Forgotten Heroes - Jeremy Bell

A warm and majestic, chorale-style piece that focuses on developing musicianship by shaping the musical lines and supporting countermelodies. The tension and release created by the suspensions as they resolve produces elaborate harmonies and breathtaking expressive moments that serve as a musical memorial for those who never saw fame or glory but strove to make the world a better place. (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Fortify - Katie O'Hara LaBrie

Guards at the ready! Time to fortify the castle! Use your courage and power for good! This powerful, medieval-inspired work juxtaposes physical strength and inner strength through contrasting marcato and legato sections. The rhythmic energy that continues throughout is sure to energize your students!

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Foundation - Mark Camphouse

is a true tour-de-force for the modern symphonic band that incorporates the hymn (better known as by Jean Sibelius). The traditional American hymn is also woven into the work to create a masterful and powerful composition that is destined to become standard of the band repertoire. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Foundations of Freedom - Carmen Gassi

Freedom is a right which should never be taken for granted. This piece is dedicated to all those who have fought to preserve the freedom of an individual or a nation. Many have fought before our time and many continue the fight today. A lyrical middle section featuring a simple yet captivating chorale-like melody is bracketed by driving rhythms and syncopated melodies. is written by Carmen Gassi for concert band.

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Four of a Kind - Jack Bullock

Feature four trumpets in this swing-era style work for concert band. Reflect on the 40s, 50s and 60s musically as the trumpets set the stage for grand memories of the big-band sound. The key to the accompaniment is attention to articulation. Highly programmatic.

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Freedom's Light March - Jon Bubbett

Freedom's Light March is a great concert selection with a melody that all will recognize! This march is very accessible to bands of all levels and is written in the unique American style. Musicians of all ages will enjoy playing Freedom's Light March and will be delighted when they hear "America" in the final strain!Original Item#: RWS-2025-00

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Freedom's March - James Swearingen

A straight-ahead and spirited march never fails to catch the attention of your audiences. When a patriotic feeling is included in the mix, the results are a guaranteed positive concert experience. Composer James Swearingen captures that essence with this finely focused work that contains no technical difficulties for any instrumentalist. A program opener, closer or encore. (1:36)

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French Chanson - Pierre Certon / arr. Steven J. Pyter

, arranged by Steven J. Pyter, is a rousing arrangement of a famous 16th-century choral work. The tuneful Renaissance art song tells a light-hearted story of gossip and rumor, with lyrics roughly translating to "I will tell you!" The story centers around a jealous husband suspicious of his beautiful wife. Like opera, the piece employs dramatic and whimsical characteristics to tell a passionate story. This arrangement alternates between tutti statements and short interludes to feature each instrument family in the band---woodwinds, brass, and percussion. The intensity and playfulness make for a great concert opener! (1:40)

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French Masters Suite - Philip Gordon

The rhythm of the dance animates this Suite arranged by Philip Gordon, reflecting the carefree, light-hearted spirit of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV and Louis XV. All three composers here represented--Couperin (1668-1733), La Coste (ca. 1700-1750) and Rameau (1683-1764)--were contemporaries of Bach and Handel. The Rigaudon is a lively dance, characterized by a jumping step that made it quite popular. It was danced in the American Colonies as well as in Europe. The Sarbande is a rather slow dance of Spanish origin; it is calm and staid, putting emphasis on the melody. The Gavotte is a very animated dance, with strongly marked accents; it, too, was very poular and frequently used on gala occasions.

Friends of Capricorn - Frank McKinney

Capricorns love making their own rules and this piece is no exception. The opening fanfare and fugue display the relentless nature of these hardest workers of the zodiac. A contrasting middle section steps quickly into the determined and strong nature of our friends. The closing then reminds us why Capricorns so often make it---they never give up. With contrasting woodwind and brass choirs, rich harmonies, and inspiring melodies, by Frank McKinney brings a musical maturity to the sound of young bands.

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