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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Folk Fest
Combining two classics, Douglas E. Wagner has crafted this charming duo for performers with less than a year of instruction. This setting will make your band sound big and polished while using primarily five and occasionally six notes to perform Hey, Lolly, Lolly and Polly-Wolly-Doodle. Rich and full with a brief counterpunctual statement, this one is a winner.SKU: AL26686 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Folk Songs from the British Isles
In four contrasting traditional themes, Douglas Wagner has captured the essence in his Folk Songs from the British Isles. Including “A-Rovin’,” “Early One Morning,” “Barbara Allen” and “The Lincolnshire Poacher,” the variety of these cherished melodies flow from the fanfare-like introduction to emotionally charged-lilting charm. Solidly scored for contemporary concert band in a most musical fashion, this is sure to be a frequent selection for contest, festival, and band concerts. (4:00)SKU: AL24766 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3.5
Fool Me Once
Gordon Goodwin’s Fool Me Once from the Jazz Band Series is designed for high school and advanced junior high school band. Full instrumentation includes 5 saxophones, 8 brass, and 4 rhythm parts. Optional parts include flute, B-flat clarinet, tuba, horn in F, vibraphone, and baritone T.C. / tenor sax. All solos are written out with chord changes, the rhythm section parts suggest chord voicings and rhythms and guitar chord frames are provided to assist young guitarists. (4:06)SKU: AL45082 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Footprints on the Moon
This emotional original work celebrates the entire United States space program and specifically the July 20th anniversary of the first lunar landing of Apollo 11 in 1969. The piece opens with a majestic and punctuated theme followed immediately by an inquisitive melody. This is interrupted to pay tribute to those lost in Apollo 1 then resumes and develops towards a glorious and soaring conclusion. A compelling choice! (3:30)SKU: AL46619 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Footsteps
The term “footsteps” can have different meanings. It can suggest everything from gently walking, to mysterious uncertainty, to massive marching. This evocative work by Dana Wilson moves progressively through a spectrum of images and textures, gradually gaining in power and drama throughout. Dur: 4:50 (Master Level – Grade 4) (Recorded by the University of Oregon Wind Ensemble – Dr. Eric Wiltshire, conductor)SKU: HL48020939 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
For All the Wyle Eternal
Characterized with sweeping melodies driving dynamic rhythms interrupted with peaceful serene passages built upon charismatic melodies—this musical tribute will not soon be forgotten. Dedicated to Gene Wilder and commissioned by Georgia Band Directors Association, this revered mentor will be remembered for eternity. The catalyst for the predominant part of the material are the notes G, E, and N (either an upper or lower neighboring note), and E—combined with the melody from Mr. Wilders’ favorite hymn. One listen and you’ll be hooked. High energy paired with deep emotion is the recipe for this wonderful work. (7:00)SKU: AL30823 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 5
For All We Know
As performed by Carmen McRae (including the spoken intro), here is John Clayton’s sensitive and gorgeous version of For All We Know. The rich ensemble accompaniment is as much a part of the arrangement as the vocal solo. (Requires woodwind doubles on flute, clarinets and bass clarinet)SKU: HL7011577 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
For Heaven and the Future
The title of this expansive work from Samuel Hazo draws inspiration from a Robert Frost poem, and the thematic material is a creative interpretation of the English folk song Seventeen Come Sunday. Differing from Vaughan Williams’ treatment of the same tune in English Folk Song Suite, this setting remains at a slow tempo throughout and undergoes a myriad of changes through use of harmonic and textural variations. Beautifully and effectively paced with key impact points at just the right moments. Dur: 5:00SKU: HL04004767 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
For Lena and Lennie
Here is a wonderful medium swing ballad based on the version Quincy Jones wrote for Count Basie, and also recorded on Quincy’s own album “Quintessence.” The saxes lead the way to start with, followed by lush, full ensemble writing throughout, plus a short trumpet solo. This very playable arrangement is a perfect “down” number for any contest or festival. (Cherry Lane Music)SKU: HL2501058 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
For Those Who Have Gone Before
Featuring a fanfare, wonderfully constructed melodies, and soaring horn/alto saxophone counter-melodies, this emotionally stirring work is sure to have a major impact on your audience. This would make a great addition to any concert, especially when programmed with other patriotic works.SKU: AL23316 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Forever Holding Close the Memories
Composed as a celebration of life in memory of a beloved teacher, this tender and heartfelt tone poem is very melodic and tuneful in nature. It focuses on a series of soloistic woodwind lines interspersed with richly scored emotional swells and sustained passages for the brass. Dur: 4:30SKU: HL04002663 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Forge Ahead!
