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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Cheaha Sketches
Reflecting many of the composer’s childhood memories growing up in the deep South, this work rises high into the sky. Original, folk-style melodies along with contemporary harmonies will make this work a perfect contest or concert piece for your concert band. (6:00)SKU: AL42198 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Cheap Thrills
Pop singing sensation Sia created a splash on the music charts with this engaging and distinctive hit. Featuring a moderate tempo and Reggae flavor, the melody is skillfully passed from section to section, while the percussion scoring perfectly enhances the overall effect.SKU: HL04004971 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Cheerleader
A worldwide hit on the music charts! Feature your trumpet player with this soulful melody and percussion section employing congas for the Jamaican flavor of this hit from OMI. The arrangement opens with a brief featured solo and soon grows to employ all members of the ensemble with the enchanting melody over the energetic rhythmic foundation. Get this #1 Hot 100 tune on your next program! (2:00)SKU: AL44899 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Chesapeake
Inspired by the beautiful and bountiful Chesapeake Bay in the Maryland and Virginia areas of the United States, Jerry Brubaker begins this odyssey on a quiet morn, with sounds of gulls riding the winds above gentle waves. The sections of this suite are entitled “Chantey,” “Power,” and “Sail and Festival.” With nautical flavorings throughout, CHESAPEAKE is a celebration of nature’s gift to all who live on, work on, or simply enjoy the waterways of our great nation. (6:54)SKU: ALBD9947 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Cheyenne
Cheyenne, Wyoming was a very important city in the move westward during the 19th century. It was built at the crossing of the Union Pacific railroad and Crow Creek. Today, Cheyenne remains a vibrant community with the ongoing spirit of the old west. An original work reminiscent of western movie themes, it is set in a traditional ABA overture form. Broad and bold with the spirit of the west. (3:00)SKU: AL43105 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Cheyenne Cañon
Written for Dan Bell and the Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School Symphonic Band, this work was named by the students for a nearby canyon. Cheyenne Cañon presents a wide variety of musical styles from the mystical opening measures through the loping double time feel of the exposition to the melancholy strains of the lyrical middle section. The tempo continues to increase in the final section, propelling the work to its exciting final measures.SKU: AL23322 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Children of a Different Sun
Opening with a heroic fanfare, this stunning original composition was inspired by the 15th century Inca citadel Machu Picchu and specifically the Intihuatana stone in what is now southeastern Peru where sun worship was favored. Many historians have come to refer to the Inca Empire as “Children of the Sun.” The work continues with an intense, almost frenzied, component that sets the stage for an active interplay of contrasting themes featuring a melodic statement interrupted by accented percussive statements. A pensive and lush moment builds with strong percussion contribution to a bold and satisfying conclusion. Skillfully arranged by Roland Barrett. (4:45)SKU: AL45806 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4.5
Children of Gaia
Gaia is a primordial deity in the Ancient Greek pantheon and is sometimes referred to as Mother Nature. In mythology she had numerous children, many of whom are of great significance to the ancient Greeks. Three of these children are represented in this dramatic work for concert band—the fearsome Typhon, the water goddess Tethys, and the menacing Enceladus. (6:00)SKU: AL44195 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Children’s March
A true classic in every sense of the word, this delightful Percy Grainger work continues to be an audience favorite. Douglas Wagner has scored this brilliant abridged version of Children’s March while retaining Grainger’s original compositional integrity. The wonderful vitality of Grainger’s unique tonal colors and whimsical rhythms guarantee a superior experience for your concert and contest performances. (4:00)SKU: ALBDM00006 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Chimera
Greek mythology is the source of inspiration for this new piece for young band. A chimera is a fire-breathing monster with a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and a serpent’s tail. Fearsome indeed!! But just as dynamic is this musical tale of valor depicting a warrior knight’s epic quest to defeat the beast. Spirited harmonies and energetic rhythms abound, contrasting perfectly with a moving lyrical section.SKU: AL35373 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Chorale
