Concert Band Grade: 2
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Flight of the Thunderbird
MusicWorks – Grade 2This energetic work makes an impressive statement for young bands. Written in a single tempo throughout, you’ll be amazed at the amount of excitement that can be generated with limited technical demands. Richard uses active percussion figures (augmented with optional additional mallet parts) along with powerful brass statements and layers of woodwind lines to create a wonderful overall effect. (3:10)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Flourish & Festivity
Flourish and Festivity was composed to celebrate the remarkable careers of two gifted music educators, Ronald Case and Robert Lehner of Clarence, New York. The Maestoso sections soon leads to the driving eighth notes of the Energico section which heightens the dramatic effect of the piece. Exciting and powerful!SKU: AL20684 -
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 -
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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: 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 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Four Waves
Four Waves imagines a variety of waves from the gentle lapping on peaceful shores to waves that wreak violent destruction, and ultimately showing that all waves crest and fall. Although not entirely programmatic, your percussionists serve as the catalyst for the last wave. A majestic musical portrayal.SKU: AL26732 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Fright Night
Halloween is always one the highlights of the fall season. Why not add a little drama and excitment to your fall concert with some classic scary themes? Featuring Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Funeral March of the Marionette, Theme from Jaws, Addams Family Theme, Night on Bald Mountain and Thriller, this may very well become the hit of the concert!SKU: HL8725335 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Funkytown
Originally recorded by Lipps Inc. in 1980, this memorable hit continues its popularity today including recent appearances in Alvin and the Chipmunks and South Park. You just can’t help but smile and tap your toes when you hear this one! Dur: 2:40SKU: HL08725214 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Game of Thrones (Theme)
The dark and dramatic theme from the popular HBO series Game of Thrones is one of the most distinctive and effective themes for TV or film to come along in several years. Arranged in a powerful setting for young bands, this is sure to be a hit with your students.SKU: HL04003272 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Gather Ye Rosebuds
Gather Ye Rosebuds takes its title from a line in a poem by Robert Herrick. The poem exhorts us to take advantage of the time we have been given, for all too soon it will be gone. The work opens with a bold statement in the winds, giving way to a plaintive melody in the flute. The music builds to a glorious climax using the power of the full sonority of the winds, and ends softly, in a reflective mood.SKU: AL33845 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Gently Touch the Sky
Gently Touch the Sky will gently touch your heart. Rhythmically simple, this work allows for the teaching of expression and sensitive playing. This gentle, charming piece for young band is an excellent change-of-pace addition to any concert program.SKU: AL20244 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Godzilla, Selections from
From composer Alexandre Desplat’s spectacular score to the blockbuster film Godzilla, this arrangement is designed for students in their second or third year of band. Containing “Godzilla (Main Title Theme),” “The Power Plant.” “Golden Gate Chaos” and “Back to the Ocean” it’s infused with the drama of the epic film score. The arrangement opens with an eerie mysterious introduction and alternates between forceful and melodic themes to a dynamic conclusion. Stunning! (3:30)SKU: AL43121 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Good King Nutcracker
“Good King Nutcracker” is based on the popular holiday carol “Good King Wenceslas,” set in four variations mimicking the style and setting of four scenes from Tchaikovsky’s ballet, The Nutcracker. Have all your holiday bases covered with this creative and inspiring work. (3:15)SKU: AL38340 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grand Canyon Suite, Themes from
It is safe to say that Grofé’s iconic work from the early 1930s remains his most recognized and programmed creation to this day. A master of instrumental color and texture, themes from four of the five program-based movements are included in this arrangement for younger players, including “Sunrise,” “On the Trail,” “Sunset,” and “Cloudburst.” Audiences are nonetheless assured to experience the freshness, the richness, and the excitement of the original score. (4:30)SKU: AL38345 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grand Galop (Circus March)
An American musical phenomenon, the circus march (or “gallop” or “screamer”) was commonly used during the circus heyday as a way to stir up enthusiasm for the various acts and excite the crowds. Grand Galop is a concert march for young players in the circus march tradition, and is guaranteed to raise the excitement level of any concert or festival. With modest technical and range demands, you are invited to play this as fast as you dare! Dur: 1:50 (or less)SKU: HL04003175 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Granite Bay Overture
Granite Bay is in the heart of the Northern California area that was so dramatically affected by the discovery of gold at Sutter’s Mill in 1848. This descriptive overture musically chronicles the range of emotions encountered by those early prospectors as they set off to make their fortunes. Great fun!SKU: AL20685 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Grasp the Dream
When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere performance was part of the celebration ceremony to honor all those who envisioned this project and saw it to completion. Grasp the Dream is a celebratory piece that can serve as an exciting concert opener or contest selection for your program. The character of the music is ideal for ceremonies, new beginnings, and other commemorative occasions.SKU: AL36698 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Green Bushes
Through the years this well-known English folk song has been a favorite with composers including Ralph Vaughan Williams (English Folk Song Suite) and George Butterworth (The Bank of Green Willow). One of the best-known versions of Percy Grainger’s 1921 setting for two pianos, and this delightful arrangement for young bands is based in part on Grainger’s version. Dur: 2:45SKU: HL4005398 -