Fireball! - Brian Beck

From the very first measure to the last note, "Fireball" is an intense experience for developing bands. This piece will challenge players musically, rhythmically, and stylistically. With accidentals, shifting chords, and lots of effects, "Fireball" will certainly keep musicians and audience members on the edge of their seat. (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Firebolt - Brian Bankston

Scored with the young musician in mind, "Firebolt" uses a one octave range and driving rhythmic motifs in alignment with beginner level demand. The repetitive rhythms create an energetic and up-lifting momentum that propel this work forward. "Firebolt" is sure to mesmerize your audience with its spirit and drive and will be a fun piece to perform as an opener or closer at your next performance.Original Item#: RWS-2255-00

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Fireburst Fanfare - Roland Barrett

Start your concert with a short burst of energy that will immediately command your audience's attention. This ideal opener will not tax your young musicians, leaving them more than ready to tackle the rest of the program. Though written for young bands, the brass fanfares sound bold and full while the woodwind flourishes add dazzling color, making this concert opener really sparkle. Sure to make a bold introduction!

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Firestorm - John O'Reilly

October 28, 2007 began as a typically beautiful Southern California day. But as the composer sat at his piano writing this composition, he became aware of a major firestorm raging within a few miles of his house. Dense smoke filled the air and a steady stream of helicopters flew into the local reservoir to fill up with water to battle the flames. John O'Reilly has crafted a remarkable piece that captures the drama of this event. (3:25) , Book 2, page 23.

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First Band Clinic - Robert W. Smith

This new warm-up program is designed for student transposition to any appropriate key. This single band part for inclusion in the students' folders will exceed your daily warm-up and teaching objectives while meeting the National Standards. There are four segments in each "clinic": tone, technique, theory and composition, and a chorale. Progressive, in-depth and highly organized, this is the first of four comprehensive warm up programs used by Robert W. Smith from the podium at every honor band he guest conducts. The recording included is only the fourth segment; the chorale. (chorale only: 1:13)

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First Christmas March

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First Concert Parade - John O'Reilly

Here's a whimsical concert march your beginning band will be ready to perform after only a few weeks! John O'Reilly has taken four of the beginning band repertoire's "greatest hits" including "Hot Cross Buns," "Lightly Row," "Go Tell Aunt Rodie" and "Merrily We Roll Along" and cleverly worked them into a delightful medley, ideal for your band's very first concert! The familiar tunes work their way throughout the band so each section gets a shot at the melody! (Easy)

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First Fanfare - Brian Bankston

Step into the spotlight with , an exhilarating young band composition that heralds the dawn of new beginnings. Embrace the excitement and anticipation as bold brass melodies and triumphant percussion rhythms announce the arrival of a thrilling musical journey. Appropriate for ceremonies or as a concert opener, this dynamic piece invites listeners to embark on an unforgettable musical adventure filled with energy and enthusiasm. (1:37)

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First Holiday Concert

Here's a great vehicle for featuring your band at that very first holiday concert. "Jingle Bells," "The Dreydl Song" and "Jolly Old St. Nicholas" are combined in a simple but very effective manner. Correlated to , page 13.

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First Rockin' Christmas

A light rock style sets the stage for this clever presentation of Jingle Bells and Up on the Housetop. Everyone gets a chance to play the melody, and simple but authentic percussion breaks keep things rockin along!

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