Format : Sheet music
SKU: CL.032-4964-01
Low Bridge is the perfect chart for the star bass trombonist in your big band! While written as a bass bone feature, it could alternately be used to feature tuba, bari sax or even bassoon!! Based on the old Low Bridge (Erie Canal) everyone learned in grade school, this Basie-style swinger features a sax soli and optional solo space for piano and/or guitar. This is a great change of pace tune for any festival or concert. Don’t miss it!
SKU: CL.032-4964-00
SKU: AP.47456
ISBN 9781470658069. UPC: 038081547893. English.
Perfect for young orchestras, this Halloween bass-tacular features the entire bass section playing walking bass lines. The piece is in 1st position for violins, violas, and cellos, and everyone gets to play exciting tremolos. (Correlates with Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, level 5). This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.47456S
ISBN 9781470658076. UPC: 038081547909. English.
SKU: AP.38471S
UPC: 038081436760. English.
Give your hard-working basses the recognition they deserve in this great section feature based on Offenbach's nimble and energetic dance tune. There are fun parts for everyone, but the tune (and the spotlight) belongs to the basses! How fast can they do the Can-Can? A terrific challenge for your entire orchestra! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: CF.CPS224
ISBN 9781491152508. UPC: 680160910007.
Rainbow in the Clouds is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the 19th century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds. Composer Carol Brittin Chambers was inspired by poetic Maya Angelou to create of setting of this beautiful song. It is lush and beautiful throughout and will highlight the musicianship of your students. This would serve as a welcome change of pace piece on your program for concert or contest.Rainbow in the Clouds was commissioned by the Pflugerville Middle School Wind Ensemble in Pflugerville, Texas, directed by Shauna Satrom. The piece premiered in May 2017, in memory and celebration of Luis Ham, who was an Assistant Principal at Pflugerville Middle School.This piece is based on an old traditional spiritual, possibly an African-American song from the nineteenth century, entitled God Put a Rainbow in the Clouds. The first time I heard reference to this song was in a Maya Angelou video, in which she sings a portion of it: “When it looked like the sun wouldn’t shine anymore, Oh, God put a rainbow in the clouds.†In the video, Dr. Angelou honors those who have demonstrated kindness to her in the past, and she suggests that we all try to be a blessing to others. The Pflugerville community believed that Mr. Ham, with his positive outlook, was definitely a “rainbow in the clouds†for other people.The piece begins with a full ensemble introduction, followed by a woodwind treatment of the first verse with a fairly reserved tempo and straight eighth-note rhythm. When brass pick up the melody on the second phrase, we start to hear the song more like the original spiritual, with dotted-eighth, sixteenth rhythms. The middle section of the piece at m. 22 begins to move at a slightly quicker tempo, and the mood becomes lighter. This section becomes a call-and-response between a euphonium solo and upper woodwinds. The final section of the piece involves everyone playing together joyously and full, eventually winding down with two more solo statements in flute and euphonium.Note to the Conductor:Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts:Lyrical, expressive playing varied stylesSolo responsibilitiesKey changes, tempo changes.
SKU: CF.CPS224F
ISBN 9781491153185. UPC: 680160910687.
SKU: AP.49029
ISBN 9781470645441. UPC: 038081561172. English.
Everyone's Guide to the String Orchestra, arranged by Douglas Wagner, is a fantastic selection to feature each section of the ensemble. They all have their very own time to shine in the spotlight with this uniquely scored arrangement of themes from four movements of Saint-Saëns' The Carnival of the Animals. Program as a straight-forward concert number or as a piece incorporated into a recruitment presentation. Medley titles (in order of appearance) are as follows: The Swan (cello section feature) * Lion's Royal March (viola section feature) * The Elephant (string bass section feature) * Finale (violin section feature). (3:10).
SKU: AP.49029S
ISBN 9781470645458. UPC: 038081561189. English.
SKU: AP.36669
UPC: 038081420769. English.
This delightful arrangement for young band features two popular American rounds, Reuben and Rachel and Sweetly Sings the Donkey. Everyone in the band takes turns with these familiar melodies while the percussion section alternates accompanying with woodblock and triangle as well as snare and bass drum. This is a terrific way to get your beginners playing full band arrangements. American Rounds correlates to Book 1, Level 3 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. (2:32).
SKU: AP.36669S
UPC: 038081420776. English.
SKU: AP.49103S
ISBN 9781470646172. UPC: 038081564531. English.
Are you ready to rock . . . holiday style? Get your groove on with Santa's Holiday Jam, a rock and roll medley of three timeless favorites for young players that is sure to put everyone in the spirit of the season. Arranged for young band by veteran composer/arranger Todd Stalter, this piece provides players with comfortable ranges and familiar rhythms in a comfortable key so they can focus on performing the music in an authentic rock style. Featuring Up on the Housetop, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and Auld Lang Syne. So, lay down that bass line, turn up the volume, and shake off the winter cold with this hot chart; so hot they'll want to play it in the summer! (1:45).
SKU: AP.41930S
UPC: 038081481845. English. English Lullaby.
Your band will love rocking out on this powerful treatment of one of the world's most familiar melodies: Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. This chart has it all---driving bass lines, an infectious groove, and even a shredding woodwind soli section. Everyone gets to be a Rock Star!
SKU: AP.49103
ISBN 9781470646165. UPC: 038081564524. English.
