Concert Band
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Themes from An Original Suite
This masterful composition by Gordon Jacob has been a part of the standard repertoire for advanced band for many years. In the skilled hands of James Curnow, this classic is now playable by younger groups. Carefully shortened and edited for grade 3 instrumentation, this adaptation adds a touch of class to any band’s library.SKU: HL48020765 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Themes from An Outdoor Overture
Aaron Copland’s An Outdoor Overture was composed for orchestra in 1938 for the High School of Music and Art in New York City, then transcribed for wind band in 1941. This adaptation by James Curnow features the primary themes from the original work in a concise, yet bold and appealing format. The music itself is an example of Copland in his prime, with buoyant themes expressing a sense of optimism and joy. Dur: 3:50SKU: HL48023002 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Themes from First Suite in E-flat
Using excerpts from the first and third movements, but still maintaining the formal and harmonic integrity of the original, this adaptation allows even middle school players to experience the unforgettable themes from Holst’s masterwork. Also, the March movement is very effective when performed by itself. Dur: 4:45 (Grade 2 – Hal Leonard MusicWorks series)SKU: HL04002527 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Themes from Piano Concerto No. 2
The music of Sergei Rachmaninoff contains some of the world’s most memorable melodies. It has served as the basis of at least two popular songs and a musical, and has also been included in at least 12 movie soundtracks! This arrangement takes some of the most popular of those melodies and makes them available to young bands. Enjoy the exotic sounds of this all-time classic! (2:40)SKU: AL29449 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Themes from The New World
Romantic and nationalistic Czech composer Antonín Dvorák’s Symphony No. 9 was influenced by his research on the tonality and rhythms of Native-American and African-American music. Introduce this master composer to your beginners with the selected themes, which omit technical obstacles yet provide teaching opportunities for dynamic shading and contouring as well as diverse articulations. Bravo!SKU: AL47383 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
There Will Come Soft Rains
Most middle-school students read the moving story, There Will Come Soft Rains. The voiceclock in the story is represented by the ‘ticktock’ of the claves, and the music is lyrical and pastoral in nature. This work expresses that we are just a part of the cycle of life and the beauty of all that surrounds us will go on after we are gone.SKU: AL26806 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
This Is Halloween
“Boys and girls of every age. Would you like to see something strange?” Young concert bands are now able to enjoy one of the most popular movie songs of all time. An excellent choice for reinforcing chromaticism, this is perfect for programming at anytime of the year!SKU: HL4009069 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
This Is Me (from The Greatest Showman)
From the songwriting team who brought us Dear Evan Hansen and La La Land, the movie musical The Greatest Showman is based on the true story of P.T. Barnum with Hugh Jackman in the title role. This arrangement of the powerful anthem from the film is a dynamic showcase for the concert stage.SKU: HL04005443 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
This Land (from The Lion King)
Along with the familiar songs by Elton John, the soundtrack music by Hans Zimmer played an integral role in setting the mood for Disney’s The Lion King. Here are powerful themes from the movie skillfully arranged for 2nd year players by Robert Longfield.SKU: HLPC21482 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Those Fabulous Flutes
The spotlight falls on the flute section in this piece as they come forward to present a modern jazz-type musical selection. The close harmony with a “blues” theme, backed by band accompaniment, will set the stage in this showcase presentation. So, sit back and tap your feet! It’s contagious! (2:45)SKU: AL38359 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Three Appalachian Songs for Band and Opt. SATB Chorus
The classic early American folk songs Cluck Old Hen, Poor Wayfarin’ Stranger and Sourwood Mountain are beautifully set for band and SATB chorus in this appealing concert suite. Arranged with various performance options available, these songs may be performed individually as well as together in a suite format. In addition, these can be performed with band alone, chorus and piano alone, or with combined groups.
Recorded by the Virginia Tech Choirs and Symphonic Wind Ensemble, conducted by Dwight Bigler – Moss Arts Center, Virginia Tech, March 26, 2017.
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Three Colonial Moments
Depicting three contrasting and intriguing settings from early American lore, Rick Kirby masterfully brings these images to life in a suite for band. The first movement tells the legend of The Phantom Drummer with unique orchestrational effects. The second movement, The Lady’s Lament, mourns the loss of loved ones in the Revolutionary War, and the suite concludes with the lively dance Virginia Two-Step. Rich in stylistic and tonal variety, this is an appealing work for concert or festival use. Dur: 8:00SKU: HL4004097 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Three Concert Fanfares
These brief yet powerful fanfares will serve a variety of functions for concert programming. Written with moderate and stately tempos, these fanfares are easy to learn but provide a grand and impressive sound for just about any ensemble. Dur: 2:00 (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL04002569