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Michael Sweeney
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Celtic Air and Dance
Drawing on the rich and varied tradition of Celtic folk songs, this piece opens with the touching and melodious “The Parting Glass.” The flutes and percussion take center stage on the dance-like “Tha Mi Sgith (A Fairy’s Love Song)”, then finally the entire band gets into the act for the rousing finish. Dur: 3:05 (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL04002573 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Celtic Air and Dance No. 2
Written in a style similar to Michael’s popular Celtic Air and Dance, here is another terrific setting of Celtic tunes arranged for very young bands. This arrangement opens with a beautiful and flowing version of the familiar air Danny Boy. The setting concludes with the lively Star of the County Down featuring the percussion section and a dance-like melody. Dur: 2:50SKU: HL04002673 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Celtic Air and Dance No. 4
Featuring two traditional Irish tunes, this effective work for second year players opens with a sensitive and lyric setting of Pretty Maid Milking Her Cow. The dance segment features the familiar tune I’ll Tell Me Ma with the melody traded around the band and an exciting finish. Dur: 2:50SKU: HL04005445 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Celtic Air and Dance No. 5
Continuing the popular format of previous Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second year players opens with the tender Irish ballad “Ned of the Hill.” The dance segment combines two popular Irish polkas with the melodies skillfully traded between various sections of the band. Perfect for teaching both legato and detached styles, and also keeping the percussion engaged.SKU: HLPC22983 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Celtic Air and March (Songs of Irish Rebellion)
Following in Michael’s popular Celtic Air and Dance format, here are two contrasting melodies associated with centuries of Irish conflict and turmoil. The haunting ballad The Foggy Dew was composed shortly after the Easter Rising of 1916, and is followed by the inspirational march The Minstrel Boy from the Irish Rebellion of 1798. A great-sounding piece for young players with an historical connection. Dur: 2:55SKU: HL04003884 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Celtic Farewell
Music has power to help us heal and cope with the loss of loved ones. Using the beloved traditional Scottish ballad “The Parting Glass” combined with an original new melody, here is a beautifully paced and sensitive musical memorial with a Celtic flavor. A key element of this work is the use of Highland bagpipes. If a pipe player is not available, this part is cued in multiple parts throughout the band (or use a synthesizer with bagpipe patch). A moving tribute for any memorial. Dur: 4:30SKU: HL04004749 -
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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 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Coldwater Crossing
Even developing bands need to be challenged with music that stirs the imagination. Here’s a great-sounding overture with bold melodies, creative harmonies, and contrasting styles that’s still within the capabilities of beginning players. Dur: 2:50SKU: HL04002953 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Cool Blues
Performer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 24)Here is a fun and easy way to introduce the blues to your beginning players. Includes a low brass (and woodwind) “bass line” feature in the beginning, some easy chromatic lines, and tasty finger snapping. Totally cool! Dur: 2:30
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Crossings in Time
Here is something different for contest or festival. Written in the style of a tone poem, this work uses minimal melodic development but builds emotional intensity through changing textures and evolving harmonies. Great for teaching breath control, phrasing, ensemble balance and blend. Dur: 2:50 (Includes Full Performance CD)SKU: HL04002424 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Dance of the River King
A slow and dramatic opening featuring an optional trumpet solo quickly transitions to a high energy section that features outstanding thematic writing, colorful orchestrations, driving rhythms and excellent parts for all sections. An exciting and accessible work that will showcase the full range of your ensemble.SKU: HLPC28642 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Dance of the Spirits
The Native American Cree tribe refer to the aurora borealis (or “northern lights”) as the “dance of the spirits.” Using a variety of unusual sounds and effects, quickly changing textures and surprises, Michael Sweeney has created a musical impression of this phenomenon’s stunning beauty and unpredictable nature. An exciting and unique addition to the young band repertoire, this will be enjoyable to rehearse and perform. (Grade 2.5) Dur: c. 5:30SKU: HL04003051 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Dansbury Run
Designed for second-year players, Michael’s energetic overture provides mature and dynamic sounds at a very attainable and easy to learn level. Combining full band unison statements along with some unusual harmonic effects, this is impressive music for young bands. Dur: 2:45SKU: HL04003466 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Don’t Get Around Much Anymore
Grade 1.5What better way to introduce the music of Duke Ellington to your young jazzers than with this wonderfully scored arrangement by Michael Sweeney? Even at this easy level, this chart really swings and will sound great with limited rehearsal time. Your pianist gets a rare chance to shine as he or she is featured on the melody while the ensemble answers. Later, every section gets to play the melody and there is a solo section for any sax. The final section starts softly with saxes alone, then builds as various layers are added. A great-sounding chart for beginning bands.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums.SKU: HL07470701 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Down by the Salley Gardens
The haunting melody of this traditional Irish folk song is treated here in a lush and moving setting by Michael Sweeney. Even at this easy level, the instrumentation is varied and a wealth of musical elements are provided through creative harmonizations and carefully placed key changes. This is scored in a way that will make even small bands sound terrific. Dur: 3:05SKU: HL04002337 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Down to the River
Here is an emotion-filled arrangement for young players based on the folk tune Down to the River to Pray, which is thought to have been composed by an African-American slave. There is an element of sadness in the music, but also a glimmer of hope as the slaves dream of freedom and being reunited with family and friends. Dur: 2:45SKU: HLPC21012 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Doxy
Arranged in a medium swing/shuffle style, here is a very easy version of this jazz standard by Sonny Rollins that maintains the style and feel of the original. Featuring a mix of tutti playing and call-and-response scoring, this is a great way to introduce a jazz legend to your young players. There is a written or ad lib solo for any trumpet or alto sax, and the shout chorus features a dialogue between the ensemble and drums.Enjoy great flexibility with the Discovery Jazz series! Playable with 3 saxes, 2 trumpets, 1 trombone, piano and drums; includes optional parts for flute, clarinet, F horn and tuba.SKU: HL7012333 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Due North
Composed for a band festival in Duluth, MN, and suggesting perhaps an exciting downhill ski run or possibly a snowmobile chase through the woods, Due North is a fast-paced overture written entirely in a single tempo. Along the way, various moods are suggested as themes and musical ideas are passed from section to section. The percussion section provides a driving, rhythmic pulse throughout. Dur: 3:00SKU: HL04003876