SKU: CF.XPS15F
ISBN 9781491158838. UPC: 680160917532.
Carol of the Bells This version of Carol of the Bells is a new take on a traditional carol. The Ukrainian Bell Carol, which has become an important part of the American holiday tradition, was originally composed by Mykola Leontovych with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. In this arrangement, the flexibility of the instrumentation allows it to be played with as few as five wind or string players, and the various recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Chambers incorporates energetic grooves with the bass line and percussion, as well as a new B melody that adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Please enjoy Carol of the Bells on your next holiday concert! Note to the Conductor: Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts: Steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter, definition of ostinato, accidentals (minimal), and Syncopated feel (minimal).Carol of the Bells This version of Carol of the Bells is a new take on a tradi1onal carol. The Ukrainian Bell Carol, which has become an important part of the American holiday tradition, was originally composed by Mykola Leontovych with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. In this arrangement, the flexibility of the instrumentation allows it to be played with as few as five wind or string players, and the various recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Chambers incorporates energe1c grooves with the bass line and percussion, as well as a new B melody that adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Please enjoy Carol of the Bells on your next holiday concert! Note to the Conductor: Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts: Steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter Defini1on of Os1nato Accidentals (minimal) Syncopated feel (minimal).Carol of the BellsThis version of Carol of the Bells is a new take on a tradi1onal carol. The Ukrainian Bell Carol, which has become an important part of the American holiday tradition, was originally composed by Mykola Leontovych with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. In this arrangement, the flexibility of the instrumentation allows it to be played with as few as five wind or string players, and the various recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Chambers incorporates energe1c grooves with the bass line and percussion, as well as a new B melody that adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Please enjoy Carol of the Bells on your next holiday concert!Note to the Conductor: Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts: Steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter Defini1on of Os1nato Accidentals (minimal) Syncopated feel (minimal).
SKU: CF.XPS15
ISBN 9781491158821. UPC: 680160917525.
Carol of the Bells This version of Carol of the Bells is a new take on a traditional carol. The Ukrainian Bell Carol, which has become an important part of the American holiday tradition, was originally composed by Mykola Leontovych with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. In this arrangement, the flexibility of the instrumentation allows it to be played with as few as five wind or string players, and the various recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Chambers incorporates energetic grooves with the bass line and percussion, as well as a new B melody that adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Please enjoy Carol of the Bells on your next holiday concert! Note to the Conductor: Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts: Steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter, definition of ostinato, accidentals (minimal), and Syncopated feel (minimal).Carol of the BellsThis version of Carol of the Bells is a new take on a traditional carol. The Ukrainian Bell Carol, which has become an important part of the American holiday tradition, was originally composed by Mykola Leontovych with lyrics by Peter J. Wilhousky. In this arrangement, the flexibility of the instrumentation allows it to be played with as few as five wind or string players, and the various recognizable motifs are passed around the ensemble, giving everyone something interesting to play. Chambers incorporates energetic grooves with the bass line and percussion, as well as a new B melody that adds extra technique and a fresh sound. Please enjoy Carol of the Bells on your next holiday concert!Note to the Conductor: Use this piece to introduce or reinforce the following musical concepts: Steady pulse in a driving 3/4 meter, definition of ostinato, accidentals (minimal), and Syncopated feel (minimal).
SKU: AP.48073S
UPC: 038081557625. English.
This title features Alfred Music's String Orchestra FLEX options. That means that every part in this set is now transposed into every other part, so you can play this title with any combination of like- or mixed-string ensemble. After purchasing this set, decide what additional parts you need to meet the unique needs of your ensemble, then download and print them for free at alfred.com/supplemental---free of charge. Puttin' on the Pizz by Chris Bernotas is sure to become a favorite selection of students and directors. The descending bass line sets the stage for this fun piece. All notes stay in first position and the string orchestra plays pizzicato throughout. Students also have the chance to act as the percussion section. With the optional use of 'swinging' eighth notes, Puttin' on the Pizz could be a fun way to introduce a jazzy style to the string orchestra. Everyone in the audience (and in the orchestra) will be tapping their toes to this piece. Violin 2 and Viola are doubled, as are Cello and String Bass, which will work perfectly for younger string orchestras. Correlated to Sound Innovations for String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48073
UPC: 038081557618. English.
SKU: HL.35003018
UPC: 747510071570.
Following a stately introduction that reflects the massive grandeur of medieval cathedrals, the orchestra takes off with an energetic original theme that culminates with the inspiring classic hymn, “Praise to the Lord.†The substantial use of multiple meters keeps everyone alert, including the conductor. Optional notes are provided for less experienced ensembles to make this playable in first position (except basses). Technically conservative enough for 3rd year groups, musically and rhythmically interesting enough to hold the attention of advanced players. This flexible piece will work for concert, contest, and sacred settings.
SKU: HL.35003019
SKU: AP.49926
ISBN 9781470657901. UPC: 038081575766. English.
Your cello and string bass sections take center stage in this rockin' piece by Chris M. Bernotas. Heavy Lifting is a driving, hard-rock selection that gives everyone in the orchestra the opportunity to shine while highlighting the low strings. With FLEX parts available as a free download, this cello and string bass feature can highlight any instrument or group of instruments in the string orchestra. Perfect for your second-year players! (3:00) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 2, Level 2.