SKU: AP.50942S
ISBN 9781470669720. UPC: 038081591612. English.
Yes, the Michael Jackson rock hit arranged for your young jazz band. Played around 114 BPM with modest ranges, nice voicings, and a written-out easy to play bass solo (cued for trombone or bari sax). This is an easy to play yet fun crowd pleaser for sure. (2:45).
SKU: AP.50829
ISBN 9781470667641. UPC: 038081586526. English.
Rise of the Bow-Bots is a creative offering by Richard Meyer that will be as much fun to play as it will be to teach. The Bow-bots are alive and invading your orchestra room! This colorful selection is perfect for your students to work on their bow lifts, hooks, and slurs. Very simple note patterns (left hand) will allow young musicians to concentrate on their bowings (right hand), and the minor key and modal harmonies will set their imaginations wild as they picture the rise of Megalift, the Hookinator, and Slurtron. (2:40) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 4.
SKU: AP.50830S
ISBN 9781470668617. UPC: 038081587493. English. Traditional Fiddle Tune.
This easy tune features all sections with clever rhythmic variations. Readily accessible and as easy to put together as any Bob Phillips fiddle tune arrangement, the traditional melody appears in all sections and may be taught aurally. Though its origin is unknown, Spotted Pony appears to have roots in the Ozarks in Missouri, Arkansas, or Texas. Fiddlers in the early 20th century claim to have learned it from their grandparents' generation, so it most likely has been played since the late 19th century or earlier. (2:20) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 4.
SKU: AP.50829S
ISBN 9781470667658. UPC: 038081586533. English.
SKU: AP.50828
ISBN 9781470666217. UPC: 038081584829. English.
Three beautiful tunes in an easy medley! Songs of Mexico is a set of three traditional Mexican folk songs arranged by Bob Phillips for beginning string orchestra. The entire piece can be played on the D and A strings for violins, violas, and cellos, while basses play on the D and G strings. A la Rorro Niño (to the boy/special/darling child) is an infant slumber song. Un Elefante Se Balanceaba (one elephant was balancing) is about an elephant balancing on a spider web with more elephants joining as the song progresses; for example, the second verse would be two elephants, the third verse would be three elephants, and so on. Luz de la Mañana (morning light) is a children's song about morning. (2:05) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 4.
SKU: AP.50830
ISBN 9781470668600. UPC: 038081587486. English. Traditional Fiddle Tune.
SKU: AP.50828S
ISBN 9781470666224. UPC: 038081584836. English.
SKU: AP.50827S
ISBN 9781470666248. UPC: 038081584850. English.
Now boarding: Flight of the Dynamic Drone, by Jim Palmer! Your first-year orchestra will soar with this exciting piece based on a D drone! Students get to practice intonation while experiencing a wide variety of dynamics. All instruments take flight with the melody and some pizzicato accompaniment. A perfect landing for your first concert. (2:40) Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 4.
SKU: AP.50827
ISBN 9781470666231. UPC: 038081584843. English.
SKU: AP.49505S
ISBN 9781470649753. UPC: 038081570532. English.
You're cool, likeable, and confident. You don't walk, you strut. When you enter a party, a hush falls over the room and heads turn because you have a certain je ne sais quoi! People say you're the bee's knees and the cat's meow. You're Awesome Sauce and this piece is the soundtrack of your life! With its fun, blues-like melody and cool rock beat, Awesome Sauce by Scott Watson is sure to be a player favorite. The limited chromaticism, accessible jazz-esque rhythms, and style-important articulations offer excellent teaching moments for the director. (2:57) Awesome Sauce correlates to Book 1, Level 6 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49503S
ISBN 9781470649791. UPC: 038081570570. English.
The Dragon Run is a 40 mile winding stream that flows throughout Virginia and empties into the Piankatank River. It is also known as the Dragon Swamp and even just The Dragon. This immense ecosystem is known for its rich wildlife and preserved beauty. Dragon Run by Chris M. Bernotas features strong rhythms, intentional dissonance, contrasting dynamics, and wonderful musical opportunities for all. It echoes the excitement of exploring the views and experiencing the sometimes intense wildlife visitors encountered when journeying along the river and surrounding swamps. (2:26) Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6.
SKU: AP.49503
ISBN 9781470649784. UPC: 038081570563. English.
The Dragon Run is a 40 mile winding stream that flows throughout Virginia and empties into the Piankatank River. It is also known as the Dragon Swamp and even just The Dragon. This immense ecosystem is known for its rich wildlife and preserved beauty. Dragon Run by Chris M. Bernotas features strong rhythms, intentional dissonance, contrasting dynamics, and wonderful musical opportunities for all. It echoes the excitement of exploring the views and experiencing the sometimes intense wildlife visitors encountered when journeying along the river and surrounding swamps. (2:26) Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49962S
ISBN 9781470658595. UPC: 038081576152. English.
