Curtain Up! - William Owens, Timothy Loest, Brian Balmages

For directors on a budget, we are pleased to offer this exciting collection of four pieces at one low price. Designed to work well as a full concert program, these pieces represent a variety of styles and composers for a well-balanced program! Titles include: (William Owens), (Timothy Loest), (Brian Balmages), and (William Owens).

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Cut to the Chase - Todd Stalter

In popular jargon, the phrase "cut to the chase" means to get to the really interesting or important point, and leave out all that is unnecessary. It originated from early cinematic lore when silent films were full of romantic storylines that inevitably led to much more exciting and memorable chase sequences. In this work, the melodic fragments are tossed around the band to give the impression that everyone is being chased or chasing something. To pay homage to the phrase's past, the frantic atmosphere stops for an obligatory inclusion of a slow, romantic chord progression with a soaring melody, and then the chase resumes, building to a rousing conclusion. (2:25) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Cute - Neil Hefti / arr. Roy Phillippe

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Cyber Santa

Santa's workshop has recently had a technology upgrade. Combining several classic and familiar holiday carols in a futuristic manner, your students will be transported to a holiday season where Santa can teleport down the chimney rather than climb! Using only the first six notes of the Bb scale, this piece is highly achievable in limited rehearsal time. Cyber Santa is unique and creative for any holiday program!Original Item#: RWS-2328-00

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Cycle of the Werewolf - Jeremy S. Martin

A surrealistic tour-de-force for concert band, this work sizzles from the first note to the last. Inspired by the Stephen King story of the same name, the work shows the contemporary concert band at its best. Dark, foreboding, and yet triumphant, this is a can't miss selection for any concert.

Da Vinci Sketches - Erik Morales

Drawing inspiration from the sketches of Leonardo da Vinci, Erik Morales offers this composition based on da Vinci's sketches relating to art, architecture, industry, and human flight. After an ethereal opening with a beautiful flute solo, the main theme is stated in its entirety. This theme builds through ever-changing textures as it climaxes in a massive percussion break before moving to the lyrical second theme, representing the Mona Lisa. The opening theme returns in a new setting as the piece comes to a stunning conclusion. Consider this one strongly!

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Dallas (Main Title) - Jerrold Immel / arr. Victor López

This high-energy arrangement has all the flavor of the west while exploring various keys and timbres, making this a full-fledged exquisite concert band arrangement. (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Dance at the Lake of Miramoor - Barry E. Kopetz

This programmatic work tells the story of a lake that never reflects sunlight and instead shows images of the past, present, and future. The music portrays the inhabitants of a mystic land as they dance around this enchanting lake, waiting to see what images will next appear in its waters. Easy to put together and wonderful for stimulating the imagination!

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Dance Celebration - Robert W. Smith

Inspired by his daughters' first dance recital, Mr. Smith has created this beginning band composition. It is a pleasure to offer great original performance literature for beginning strings in their first year of instruction. A most charismatic work that will evoke a musical celebration. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Dance Monkey

is the breakout single from Australian singer Tones & I which reached number one on the charts in 30 countries. Arranged by Michael Kamuf, the infectious groove and syncopation will make this a favorite of students and audience alike. (2:36) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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