Ritual and Dance - Ryan Meeboer

by Ryan Meeboer is a simple yet fun piece for young musicians. The opening measures create the dark, ritualistic feel of the piece with the rhythmic figure and open fifths being played by the ensemble. Strong melody and dynamic contrasts make this an excellent original work for beginning band.

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Ritual Dance - Michael Story

Tribal and ethnic, this original composition will feature your percussion section on a variety of instruments along with the clarinets on the melody. Characterized by vivid dynamic contrasts and strong counter-melodic textures, it's a traditionally scored multicultural adventure for your very first performance. (1:27)

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Ritual Fire Dance (From ) - Manuel de Falla / arr. Michael Story

From de Falla's ballet the very familiar "Ritual Fire Dance" is scored especially for your young band from the pen of Michael Story. Beginning with the haunting sound of low trilling clarinets, the melody is initially stated by the alto voices. The dance in the opera takes place before a campfire and increases in energy and speed to a frenzied climax. A big sounding setting for your developing band! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Ritual Images - Roland Barrett

Inspired by the definition, a is a group or set of actions, performed primarily for their symbolic value. The purposes of rituals are greatly varied, and are a feature of nearly all known human societies. This original contemporary musical setting opens with percussion and haunting winds but builds to a powerful, dramatic melodic statement. With fury, the work drives to an emotional conclusion. Very programmatic, this original composition will be well received on concerts and contest programs. (4:30)

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Rivanna River March - Steve Hodges

The flowing Rivanna River and the beautiful Southwest Mountains of central Virginia are depicted in this spirited march. Commissioned by the Albemarle County Public Schools for the Middle School Honor Band, this march features buoyant melodies, a solid bass line, and a stately trio section that leads to an exciting finish. (2:40)

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River Grove Reflections - Bruce Preuninger

is a beautiful, lyrical work skillfully crafted from the pen of Bruce Preuninger. A great work for practicing expressive playing, the piece utilizes smooth, flowing lines and an extensive range of dynamic throughout. Dovetailing melodies create wonderful harmonic textures. River Grove Reflections may be just the perfect "contrasting" contest piece your band is looking for!

River Songs

Few young people live closer together than do band members, as they work together, laugh together and cry together through the years of their involvement in musical activities. It is sad indeed when death strikes. was commissioned to commemorate the lives of two such young musicians (one white and one African-American). These two appropriate works, "Deep River," and "Shall We Gather at the River," were chosen as witness to our common bonds in this life and beyond.

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River Trail Expedition - Robert Sheldon

Written for the Streator High School Band in Illinois, is named for the Hopalong Cassidy River Trail that winds along the banks of the Vermilion River. The trail borrows its name from the Hopalong Cassidy series of books, written by Streator native Clarence E. Mulford. This concert overture has an energetic drive which is enhanced by punctuated rhythms and edgy dissonances that contrast with the lyrical and tuneful melodies found throughout the piece. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Riverside Overture - Robert Sheldon

This spirited overture features tuneful and rhythmic melodies along with some poignant lyrical moments of expression. Bright, bold, and brimming with personality, this work is a great way to open a concert program!

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Roar

This mid-tempo "power-pop" is the first single released on Katy Perry's 2013 studio album, , and is set in a pop-rock style. Acclaimed as her most successful single to date, even when compared to her chart-topping single "Firework," the uplifting lyrics are certain to bring that same high energy to your developing band performance. (2:30)

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