:08)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Over the Rainbow
Paul Cook brings us this rich, slow ballad setting of the classic tune from The Wizard of Oz. It’s easy to play and sounds delightful. Players and audiences will all want to hear this one often. A great chart to introduce phrasing and style to younger players. Very Easy (4:11)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Over the Rainbow
Do you have two trumpet players to showcase? Here is a ballad everybody knows, scored as a trumpet duet. Everything is written, no improvised solo, the lead trumpet range is to C above the staff, and the second part is to written A. Lyrical and melodic, it’s a sure-fire crowd pleaser. (2:40)SKU: AL33354 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Over the Rainbow (from The Wizard of Oz), Variations on
Initially this lush melody is presented with a soaring trumpet solo and warm full-band accompaniment. Then the variations include a cha-cha version and an oom-pah version. Consider programming all four Roy Phillippe variations to the Wizard of Oz, including “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead” (26767) and “If I Only Had A Brain” (26769). A most creative set of arrangements! (5:48)SKU: AL29621 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Over the River
John Moss has taken this familiar holiday melody and crafted an up-tempo and lively setting all in 4/4 (rather than 6/8). This unique version is sure to be a welcome addition to your band’s holiday offerings. Carefully scored to give every section interesting parts. Dur: 2:15SKU: HL08725134 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Over the Sea to Skye
This setting provides a rich tapestry of sound with the ability for your beginners to make real music. The traditional Scottish folk tune is scored in 3/4 time and should not pose any technical challenges for any beginning band. This charming ballad presents multiple teaching opportunities for dynamic contrasts, full value notes, and subtle tempo nuances. Most musical! (2:15)SKU: AL42137 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Overdrive
Put down the top on the convertible and take your audience on a cruise down the highway with this irrepressible, high-energy composition for developing bands. Driving rhythms and a catchy melody combine with power chords and a rockin’ percussion section to create the tune everyone will be talking about after your next concert. (1:55)SKU: AL44150 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Overjoyed(Tenor Sax Feature)
This wonderful classic ballad recorded by Stevie Wonder is set here as a feature for tenor sax. Beautifully accompanied by piano only in the beginning, a mellow accompaniment follows (with flugels and bones in buckets) as a medium bossa tempo settles in.SKU: HL7012712 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Overture 1812
Most musicians dislike the term “watered-down,” so we asked Michael Story to present this classic overture with musical integrity and honesty but to simplify the complicated orchestral writing to be playable by a very young band or ensemble. We think you will agree: This arrangement succeeds admirably! (1:55)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Overture 1812
Tchaikovsky’s “Overture 1812” is one of the most widely recognizable works in all of music. A bold musical statement, it was composed in 1880 to commemorate the Russian victory over Napoleon’s army in 1812. Scored by Michael Story and Robert Smith, this rendition is a perfect fit for the end of the second year of instruction. The characteristic melody builds to a dramatic punctuated conclusion. Stunning! (2:00)SKU: AL38327 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Overture de Argentina
One of the most fascinating attractions of performance music in almost any medium is the discover and interpretation of sounds that closely identify with cultures as they have developed in nations or regions of our world. With a strong rhythmic drive and intensity, complete with expanded percussion, this work is an overture that celebrates the musical heritage of Latin America. It is a guaranteed audience pleaser with huge potential for effective concert or contest exposure. (5:15)SKU: ALBDM00003 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Overture from Egyptian Nights
Transcribed from the notorious Russian composer, Anton Stepanovich Arensky, this overture to his ballet suite is reminiscent of his predominantly romantic and classical repertoire. Scored with vivid colors and timbres for concert band, this charming work will be well received as a concert or contest work. (6:30)SKU: AL42203 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Overture on a Hymn Tune
Overture on a Hymn Tune is based on “The Old Ship Of Zion” which is found in the Early American Sacred Harp songbook. Johnnie Vinson uses a fast-slow-fast overture format to give this wonderful melody an appealing setting with plenty of variety and musicality. The slow middle section is a rhapsodic treatment of the main melody, while the two fast segments offer appealing and upbeat settings sure to be enjoyed by all. Skillfully scored to sound full with inexperienced players. Dur: 3:30SKU: HL04003197 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Overture to Rienzi
The majesty of Richard Wagner’s epic overture really comes through in its first available arrangement for young bands by composer Mark Williams. Performable in either a fast 4/4 or a slow “cut-time”, this piece is a great introduction to the works of this giant of the German Romantic period.SKU: AL22250