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Frank Erickson
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Ballad for Peace
The word “peace has many connotations: “a state of tranquility or quiet, freedom from war and harmony among neighbors”, and more personally, “freedom from disquieting thoughts and emotions”. This piece was written in an attempt to express ideas such as these. The form is similar to the composer’s earlier Balladair (AABCAA) with a modulation leading to a final extended statement of the opening melody, serving as a codetta.
SKU: AL29904 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Barcarolle
The barcarolle was originally a boat song that was sung by Venitian gondoliers, characterized by the alternation of strong and light beats in 6/8 time. The highly expressive melody is first played by trumpets and is then interwoven with flutes, clarinets and other sections of the band. A timeless contribution to your concert band music library. Commissioned by the Hamilton, Ontario Massed Band Festival, 1992. (Grade 3—Medium)SKU: AL5680 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Fantasy on Themes from Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky’s musical progress was based upon impulse, rather than upon intellectual conviction. It was his sincere response to emotional impulse and the freedom with which he ranged over almost every field of musical creation which made him as great as he was. Frank Erickson passed away before he could provide rehearsal suggestions for this piece. This was one of his final numbers.
SKU: AL29908 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
James Bond Suite
Several James Bond numbers have become classics in their own right. Frank Erickson features four of them: James Bond Theme * Live and Let Die * For Your Eyes Only * Goldfinger. Pair the music of James Bond and the writing of Frank Erickson, and 007 becomes musical gold!
SKU: ALBD00777 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
March from the Opera Love for 3 Oranges
This transcription for concert band captures all of the excitement and super-charged emotion of the original version. Its driving rhythms and repeating melodic motifs provide interesting parts for all members of the band. For an electrifying performance, your band will need to play crisply and pay close attention to the wide range of dynamics. Easy percussion parts and practical scoring make this work easy to rehearse. (Grade 3—Medium) A Federation Festivals 2020-2024 selection.SKU: AL5676 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Prelude and Gloria (Adapted from Cantata No. 141–“Wachet Auf”)
The melody, ‘Wachet Auf’ (‘Sleepers, Wake’) was not composed by Bach, but was used by him in three of the seven movements of his Cantata No. 141. This arrangement features adaptations of the third and last movements of the Cantata. An introduction has been added, as well as a finale for the Gloria, for a more cohesive presentation. Contrasting movements offer fantastic opportunities to focus on contrapuntal and chorale playing. (Grade 3—Medium)SKU: AL5675 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Rhythm of the Winds
What a great interplay of rhythms! History will remember this work as one of the most played concert and contest pieces of all time. The alternation of two rhythms—one syncopated and the other an after-beat pattern—form the rhythmic foundation for the work’s theme. This rhythmic pattern has become a staple for many contemporary band compositions. It’s just as classy as it is classic! (5:15)SKU: ALBD00366 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Sonatina for Band
This piece, one of hundreds of successful original concert band works by Frank Erickson, is a suite of three brief movements. The three movements investigate harmonic structuring, contrasting moods, and styles as the work progresses from a simple opening to a dramatic conclusion. Revered as one of Erickson’s most approachable works for developing bands, it remains on contest and festival lists nation-wide. This edition, now with a full score and freshly re-engraved parts, signifies this cherished work’s addition to the Belwin Classic Band series. (5:00)SKU: ALBD00327 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Water Music Suite
Consisting of three separate suites, Water Music is undoubtedly the most famous and popular of all of Handel’s instrumental works. This suite for band consists of six of the more popular movements. The style of the period is carefully reproduced with attention to careful musical notation.SKU: ALBD00733
