SKU: CL.012-2594-00

A previously unpublished work by Russell Alexander (1877-1915), probably composed in the early 1900's. Dedicated to Patrick Conway, a leading conductor and bandmaster from the early 20th century. This edition, created from the coposer's original manuscripts, includes full score and parts for contemporary concert band instrumentation.

SKU: AP.44974S

UPC: 038081517605. English.

Capturing the Blue Riband musically celebrates the excitement and sense of occasion experienced when traveling aboard the grand, early 20th century transatlantic liners, such as the Queen Mary and Lusitania. The Blue Riband was the coveted trophy bestowed on the vessel that clocked the fastest transatlantic time. The energetic opening and closing sections of this piece evoke the exhilaration of taking to the sea in this historic race of prestige, while a contrasting section conveys the sense of grandeur and honor central to the era and the award. (3:05).

SKU: AP.31704

UPC: 038081356211. English.

In his American Song Settings, No. 1, Joseph Kreines has created a delightful theme and variations on the well-known traditional melody, Billy Boy. Every instrument in the band has the melody at some point in this outstanding arrangement done in a distinctly early 20th century British style, providing opportunities for young players to play in 4/4, 3/4 and 2/4 time.

SKU: AP.36695S

UPC: 038081415314. English.

The Warriors is a processional march suitable for festival performances or ceremonial purposes, such as a graduation. Written in the style of the noted English composers of the early 20th century, this piece could be a good introduction to the more involved works of Holst, Vaughan Williams, Jacob or Grainger.

SKU: CF.FPS118

ISBN 9780825895623. UPC: 798408095628. 9 x 12 inches.

Inspired by George Inness' 1855 painting The Lackawanna Valley, Anthracite Blaze depicts the tragic early 20th century mine fires that destroyed many boomtowns in that area of Pennsylvania. This piece is bold and sets the mood with a seriousness that will hold the attention of your students and audiences. This piece sounds far more sophisticated than it is technically to play.

SKU: CF.FPS118F

ISBN 9780825896248. UPC: 798408096243. 9 x 12 inches.

Inspired by George Inness's 1855 painting The Lackawanna Valley, Anthracite Blaze depicts the tragic early 20th century mine fires that destroyed many boomtowns in that area of Pennsylvania. This piece is bold and sets the mood with a seriousness that will hold the attention of your students and audiences. This piece sounds far more sophisticated than it is technically to play.

SKU: AP.44881

UPC: 038081515977. English.

One of the numerous short piano pieces for children that Béla Bartók completed in a four-volume piano collection in 1909. This arrangement for early band students remains faithful to Bartók's intent while comfortably accommodating the skills for first year players. Light and whimsical, you can hear the playful nature of The Fox in this solid scoring for your beginners. (1:45).

SKU: CF.CPS172

ISBN 9781491140215. UPC: 680160628278. 9 x 12 inches.

Al Hayes was one of seven pseudonyms used by famous march composer Henry Fillmore. Fillmore became so popular and was so prolific in the early part of the 20th century that he had to resort to pennames as to not compete with himself. This is yet another tuneful, well-written march by Fillmore that has been given new life in this setting by arranger Laurie Lafferty. This is the perfect march for use as a festival warm-up that is of a moderate difficulty.

SKU: AP.12-057152379X

ISBN 9780571523795. English.

Ralph Vaughan Williams' Heroic Elegy and Triumphal Epilogue was composed in 1901. The Elegy dates from January and the Epilogue towards the end of the year, in early November. After some revision by the composer, both movements were performed by the Leeds Municipal Orchestra, conducted by Vaughan Williams, on the 21st January 1905 and this appears to have been the last performance of the work in the UK. The manuscript surfaced in the US in 1966 and is now in the Beinecke Library of Yale University.