Traditional
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Li’l Liza Jane
This traditional upbeat melody has been scored to offer the opportunity to feature solo or soli sections for every member of your beginning band. What a tremendous way to feature your graduating students with a little time in the spotlight on their year-end program! (2:00)SKU: AL39545 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Loch Lomond
Here are two contrasting treatments of this beautiful Scottish tune in a unique arrangement for young band. The tune is first presented using the lush harmonies, full textures and interesting inner lines that have become a Dave Black trademark. The second treatment is an enchanting dance-like march in 6/8 time that starts with a snare drum introduction, followed by open fifths in the low brass. The tune is developed with the addition of a woodwind countermelody before a final statement of the tune brings the piece to a close. Great for working on phrasing, balance and dynamics. And every section gets their share of the melodic action! (2:30)SKU: AL17121 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1.5
Merry Christmas and All That Jazz
An easy to play jazz waltz featuring two holiday songs, “The Holly and the Ivy” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.” The tempo is 128 BPM, trumpet 1 range is to written F top line, no individual solos and lots of optional parts.SKU: AL47502 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
No “L” in Swing
Based on “The First Noel,” “No ‘L’ in Swing” is a very clever waltz treatment of this holiday favorite arranged by Mike Story. Written-out solos for alto sax and trumpet as well as easy ranges and rhythms throughout make this chart an outstanding choice.SKU: AL24831 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Now Rock, Ye Rested Gentlemen
A rock-jazz adaptation of “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” by a wonderful new arranger, Mike Smukal, this holiday chart is at a medium tempo that’s a breeze to rehearse. Plenty of ensemble playing, modest brass ranges, clear articulation, no improvised solos, and a little counterpoint mixed with a rock beat assures you’ll have the hit of the holiday concert. (2:40)SKU: ALJEM04011 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
O Holy Night
A well-known holiday song that begins chorale style then moves into an easy rock groove. Very easy to assemble and a sure-fire concert hit. Very easy brass ranges, written solos for alto, tenor, trumpet and trombone with cues in flute and clarinet parts. Playable with three saxes, one trumpet, one trombone and piano, bass, drumset. Optional parts for two flutes, two clarinets, vibes, horn, baritone horn and tuba.SKU: AL40336 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Oh Chanukah
You’ll love this very catchy treatment of a traditional Chanukah song done here with a Bo Diddley groove arranged by Rick Hirsch. Very accessible for a young band with brief written-out solo statements for tenor 1, alto 1, trumpet 1, trombone 1 with each cued for others for flexibility. Trumpet 1 range only to written E-flat top space with optional flute, clarinet, vibes, and percussion. Clever chart! (2:45)SKU: AL48212 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Old MacDonald Had a Farm
From “America’s King of Light Music,” Leroy Anderson’s setting of this children’s favorite was premiered by the Boston Pops. Scored for developing band yet true to the original, this will please performers and audiences alike for developing and more advanced bands. Gleefully complete with a barnyard chorus! (3:45)SKU: AL47407 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Rest Ye Merry Samba
Based on the traditional “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen,” this samba treatment cooks. After a short chorale intro, the samba rhythm kicks in either cut time or bright-four groove. Written-out solos are provided for alto 1 and trombone 2 but cued for trombone 1 plus a drum and/or percussion solo. A nice shout chorus and optional auxiliary percussion part complete this excellent arrangement. (3:08)“A memorable addition to any holiday program, the piece is sure to be a favorite of audiences and performers alike.”
