SKU: KJ.WB533F
UPC: 084027053171.
Each day presents a variety of experiences. They can be magical, challenging, or surprising. Gabrielle Wojcikâ??s A Wish for Today is an optimistic march that tells a story of the day unfolding before us as more and more instruments join in the music making. It provides your developing band the opportunity to study, develop and perform several basic skills such as tone quality, intonation, small ensemble playing, balance and blend, as well as a variety of articulations and dynamics. Correlates with Tradition of Excellence Book 2, page 8.
About Tradition of Excellence: Excellence in Performance
Excellence in performance is a concert band repertoire series correlated with the Tradition of Excellence Comprehensive Band Method by Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin. The compositions in the series correlate to a specific page in Tradition of Excellence Books 1, 2, or 3 and reinforce and expand on skills and concepts introduced in the method./Selections include exciting parts for every player, grade-appropriate cross-cueing, accessible ranges and rhythms, creative percussion writing, electric bass and rehearsal piano parts, and full conductor scores with rehearsal suggestions, program notes and composer biographies. In addition, the Grade 1 works provide an Advanced Snare Drum part for percussionists who have achieved a higher level of ability, playable simultaneously with the more basic Snare Drum part to facilitate differentiated learning.
SKU: KJ.WB536F
UPC: 084027053256.
Earthrise is the name of an iconic NASA photograph, taken on December 24, 1968 from the Apollo 8 spacecraft while orbiting the Moon. Composer Steven Pyter depicts this historical event with the evocative tone poem for developing bands. A flute solo (cued in other instruments if needed) floats above rich sonorities. The flute's melody is passed around the band and eventually is accompanied by sparkling aleatoric woodwinds. The Apollo 8 spacecraft crests the moon's horizon and planet Earth is visible in the vastness of space. Earthrise is correlated with Tradition of Excellence Book 2, page 34.
SKU: KJ.WB532
UPC: 084027053157.
With a tip of the hat to Gustav Holst and Mars from The Planets, composer Ryan Nowlinâ??s Mission to Mars depicts the fear, anxiety, and exhilaration of discovery and exploration that future astronauts might experience on their way to the Red Planet. This energetic tone poem in ¾ sits securely under the fingers of each instrument and allows each section of your developing band to showcase their abilities. Correlates with Tradition of Excellence Book 2, page 22.
SKU: KJ.WB533
UPC: 084027053164.
SKU: KJ.WB534
UPC: 084027053188.
Shiver Me Timbers takes the ensemble to the high seas under the Jolly Roger. Inspired by the composerâ??s life-long fascination with pirate tales and the seafaring lives of pirates, this exciting piece in ¾ time takes you on a rollicking adventure. Yaaarrrgh!!! Correlates with Tradition of Excellence Book 1, page 33.
SKU: KJ.WB536
UPC: 084027053232.
SKU: CL.012-4906-00
Throughout time, the marches of Karl King have graced many concert halls in countless number of countries. His uncanny ability to generate a positive response from audiences of all ages is a testimony to his creative talents. Couple that with James Swearingenâ??s solid scoring and the rest is, as they say, the perfect combination of musical genius. Prepare yourself for a highly enthusiastic response from both your musicians and audience. Highly Entertaining!
SKU: AP.98-RWS210275
SKU: AP.98-RWS192900
All Will Be Well is a lovely, lyrical piece for the young band by talented educator Heather Hoefle. With comfortable ranges and rhythms, this beautiful work is an excellent choice for teaching phrasing, dynamics and shaping to your developing musicians. Excellent programming for your concert or festival performance!
SKU: CL.CTS-7731-01
This beautiful chorale setting of an Old English hymn is scored to create a full band sound. Fluid melodic lines, extended tones and dynamic contrasts make this an outstanding warm-up, and effective selection for sacred or secular settings.
SKU: AP.98-RWS224901
A creative reimagining of the classic carol Silent Night in the relaxing Brazilian style of Bossa Nova. Warm and mellow harmonies, deceptive chord movements and Latin percussion provide an excellent education in ethnic rhythms and sounds. Broaden your bandâ??s diversity with this tranquil arrangement of a Christmas classic.
SKU: CL.CTS-8020-75
SKU: KN.KEN60045
UPC: 822795600452.
This driving shuffle with cool lines, surprising harmonies, great rhythm section hooks, and much more makes for a great opener for developing groups. The open solo section (written or ad lib) features any soloist, with solo sheets provided for all. Duration 3:45.
SKU: AP.46687
UPC: 038081533339. English.
Here's one of the most familiar pops orchestra pieces ever written, now slightly simplified by Andrew H. Dabczynski to be thoroughly playable by young string students. All the string sections have opportunities to shine while practicing basic syncopation and bowing skills. All the pieces of The Syncopated Clock are here---including the familiar optional percussion and piano parts. This is an arrangement that will remain popular with students and audiences year after year!
SKU: AP.44991S
UPC: 038081517889. English.
Take your audience on a voyage to the vast, unexplored areas of the Amazon Rainforest, where most of the world's isolated tribes dwell. Through the use of call-and-response, repetitive rhythmic grooves, and percussion instruments native to the region, this piece was written to celebrate the diverse and lively music culture that exists within the indigenous groups who call the Amazon Rainforest home. (4:40).
SKU: KJ.JB108
UPC: 8402704949.
SKU: KJ.WB470
UPC: 084027047378.
SKU: KJ.WB490
UPC: 8402704856.
The simple melody of this famous hymn is treated to lush harmonizations and searing emotion. In this arrangement, the tune is heard in its entirety three times, each time becoming more impassioned. Between each iteration of the hymn, the composer includes original material that serves to bridge the ardent treatment of the multiple verses. After a change of key, the climax of the work is delayed and extended before the music evaporates back into its simplest and purest form. Amazing Grace is a wonderful vehicle for increasing the musicality of the young intermediate band.
SKU: KJ.JB99
ISBN 9788402704733. UPC: 8402704735.
A Concert Fanfare is a bold and dramatic way to start your next concert. It's filled with important and exciting material for all members of the ensemble. Cinematic sonorities in the brass and soaring melodies in the woodwinds ensure that this composition will have a permanent home in your band's library and repertoire. COMING SOON...
SKU: KJ.WB518
UPC: 8402707073.
SKU: KJ.WB495
UPC: 8402704927.
SKU: KJ.JB107
UPC: 8402704947.
SKU: KJ.WB503
UPC: 8402704966.
SKU: RN.GMM373SC