Aaron Copland
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Letter from Home
“Letter from Home was commissioned as a patriotic work in 1944 by Paul Whiteman and his Radio Hall of Fame Orchestra. Composed toward the end of the Second World War, this music suggests the emotions of a soldier reading a letter from home. The music has been described as Copland’s ‘most sentimental’ and reflects his own homesickness while visiting Mexico. This sensitive transcription by Brian Belski has produced another wonderful wind band setting from America’s most iconic composer.” ~Craig Kirchoff (Windependence Series editor) (Recorded by the UCLA Wind Ensemble, Travis J. Cross, conductor)SKU: HL48024049 -
String Orchestra, String Orchestra Grade: 3.5
Prairie Night and Celebration (from Billy the Kid)
These two popular vignettes from the classic American ballet Billy the Kid have been staples in the orchestral concert repertoire since their introduction in 1940. Now available for string orchestra, the music is distinctively Copland in two contrasting styles–the pastoral innocence of “Prairie Night” (also known as “Card Game at Night”) and the rhythmic, dissonant “Celebration,” depicting the capture of the famed outlaw.SKU: HL48019290 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Suite from Old American Songs
A collection of three of the most treasured American folk songs including “Simple Gifts,” “I Bought Me a Cat,” and “At the River” based on the arrangements by one of America’s most celebrated composers. Scored for flexible instrumentation, this arrangement can be performed by any size ensemble including orchestra. Perfect for any concert program!
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Promise of Living (from The Tender Land) (Young Band Edition)
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3The Promise of Living (from The Tender Land) (Young Band Edition)
James Curnow has skillfully adapted this classic Copland work for younger players while maintaining the transparency and integrity of the original. Solo lines and chamber-like playing is beautifully offset with rich, full ensemble passages. A marvelous addition to the repertoire of classic adaptations for young bands.SKU: HL48021277 -
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