Mark Hosler, The InstrumentalistSKU: AL36037 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
Rock On Merry Gents
Arranger Victor López transforms “God, Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” into a fun and easy to play holiday chart for your young players. With an easy rock groove, modest brass ranges, some simple counterpoint and a flexible solo section for one or all winds, this is ideal for the holiday concert. Your band will sound great, it’s easy to rehearse and has optional parts for flutes, clarinets, horn, baritone horn and tuba. Try it, you’ll like it. (3:49)SKU: AL29767 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Scottish Ayre
Douglas E. Wagner has scored this traditional Scottish folk song, also known as Turn Ye to Me, for young band. The full, rich phrases combined with tasteful dynamic contrasts will ensure this is an arrangement that can be programmed again and again. A charming work.SKU: AL26730 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Simple Gifts
This grand traditional American folk song is suitable for every beginning band. The concrete scoring of the melody in a straightforward manner allows the flowing melody of sheer spender to dominate. Although it is set in 4/4 time, this arrangement, once mastered, would serve as a splendid introduction to cut-time. (2:00)SKU: ALBDM00028 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Suite of Carols, Selections from
Selected from Leroy Anderson’s 1955 arrangements of the same name for brass choir, woodwind ensemble, and string orchestra, these four cherished holiday carols demonstrate his rich musical tradition. The medley includes “Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella,” “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear,” “Away in a Manger,” and “Wassail Song.” Scored as a through-played medley, the many teaching opportunities make this setting a perfect program piece for your winter concert. (3:00)SKU: AL46631 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Tales from the Sea
A nautical trilogy with diverse styles will have your band floating! Included traditional themes are the bold “The Constitution and the Guerriere,” the lyrical “Haul Away Joe,” and the exciting “We’ll Rant and We’ll Roar.” You can’t go wrong with this highly effective Michael Story work. A stunning choice for contest or concert!SKU: AL32487 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
The First Noel
This beautiful holiday waltz contains great harmony and texture. Easily performable by Grade 1 players at around 96 BPM, it even sounds terrific with reduced instrumentation and includes lots of optional parts. The lead trumpet range goes to written E top space. (2:42)SKU: AL41109 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Girl I Left Behind Me
Re-released this year with a new full score and parts, this is the last movement of Anderson’s “Irish Suite” drawn from familiar Irish folk tunes. The Girl I Left Behind Me is a driving energetic conclusion to Anderson’s suite or any concert program as a stand-alone work. All movements are now available: I. “The Irish Washerwoman” (00-83181), II. “The Minstrel Boy” (00-32547), III. “The Rakes of Mallow” (00-30836), IV. “The Wearing of the Green” (00-30835), V. “The Last Rose of Summer” (00-32545) and VI. “The Girl I Left Behind” (00-32546).SKU: AL32546 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
The Holly and the Ivy
Adorn your holiday concerts with this charming new setting of a familiar English carol. To open, we hear a jubilant proclamation leading to a presentation of the melody in 4/4 by the trumpets, supported with clarinets and light percussion. Soon, the low brass revels in the theme while the woodwinds festoon and decorate. Spirits are lifted with a change of key until we are gradually transported to a gentle variation in 3/4 where all is calm. It isn’t long before we hear the exuberant melody again and all is brought to a joyous conclusion. You’ll be programming this one for years to come.SKU: AL37790 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
The Kings of Swing (We Three Kings)
Holiday swing for the younger player arranged by one of the best in the business, Michael Story. A jazz waltz setting of “We Three Kings” works perfectly to create a great chart for your young jazz ensemble. A brief written solo for tenor sax, some nice harmonies, and accessible ranges make a nice package. This one should come together quickly for the holiday program. Optional parts make it even better!SKU: ALJEM03041 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
The Minstrel Boy
The second movement of The Irish Suite from the creative genious of the legendary Leroy Anderson has been re-engraved now with a full score. This more stately movement contrasts stylistically with the others. All movements are now available: I. “The Irish Washerwoman” (00-83181), II. “The Minstrel Boy” (00-32547), III. “The Rakes of Mallow” (00-30836), IV. “The Wearing of the Green” (00-30835), V. “The Last Rose of Summer” (00-32545) and VI. “The Girl I Left Behind” (00-32546).SKU: AL32547 -
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Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 2
Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
The new Jazz For Young People series! Arranged by Rich DeRosa in the relaxed Basie style of “Lil’ Darlin’,” this chart on “Twinkle, Twinkle” is very fresh sounding. A written out piano solo, modest ranges, and easy swing rhythms makes this chart very accessible for the young player and is guaranteed to be a big success at every concert. Includes all the usual optional parts. Correlated to the Jazz at Lincoln Center Jazz for Young People Curriculum. (2:58)SKU: ALJEM05029 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 0.5
Variants on a Celtic Folk Tune
With frequent use of repeated figures and ostinato with every instrument using only four or five, Variants on a Celtic Folk Tune should fit quite comfortably under the fingers. The gentle traditional ballad uses only quarter and half notes. Just the ticket for your beginners performance early in their first year of instruction.SKU: AL35336 -
Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble Grade: 1
When Johnny Comes Struttin’ Home
This easy-to-play shuffle swings at around 144 BPM. This is a well-known melody scored for young players that features accessible ranges, brief written-out solos for tenor, alto, trumpet, and trombone, a nice modulation, and plenty of optional parts to include vibes. (2:10)SKU: AL46149