SKU: AP.8061SBPXC
UPC: 029156094701. English.
Set 2 of our best-known service songs. This set includes The Marines' Hymn and The U.S. Air Force Song. These are easy, straight-forward arrangements which will be usable year after year. (1:25).
SKU: AP.49069
ISBN 9781470647803. UPC: 038081567020. English.
This multi-level piece includes a full set of parts for grade 1 as well as a full set for grade 2 ensembles. Mix and match the parts as you need---perfect for mixed-ability ensembles! Hunters of Avatar by Mark Wood captures the energy of new string players, filled with awe and fire, depicted by incorporating body movements, stomping, and shouting. Inspired by characters in the movie Avatar, orchestra musicians are conveyed as a type of string warrior. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. For string orchestra with optional rock rhythm section parts. (3:40)Download Play-Along Track
SKU: AP.46652S
UPC: 038081533148. English.
Late one stormy night in a dusty old mansion, a mad scientist is hard at work in his hidden laboratory. The moments tick by as he waits for just the right opportunity to harness the power of the lightning storm . . . Explore the mysteries of The Secret Laboratory!
SKU: AP.37781
UPC: 038081437309. English.
Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people who died in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This march, which was actually written on Patriot Day 2011, is the perfect vehicle for beginning band students to express their patriotism. Using only the first seven notes taught in most beginning method books, rhythmic interest is provided by various combinations of repeated-pitch eighth note patterns. (1:30).
SKU: AP.47505S
UPC: 038081546742. English.
This moderately slow swing tribute is ideal for a young band. A melodic chart with the articulation well-notated, rhythm section parts written out, written melody solos for trumpet and piano. Trumpet 1 range to written G on top of the staff. Optional flute, clarinet, and vibes parts and playable with reduced instrumentation.
SKU: AP.44175S
ISBN 9781470653484. UPC: 038081505954. English.
Gazing into the sky, one may be overcome with the infinite possibilities of our worlds and, thus, ourselves. It is this sense of wonder and hope that has been captured in Skygazer Fanfare. This work for concert band uses syncopated rhythms, layered percussion, and a sense of forward motion to create an exciting soundscape for young musicians. Careful attention has been paid to range and scoring to create a work that is attainable by smaller ensembles while retaining a full sound for larger ensembles as well. (2:20) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49117
UPC: 038081563435. English.
This version of In Search of Yeti by Kirk Vogel is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 4 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. The 4-part instrumentation will support balanced instrumentation of the lower voices. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. In Search of Yeti by Kirk Vogel is a colorful piece representing the search for Sasquatch, Bigfoot, the Abominable Snowman, Voormi, or Yeti. Whatever the name, stories have persisted from the Arctic to the Himalayas of this ape-like creature. (2:35) Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click without click.This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49612S
ISBN 9781470651473. UPC: 038081572383. English.
Naptown Blues arranged by Terry White is an accessible straight-ahead swinger played around 150 BPM, with a nice sax soli, written-out solos for alto 1, tenor 1, trumpet 1, and trombone 1. Trumpet 1 range is to written E top space with optional G, plus check out the hot shout chorus. Plenty of optional instruments plus vibes. Everything you need to succeed! (3:16).
SKU: AP.46648
UPC: 038081534237. English.
A macabre figurehead on the prow of a medieval Norse warship slowly emerges from the mist on the cold, dark sea. The rough voice of the ship master and the beat of the drum call the boat's oarsmen to strenuous, rhythmic movement as they bear down on their prey.
SKU: AP.45968S
ISBN 9781470663230. UPC: 038081529769. English. Hebrew Folk Song.
Ma'oz Tzur has been a favorite song for the Season of Lights for generations. This stirring arrangement sparkles with the joy of the holidays. (2:10) Correlates to Book 2, level 2.
SKU: AP.42086S
UPC: 038081475813. English.
Alex Clare's soulful alternative rock tune is the basis for this solidly scored arrangement. Jerry Burns gives us a big sounding chart that will be ready to perform today!
SKU: AP.49120S
UPC: 038081563527. English.
This version of Rock Solid by Scott Watson is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 4 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. The 4-part instrumentation will support balanced instrumentation of the lower voices. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. Scott Watson's original composition features a moderate rock feel and gritty, dissonant harmonies that combine to portray the sound of industry---work gangs laboring with machinery whirring, clanging, grinding, and banging, along with several vocal shouts from the band and a factory whistle! (4:00) Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click. without click.This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48232S
UPC: 038081559148. English.
High Hopes arranged by Mike Story is a pop-rock gem played around 138 BPM. Trumpet 1 range is up to written E top space. No solos, solid ensemble all the way. Catchy, straight-ahead rock chart for all occasions. Optional flutes, clarinets, and vibes. (1:50).
SKU: AP.49505
ISBN 9781470649746. UPC: 038081570525. 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.47258S
UPC: 038081545950. English.
Fire all cylinders! Using the optional synthesizer, this piece takes off and races from start to finish. Some dissonance adds a touch of the Doppler effect as you imagine the sound of cars zooming by. The ending builds with energy as the finish line approaches and completes with a victory lap. (Correlates with Sound Innovations for Concert Band, Book 2, Level 2).Free Opening Count Off Sound Effect Download:Download Here
SKU: AP.48070S
UPC: 038081556154. English.
