Robert Longfield
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Fanfare for a Celebration
Perfect as a concert opener, this energetic piece uses a pulsating rhythmic pattern to build intensity, along with strong melodic fragments passed around the entire band. A brief contrasting middle theme in minor sets up the dramatically faster and exciting final strain. Dur: 2:35SKU: HL04003065 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Five Little Dances
Paul Creston was one of the most performed composers of the 1940s and ’50s, and his music remains important and relevant today. His unique rhythmic and harmonic style is apparent in his piano work Five Little Dances. Robert Longfield’s marvelous adaptation for band retains the character and charm of these delightful dances. Dur: 6:40SKU: HL50498647 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Gabriel’s Oboe (from The Mission) For soloist and band
Oscar-winning composer Ennio Morricone has provided Hollywood with some of its monumental film scores, including the engaging music from The Mission. This beautiful and flexible setting for soloist and band can feature oboe, flute, clarinet, trumpet, or alto sax. Dur: 2:55SKU: HL04001159 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Greensleeves
Mannheim Steamroller has a long tradition of unique and creative holiday settings. This adaptation for band from A Fresh Aire Christmas starts out calmly with woodwinds and a flugelhorn solo, then uses a variety of textures and counterlines to build intensity throughout, culminating in a powerful full ensemble statement. A terrific choice for any holiday concert.SKU: HL04003109 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Hey Jude
Recorded by the Beatles in 1968, this classic ballad has remained popular through the years. This arrangement for young players opens with a trumpet solo followed by a statement in the woodwinds. The lower voices then get a chance at the melody before the full band takes over on the familiar chorus. Sure to be a favorite with your audience as well as your students.SKU: HL08725341 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Kalinka (Russian Folk Song)
In the traditional bottle-dance format, Kalinka is a classic Russian folk dance, carefully crafted here for second year players. A terrific opportunity to teach and perform music, style and tradition from another land. Dur: 2:35SKU: HL04005143 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Mamma Mia! – Highlights from the Movie Soundtrack
From the Broadway stage to the silver screen, the music of ABBA never seems to grow old. Here is an entertaining medley for younger bands that includes the hits: Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, SOS and The Winner Takes It All. Dur: 4:15SKU: HL08725222 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
March from Symphony No. 2
Here’s the famous march from Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 2 skillfully arranged for younger players. Opening and closing with a solo timpani, this arrangement provides a wide range of dynamic contrasts and variety in scoring. From the delicate woodwind passages to the powerful full ensemble strains, this one works great! Dur: 2:45SKU: HL04002609 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Music from Defiance (Solo for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Violin or Alto Sax with Band)
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3Music from Defiance (Solo for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Violin or Alto Sax with Band)
Featuring the exquisite violin solos of Joshua Bell, this Oscar®-nominated score is one of James Newton Howard’s most memorable. Filled with sensitivity and musical drama, this arrangement for band includes several options for the solo part.SKU: HL04001225 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Music from The Shape of Water
Winner of the Academy Award for Best Film Score for the movie The Shape of Water, the music of Alexandre Desplat is mesmorizing and beautiful. Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted these distinctive melodies in this delicate and moving arrangement for band.SKU: HL04005555