A Percy Grainger Portrait - Percy Aldridge Grainger / arr. Douglas E. Wagner

The boundless energy and passion for life of Australian-born composer Percy Aldridge Grainger is reflected in the four works included in this eclectic sampling of his music: "Irish Tune From County Derry," "Mock Morris," "My Robin Is To The Greenwood Gone," and closing with "Children's March: Over the Hills and Far Away." Combining Grainger's genius with a contemporary scoring by Douglas Wagner, this one is a sure-fire winner! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Quiet Music - Douglas E. Wagner

This flowing work commences with dignity and charm. The teaching possibilities, such as legato, control, and dynamic shadings, are limitless. As rewarding to play as it is to hear, "A Quiet Music" will present programming opportunities year after year. Enjoy the seamless flow of the pensive melody and harmony in the fabric of this cherished work! (4:11) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Ride Through the Haunted Mansion - Bryce Newton

A fun and creative composition designed to reinforce 6/8 compound meter. Interesting harmonies and an eerie mood will pique the interest and imaginations of your students and audiences alike. A very enjoyable musical experience to enhance the musicianship of your students!Original Item#: RWS-1821-00

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A River Trilogy - John O'Reilly

provides a wonderful opportunity for first year bands to work on legato style. After an original introduction, the full ensemble plays the African-American spiritual "Deep River." A clarinet and flute duet ushers in the early English folk song "The Water is Wide," and the full band concludes with a lovely treatment of the American classic "Shenandoah." (2:15) page 28.

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A Rocket to the Sun - Heather Hoefle

"A Rocket to the Sun" is an inspiring concert opener or closer for your beginning band! Written to commemorate NASA's Parker Solar Probe, this piece offers the opportunity to connect students and audiences with current scientific discovery about the Sun's corona and solar weather. Using the notes of the B-flat concert scale and keeping the clarinets under the break, "A Rocket to the Sun" will reinforce technique and contrasting performance styles.Original Item#: RWS-1905-00

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A Rollicking Hanukkah

Hold on for this whimsical work intended to paint the picture of a person galloping by horse across a snowy plain to a Hanukkah celebration. The songs Hanukkah, Oh Hanukkah, The Dreidel Song, and Sevivon, Sov, Sov, Sov are heard as the celebrants draw closer and closer to their destination. A Hannukah celebration unlike any other!

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A Royal Christmas

Here's a tasteful combination of "We Three Kings of Orient Are" and "Good King Wenceslas." Michael Story's newest holiday masterpiece, is a deliciously regal addition to your beginners' very first holiday concert. (1:50)

A Scottish Ballade

A Scottish Ballade is a setting of the traditional Scottish song, "Annie Laurie," which was written by her sweetheart, William Douglas in the 19th century. The song became a favorite of Scottish soldiers during the Crimean War. The well crafted and expressive scoring will make less-experienced ensembles sound their best. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Scottish Hymn

Based on the folk song "I Know Where I'm Going," , by Patrick Roszell, is a lush ballad setting that is perfect for teaching lyrical playing to younger musicians. This setting provides numerous teaching opportunities for slurring, legato tonguing, phrasing, intonation, and dynamic shaping. The perfect selection for your next concert or contest! (1:55)

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A Shaker Hymn

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