Bang the Drum All Day (I Don't Want to Work)

Although it's been called a goofy novelty, this classic Todd Rundgren rock-and-roll favorite is perfect for your beginners. A hard driving rock beat with repeated eighths throughout sets the stage for a big sound in "Bang the Drum All Day." Careful attention to the articulations supplied by master arranger Michael Story will make this the hit on your beginning band concert. (1:50)

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Banshee of the Badlands - Tyler S. Grant

Commissioned by the South Dakota All-State Band, by Tyler S. Grant depicts the grandeur and mystique of Badlands National Park. Ethereal textures juxtaposed with quick-paced sections take the performers and listeners through a journey into the Badlands in search of paranormal activity. Highly programmatic! (4:00)

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Barnburner - Michael Story

This impressive concert opener or closer lives up to the title. With furious punctuated energy, your students will crave the power. Enthusiastic attention to the dynamics and articulations will ensure robust success. A blazing choice! (2:30)

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Barnum and Bailey's Favorite - Karl King / arr. Gene Milford

Only Karl King expert Gene Milford could make this classic believable at the beginning level. It has the melody and style captured admirably, yet with expertly adjusted ranges and simplified rhythms. Don't miss the opportunity to let your students join the show under the big top!

Barricade - Ryan Meeboer

by Ryan Meeboer for concert band is a fun, high energy piece that gives beginning students the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities as performers and to learn the elements of performing ensemble music.

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Basic Band Warm-ups

A perfect warm-up collection for your beginning band. Keep the part in your band folio and use it for scale studies, intonation practice, and much more. A must for all young bands. (Grade 1---Correlates with Book 1, Unit 14)

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Baska

is a Croatian folk melody that uses simple rhythms and a range suitable for beginning players. The melody flows throughout the ensemble, and the use of colorful percussion helps to propel this work along.

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Batman Theme (from the Original TV Series) - Neal Hefti / arr. Mike Story

POW! ZOOM! CRASH! Here he comes to save the Universe! Let it loose . . . this one is pure superhero fun!

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Batman: The Brave and the Bold (Main Title) - Andy Sturmer / arr. Victor López

Have your beginners join forces with Batman, Blue Beetle, Plastic Man, and Green Arrow with this heroic main title theme. Familiar to all your students, this energy-packed arrangement will be a certain favorite of your students and make them sound like superheroes!

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Batman: The Dark Knight Rises - Hans Zimmer / arr. Ralph Ford

Poignant with bold striking musical punctuation, this comprehensive medley recreates chilling musical moments drawn from the Hans Zimmer score. (6:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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