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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Shepherd’s Carol (based on “The First Noel”)
Using a beloved carol as a point of departure, John has crafted a marvelous piece for holiday concerts. Sensitive and lyrical in nature, it also features nice emotional pacing and superb scoring for young bands. Dur: 2:40SKU: HL8725136 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Simple Song (from Mass)
From Leonard Bernstein’s masterwork Mass, this tuneful ballad has become its best-known and most often recorded song. Here is a beautifully poignant setting for band, authentically transcribed by Michael Sweeney, that features a trumpet soloist (or flugelhorn) as well as short solo spots for baritone or trombone. (Grade 3)SKU: HL48020910 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4.5
A Symphonic Celebration
This energetic and uplifting piece features tuneful melodies and playful rhythms in various meters. Colorful orchestration and moments of lyricism add to the variety of styles and textures, providing a joyful showcase for advanced ensembles.SKU: AL47289 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
A Thousand Years (from The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 1)
Initially featured in the blockbuster movie The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 and recorded by Christina Perri, this powerful ballad enjoys continued popularity. A rare pop tune in 3/4 time, this effective arrangement for band features lyrical melodies, careful pacing, and nicely varied textures.SKU: HL04004260 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Touch of Jazz!
In the words of the great Duke Ellington, ‘It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing),’ and that song title is just one of the tasty morsels in this concert band salute to the world of jazz. The medley just plain cooks when these other classics are added to the pot: The Swingin’ Shepherd Blues * ‘Round Midnight * Take Five * Li’l Darlin’ * C Jam Blues * Cute. Cool, man! (6:25)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Tribute to Marvin Hamlisch
The musical world celebrates the multi-faceted life achievements of Marvin Hamlisch as composer for stage and film, conductor, arranger, and entertainer. This well-paced tribute features some of his best-known works. Includes: They’re Playing My Song, What I Did For Love, The Entertainer, The Way We Were, and One.SKU: HL4003310 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
A Very Respectable Hobbit (from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey)
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1A Very Respectable Hobbit (from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey)
A very playable, choice selection from the hit movie The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, this tune will delight audiences and players alike. Crafted specifically for beginners in their first or second year of instruction, solo sections are included which easily divide between sections to spread the fame. (2:30)For educational usage/non-profit performances only; for professional arrangements, visit our rental library at alfred.com/rental.
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A Virginia Trilogy
John O’Reilly has musically depicted three distinct areas of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The three movements-“City Rhythms,” “Colonial Williamsburg,” and “Shenandoah Mountains” -will musically challenge any ensemble with its contrasting styles. Perfect for concert or contest.SKU: AL23325 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Westward Expedition
A Westward Expedition is a musical tribute to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Louis and Clark expedition and its mission to explore the uncharted West. After a powerful introduction, the main theme is introduced in a spirited Allegro section, portraying the excitement as the Corps of Discovery set out on its westward journey. This is followed by the lush and beautiful Andante section, which depicts the thousands of miles of spectacular mountains, rivers and wildlife encountered along the route. The anticipation and thrill of reaching the Pacific Ocean (upon arriving at what is now the state of Oregon) is brought to life with a recapitulation of the opening theme, bringing the historic journey to an exciting end.SKU: AL22289 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A Winter’s Carol
Yet another masterful holiday arrangement from Mark Williams! A slow, wintry opening sets the tone for a lovely rendition of “O Come, O Come, Immanuel.” The hand-off of running sixteenth notes give students a chance to hone their ensemble skills. A contrasting tutti section provides a rich, majestic scoring of the popular carol, with flourishes in the brass. The closing Adagio section returns to the somber mood of the opening. A wonderful mood-setter for holiday programs!SKU: AL16503 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A Winter’s Night (based on “Silent Night”)
Though “Silent Night” has been arranged for band many times before, this unique setting by Rick Kirby deserves special attention. An oboe solo (cued for alto sax) accompanied by piano sets the stage for an impressive rhapsodic approach that includes lush full ensemble passages with harmonic twists, solos for recorder (flute), bassoon (tenor sax) and euphonium. Rick’s beautiful rendering ends with the band singing “Silent Night” in unison. Sure to become a holiday highlight.SKU: HL04003085 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
A Yiddish Lullaby
“Raisins and Almonds” (Rozhinkes mit Mandlen) is a Jewish lullaby by Abraham Goldfaden (1840–1908) that has become so well-known that it is now considered a folk song. It is a common lullaby among European Jews (Ashkenazim). Correlated to Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 2, Level 2, this lovely arrangement of this beautiful song allows bands to play with expression and color, lending a charming and heartfelt moment to any concert. (3:00)SKU: AL37786 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
A Zillion Nickels
When you look out at the ocean, what does it resemble? This unique, driving composition paints that picture. The upper Atlantic beaches hold many stories, from beautifully scenic sunrises to the wrath of Hurricane Sandy. Three high schools in Toms River, New Jersey commissioned the musical depiction of their celebrated shore, from joy to turbulence. The heavy emphasis on percussion only adds to the exciting build and powerful ending. Dur: 4:15SKU: HL4004312 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A.B.A. Symphonic March (Kitty Hawk)
Formerly published as Kitty Hawk, this energetic contemporary concert march was commissioned by the American Bandmasters Association. For mature groups this represents an important addition to the march repertoire with its fresh-sounding harmonic structure and creative twists and turns.SKU: HL04002977 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Abaco Overture
This moving new work is inspired by the wild Spanish Barb horses of Abaco, whose existence has been known since the colonization of the Bahamas. Abaco Overture, in contemporary overture-style, includes reminiscent horse-hoof sounds intertwined with the energetic melodic components built upon the rhythmic foundation. It’s a stately addition to the young band literature and correlated to work with Band ExpressionsTM Book Two. (5:16)SKU: ALBDM05043 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
ABBA on Broadway
Concert Band – Grade 3From the radio airwaves of the ’70s to the bright lights of the Broadway stage, the music of ABBA continues to excite listeners everywhere! Michael’s well-paced medley of hits includes I Have a Dream; Mamma Mia; S.O.S.; Knowing Me, Knowing You; The Winner Takes It All and Dancing Queen.
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Abbey Road – A Symphonic Portrait
The Beatles’ landmark album Abbey Road was the last one recorded by the band and is considered by many to be their best. This dynamic and creative setting for band includes: Come Together, Something, Maxwell’s Silver Hammer, She Came in Through the Bathroom Window, You Never Give Me Your Money and The End. Sure to become a classic!SKU: HL04002931 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Above and Beyond
Written as a celebratory piece, Above and Beyond is a stirring overture that explodes with energy and enthusiasm – a tribute to the quest for the extraordinary and the desire to do more than is required. Built around three distinct themes which are organically developed, the work contains powerful and triumphant melodies, driving percussion, dynamic contrasts and a marvelous “cantabile.” This exhilarating concert opener exemplifies joy and spirit.SKU: HLPC23532 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Academic Festival Overture
Brahms’s Academic Festival Overture was composed in the summer of 1880 for the conferment of his own honorary doctorate of philosophy degree by Breslau University. The piece is based on a number of student songs that would have been familiar to those in attendance at the time. The themes derived from four of those songs have been used in this arrangement for young band and are presented in the same order in which they appear in Brahms’s original. Careful attention to the written dynamics and articulations will aid your students in creating an authentic performance of this transcription. A perfect choice for young bands at festival.SKU: AL20709