Cornerston e Celebration, by Scott Watson, is a musical outpouring of joy and gladness aimed at portraying what's best about the communities in which we live. Written in 3/4 meter, exploiting the Mixolydian mode, and employing a compelling, syncopated rhythm throughout, this piece will surely bring exciting and rewarding new sounds to your band. (2:20) (Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6.).
SKU: AP.49966S
ISBN 9781470658519. UPC: 038081576077. English.
High Desert March, by Steve Hodges, is a march that captures the excitement and occasional drama of a long hike in the high desert. Adventure awaits as the young hikers begin their trek, prepared to overcome any obstacles that may come their way. (2:10).
SKU: AP.49963S
ISBN 9781470658571. UPC: 038081576138. English.
Embodying the idea of being part of something larger than yourself, but also valued as a unique individual, Among the Stars, You'll Shine, by Chris M. Bernotas, is the perfect choice for developing an expressive style of performance with your students. While predominantly lyrical, there are plenty of contrasts and opportunities for all your students to shine. (2:30) (Correlates to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 6).
SKU: AP.49963
ISBN 9781470658564. UPC: 038081576121. English.
SKU: AP.50082
ISBN 9781470662844. UPC: 038081580050. English.
A swingin' blues but with a fun twist, 13-bar blues! Play it around 172 BPM with suggested solos written for tenor 1, trumpet 1, trombone 1, and some brief drumset fills. Trumpet 1 range is to written E top space. Check out the cool brass plunger mute sections! (3:35).
SKU: AP.49965S
ISBN 9781470658533. UPC: 038081576091. English.
It's time to show the world that your band has what it takes to be the best. Can they push to the front, give it all they've got, and sprint to the finish line? Your students have put in hard work, time, and effort to make their concert the best it can be. What better way to end your program than with this exciting piece by Amy Webb that lets them sprint to the finish line! (2:00).
SKU: AP.50893S
ISBN 9781470665968. UPC: 038081584577. English.
Castles and Dragons, by Todd Stalter, is a piece your students will love! The knights must confront and slay a dragon threatening the local village. The ensuing battle ends with the dragon's defeat, and the victorious knights return in a noble procession to their castle. This best-selling composition is an ideal introduction to program music and is available in FLEX format for just about any combination of four instruments. (3:40)Percussio n Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click without click
SKU: AP.50892S
ISBN 9781470666484. UPC: 038081585086. English.
Set in the Dorian mode, this ominous work opens with a foreboding theme and develops with vibrant and dramatic energy. It conjures images of strength, majesty, and passion. It continues to build throughout, culminating with a powerful, climactic ending. This FLEX title will add just the right amount of intrigue to your next concert! (2:10) Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click without click
SKU: AP.50940S
ISBN 9781470669683. UPC: 038081589220. English.
A classic jazz standard arranged for the young jazz group as a medium-tempo cha-cha. The instrumentation is 4/2/2/3, but playable with reduced instrumentation of three saxes, one trumpet, one trombone, piano, bass, and drumset. Optional parts are included for two flutes, two clarinets, bari sax, F horn, baritone horn, tuba, and vibes! (2:30).
SKU: AP.50942
ISBN 9781470669713. UPC: 038081591605. English.
SKU: AP.50943S
ISBN 9781470669744. UPC: 038081591636. English.
The well-known classic spiritual with a funky rock feel played around 110 BPM. Brief written solo statements from various players and modest trumpet 1 range to written E top space. Optional parts include flute, clarinet, horn, baritone horn, tuba, and vibes. This is a well-crafted and effective chart everyone will love! (3:35).
SKU: AP.50941S
ISBN 9781470669706. UPC: 038081591599. English.
A funky-rock groove on a great jazz tune played around 112 BPM. Suggested solos provided for trumpets 1 and alto 1 with trumpet 1 range to written top line F. An excellent blues chart that is fun to play and easy to assemble. (3:20).
SKU: AP.50941
ISBN 9781470669690. UPC: 038081591582. English.
SKU: AP.50940
ISBN 9781470669676. UPC: 038081589213. English.
SKU: AP.50943
ISBN 9781470669737. UPC: 038081591629. English.
SKU: HL.860559
UPC: 884088167172. 9.0x12.0x0.017 inches.
Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11) Using modal harmonies, dynamic percussion sounds and bold melodies, here is a great-sounding piece that your beginning players can really dig into. With nothing faster than a quarter note (except percussion), this will sound terrific with very limited rehearsal time. Dur: 1:30.
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Abo ut Essential Elements Band Method: Essential Elements Band Method provides a complete system of books and accompanying materials that make the educator's job easier, and the students' learning more thorough and enjoyable. By Tom C. Rhodes, Donald Bierschenk, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgens, Linda Petersen.
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