Early Bird March - Mark Williams

Using only 6 notes and no eighth notes, this easy march is an ideal choice for that important first concert. You won't believe that a piece this easy could sound this good. Correlated with , page 10.

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Early One Morning

Early One Morning is a beautiful lyrical folksong that could be used as a band warmup or a contrasting piece on a concert program on at a festival. It starts quietly, off in the distance, then the melody enters in the low voices and gently builds. The haunting melody flows throughout the ensemble and comes to a peaceful close.

Earth Shock - Mekel Rogers

Strong and intense melodies combine with modal harmonies and driving rhythms to create a piece for beginners that is accessible yet powerful. A variety of percussion timbres contrast with various styles in the winds to make this piece a great teaching tool to develop more musical playing skills. A superb choice for beginning bands.

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Easy Fix - Heather Hoefle

Need something fun and easy for your band and audience? "Easy Fix" is a spirited pep-band style work that your students and audience will love! With short phrases and jazz-style articulations, this piece is just what your band needs.Original Item#: RWS-2227-00

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Echo Lake Overture - Sandy Feldstein and John O'Reilly

Here's a great overture for the first year concert that's easy to play, yet impressive in its grandeur. The interplay between woodwinds and brass are effectively contrasted by the strong tutti sections. Don't miss this one! (Grade 1---Correlates with Alfred's Basic Band Method, Book 1, Unit 12)

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Echoes from the Highlands

A suite of Scottish folk songs, is a suite of three Scottish Folk Tunes arranged by Albert O. Davis that has the beautiful and memorable melodies. Rich, too, in historical relevance, the arrangement affords conductors the opportunity to delve into multiculturalism. Movements may also be performed individually: 1. The Highland Watch, 2. I Lo'e Na A Laddie But Ane, 3. Annie Laurie. (5:00)

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Echoes of Egypt - Nicholas Baratta

Travel musically to a land far away. joins five components of this mystical land. "The Nile" is depicted with African percussion setting the stage for the flow of that historic body of water. The magnificent construction of the pyramids is presented as well as sounds from a sandstorm. The epic work concludes paying homage to the Pharaohs. (6:23)

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Echoes of the Civil War - Mark Williams

This nostalgic arrangement of Civil War tunes begins with a peaceful woodwind statement of the 'Battle Cry of Freedom.' A trumpet and drum fanfare brings contrast and heralds the arrival of an upbeat section where 'Dixie,' played by the woodwinds, is superimposed over the opening tune in the brass. A stirring piece, filled with bittersweet pride and respect for an important period in American history. (Grade 1 1/2---Easy)

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Ecossaise for Military Band, WoO 22 - Ludwig van Beethoven / arr. Todd Stalter

An ecossaise, derived from the French word for "Scottish," was a dance that was very popular in Europe in the early nineteenth century. Beethoven was enamored with the music of the British Isles, and composed this work in 1810; though he withheld it from publication, it was published posthumously. Beethoven's humor and playfulness abound in this delightful arrangement for young players. (1:35)

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Edifice - Robert Sheldon

"Edifice" was written to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the 6th grade school building in Troy, Ohio City Schools. The opening, majestic block chords recall the strength and endurance of the actual structure, while the faster and more tuneful main theme reflects the youthful energy and optimism of the school's many generations of students. (2:20) "Edifice" correlates to Book 1, Level 3 of . This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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