First Suite in E flat - Gustav Holst / arr. Frederick Fennell

A companion edition to Fennell's landmark edition of Lincolnshire Posy, this work is a must for every serious band library. The score and parts are based on original sources and contain Dr. Fennell's performance practices which were based on though research and his many years of conducting this monument of wind literature. Movements: I. Chaconne, II. Intermezzo, III. March.

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First Sun - Michael Kamuf

"First Sun" by Michael Kamuf is an exciting composition and a perfect concert opener for developing or more advanced bands. All wind instruments get a chance to play one of the themes, and a driving percussion presence sets the stage for an energetic and powerful musical statement. Your students will love practicing and performing this spirited original work! (2:15)

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First Things First - Heather Hoefle

From composer and educator Heather Hoefle, "First Things First" is a basic blues/rock tune for the very beginning band that is playable with just the first five notes introduced in most beginning band methods. Pedagogically sound and musically effective, it is the perfect choice for the first full band arrangement for your beginning band. Your students will love this musical experience!Original Item#: RWS-1906-00

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First Winter Suite - Tyler S. Grant

is a "must-have" for your beginning band library! Tyler S. Grant has crafted a miniature suite of four pieces that are engaging, fun, and practical for their first winter concert! Using only a few-notes and playable with as few as four instruments (flute, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone), the suite includes: Season's Sounding Fanfare * Roof Riffs (based on "Up on the Housetop") * Escaping the Snowman (Percussion Feature) * and A New Year's Finale (Auld Lang Syne). Each movement is only 20--25 measures. You can supplement the suite with other band selections, chamber groups, or lines from their method book to craft a well-rounded program for all to enjoy! Also included---supplemental percussion parts, play along tracks, and so much more!Original Item#: TSG-B034

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First Winter's Sleigh Ride

If you're looking for something different on your next holiday concert, this is it! An original tune starts the piece, with sections of "Deck the Halls" and "Jolly Old St. Nicholas" interspersed. It has just the right mix of new and old to keep the audience entertained. Take your this year! (1:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Five to Go - Jack Bullock

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Flamingo Road - Steve Hodges

This version of by Steve Hodges 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 5 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. 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. is a Latin-inspired piece that starts in the fast lane and never lets up! Featuring an active percussion section and some catchy themes, each section of the band will take a turn in the driver's seat. Stay in your lane! (2:18)Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Flash Flood - Chris M. Bernotas

This powerful and engaging piece was inspired by the floods brought upon by Hurricane Irene, and pays homage to the innate human ability to rise from disaster and persevere with strength and pride. (4:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Flash Point! - Patrick Roszell

A flash point is described as a point at which someone or something bursts suddenly into action or being. Introducing accented, staccato, and legato articulations, all instruments get an opportunity to play one of the contrasting themes. With a variety of teaching opportunities, this exciting and punctuated composition is a welcome addition to any program. (1:45)

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Flash! - Brian Beck

Start your next concert with a flash!. . . of notes and rhythms. "Flash!" introduces different styles, accidentals, and harmonies not common in younger band literature.

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