Aquatica - Scott Watson

This composition opens atmospherically in tranquil beauty---like a serene lake, a calm sea, or an eerie underwater scene. After a brief, meditative transition scored for four solo instruments, the piece bursts into a spirited 6/8 theme that suggests both water creatures and craft moving playfully through the waves. (4:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Aquia Hills - Gary Fagan

An ethereal opening features solo alto saxophone leading to a tuneful and poignant legato theme. The second half of the piece features a rhythmic driving Allegro that leads to a rousing conclusion. (5:25)

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Arabia - Joseph Benjamin Earp

"Arabia" is based on the legend of Atlantis, a lost city in ancient Arabia. This mysterious city was buried under the sand after being destroyed by natural disasters said to be unleashed by angry Gods. Many explorers seeking the lost city believe it is near the southern deserts of modern-day Saudi Arabia. Sit back and imagine you are transported back to this amazing ancient city.Original Item#: RWS-2243-00

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Arabian Dances - Brian Balmages

Explore Middle Eastern sounds with this work that combines authentic traditional melodies and rhythms with original music. After a haunting opening, authentic Middle Eastern percussion instruments create the groove that accompanies the folk song Ala Dal'ona. As the orchestration builds, original themes are intertwined before the percussion ensemble becomes the focus of the third section. The final melody, Tafta Hindi, develops until it morphs into an ostinato over a magnificent presentation of the original theme that is found throughout the work. A riveting ending brings this thrilling work to a dynamic close! (6:30)

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Aragon 1945-1952 (Dance Suite): IV. Enchanted - Ira Hearshen

The fourth movement of Ira Hearshen's suite of ballroom music is inspired by "Some Enchanted Evening," the most popular song by Rodgers and Hammerstein, which they wrote for the musical "South Pacific." It was recorded by many artists, most notably (during the Aragon era) Ezio Pinza, Perry Como, Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Al Jolson, Jo Stafford, and Eddie Calvert.

Aragon 1945-1952 (Dance Suite): V. Accentuate - Ira Hearshen

"Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive" by Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1945. (The movie was "Here Come the Waves.") The concluding movement of Ira Hearshen's ARAGON suite brilliantly evokes the unique style of this song.

Arbolito de Navidad

A traditional Spanish carol that's particularly popular in Cuba, this arrangement will help to bring many nations and cultures together at the holiday season. In a rapid waltz style, the arrangement falls nicely for your beginning band's holiday program. Charming and authentic, this one's a real winner!

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Archangel - David Marlatt

The title came from both the adventurous feeling of the music and from St. Michael, a popular saint found in many religious denominations. In Catholic teachings he has several roles including leading the army of God to triumph over the powers of Satan and was respected and honored by military orders of knights. This piece by David Marlatt is set in three main sections: The Thunder of Battle * Memories in the Wind * In Sight of Home. (4:05)

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Arctic Wars - Brian Balmages

Dark harmonies create a menacing atmosphere in the opening of this engaging work. As the pace quickens, powerful themes combine with aggressive rhythmic lines, layered with ominous motives throughout. An amazing combination of heroism, uncertainty, and uplifting peaks, this highly imaginative work has it all!

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Arden Variations - John F. Edmunds

is a theme and variations form in three movements, each replete with melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic variations on the simple 8-measure chorale theme of the opening Prelude. Originally intended as an analytical study for students in the composer's Advanced Harmony course at Louisiana State University, the piece seemed to demand further development as each new harmonic device was introduced. Its frequent distant-key modulations and varied rhythmic excursions keep the simple melody alive and interesting throughout its six-and-a-half minute length. (6:30)

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