All Through the Silent Night

In this gorgeous arrangement by Mark Williams, the Welsh hymn "All Through the Night" and the favorite Austrian carol "Silent Night" coexist easily in this unique setting for young bands. A beautiful change of pace for your next holiday program.

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Allegory - Michael Kamuf

An allegory is a representation of an abstract meaning through concrete or material forms. Majestic melodies, bold harmonies, energetic rhythmic elements, and a strong percussion component all come seamlessly together in this driving work for developing bands. Perfect as an opening or closing selection for concerts or festivals. (3:00)

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Allerseelen - Richard Strauss / arr. Albert O. Davis

This classic of the Ludwig Music library is a wonderful reworking of one of Richard Strauss' lovely and haunting early art songs. The wind band arrangement is extremely respectful of the original work and strives to maintain the importance of the beautiful melodic line.

Alliance - William Palange

Alliances are central to the success of any project, big or small. People looking past their differences to achieve a common goal have been a hallmark of our country since its inception. This piece is a celebration of the great things that are possible when we work together. (4:10)

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Alligator Stomp - Robert E. Foster

The spoken word is an excellent tool for teaching rhythm. Combined with an easily mastered musical vocabulary, it can lead a group to an excellent performance now and in the future. by Robert E. Foster admirably fits that niche and tells a story at the same time. It is pedagogically sound, programmatically interesting---and just plain fun. (2:00)

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Alpha Dog - Heather Hoefle

A fun and energetic work for the beginning band that your students will love! The infectious groove, hand clapping, and driving drum break keep this spirited piece driving all the way to the end. Using only the first six notes introduced in most band methods, this piece from composer and master teacher Heather Hoefle is an excellent choice for a school assembly, parent meeting, pep rally or concert closer!Original Item#: RWS-1904-00

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Alpha Squadron - Greg Hillis

Powerful unisons open this piece and continue as the trumpets state the heroic melody. A countermelody is then placed over this in the woodwinds. Alternating between marcato and legato sections, this is a good piece for teaching contrasting styles. Students will love the minor key and the power of playing tutti. A great opener for your fall concert. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Alpine Meadow - Steve Hodges

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of the ensemble. An effective transition builds to a seamless modulation which gradually diminishes to a quiet conclusion. is great teaching tool for phrasing, articulation and dynamics. (3:00)

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Alvamar Overture - James Barnes

Gigantic in structure, with fabulously rich and lavishly orchestrated thematic material, this work ranks on a grand scale within the repertoire of the modern-day concert band. Every line is interesting and every player is equally challenged in this bravura work. While not for the timid, offers rehearsal and performance rewards worth the effort of preparation. Colossal! (7:41)

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Amazonia - Chad Taylor

Take your audience on a voyage to the vast, unexplored areas of the Amazon Rainforest, where most of the world's isolated tribes dwell. Through the use of call-and-response, repetitive rhythmic grooves, and percussion instruments native to the region, this piece was written to celebrate the diverse and lively music culture that exists within the indigenous groups who call the Amazon Rainforest home. (4:40)

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