SKU: XC.HSO2207
12 x 9 inches.
This clever work details the nightly flight of that colorful character St. Nicholas - as he travels the globe delivering toys!
SKU: XC.PCB1903
UPC: 812598031799. 9 x 12 inches.
The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions. One such time-honored tradition is the holiday band concert, which is often the debut performance of young musicians. Composer Matthew R. Putnam has created a nice addition to the young band holiday repertoire with First Holiday Fanfare.
SKU: XC.RCB2306
This wonderful new work for the Holiday Concert is a clever arrangement of The Holly and the Ivy, The Cherry Tree Carol, Greensleeves and O Christmas Tree. Arranger Matthew R. Putnam knows how to make your band sound great!
SKU: XC.RSO2207
All of the things you love about Yukiko's writing come together to create a wonderufl new work for String Orchestra. Your students will sound mature and be successful with this lush new piece.
SKU: XC.HSO2201FS
Knight Racers is a fast, fun, and exciting new work for string orchestra. Sean O'Loughlin's rhythmic intrigue and cinematic scoring make this young orchestra work shine.
SKU: XC.PCB2206FS
Your students will think the title is intriguing, but it basically says what it is, a dynamic new composition from composer Laura Estes for the least experienced players. Laura draws on her many years of experience teaching beginners to give them a piece they will love to play.
SKU: XC.DSO2201FS
The definition of gravitas (dignity, seriousness, or solemnity of manner) perfectly describes the style of this piece. It contains some carefully placed descending dissonance in the introductory material that is used throughout the piece to make even the youngest of students sound bold!
SKU: XC.RCB1901
UPC: 812598032109. 9 x 12 inches.
A beautifully expressive composition loosely based on an old Irish Air. The beautiful motifs and interesting harmonic progressions make this a lyrical work that will stretch the musicianship of your players.
SKU: XC.HSO2208
Mystery Dance is an intriguing piece of music for young players. The e minor key (providing the mystery) coupled with the tempo adds to the appeal for both students and director.
SKU: XC.ISO2209FS
In an attempt to musically capture that creepy feeling of walking in the Dark, Composer Bud Woodruff brings us a spooky new work for String Orchestra. Perfect for that first Fall Concert!
SKU: XC.MCB2302FS
This charming composition features a rhythmic dance in 3/2 time, a playful tune in ¾ time and a heartfelt lyrical interlude in 4/4 time. These three themes seamlessly flow into each other to create a tapestry of contrasting styles and emotions.
SKU: XC.ICB2011
UPC: 812598033656. 9 x 12 inches.
Opening with an ominous fanfare, Storm Warriors will quickly hook your musicians and audiences with its infectious melody and rhythmic pulse. Matt makes a band sound great!
SKU: XC.DCB2104
UPC: 812598036688. 9 x 12 inches.
Dark and spooky, this work is excellent for Halloween or any other program. Composer Sean O'Loughlin gives us a dramatic new addition to the young-band repertoire with Dark Corridors.
SKU: XC.ISO1901FS
UPC: 812598030952. 9 x 12 inches.
During the 17th century, Tortuga was a venerable headquarters and hideout for pirates! Composer Tyler Arcari brings this drama to the string orchestra in this mysterious and fast-paced piece. Young musicians and audiences will enjoy all the intrigue of swashbucklers and thieves!
SKU: XC.ISO2009
UPC: 812598034479. 9 x 12 inches.
From the orchestral suite Noure et Anitra by Alexandrovich Ilyinsky, this new setting for orchestra of the Berceuse is perfect for all concert programs. Passionate and espressive, this setting will stretch the musicianship of your ensembles.
SKU: XC.ICB2112
UPC: 812598036930. 9 x 12 inches.
With pulsing energy from the opening bar, The Knight Errant moves forward with driving precision, building intensity and energy as the piece develops. Composer Alan Lee Silva carefully crafts a tale of a mythical knight who valiantly searches for adventure and opportunity.