Written for first year performers, “Chorale” will provide a charming musical addition to programming, warm-up, and instrumental study—especially the introduction or reinforcement of dotted-quarter notes. Careful attention to balance, blend, dynamics, and phrasing will enhance your students’ musicianship. (1:30)SKU: AL43073 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Chorale and Fugue
This wonderful music arranged for young instrumentalists is a testament to the everlasting works of this great composer of music. Composed during the 17th and 18th centuries, Bach’s music rates high in appeal and gives pleasure to present day audiences. These two small pieces are part of the extensive output of this talented musician, organist, and composer.SKU: AL38334 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Chorale and March
Originally published in 1957, with five diverse movements, American composer J. Clifton Williams’ Symphonic Suite includes: “Intrada,” “Chorale,” “March,” “Antique Dance,” and “Jubilee.” A brilliantly conceived study in motivic repetition, development, and permutation, Douglas Wagner has selected the contrasting “Chorale” and “March” movements in this arrangement designed for successful performance by younger players. Drawn from the original edition, the two movements are presented unabridged, with the composer’s unique scoring colorations preserved whenever possible. A cherished new setting for the young band repertoire.SKU: AL35386 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Chorale Elega’nt
This delightful chorale setting from the pen of Elena Roussanova Lucas, is written in an ABA form. The beautiful melody and lush harmonies transition seamlessly throughout the ensemble and will be enjoyed by your students and audiences alike. It’s a perfect setting to teach expressivo, lyrical style. “Chorale Elega’nt” is a most musical selection.SKU: AL24710 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Chorale from Jupiter (from The Planets)
Grade 1–1.5One of the most moving melodies ever written is this well-known theme from Holst’s “Jupiter”(from The Planets). Paul Murtha has beautifully adapted this for the beginning level through skillful scoring and careful pacing. Dur: 1:50
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Chorale Variants
“Chorale Variants” is cast more as a fantasia than a set of variations. The woodwind flourishes purposely infer what an organist might play while improvising on a chorale theme, and the full dynamic power of the wind band brings the piece to a passionate and vibrant close.SKU: AL46673 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Choreography
Choreography was commissioned by the 2008 ATSSB All-State Band by the Association of Texas Small School Bands. Written in overture form, the piece draws its inspiration from dance movements found in contemporary stage, ballet and theatrical productions. The piece opens with fast-paced angular gestures accompanied by rapid rhythmical punctuations before yielding to a contrasting lyrical section with long, flowing lines and many opportunities for expressive playing. The infectious beat patterns and memorable melodic content combine to make this an excellent concert opener. (5:33)SKU: AL31724 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Chorus Angelorum
This poignant and moving work musically tells the tale of a chorus of angels (chorus angelorum) as they accompany two souls to the next world. Composed as a memorial piece, the music evolves from the initial “angels’ song,” their journey to heaven, and their return to comfort those who mourn. The voice parts (performed on a synthesizer or by real voices) add an ethereal quality to this wonderful work. Dur: 6:25 (Grade 3-1/2)Audio recorded by the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Wind Ensemble – Jack Stamp, conductor
Samuel R. Hazo, guest conductor
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Christmas a la Big Band
Roll back the carpets as the Swing Era captures your holiday season concert-goer’s attention. With a brilliant juxtaposition of familiar carols and the sounds of some classic big bands, this scoring soars with sensitive and authentic settings. A guaranteed “audience-grabber.” This one is a must: do look closely! (3:29)SKU: ALBD9870 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Christmas Air and Dance
Taking a similar approach to his popular Celtic Air and Dance, Michael Sweeney creatively combines two 17th-century carols (“Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella” and “Fum, Fum, Fum”) into this attractive and distinctive setting for the holidays.SKU: HL08725284 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Christmas at the Symphony
Celebrate the holidays with the masters. Representing Mozart’s “Sleigh Ride” (German Dance No. 3), Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy” from The Nutcracker, and Bizet’s “March of the Kings” (a 13th century traditional French carol included in his L’Arlésienne Suites Nos. 1 and 2. Three-four and four-four meters are explored with a variety of textures and voicing shifts in this medley of joyous familiar holiday themes. Simply glorious! (4:00)SKU: AL45784 -
