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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Street Tango
Argentine composer and bandoneon virtuoso Astor Piazzolla added new dimension to the traditional tango with his use of jazz elements, extended harmonies, and dissonance. His distinctive composition Street Tango is beautifully adapted here for band with its variety in textures, tempos, and almost improvisatory nature. A vibrant and appealing work for the concert stage! Dur: 4:30SKU: HL48023822 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Suite for Winds and Percussion
Commissioned by Prattville (Alabama) High School, this work in three movements pays tribute to that city’s founder, Daniel Pratt, who was one of the leading industrialists of the early 1800s. Including movements entitled “Fanfare for a New Era,” “Ode: The Southern Landscape,” and “Perpetual Motion: Machines,” composer Johnnie Vinson uses creative scoring and intriguing sounds to recreate this period of American history in an impressive work for band. Dur: 7:30 (Grade 4)SKU: HL04002869 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Summer of ’69 (The Music of Woodstock)
In 1969, the legendary 3-day music festival defined a generation and gave us unforgettable musical performances. Included in this powerful medley are: Soul Sacrifice (Santana), Proud Mary (Creedence Clearwater Revival, Pinball Wizard (The Who), Somebody to Love (Jefferson Airplane), With a Little Help from My Friends (Joe Cocker), Suite: Judy Blues Eyes (Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young), and Purple Haze (Jimi Hendrix). This is just like being there – without the mud!SKU: HL04002929 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Superman
When great movie music is the topic, one name comes to the minds of most of us: John Williams. This towering score, as arranged for your concert band by Bob Lowden, contains all of the famous John Williams musical trademarks — drama, power, and massive sound blocks. The medley contains: “Theme from Superman” * “The Planet Krypton” * “The March of the Villians” and “Finale.” Here is John Williams at his finest! (6:50) Medium
SKU: ALCB9906 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Swamp Rabbit Stomp
Commissioned by the 2015 South Carolina All-State Junior Band and written to celebrate the natural scenic beauty of that state’s famed Swamp Rabbit Trail, Michael Sweeney’s Swamp Rabbit Stomp is a joyous romp of rhythm and harmony. Exploring layers of sounds as well as an expanded role for the percussion section, this work also calls for a middle section where all members of the band perform with egg shakers. A substantial work, but with a dash of fun! Dur: 7:15SKU: HL04004490 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Band Clinic
Progressive in depth and organization, this is the fourth of four comprehensive warm-up programs used by Robert W. Smith at the podium of every honor band he guest conducts. This warm up program is designed for use in any key with just a standard student part to be included in the band’s folders. This “Clinic” will provide everything you need for your daily warm-up and support your teaching objectives, as well as accommodate the National Standards for Music Education. There are four segments in each Clinic: tone, technique, theory and composition, and chorale. The recording included is only the fourth portion; the chorale. (chorale only: 1:08)SKU: ALBDM05053 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Highlights from “Frozen”
Using segments from the soundtrack in addition to the familiar hit songs, Stephen Bulla has created a dramatic and exciting medley showcasing the best musical moments from this hit movie. Includes: Frozen Heart, Do You Want to Build a Snowman?, For the First Time in Forever, Epilogue, and of course Let It Go.SKU: HL04003870 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Highlights from The King and I
Opening on Broadway in 1951, and garnering multiple awards for the 2015 revival, few musicals can boast as many lasting and memorable songs as this Rodgers and Hammerstein masterpiece. Drawing on the classic orchestrations by Robert Russell Bennett, here is a fabulous medley for the symphonic stage. Includes: Something Wonderful, I Whistle a Happy Tune, I Have Dreamed, The March of the Siamese Children, Getting to Know You, and Shall We Dance?SKU: HL04004424 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Suite
A suite of five movements with different material. Each movement is associated through the use of one theme. The first, “Intrada,” is fanfare-like, and the second, “Chorale,” features a trumpet solo. “March,” the third movement, is reminiscent of the opening material, followed by “Antique Dance,” which has a modal melody. The final movement, “Jubilee,” is clearly the most intense. The work is an Ostwald Award-Winning Composition of the American Bandmasters Association and is clearly a repertoire standard. (12:23)SKU: ALBDM00054 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Suite from Star Trek
Boldly go where no band has gone before! The 2009 blockbuster movie features spectacular new and exciting themes in a dramatic soundtrack by Michael Giacchino. In addition, the original classic TV theme is reworked in a creative fashion. Here’s an impressive setting for the concert stage.SKU: HL04002907 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Symphonic Suite from Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Utilizing the distinctive “Jedi Steps” theme featured at the end of the film, combined with the rousing “Finale” from the end credits, Jay Bocook authentically recreates the beauty and power of this amazing film score. Courtesy of Mr. Williams himself, an alternate “concert ending” is provided in addition to the quiet ending as heard at the end of the film.
