Concert Band Grade: 1
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
American Rounds
This delightful arrangement for young band features two popular American rounds, “Reuben and Rachel” and “Sweetly Sings the Donkey.” Everyone in the band takes turns with these familiar melodies while the percussion section alternates accompanying with woodblock and triangle as well as snare and bass drum. This is a terrific way to get your beginners playing full band arrangements.American Rounds correlates to Book 1, Level 3 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. (2:32)
SKU: AL36669 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Ancient Moon
Haunting rich textures surround the initial musical statement, which is embellished by innovative variations. The conclusion expands with pulsating impacts aligned with the broad melody. This is Del Borgo at his best. Be sure to program this work on your first beginning band concert.SKU: ALBDM00022 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Andalucía
Andalucía has always been a very musical land, and the Moors that occupied Andalucía for nearly 800 years have contributed greatly to its unique music and exotic dances. Victor López has utilized Andalucía as his inspiration to provide us with an original composition that blends both the flamenco and traditional march styles. Full of fire and energy!“Andalucía by Victor López effectively conveys the excitement, passion, and diversity of Andalusian music.”
– The InstrumentalistSKU: AL35348 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Animal Parade
Imagine a procession of creatures from the wild kingdom marching by as you perform this fun-filled piece. Birds float by, followed by the clip-clops of the approaching horses, mighty elephants, and a brief appearance of lions as the parade ends. (Correlates with Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 1, level 4.)SKU: AL47259 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Areopogus
Areopogus [ar-ee-op-uh-guhs], “the hill of Ares (Mars),” was a rocky hill located northwest of the Acropolis in ancient Athens, Greece. This original Ralph Ford work, created with eerie modal melodic content, was inspired by this alien hill. The work is composed in G minor; your ensemble will sound mature beyond their years. A dynamic contemporary original composition for your beginners!SKU: AL35337 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Armor of the Mystic
This ominous piece offers younger musicians the opportunity to perform an exciting composition and depicts the journey to unlock a deeper understanding of the universe. With dissonance and pulsating rhythms, this powerful concert work is sure to stimulate the imaginations of young musicians as well as capture the attention of your audience.SKU: AL47273 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
As Twilight Falls
The sense of peace and tranquility of twilight on a summer’s evening inspires this lovely, lyrical offering. An excellent teaching opportunity for phrasing and expression, “As Twilight Falls” provides a moment of contrast on any young band’s concert performance. (2:08)Correlates to Book 1, Level 5 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. (2:10)
SKU: AL36665 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Aspire, Achieve
A bold concert or graduation march! Minimal eighth notes, careful doubling, and only six pitches help beginners and ensembles with incomplete instrumentation sound their best. Give your aspiring musicians something exciting to achieve! (2:35)SKU: AL41928 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Asturias
A movement from Issac Albéniz’ Suite Espagnole, this high-energy Michael Story arrangement has an intriguing melody scored around a lush chorale-section. Asturias, also known as “Leyenda,” is a superb beginning band transcription of the renowned nationalistic Spanish composer. A bold musical statement!SKU: AL26700 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
At the Feast of Stephen
This novel setting of the traditional carol “Good King Wenceslas” will musically transport you and your students to the royal Christmas banquet hall of a medieval king!The old carol tells the story of a legendary 10th-century monarch, Duke Wenceslas of Bohemia, who went out in the severe cold to give charity to the poor on December 26, also known as St. Stephens Day. The well-known 13th-century carol tune, as well as additional original material in period style, vividly conjures a lively celebration of Christmas in the high Middle Ages.
Come now ye lords and ladies to the Feast of Stephen and upon your instruments faire make most merry this Yuletide! (2:31)
SKU: AL31699 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Attack of the Cyborgs
Half human, half machine – the cyborgs are about to invade planet Earth! Robert uses his background in composing sci-fi scores for television to create this epic cinematic composition that pits humanity against the sinister cyborg army. Skillfully scored for 2nd year players, Attack of the Cyborgs sounds more impressive and advanced than its grade level would suggest. Dur: 2:30SKU: HL04005116 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Attack of the Cyclops
The driving, accented rhythms of this exciting work are sure to energize and motivate your beginning band students. Depicting an ancient attack by the legendary one-eyed monster, this piece is a sonic powerhouse for the young band. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 19.SKU: AL20661 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Auld Tannenbaum
The entire holiday season is covered in Auld Tannenbaum. Skillfully intertwining “Auld Lang Syne” and “O Tannenbaum” (or “Oh Christmas Tree”), Ralph Ford has the whole holiday season covered in the soothing setting. This one should not be missed! (1:56)SKU: AL29565 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Autopilot
With its catchy melody and exhilarating rhythm, every band member fills an important role in this original composition. The rhythmic theme leads to a legato section before the low brass and winds take over with the melody, finishing strong with the full band coming in for a landing. (2:00) Correlates to Book 1, level 3.SKU: AL45971 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Autumn (from The Four Seasons)
One of the best-known themes from the third movement of Antonio Vivaldi’s innovative Four Seasons (Opus 8) suite, L’autunno (Autumn) is a natural choice for young players. Reminiscent of the fall season, this theme’s text celebrates the joys of harvest time. Though the arrangement has been scored with the limited range and instrumentation of the beginning level in mind, the composer’s festive mood and intent remains undiminished.SKU: AL35343 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Autumn Mist
Visualize the early morning mist, on a brisk autumn day, at a place where the sea meets the land. The lighthouse bell signals incoming ships, and so begins this descriptive musical narrative. A tunable percussion part involves as many metallophones, handbells, vibraphones or chimes as you deem appropriate. Tonal colors appear that are not often heard in music for the young band or ensemble. This is an aural adventure for all! (3:14)
SKU: ALBD9578 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Ave Verum Corpus
“Ave Verum Corpus” is one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most popular works and a mainstay of the sacred choral repertoire. Originally written for choir with strings and organ, this arrangement for young concert band faithfully preserves the spirit of the original masterpiece. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 2, page 25, this selection is an ideal vehicle for working on intonation, blend and balance with your band.SKU: AL24635 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Ayrshire Portrait
Based on a Scottish folk song, this traditional work begins with a fanfare and is followed by the warm and flowing melodic material. Solidly scored, Ayrshire Portrait will complete any program and will be wonderful contest literature. Most charismatic and highly recommended.
SKU: ALBDM01045 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Aztec Dance
Visions of gold glitter in the sun near shimmering temples in the green valleys of the Mexican highlands. History tells of an advanced civilization living before the Spanish conquest. Today, you can visit the sounds that identify that culture. No technical demands are present in this scoring, but multicultural teaching opportunities are abundant. Close your eyes, and four hundred years vanish! (Duration 1:38)
SKU: ALBD9764 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Battle Creek March
After a quiet and subdued opening, layered sonorities build a flow to a forceful, tutti conclusion. There are no surprises and the degree of difficulty is a secure grade 1. This march will serve as a fresh opener for your next concert or contest appearance. (1:45)SKU: ALBD01016