Concert Band Grade: 4
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Legacy of Honor
This impressive work from Jay Bocook opens with a reverent and lush chorale segment interspersed with brief solos for oboe, flute, trumpet, and bassoon. The pace quickens with a grand heroic theme which evolves and intensifies into a majestic climax. The mood calms as this beautifully orchestrated and rewarding piece closes in a quiet and delicate manner. Dur: 5:45SKU: HL04003534 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Legends of Jazz
Showcasing the luminary composers of American jazz, Stephen Bulla has created this rich and varied symphonic setting for mature bands. The medley opens with the cool and sophisticated Miles Davis standard “Boplicity” (from the landmark Birth of the Cool album), and follows this with the emotive ballad “’Round Midnight” by Thelonious Monk. Duke Ellington’s upbeat classic “In a Mellow Tone” brings everything to a rousing finish.SKU: HL04003238 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Legends of the Yucatan
Feathered Serpent, God of Rain and Thunder, Lord of the Woods (God of Agriculture), and Lady Rainbow (Goddess of Earth and Moon) are deities featured in this portrait of Mayan mythology. Inspired by a recent trip to the Mayan village of Chichen Itza, Legends of the Yucatan is written in four sections, each one descriptive of a different Mayan God. Expanded percussion and exotic rhythms and harmonies are heard throughout.SKU: AL31737 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Let the Bells Ring! (Based on Ukrainian Bell Carol)
Robert Buckley has taken a rhapsodic approach to this version of the familiar Ukrainian Bell Carol, mixing original ideas along with the well-known melody. Every section of the band gets a chance to shine in this dazzling and skillfully crafted holiday production number, perfect for mature ensembles.SKU: HL04004422 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Liberty
Comprised of two main themes, Liberty strives to capture the essence of Americana. The first of the two themes is stated by a trumpet duet, then later the full ensemble. The second theme is robust and emotionally dynamic and accompanied by a driving, rhythmic pulse. The arc of the piece returns to the first theme, this time more transparent, and ending on a gentle, quiet note. A rewarding work for winds with plenty of variety and depth. Dur: 5:15 (Recorded by the West Genesee (NY) High School Wind Ensemble, Andrew Perry, conductor) (G. Schirmer, Inc.)SKU: HL50600938 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Lincoln
Steven Spielberg’s powerful movie brought us an equally moving soundtrack from master composer John Williams. Effectively adapted here for the concert stage, the amazing depth and range of the music is at times poignant and understated, and at times spirited and buoyant.SKU: HL04003572 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
LOL (Laugh Out Loud)
LOL (Laugh Out Loud) is a wacky, fast-and-furious barn-burner reminiscent of a circus march or “screamer.” It was written for the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy in celebration of their 75th anniversary andas an opportunity to display their dazzling technical facility and humor. Cartoon-like trombone glissandi, flying woodwinds, dizzying brass and laughing rhythms create a zany and thrilling off the wall highlight to any occasion. Dur: c. 2:50SKU: HL04004642 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Looney Tunes Overture
Music is called ‘the universal language,’ and cartoons should probably have the same distinction. The wonderful humor of the animated characters takes us into a world where anything is possible. Identifying those marvelous Warner Bros. ‘toons are theme songs known wherever motion pictures, television, and computers are found. This medley is one of the most perfectly balanced ever written. It plays itself!
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Mancini!
Some of the most recognizable themes from film and television through the years have come from the creative genius of Henry Mancini. Here is a symphonic showstopper featuring outstanding settings of his biggest hits. Includes: The Pink Panther, Moon River, Baby Elephant Walk, Dreamsville, and Peter Gunn.SKU: HL04003028 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
March from Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1
The Suite for Variety Orchestra, No. 1 (1956) is a work by Dmitri Shostakovich in eight movements that draws from the composer’s earlier themes. The first of these movements is the delightful “March,” originally found in Korzinkina’s Adventures, Op. 59 (1940). James Curnow has skillfully adapted this work for band, sure to become a welcome addition to the repertoire for winds.SKU: HL50498728 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
March of the Belgian Parachutists
This immensely popular march, completed in Belgium near the end of World War II, is a lyrically upbeat European “walking march.” Newly researched by Col. John R. Bourgeois, former conductor of the U.S. Marine Band, this edition contains several strains omitted from a previous edition. Delightful! Dur: 4:15SKU: HL04003149 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
March, Op. 99
Originally composed for band by Prokofiev, this is the well-known version adapted and arranged by Paul Yoder. Although not written in the traditional “march” style, this impressive work is solidly scored and offers an impressive programming choice.
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
March: The Lion’s Gate (Movement 1 from Sea to Sky)
The first movement from Ralph Ford’s new work Sea to Sky is the bold opening to this epic composition. Representing this spectacular grandeur of the structure that begins the Sea to Sky Highway, this march is as well performed within the larger work as it is alone. A dynamic choice to display your symphonic band at its best.SKU: AL26772