SKU: HL04004653 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Thanksgiving
The theme and variation form is taken to new heights with the breathtaking new work from J. Eric Schmidt. The theme is presented brightly in the brass, and then proceeds with five variations. A recap of the material ends with a short and swirling coda. This new work will be the one every director is talking about this year!SKU: AL23323 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Bells of Christmas
Based on traditional holiday favorites, but loaded with a creative mix of styles and treatments, here is an outstanding production number for winter concerts. Based on Bob Krogstad’s original version for full orchestra, Ted Ricketts has masterfully adapated this for concert band. Includes: Ding Dong! Merrily on High!, Carol of the Bells, Silver Bells, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day and Jingle Bells. Dur: 6:45SKU: HL04002687 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Complete Harry Potter
The wizard lives on! Some of the most beautiful and exciting themes from all of the Harry Potter movies are beautifully arranged into one manageable work. Over a ten-year period, four different composers contributed poignant and truly magical scores to eight award-winning films. In less than 12 minutes the listener can experience “Hedwig’s Theme,” Nimbus 2000,” “Hogwarts,” “Quidditch,” “Harry’s Wondrous World,” “Fawkes the Phoenix,” “Harry in Winter,” “Dumbledore’s Farewell,” “Voldemort,” and the intense “Elder Wand” theme where Voldemort wickedly thrusts Dumbledore’s Wand to the sky! More themes abound including the mysterious “Lily’s Theme,” “The Friends,” “The Weasly Stomp,” and “Obliviate.” A fitting finale, John Williams’ compelling “Family Portrait” theme is used in the finale of the final film to send off future wizards as they board Hogwarts Express! (11:45)SKU: AL39562 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Empire Strikes Back (Finale)
We leave the cares of our troubled world and escape to a distant galaxy where we are enveloped in one of the most captivating ongoing adventures of all time. The continuing Star Wars saga crosses all barriers of generations. From The Empire Strikes Back comes this charismatic medley. Titles include: “Star Wars (Main Theme)”, “The Imperial March (Darth Vader’s Theme)”, “Yoda’s Theme”, “Han Solo and the Princess”, and “May The Force Be With You.” Thoroughly entertaining! (duration 6:39)
SKU: ALCB9705 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Free Lance March
Composed in 1905, this classic and sophisticated march by John Philip Sousa is unique from the standpoint of opening in 6/8, then switching to 2/4 midway. Jay Bocook has skillfully adapted this distinctive march for contemporary ensembles. Dur: 4:00.SKU: HL04003924 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Girl I Left Behind Me
Re-released this year with a new full score and parts, this is the last movement of Anderson’s “Irish Suite” drawn from familiar Irish folk tunes. The Girl I Left Behind Me is a driving energetic conclusion to Anderson’s suite or any concert program as a stand-alone work. All movements are now available: I. “The Irish Washerwoman” (00-83181), II. “The Minstrel Boy” (00-32547), III. “The Rakes of Mallow” (00-30836), IV. “The Wearing of the Green” (00-30835), V. “The Last Rose of Summer” (00-32545) and VI. “The Girl I Left Behind” (00-32546).SKU: AL32546 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Golden Age of Broadway The Musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein II
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4The Golden Age of Broadway The Musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein II
Showcasing the grand musicals created by Rodgers and Hammerstein, here is a marvelous setting of some of the best-known songs ever to hit the Broadway stage. Includes: Bali Ha’i (South Pacific), Oklahoma (Oklahoma), Getting to Know You (The King and I), The Carousel Waltz (Carousel), and Climb Ev’ry Mountain (The Sound of Music). Relive this golden age of songwriting with this terrific arrangement.SKU: HL04002691 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Iliad (from The Odyssey (Symphony No. 2))
Calls to war are the prelude to this first movement of Robert W. Smith’s Second Symphony for band, based on the classic story of ‘The Odyssey’. You’ll experience the squeaky wheels of the Trojan horse, the forest burning, and the sword fight amidst the distinguished regal melodies and energetic rhythms that drive to a conclusion. The ocean’s presence is evident in the optional transition to the second movement, “The Winds of Poseidon” (BD9923). Much awaited, this work is monumental in nature. (7:44)SKU: ALBDM00052 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Symphonic Suite from
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Symphonic Suite from
All the familiar melodies from the Academy Award®-winning final movie in the trilogy are woven into this stunning medley. Titles include: “The Steward Of Gondor,” “Minas Tirith,” “The End Of All Things,” “Into the West,” and “The Return of the King.” Incredibly true to Howard Shore’s original film score manuscript, this is a vibrant transcription every library should contain. (11:25)For educational usage/non-profit performances only; for professional arrangements, visit our rental library at alfred.com/rental.
SKU: ALCBM04005 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, Symphonic Suite from
From the second blockbuster film score, Jerry Brubaker’s latest creation is an emotional medley including the most memorable themes: “Forth Eorlingas,” “Evenstar,” “Rohan,” “Isengard Unleashed,” “Breath of Life,” and “Gollum’s Song.” The nature of the film is magical and the symphonic band arrangement brings its melodies to life. Pure symphonic quality literature. (7:29)
SKU: ALCBM03007 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Minstrel Boy
The second movement of The Irish Suite from the creative genious of the legendary Leroy Anderson has been re-engraved now with a full score. This more stately movement contrasts stylistically with the others. All movements are now available: I. “The Irish Washerwoman” (00-83181), II. “The Minstrel Boy” (00-32547), III. “The Rakes of Mallow” (00-30836), IV. “The Wearing of the Green” (00-30835), V. “The Last Rose of Summer” (00-32545) and VI. “The Girl I Left Behind” (00-32546).SKU: AL32547 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Rakes of Mallow (from the Irish Suite)
Re-released this year, this Leroy Anderson classic work typifies his musical genius. Freshly engraved with a full score for the first time, Anderson’s own arrangement of the third movement from his Irish Suite is full of excitement and energy. Three movements of the six-movement suite are now available for concert band. The remaining three movements will be released in 2010. Performable as a stand-alone work, or in tandem with the rest of the movements. (I. The Irish Washerwoman – item 83181 and IV. The Wearing of the Green – item 30835)SKU: AL30836 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Rebellion Is Reborn from Star Wars: The Last Jedi
From Episode VIII of the Star Wars saga, here is a masterful setting for mature bands. Based on the “concert” edition created by Mr. Williams himself, The Rebellion is Reborn brings the excitement and drama of The Last Jedi to the symphonic stage.SKU: HL04005451
