Three Ring Circus

SKU: CL.011-3828-01

This sparkling march from the pen of Len Orcino brings all the thrilling sights, sounds and scents of the wonderful world of the circus. Modest technical demands make this bright march well within reach of developing young bands. Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages, to the Three Ring Circus!.

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

SKU: AP.50921S

ISBN 9781470667856. UPC: 038081586731. English.

The Ringmaster, by Jon Bubbett, is a spirited, fun-loving march written in the circus style of those composed in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Its happy and carefree energy brings back memories of three-ring circuses, trapeze artists, and clowns. As the Master of Ceremonies, the ringmaster was decked out in a bright red tailcoat trimmed in gold and a black top hat. Their job was to direct the audience's attention to the various rings where the acts took place, sometimes interact with the clowns, and build excitement for the next act. The Ringmaster reminds us of the frenetic energy of the circus, meant for ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages! (2:30).

SKU: CL.024-4662-00

In the style of the purely American circus march, Thunder and Fury is a concert march with all the excitement of the three-ring circus! Written at an ability level for younger bands, this march will excite your players and audiences alike and without a doubt, you will be able to hear the ringmaster’s call to attention. An excellent opportunity to expose your younger players to the musical style of the march.

SKU: CL.024-4662-01

In the style of the purely American circus march, Thunder and Fury is a concert march with all the excitement of the three-ring circus! Written at an ability level for younger bands, this march will excite your players and audiences alike and without a doubt, you will be able to hear the ringmaster’s call to attention. An excellent opportunity to expose your younger players to the musical style of the march.

SKU: FJ.FJH2301

ISBN 9781619281929. UPC: 241444379356. English.

The first book in the New Etudes series begins with 20 small works that present a special technical aspect. Students feel a relaxed freedom when they realize the work is focused on exploration rather than performance. The specific goals are listed under each title and include: bouncing both hands with a loose wrist; right hand broken chords; three note slurs; left-hand crossovers and many more. These original etudes range from eight measures to two pages, include imaginative art, and are sure to develop artistic playing.

SKU: KJ.SO359F

UPC: 084027044063.

An ingenious three-movement work, each depicts a different type of balloon. I. Barrage, II. Hot Air, III. Circus. The third movement includes myriad percussion instruments for sound effects including whistle, car horn, duck call, ratchet, cowbell, and more.

Duration: 6:30

Correlated to: Book 2, page 18.

SKU: GI.G-DVD-795

UPC: 785147079552.

Three major works are captured on this audiophile DVD: Cosmosis by Susan Botti, Concerto for String Quartet by Ervín Schulhoff, and Symphony No. 3 “Circus Maximus” by John Corgliano. Eugene Corporon and the North Texas Wind Symphony, with the help Women of the A Cappella Choir, Jerry McCoy, Conductor, and the DaPonte String Quartet, and other guest musicians capture virtuoso musicians at the height of their powers. A remarkable achievement. 90 minutes, available only on DVD. CONTENTS: Cosmosis (2004), Susan Botti (b. 1962) (SUBO Music) (Poetry of May Swenson) Overboard (Prologue) The 1st Night Interlude The 2nd Night Julie Whittington McCoy, soprano Women of the A Cappella Choir Jerry McCoy, conductor Concerto for String Quartet (1930), Ervín Schulhoff (1894-1942) (Panton International) Allegro moderato Largo Finale (Allegro con brio) Ferdinand Liva, violin, DaPonte String Quartet Susan Demetris, violin, concertmaster, The Dallas Opera Mark Preston, viola, DaPonte String Quartet Myles Jordan, DaPonte String Quartet Symphony No. 3 “Circus Maximus” (2005), John Corigliano (b. 1938) (G, Schirmer, Inc.) Introitus Screen/Siren Channel Surfing Night Music I Night Music II Circus Maximus Prayer Coda: Veritas.

SKU: PR.416413710

ISBN 9781598068214. UPC: 680160587162. 9x12 inches.

Needham's original intent with Chamber Symphony was to encapsulate the 2008 presidential election, from the Democratic primaries to the historic general election campaign and win of Barack Obama. But, says Needham, In the midst of the general election circus, I decided to broaden my inspiration and have the work's overall goal focus on the larger ideas of hope and transformation. Chamber Symphony was commissioned by the American Composers Orchestra with generous support of Paul Underwood. Additional support was from the National Endowment for the Arts.
I originally envisioned a work inspired by the political landscape of the 2008 presidential election, focusing primarily on the hard-fought Democratic Primary race. I was fascinated by the historic and hopeful spirit that both the Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton campaigns embodied. Sometime later, in the midst of the general election circus, I decided to broaden my inspiration and have the work’s overall goal focus on the larger ideas of hope and transformation. Chamber Symphony is constructed in three movements (played without pause): I. Hammering Out, II. Open-ended Echoes, and III. Radiant Nation. The titles suggest a general atmosphere that each movement attempts to express. The outer movements, both quick in tempo, act as the antithesis of each other in terms of mood. “Hammering Out” employs an aggressive, relentless, pounding beat that frequently shifts, often emphasized with metallic sounds. “Radiant Nation” is much lighter and more optimistic in tone, and uses an up-beat groove throughout the movement. The middle movement, “Open-ended Echoes,” is the proverbial calm after the storm. Unlike the outer movements, “Open-ended Echoes” is almost void of any strong sense of pulse. The movement attempts to create a peaceful, contemplative mood that transforms the volatile nature of the first movement tothe radiant spirit of the last. Chamber Symphony was commissioned by the American Composers Orchestra for its Orchestra Underground Series with the generous support of Paul Underwood. Additional support for the ACO’s Emerging Composers Program comes from the National Endowment for the Arts.— November 5, 2008.