Symphonic Movement - Václav Nelhýbel

Many of Vaclav Nelhybel's works for concert band, including this one, are considered standards of the concert band repertoire. During his writing career, he often explored new approaches to composing and scoring. is musically constructed in the form of an arch, with C as the tonal center for most of the piece. It is often said that this work, while comparatively brief, is one of the most musically intense compositions for this medium. (6:34) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Symphonic Statement - Robert W. Smith

You'll be startled at the bold presence and sonority of this fresh new festival work for your beginners. Created by Robert W. Smith, "Symphonic Statement" is dedicated to his daughter, Savanna Grace Smith. A bold choice for your contest or any program.

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Symphonic Suite - Clifton Williams

A suite of five movements with different material. Each movement is associated through the use of one theme. The first, "Intrada," is fanfare-like, and the second, "Chorale," features a trumpet solo. "March," the third movement, is reminiscent of the opening material, followed by "Antique Dance," which has a modal melody. The final movement, "Jubilee," is clearly the most intense. The work is an Ostwald Award-Winning Composition of the American Bandmasters Association and is clearly a repertoire standard. (12:23) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Symphonic Suite from

With energy and excitement, Victor Lpez has scored a dramatic collage of the tunes from Howard Shore's award-winning film score. The beautiful "In Dreams" melody is enhanced with a variety of the forceful themes. Relive the passion of the film with this spectacular arrangement. (10:12)For educational usage/non-profit performances only; for professional arrangements, visit our rental library at alfred.com/rental.

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Symphonic Suite from - Alexandre Desplat / transcribed and arr. Jack Bullock

Transcribed directly from Alexandre Desplat's blockbuster film score, Jack Bullock's medley has all of the energy for your symphonic band. This arrangement features "Courtyard Apocalypse," "Battlefield," "Lilly's Theme," "Voldemort's End," "The Tunnel," and "A New Beginning." The dramatic conclusion to the epic Harry Potter series has been captured musically. A stunning work! (7:00)

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Symphonic Variants (Based on "Ode to Joy" from ) - Ludwig van Beethoven / arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Here's a real confidence booster for your youngest ensemble. Beethoven's familiar "Ode to Joy" is scored for use early in the first year of instruction. Ample doubling reinforces the form while difficult rhythms are non-existent. Every section has a chance with the melody during the arrangement. This one will make them sound huge!

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Symphony for Brass and Percussion - Alfred Reed

Originally composed in the summer of 1952 and premiered at the Chicago CBDNA conference that same year, the three-movement Symphony opens with abroad introduction containing the majority of the thematic material. The second most lyrical movement is in three-part song form and, the final movement is presented in rondo form. The instrumentation is for expanded brass and percussion sections and is scored for one-on-a-part. An exciting addition to the Belwin Classic series for discriminating ensembles. Recorded by Troy University Band.

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Symphony on Themes of John Philip Sousa, Mvt. 1 after "The Washington Post" - Ira Hearshen

This is an ingenious, artful, and demanding symphony based on the themes of J. P. Sousa; the first movement is based on the Washington Post march, with themes enhanced and wonderfully transformed. This is truly exemplary writing that will challenge players and delight audiences.

Syncopated Serenade - Timothy Loest

Teach syncopation with this tuneful melody in a Caribbean style. While the work makes use of a healthy percussion section, the piece also works extremely well as a lighter work on a program and includes some wonderfully inventive harmonic progressions. A great teaching piece with plenty of musical opportunities and programming possibilities!

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Synergies - Robert Sheldon

High energy, rhythmic verve and tuneful melodies characterize this Robert Sheldon composition entitled The colorful orchestration in the winds as well as the percussion truly makes this piece a delight for the players as well as the audience. (3:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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