American Song Settings, No. 1

In his , Joseph Kreines has created a delightful theme and variations on the well-known traditional melody, "Billy Boy." Every instrument in the band has the melody at some point in this outstanding arrangement done in a distinctly early 20th century British style, providing opportunities for young players to play in 4/4, 3/4 and 2/4 time.

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American Song Settings, No. 2

, the second in a series of wind band settings of familiar melodies, was written for and is dedicated to the Maitland (FL) Middle School Wind Ensemble, Eric Mendez, director. It opens with a short introduction utilizing the opening notes of the melody, proceeding to its first full statement in the upper woodwinds. The second presentation features the trumpets and xylophone followed by a statement in the bass instruments while the melody "Long, Long Ago" appears in the upper voices. A contrasting legato section follows, succeeded by a more rhythmic statement in woodwinds and trumpets. The melody then appears in the alto saxophones with a contrasting idea in upper woodwinds. A marcato statement of the melody appears as a three-bar phrase with a staccato accompaniment. The final section utilizes the style of the opening measures and is expanded to bring the work to a final climactic conclusion.

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American Song Settings, No. 3

This lovely setting of the beloved American folk song "Barbara Allen" is presented for developing bands as a series of variations in which all sections of the band have an opportunity to play the melody. This arrangement, third in a series of wind band settings of familiar melodies, was written for and is dedicated to the Independence Middle School Band in Jupiter, Florida and their director, Randy Sonntag. "This is attractive teaching material . . ." -

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American Spirit March

What can your beginning band perform when they've only learned five notes and can't play eighth-notes yet . . . 'American Spirit March!' Many of America's beloved patriotic themes are adapted here for beginning band ensemble. Easy rhythms, an easy key signature and a foot-tapping tempo makes an easy job of introducing ensemble performance to your first semester students. (Grade 1---Very Easy, correlates with Alfred's Basic Band Method, Book 1, Unit 5)

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American Visions - Travis J. Weller

Soaring themes and dazzling fanfares collide in this exuberant work that weaves original themes with America (My Country 'Tis of Thee). A multitude of harmonies, melodies and meter changes are seemlessly woven together to create a piece that works equally well as a concert opener / closer or a patriotic selection. Absolutely stellar!

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Among the Clouds - Brian Balmages

Flying is a favorite activity of lucid dreamers, who are able to become aware that they are dreaming and then control their actions while inside the dream. Among the Clouds takes us into the minds of these dreamers as they drift off to sleep and wake up in a world where they own the skies. After a slow, enchanting opening conveys the sense of drifting off to sleep, the aggressive theme of the fast section begins the amazing flight. This theme develops in several ways before coming to an invigorating conclusion. Highly accessible and exciting for medium level bands!

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Among the Stars, You'll Shine - Chris M. Bernotas

Embodying the idea of being part of something larger than yourself, but also valued as a unique individual, , by Chris M. Bernotas, is the perfect choice for developing an expressive style of performance with your students. While predominantly lyrical, there are plenty of contrasts and opportunities for all your students to shine. (2:30) (Correlates to , Level 6).

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Amplitude - Vince Gassi

Amplitude rhymes with attitude and that's just what this new rock chart has plenty of! And because you ordered by midnight, you also get a heap o' drivin' rhythm, an infectiousbeat, and a way cool tune. 'Nuff said! (2:25)

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An African-American Air

This solidly scored Kevin Mixon arrangement will support beginning playing lyrically without the need for advanced skills! You can also connect your curriculum to other subjects with the rich integrated learning opportunities. Teach fundamentals of legato playing while captivating audiences with the beautiful tune, . This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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An American Ballad - Clarence E. Barber