Special effects, pizzicato, and a variety of dynamics will make Robot Factory by Chris M. Bernotas exciting for your beginning orchestra students. The key of E minor provides a dark sound, and all sections get to play the energetic melody! This piece will be a great feature or perfect closer to any contest or concert. Correlated to Sound Innovations from String Orchestra, Book 1, Level 4. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.49202S
ISBN 9781470647100. UPC: 038081566337. English.
The favorite classic rock shuffle---to know it is to love it! Played around 134 BPM with written-out solos for alto, tenor, trumpet 1, and trombone 1. No worries for trumpet 1 range which is to written D fourth line. All the standard optional parts to include flute, clarinet, and vibes. Moondance is arranged by Mike Story. (3:15) This title available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.46173
UPC: 038081529080. English.
Here's a joyous and happy Latin chart for any concert setting. The calypso groove is easy to play, the brass ranges are very accessible, the tempo is around 142 BPM, written solos are provided for alto and trumpet, plus some brief melodic duets for altos and trumpets. It all works very well in this fine chart. Play it! (3:55).
SKU: AP.49504
ISBN 9781470649760. UPC: 038081570549. English.
The Cherry Tree is a beautiful and lyrical folk song dating back as early as the 15th century in the English Midlands. Having traveled all around western Europe, this folk tune eventually found its way to America, gaining popularity in the South in early 1900s and again in the 1960s. This setting, by composer Brian Beck, captures the beauty and simplicity of the original ballad while encouraging musical expression and smooth phrasing. (3:21) Correlated to Sound Innovations, Book 1, Level 5. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.36677S
UPC: 038081418124. English. Appalachian Folk Song.
Shady Grove is an Appalachian folk song that bears some resemblance to the English ballad Matty Groves. Although its verses have hundreds of variations, its origin is most likely as a courting song:Cheeks as red as a blooming rose,Eyes of the prettiest brown, She's the darling of my heart, The sweetest girl in town.
SKU: AP.45864
UPC: 038081525563. English.
In Two Celtic Dances, each section plays the delightful melodies found in this fiddle-inspired piece. Though very easy, this setting presents the fiddle tunes Mari's Wedding and Finnegan's Wake in a variety of textures perfect for young string orchestras. This Bob Phillips arrangement will be sure to energize your string players! (1:50).
SKU: AP.49165
UPC: 038081563671. English.
This version of I Got Rhythm arranged by Michael Story is part of our Belwin FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 4 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. The 4-part instrumentation will support balanced instrumentation of the lower voices. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. This timeless George and Ira Gershwin jazz classic has been covered by dozens of popular artists. The song remains one of the most recognizable melodies from the 20th century. In a charismatic contemporary arrangement, I Got Rhythm is accessible to first-year students and will be an upbeat addition to any program. (1:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud. Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click. without click.
SKU: AP.49147S
ISBN 9781470646592. UPC: 038081565071. English. Cahn.
With its familiar melody, this arrangement of the iconic classic by Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne is the perfect Michael Kamuf arrangement to introduce easy swing style to your beginning band students. He has even included teaching techniques to meet that goal. Composed in 1945 during a Hollywood heat wave, Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! is a cherished holiday classic that's sure to be a favorite of students and audiences alike!
SKU: AP.49093
ISBN 9781470645960. UPC: 038081564340. English.
There is nothing like sitting outside in the spring or fall, relaxing and enjoying a cool breeze! With Cool Breeze by Chris M. Bernotas students will be adding their own coolness, as they can have the chance play a solo! Students can play the written solo (included on the Educational Pack) or make up their own! The piece offers a fantastic opportunity to help students become familiar with swing-style rhythms and harmonies. (2:25) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.48213S
UPC: 038081555867. English.
This catchy TV theme is a sure-fire winner at this easy level. Get Smart Theme arranged by Mike Story is a very accessible swing chart played at 120 BPM, no solos, and the trumpet 1 range is written E-flat top space. Simple, fun-to-play, effective, and perfect for any concert setting and with optional parts to include flute and vibes. (2:35).
SKU: AP.43664S
UPC: 038081494098. English.
This holiday jazz waltz is based on We Three Kings arranged with lots of ensemble parts and a written alto solo. The quarter note tempo is 138 BPM, and the chart has accessible brass ranges and is easy to assemble. (2:19).
SKU: AP.44167S
UPC: 038081505701. English.
As the possibilities of summer are gone and the chill of winter is on the horizon, people may reflect on what could have been and what lies ahead. This piece depicts these inward reflections as well as the joy of abundance found during this season. (2:45).
SKU: AP.50891
ISBN 9781470665586. UPC: 038081583655. English.
Take some of the more memorable scary musical motives, set them to an exciting rock beat and you have the perfect end-of-rehearsal piece! Challenging and engaging, this clever FLEX arrangement of Dr. ROCKenstein, by Steve Hodges, provides plenty of opportunities for each section of the band to shine. With active percussion and solid scoring, this piece will be a real hit with the band and audience alike! (2:05)Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: with click without click
SKU: AP.48215
UPC: 038081556574. English.
Finally an easy version of the classic tune, Malagueña, arranged by Mike Story! Played with a swing feel around 144 BPM with a written-out alto solo, trumpet 1 range to written F top line, this easy to play crowd pleaser will be a hit. It's accessible, very playable and definitely a great addition to your library. (2:26) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
SKU: AP.26804S
UPC: 038081305851. English.
This lively concert overture features wonderful melodic lines with colorful harmonies and orchestration. The rhythmic opening yields to a lyrical contrasting section sure to evoke higher levels of expressive playing from the ensemble. An excellent choice for contest and festival programs! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