Beginning with a celebratory fanfare, followed by a hushed yet animated melody in the clarinets, the music intensifies, growing in excitement and volume while exploring different themes and sounds as various instrument groups are highlighted. After a moment of reflection and remembrance, the original melody returns in a new key, with a new melody joining in counterpoint as the music drives ever faster toward its exhilarating conclusion. (4:15)SKU: AL39628 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Forget You
With a sound similar to the pop hits of the 1960s, this upbeat tune was recording by Cee Lo Green and also performed on the TV show Glee by Gwyneth Paltrow. Paul’s effective chart for young players features a tenor soloist in the beginning, then joined by the entire sax section. The brass get their chance, and a modulation kicks things into high gear to finish up.SKU: HL7011975 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Forget You
Recorded by Cee Lo Green but also featured on the TV show Glee (sung by Gwyneth Paltrow), this infectious tune is written in a style reminiscent of ’60s Motown. John Berry’s arrangement is solidly scored for beginning bands and requires no solos.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: HL7470769 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Forgotten Heroes
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. (3:00)SKU: AL41941 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Fortaleza
An original adventure that depicts the Spanish exploratory expedition and colonization of the Americas. Forceful in nature, students and audiences will certainly experience a musical Spanish journey. Both unique and current, it is certainly the perfect combination. (3:00)SKU: AL48187 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Fortress Variations
Using the familiar hymn A Mighty Fortress as a foundation, Tim Waters weaves an ingenious set of variations to form a significant concert work for symphonic band. At times dynamic and rhythmic, then contrasted with softer flowing sections, this is an impressive addition to the repertoire. Dur: 4:20SKU: HL04002615 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Forty-Second Street
A swinging chart, direct from one of the most famous streets in New York City, Forty Second Street is a familiar melody that’s accessible for the young jazz player. Scored by Paul Cook, this chart goes from a minor to major key – let the students hear it and play it! Containing written solos for alto and tenor sax, this chart sounds full with reduced instrumentation of just three saxes, two trumpets, one trombone, and three rhythm, or it works great with standard instrumentation. This one is fun!SKU: ALJEM03026 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Foundation
Foundation is a true tour-de-force for the modern symphonic band that incorporates the hymn Be Still, My Soul (better known as Finlandia by Jean Sibelius). The traditional American hymn How Firm a Foundation is also woven into the work to create a masterful and powerful composition that is destined to become standard of the band repertoire.SKU: AL26844 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 3
Four
In the skilled hands of Mark Taylor, this medium uptempo jazz standard from Miles Davis works perfectly in this 6-horn format. Carefully using the combination of saxes and brass to full advantage, this one swings hard from start to finish. Includes solos for alto and guitar. (Grade 3)SKU: HL7011925 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Four
The saxes do most of the heavy lifting on this easy version of the Miles Davis standard. In addition, there is a short sax soli and a written or ad lib solo for trumpet. This is a wonderful introduction for young players to one of the most important jazz figures of the 20th century.Enjoy great flexibility with the Easy Jazz Ensemble series! Playable with 4 saxes, 3 trumpets, 3 trombones and rhythm; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7011728 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Four Breton Dances
The Brittany, or Breton, region of France has been heavily influenced by Celtic traditions, retaining much of its earlier heritage from Scotland and Wales. This composition evolves from four folk dances from this region, and features a captivating mix of modal tunefulness and characteristic harmonic drones. Dur: 4:20 (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL04002565
