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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Percy Grainger Portrait
The boundless energy and passion for life of Australian-born composer Percy Aldridge Grainger is reflected in the four works included in this eclectic sampling of his music: “Irish Tune From County Derry,” “Mock Morris,” “My Robin Is To The Greenwood Gone,” and closing with “Children’s March: Over the Hills and Far Away.” Combining Grainger’s genius with a contemporary scoring by Douglas Wagner, this one is a sure-fire winner!SKU: AL32521 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Prairie Portrait
A Prairie Portrait was inspired by the poetry of Carl Sandburg. The lyrical quality of the music is a testament to the loving words he wrote as a tribute to his birthplace. The pioneer spirit shines through the opening of the work, full of youthful optimism and energy. The lyrical section that follows represents the poet’s “hankering” for another day and beautiful night on the prairie, giving us the warm feelings of love and security we all feel about the place we call home.SKU: AL24668 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Quiet Music
This flowing work commences with dignity and charm. The teaching possibilities, such as legato, control, and dynamic shadings, are limitless. As rewarding to play as it is to hear, “A Quiet Music” will present programming opportunities year after year. Enjoy the seamless flow of the pensive melody and harmony in the fabric of this cherished work! (4:11)SKU: AL29610 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Ralph Vaughan Williams Portrait
Vaughan Williams’ work represents the height of English Post-Romanticism after the turn of the century, which was characterized by fervent nationalistic spirit and a corresponding surge of interest in discovering, preserving, and performing traditional folk music. This arrangement includes elements of “Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis,” A Sea Symphony, “Linden Lea,” and “Overture to The Wasps,” all seamlessly intertwined.SKU: AL46618 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Renaissance Pageant
Take a vacation to the beautiful Renaissance era with A Renaissance Pageant. Comprised of three dances compiled by Praetorius, this arrangement captures the spirit of the days of yore and yields beautiful melodies and interesting rhythms for dancing. Let each section shine on your next concert with A Renaissance Pageant.SKU: AL20548 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
A River Trilogy
A River Trilogy provides a wonderful opportunity for first year bands to work on legato style. After an original introduction, the full ensemble plays the African-American spiritual “Deep River.” A clarinet and flute duet ushers in the early English folk song “The Water is Wide,” and the full band concludes with a lovely treatment of the American classic “Shenandoah.” (2:15)Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 28.
SKU: AL29438 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Salute to Benny Goodman
One of the greatest big band leaders of all time is duly honored in this medley of jazz standards. Jeff Hest has reworked these jazz masterpieces into a tightly knit mixture of Benny’s best that will appeal to both performer and audience alike. It’s a perfect opportunity to teach your students some historic (and immensely popular) jazz. (6:20)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Salute to Glenn Miller
The music of Glenn Miller is timeless. Arranger/transcriber Jeff Hest pays tribute with a medley of three big hits from the big band era, when Miller was king. All of the patented Glenn Miller sounds are meticulously written into this fine arrangement. It’s a wonderful teaching tool and a sure-fire audience favorite. Easy (5:45)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4.5
A Salute to Glenn Miller II
The Glenn Miller legacy is an essential part of American history. Jeff Hest has arranged three more Glenn Miller hits in his second salute to the legendary bandleader. This tribute begins with the traditional sax section soli and the memorable Bobby Hackett trumpet solo in “String of Pearls,” continues with a ticket on the ever-popular “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and closes with the powerful classic “American Patrol.” A great teaching tool with sure-fire audience appeal: the timeless Glenn Miller sound.SKU: ALJEM01049 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
A Shaker March
Here’s a charming and unique march-style arrangement of the well-known Shaker melody “The Gift to be Simple.” Countermelodies and contrasting question-and-answer sections add plenty of musical interest without over-extending the technique of your beginning band. Add a slice of Americana to your next concert!SKU: AL16596 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Simple Song (from Mass)
From Leonard Bernstein’s masterwork Mass, this tuneful ballad has become its best-known and most often recorded song. Here is a beautifully poignant setting for band, authentically transcribed by Michael Sweeney, that features a trumpet soloist (or flugelhorn) as well as short solo spots for baritone or trombone. (Grade 3)SKU: HL48020910 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Song for Horace(With Deep Thanks to Horace Silver)
Composed as a tribute to jazz great Horace Silver, this chart is set in a moderate cha-cha groove and includes marvelous melodic lines and outstanding ensemble writing. Also included is a brief double time section and solo for tenor sax.SKU: HL7011684 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Song for You (Tenor Sax Feature)
Composed in 1970, A Song For You has over the years become one of Leon Russell’s most popular songs; recorded by countless artists including Peggy Lee, Michael Bublé, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and many others. Here is a standout version for jazz ensemble arranged as a solo feature for tenor sax.SKU: HL7012984 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4.5
A Symphonic Celebration
This energetic and uplifting piece features tuneful melodies and playful rhythms in various meters. Colorful orchestration and moments of lyricism add to the variety of styles and textures, providing a joyful showcase for advanced ensembles.SKU: AL47289 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Thousand Years (from The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1)
Initially featured in the blockbuster movie The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 and recorded by Christina Perri, this powerful ballad enjoys continued popularity. A rare pop tune in 3/4 time, this effective arrangement for band features lyrical melodies, careful pacing, and nicely varied textures.SKU: HL04004260 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 0.5
A Touch of Honey
Here’s a great opportunity to discuss and teach balance, expression, phrasing, and dynamics to your very beginning jazz students. You can hear it for yourself in this superb chart by master arranger Victor López. No improvised solos, but a haunting written solo by trumpet or optional flute starts things off and it gets even more lyrical with simple and easy-to-play moving lines. Fast preparation, minimal technical demands, and plenty of optional parts make this the ideal ballad chart for any performance setting. This melody will stick with you for weeks – the title says it all.SKU: ALJEM03007 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Touch of Jazz!
In the words of the great Duke Ellington, ‘It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing),’ and that song title is just one of the tasty morsels in this concert band salute to the world of jazz. The medley just plain cooks when these other classics are added to the pot: The Swingin’ Shepherd Blues * ‘Round Midnight * Take Five * Li’l Darlin’ * C Jam Blues * Cute. Cool, man! (6:25)
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 4
A Tribute to Artie Shaw
Here is a re-creation and transcription of three classic hits made famous by the late, great clarinetist Artie Shaw. Arranger Jeff Hest has gone the extra mile to provide an accurate transcription of “What Is This Thing Called Love,” Softly as in a Morning Sunrise,” and “Begin the Beguine.” To keep this chart accessible, the solo clarinet part is playable by a competent clarinetist. An optional baritone sax part is included. A wonderful arrangement!SKU: AL24862
