Concert Band
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Asian Folk Rhapsody
Focusing on a variety of playing styles, here is a distinctive multicultural work scored for flexible instrumentation. First is a quasi march treatment of The Bamboo Flute, followed by a chorale setting of Sakura, and concluding with the familiar Korean Folk Song.SKU: HL4005249 -
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: 2
Astronomica
Musically depicting the earliest recorded writings on astrology, this original composition begins with a hauntingly beautiful introduction transitioning to a forceful exploration with a dynamic conclusion. Enjoy this astrological journey that reinforces fermatas, caesuras, and contrasting articulations. (2:30)SKU: AL48180 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Asturias
This transcription of Asturias from Issac Albéniz’s Suite Española, Op. 47 brings new life to the work originally composed for piano and is brilliantly colored, filled with suggestive harmonies and complex textures, and richly evocative. (6:45)SKU: AL32513 -
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: 2
At the Break of Dawn
An original and serene lyrical selection inspired by a beach sunrise, this work is accessible to young and developing players yet not very demanding on the flute section. Sit back and enjoy the musically refreshing sounds. Charming! (3:00)SKU: AL48183 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
At the Edge of Chaos
A musical depiction of a “state of utter confusion.” There’s order in that jumble of sound. Great fun for every first-year ensemble, the work has segments of unpredictable sound. You can predict a tremendous response without fail! (1:15)SKU: AL39499 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
At the Edge of the Sea
At the Edge of the Sea by Kirk Vogel is an energetic composition that depicts the sounds and activity associated with coastal waters. The motion of birds along the coastline is successfully characterized through the use of moving eighth notes, larger intervals, accents and some mixed meter. All instruments contribute to the melodic content and every instrument group combines with percussion at varying times throughout the piece to provide the rhythmic drive for the music. Both performers and audience members will enjoy this composition as part of your concert or contest program. (3:10)SKU: ALPK-0008585 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
At the End of the Rainbow
Referring to the ongoing quest in which we all embark when trying to find our place in the world, Richard Saucedo’s At the End of the Rainbow takes us on a journey of varied moods and styles. After the stark and dramatic opening unison statements, this imaginative works features a lighthearted and spirited 12/8 section with plenty of rhythmic vitality. This is beautifully paired with a lyric middle section that showcases a solo for horn and flowing melodic lines that build to an emotional climax. The fast 12/8 section returns with an exciting and energized finish. Dur: 4:10SKU: HL04004729 -
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: 3
At the Movies with Danny Elfman
This collection contains selections of his “Elfman-esque” moods from Dark Shadows, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Corpse Bride, surrounded by one of Elfman’s most popular melodies from the 1989 Batman film. (3:45)SKU: AL39566 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
At the Movies with Hans Zimmer
Hans Zimmer’s film scores are unique, bold, and unmistakable. His works are notable for integrating electronic music sounds with traditional orchestral arrangements. This collection is not so much a medley of tunes as it is a portrait of his styles and “Zimmer-esque” moods. Incorporating selections from Man of Steel, Inception, and The Dark Knight Rises, this arrangement is a tour de force of dramatic and emotional cinematic textures. (3:30)SKU: AL42213 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
At the Movies with John Williams
John Williams’ film scores are bold, unmistakable, and timeless. This collection is not so much a medley of tunes as it is a portrait of his celebrated styles and moods. Incorporating selections from Superman: The Movie, Hook, and Home Alone, the piece is a tapestry of the dramatic and emotional cinematic textures only this magnificent film score composer can provide. (4:30)SKU: AL44927 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
At the Movies—The Musicals
Musicals and movies are a match made in heaven! Mamma Mia, La La Land, and Chicago are three timeless masterpieces of this immensely popular genre. Incorporating “Dancing Queen,” “Mia and Sebastian’s Theme,” and “Overture/And All That Jazz,” At the Movies—The Musicals provides a memorable and exciting journey into the wonderland of movie musicals.SKU: AL46636 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Atlantis: Lost City of the Ancients
This dramatic and colorful work depicts the legend of Atlantis. Sure to be a favorite of performers and audience alike. (5:30)“This mainly minor piece sounds like its fresh off of a movie soundtrack; your students will really enjoy knowing the backstory of the piece and learning what the composer was thinking when he wrote different parts.”
-The Instrumentalist
SKU: AL33866 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Atlas
In July, 2013, the wreckage of a commercial schooner named Atlas was discovered in Lake Ontario in nearly 300 feet of water just outside the Port of Oswego, NY. The Atlas was carrying a load of limestone meant for the U.S. government harbor in Oswego on the day of its fateful journey in May, 1839. Only two miles from port, a gale-force wind rocked the ship and its heavy load shifted, causing the vessel to sink and all of its crew members to perish. This piece was written to portray the majesty of Lake Ontario as well as the brave sailors, young and old, who navigated her volatile waters. (4:50)SKU: AL44993 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Atlas (from “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”)
Recorded by Coldplay, this beautiful and emotive ballad from The Hunger Games: Catching Fire notably marks the first time that the band has ever written and recorded an original song specifically for a motion picture.SKU: HL04003726 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Atomic Clock
The Atomic Clock is the most accurate clock in the world. Challenge your students to be the most accurate performers by keeping a steady pulse! Energy and excitement are created while using only six notes by incorporating interesting melodic and harmonic tension and release. (1:55) Correlates to Sound Innovations for Concert Band Book 1, Level 2.SKU: AL39605 -
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: 0.5
Auld Lang Syne
Performer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 24)Featuring the clarinets in their low register, along with Michael Sweeney’s unique harmonic approach and a tasty percussion accompaniment, here is a splendid yet easy setting of this traditional Scottish melody. Sure to become a holiday gem for years to come.
SKU: HL00860956 -
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