SKU: XC.HSO2201
SKU: XC.PCB2202FS
Composer Chris Ferguson draws from his many years of experience teaching younger students to write a first-six-note piece that will take your students on a music journey to other worldly places. Strong melody content for even the youngest of beginners.
SKU: XC.RCB2302FS
A modern-day March King, Matthew R. Putnam, knows how to write them! This new march in 6/8 time is easy to put together, but sounds just as grand and full as any Fillmore or Susa. A great introduction to the quick marches of yore!
SKU: XC.ICB2305FS
Dedicated to the late John Kinyon, this new overture for band is an homage in all the best ways. Lush harmonies, beautiful melodies, and an accessible form are all on display. Teaching with this piece will be made easy, as Matthew R. Putnam knows how to make your band sound its best.
SKU: XC.HCB2001
UPC: 812598033250. 9 x 12 inches.
Rhythmania! is an exciting new work for a developing band! Introduce your students to new sound effects produced with hands, sticks, and pencils on stands in this rock-inspired opener! We know your students are going to ask to play this one more than once!
SKU: XC.RCB2304
This programmatic work, based on the ancient and legendary warrior Lorelei, is a great new work for contest & festival performance. Scored with reduced instrumentation with only 2 Bb Clarinet & Trumpet lines and limited Saxophone, Horn in F and Low Brass – this exciting new work for band will work great for smaller bands and still sound big and full with larger ones.
SKU: XC.HJE2302
This exquisite ballad features the whole ensemble. Beautiful harmony and flowing melodic lines make this a perfect down tune for a concert or festival. There is a short, written solo for Alto Sax that is accompanied by bell-tone cascades in the brass.
SKU: XC.PCB2104FS
UPC: 812598036084. 9 x 12 inches.
Chris Ferguson knows how to write a march! Accessible and superbly geared as an intro of the march style, Boulder Ridge March has everything you and your ensemble need for success.
SKU: XC.HSO2005
UPC: 812598034295. 9 x 12 inches.
A Soaring melodic line and beautiful harmonies make this new work for developing string ensembles a winner. Composer George Sweet’s unique sound is infectious and will have your students asking to play it again and again.
SKU: XC.FCB2101FS
UPC: 812598035919. 9 x 12 inches.
Exhale is a wonderful new soundscape for concert band using dynamics and tiered orchestration to create breathing-like sound effects. Composer Sean O’Loughlin has crafted a festival-worthy overture with a fresh new sound!
SKU: XC.EJE2203FS
This is a great chart that combines a Chuck Mangione style for the first section with a Sonny Rollins island feel at the B section. This would be an excellent choice as a contrast tune for a concert or festival. Following the breezy solo section there is a 16-measure passage that features the winds with simple Hi-hat time.
SKU: XC.RCB2010FS
UPC: 812598033236. 9 x 12 inches.
As the title suggests, Yuletide Flourish is a whirlwind of well-known carols. Fanfares and soaring melodies propel this work to its climactic rendition of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 Ode to Joy.
SKU: XC.ISO1903FS
UPC: 812598031102. 9 x 12 inches.
Swan Dancing draws inspiration from the multitude of swans inhabiting the lake near the offices of Excelcia Music Publishing. Composer Larry Clark draws on these iconic birds to write a delightful, uplifting piece for string orchestra. With a nice lyrical B theme that shows off the musicianship of your orchestra, students and audiences alike will walk away humming this memorable melody. Swan Dancing is a joyful selection for any orchestral concert.
SKU: XC.MSO2002
UPC: 812598034653. 9 x 12 inches.
You have run out of time, this tense new work for String Orchestra is an exhilarating piece of music. Moments of lush tutti playing are pierced by brilliantly fresh sounding rhythmic interplay between all voices of the orchestra. Students and audiences will love the drive of this one, perfect for any concert performance.
