Concert Band Grade: 3.5
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Theme and Tirade
The opening of this unique work features a gentle and serene theme traded between clarinet, oboe and trumpet soloists played over a lush harmonic background. The mood shifts abruptly, however, as the “tirade” begins! A predominant timpani pattern helps propel this section through a series of angular passages, driving rhythmic figures, a jazz-tinged clarinet solo, and ultimately blossoming into a triumphant and glorious conclusion. Dur: 3:30 (Grade 3-1/2)SKU: HL04002861 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
To Seek the Glorious
This expansive overture for band takes the listener and performer on a varied path of moods and styles. The opening portrays the start of a new day, full of wonder and promise. The second section represents curiosity in the world and paraphrases the hymn “On Eagle’s Wings.” A lyric section follows featuring a solo for trumpet. The next section (“The Glorious”) is dynamic and powerful in nature before the piece winds down to a quiet closing section with a setting of Bach’s “Sleepers Wake.” Dur: c. 7:40 (MusicWorks)SKU: HL04004967 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Tonadillas Suite
Recognized as one of Spain’s most important nationalistic composers, this contrasting collection of three of Enrique Granados’ songs, originally composed for piano and voice, is transparent in nature, and an emotional contribution to the literature. Bravo! (4:30)SKU: AL38360 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Trittico
This release celebrates the 30th anniversary of the first performance of this work by the conductor and band to whom it is dedicated: Dr. William Revelli and the University of Michigan Symphonic Band. This explosive composition with its dramatic use of mood and color is a must for every quality library. (10:42)SKU: ALBD01050 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Trumpeter’s Lullaby
Among the most beautiful of all melodies written by this master of light composition, this selection is well known the world over. Feature your best trumpeter in this original version. The work has been completely re-engraved with a full score for the very first time and all-new, better-than-ever performer parts. (2:56)SKU: AL84441 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Vertigo
This exciting concert opener or closer is sure to take your students on a blurry-ing, room spinning ride! “Vertigo” is fast and furious with its aggressive rhythmic drive and spiraling melodies. The calm contrasting section lasts just long enough for you to catch your breath before you are off again to a whirling finish. Featuring exciting parts for every member of the band, this piece will be a terrific teaching tool while keeping your students motivated and excited! (3:30)SKU: AL37829 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Wild Rose Jamboree
Wild Rose Jamboree conjures up the pioneer spirit and the big-sky panorama of Alberta, Canada’s heartland. The cinematic approach to the music captures the essence of life in “wild rose country” – famous for its rodeos, warm-hearted people, majestic mountains and wide-open spaces. With a high-spirited hoedown and a rich, reverent theme that features a trumpet solo and a flute/clarinet duet, this composition could be a dynamic show opener or festival piece. Wild Rose Jamboree can be effectively performed by a mixed group (junior band and senior band, for example), the upper parts being at a medium level and the lower parts (flute 2, clarinet 3, alto saxophone 2, trumpet 3, horn 2 and trombone 2) at an easier level. Dur: 5:05SKU: HL04004644 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Winds of Change
In recent years, Oklahoma has seen a great increase in the development of wind energy. This development in sustainable energy sources and the winds that flow across the great state serve as the inspiration for this composition. The piece begins by depicting the great open spaces that stretch for miles across the Oklahoma landscape. Small gusts of wind (represented by scalar and arpeggiated passages in the mallets and woodwinds) dance across the landscape. The piece picks up pace as the wind races across the land, turning the turbines and charging towards the future. (5:30)SKU: AL45002 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
With Zeal Unceasing
This high-energy piece opens with a brief, powerful introductory fanfare that leads to a rapid-paced set of melodic fragments, contours, and rhythms derived from the well-known Austrian hymn, before hurtling its way through a variety of meters, interspersed with percussive punctuation. (2:00)SKU: AL48146