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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Drums-up-Front March
Your percussionists will love being the center of attention in Drums-up-Front March. This great section feature allows for interaction between the drums and the band. Great for teaching rests! Correlated with Yamaha Band Student, Book 1, page 10.SKU: AL20232 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 0.5
Drumtime
An easy drumset feature! This original rock chart by George Vincent is easy to rehearse and very effective for both audience and ensemble. The drumset solo is written out, and may be extended or embellished with additional percussion instruments. Give your drummer some!SKU: AL24828 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Dubinushka, Opus 62
This work is a brilliant Russian showpiece that will inspire your ensemble’s best efforts. It requires moderate technique and endurance skills. This arrangement, although not a faithful transcription, has been revised within limitations to resemble much of the original work. An extremely playable transcription for your next contest or festival, this new reduction of Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Dubinushka” will be a sure winner. (3:45)SKU: AL38355 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Due North
Composed for a band festival in Duluth, MN, and suggesting perhaps an exciting downhill ski run or possibly a snowmobile chase through the woods, Due North is a fast-paced overture written entirely in a single tempo. Along the way, various moods are suggested as themes and musical ideas are passed from section to section. The percussion section provides a driving, rhythmic pulse throughout. Dur: 3:00SKU: HL04003876 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Duke Ellington!
The legend comes alive with “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore,” “Do Nothin’ Till You Hear from Me,” “Sophisticated Lady,” and “It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing).” Timeless melodies matched with a dynamite arrangement equal an unsurpassed performance experience. One of the finest concert band medleys! (7:26)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Duke Ellington’s Sound of Love
Charles Mingus’ distinctive take on the classic Ellingtonian ballad style provides a beautiful showcase for a variety of soloists, as well as lush full ensemble scoring. Also included is an optional solo for flute or piano.SKU: HL7011483 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Duke of Iron
This calypso-flavored composition from Sonny Rollins may not be as well known as his St. Thomas, but Duke of Iron is a distinctive and marvelous tune on its own. Featuring the two tenor saxes and two trombones off the top, this chart is well scored for the entire ensemble and sure to become a favorite. Solos are provided for tenor sax and trombone.SKU: HL7012920 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Dune Buggy
Inspired by the composer’s childhood memories of an off-beat attraction in a rural beach town, this is his musical interpretation of six-wheeled dune buggy vehicles bouncing all about at the same time, with no one belted. With some exciting percussion textures, this one will inspire practice-so buckle up for a great ride! (2:00)SKU: AL38309 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Dunkirk March
This march commemorates a daring sea rescue during World War II in which over 300,000 French and British soldiers, surrounded by German forces, were evacuated from Dunkirk by a huge volunteer flotilla consisting of every imaginable type of boat-from tiny fishing boats to yachts. This work presents a unique opportunity for musical learning, as well as cross-curricular study in social studies/history.SKU: AL22251 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
Dusk to Dawn (Solo Alto Sax Feature)
In sort of a throwback style of slow funk, here is a skillfully composed vehicle for solo alto sax. Rich harmonies and an infectious groove help set the stage. And with careful pacing and tight ensemble figures, this makes an appealing change of pace for any concert or festival.SKU: HL7011921 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Dynamite
One of the rare recent pop tunes that adapts well for young bands, here is the Taio Cruz hit “Dynamite” in a solid hard-hitting arrangement. The energetic dance groove and catchy melody help to make this one particularly appealing.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7470761 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
E’s Flat Ah’s Flat Too
The style heading is simply “fast” which doesn’t begin to hint at the energy packed into this Mingus powerhouse. The intensity is built up in layers starting with the bass, followed by the baritone sax, then tenors and finally the entire ensemble. And from there, the chart just never lets up! Recorded live by the Mingus Big Band.SKU: HL07013940 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Eagle Ridge
This original concert/contest overture utilizes a variety of rhythms to produce an interesting and solid selection for young bands. Both the opening five-note motif and a secondary theme utilizing a dotted quarter, eighth rhythm are developed throughout the piece, providing all of the major thematic material. Your students will enjoy this excellent and enriching musical selection.SKU: AL20673 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Eagles Awake!
Featuring tuneful themes and moderate tempos, Eagles Awake! is a perfect overture for contest or festival. The middle slow section has a short solo for trumpet along with interesting harmonies, before returning to the faster rhythmic theme and a dynamic conclusion. Very attainable for young players and skillfully constructed to sound great. Dur: 2:50SKU: HL04005137 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Early Afternoon Blues
Recorded by Chick Corea and Origin on the CD “Change,” Chick pays tribute to the hard bop era (and Miles Davis in particular) with this modal medium tempo blues. Mark Taylor’s version for young players starts with a small group playing the head before the saxes take over on the second chorus. Including solo space for piano and also a flexible solo section with written samples for all players, this well-written chart will make any band sound polished. (Boosey & Hawkes)SKU: HL48019477 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Earth and Sky
The Native American Omaha Tribe believed in an inseparable union between earth and sky. Commissioned for the Nebraska All-State 8th Grade Band, Michael Sweeney’s Earth and Sky celebrates this ideal with a balance of woodwind motifs and delicate textures (sky) contrasted with an underlying percussion ostinato and feature spots (earth). Rich chordal accompaniments and soaring melodies provide continuity and flow in this dynamic work for band. Dur: 6:15SKU: HL04003380 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Earth, Wind & Fire Dance Mix
Featuring the classic dance tunes Let’s Groove, Boogie Wonderland and Sing A Song, here is a fun medley of hits from Earth, Wind & Fire. The infectious groove and signature horn licks make this a great choice for young players. Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm.SKU: HL7011329 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Earthdance
In celebration of mankind’s connection to our planet, Michael has created an extraordinary work for band using an intriguing array of composition devices and captivating melodies. Listeners are immersed in a simulated rainstorm, the sounds of world drumming, overlapping tone clusters and textures, and finally a dance of jubilation as the piece comes to a satisfying and rewarding finish. Dur: 7:30SKU: HL04002979