Pegasus - William Owens

Take an imaginary flight on the ever-graceful winged-horse Pegasus! Using just six notes, this work manages to capture the grandeur of this mythical creature through the triumphant melodies that are passed around the ensemble. Harmonies are surprisingly rich for a work at this level and make the piece sound much harder than it really is. Fabulous!

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Pennsylvania 6-5000

With all the charisma of the original, "Pennsylvania 6-5000" is a treat for your beginners . . . Of course you'll have to explain the Pennsylvania exchange concept from the pre-touchtone days. The chart offers lots of opportunity to be creative with the ringing sounds---bring it up to date by using a cell phone ring! Take a journey through musical---and communication---history with this energetic tune. (1:45)

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Perfection

Migo (voiced by Channing Tatum) confidently shares his positive outlook on life in the Warner Bros. animated movie .Expose your students to easy syncopations with this fun arrangement of the energetic song. This upbeat tune is both charismatic and memorable!

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Perseverance - Mark Lortz

This impactful piece pays tribute to a caring, devoted father and an avid baseball fan. This uplifting and energetic piece celebrates the strength of love and commitment, capturing the essence of a man who was profoundly dedicated to his family. The powerful rhythms of create an emotional performance that uplifts the listener and inspires us all to celebrate life. (1:48)

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Perspective Shift - Chris Campbell

A minimalist approach makes this a unique work well-suited for teaching of chromatic fingerings. Chris Campbell's is clever, tongue-in-cheek, and features interesting but not difficult percussion parts. Have your students put on their counting shoes! (3:00)

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Persuasion - Sammy Nestico

Is there an alto saxophone player alive who would not give his eyeteeth to play this solo? Included with the arrangement are alternate solo parts for euphonium or tuba. Listen to this Sammy Nestico charmer . . . it may be the source of the term "wail"!

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Peter Gunn - Henry Mancini / arr. Paul Cook

Having won an astounding 20 GRAMMY Awards, four Academy Awards, and a Golden Globe---Henry Mancini was best known for his contribution to early television themes. Based on the 1958--1961 television series theme, build on a retro rock-and-roll foundation, this characteristic familiar melody is infused with a subtle jazz influence. This setting for developing band is sure to energize any young band concert!

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Petite Symphony, Op. 90 - Charles Gounod / arr. Frederick Fennell

Scored for flute, oboes, clarinets, bassoons, horns, and contrabass (alternate parts for contrabassoon or contra bass clarinet) this is an extremely sensitive and beautiful edition of Gounod's work originally scored for double woodwind quintet. Intended for one player per part, it is more than musical confection; it is a little masterpiece. A terrific recording is available through Ludwig Music on Kosei CD KOCD 31992712.

Petty Harbour Bait Skiff

"Petty Harbour Bait Skiff" is a popular Newfoundland folk song written in recognition of the province's primary resource-fishing. This beautiful arrangement opens with a baritone solo playing the theme which is later picked up by the whole band. The melodic lines and sweeping countermelodies rise and fall over the lush harmonies depicting the beauty of the region.

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Pezzo in forma di Sonatina - Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky / arr. Victor López

is the 1st Movement from , written by Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. In this adaptation for concert band, Victor Lpez presents us with a colorful evocative portrait through adherence to the Classical attributes of balance, elegance, and grace. "Finale," the fourth and concluding movement, is also available (00-30798). Each movement may be performed individually or in tandem.

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