Beyond the Shadows - Richard L. Saucedo

What lies beyond a shadow? That question has inspired numerous authors and continues to puzzle those who dream of another dimension beyond our own. Richard's evocative composition is sure to fuel the imagination while providing a wealth of musical opportunities. The mystical opening features several short solos before leading to a rich cantabile section for horns and low brass. From there the piece intensifies to a dramatic peak before returning to the calmer and soloistic feel of the beginning. A rewarding work with masterful pacing. Dur: ca. 4:15

Beyond the Shores of Avalon - J. Bell

"Beyond the Shores of Avalon" takes the listener on a musical journey to the island sanctuary hidden in the mist, said to be the resting place of King Arthur. According to legend, Avalon was a utopian paradise, home to many powerful enchantresses, including Arthur's sister Morgan le Fay. "Beyond the Shores of Avalon" is a wonderful work for teaching blend and dynamic balance within the ensemble, while also giving the low brass and woodwinds the opportunity to stand out with the melody. Enchanting music!

Beyond the Stars - Ed Huckeby

With first and second year players in mind, Ed Huckeby has developed a modal melodic and harmonic structure using a familiar key as the tonal center, making the piece sound much more difficult than it really is. The contrasting slow section allows the ensemble to showcase its developing legato style. A single bass line also allows great flexibility for ensembles with limited low brass and low woodwind sections. Your students will love "Beyond The Stars" and your audiences will be amazed at how the band is playing "such difficult music." Highly recommended for young players and ensembles with limited instrumentation.

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Beyond the Stars - James Curnow

Based on the traditional American shaped-note melody The Promised Land (first published in the 1800s), Beyond the Stars captures the spirit of the early American church musicians who voiced their enthusiasm for life and thefreedom of worship through both vocal and instrumental music. The music features several mini-variations wrapped up in four large variations (Fast, Fast, Slow, Fast-recapitulation). The composer has created new thematic materialfor each variation by excerpting motifs from three separate phrases of the original shaped-note melody. A stunning and powerful work for winds. Dur: c. 6:20

Beyond the Summit - Brian Balmages

Opening with a soft rhythmic motive in the percussion, the piece builds to a grand thematic statement. A beautiful lyrical section includes several melodic statements that are then intertwined in the powerful concluding material. Experience the musical and emotional intensity you've come to expect from Brian Balmages!

Beyond the Summit - Gary P. Gilroy

Stunning in its energy, theres never a dull moment in this engaging work! This fiery concert opener is full of color and sparkle. Brass and woodwind thematic phrases are punctuated by the exciting percussion. Occasional three-four measures withinthe four-four context heighten the intensity while being easy to feel and play.

Beyond the Summit - Jared Barnes

Brimming with energy and anticipation, this musical adventure stirs up images of nature's most majestic landscapes and mountain ranges. The journey begins with a majestic call and response theme divided amongst the sections, chasing after one another. Lighter versions of the themes appear, signifying the discovery of a breathtaking view at the summit. The intensity and excitement builds, hinting that the adventure continues - or perhaps begins, "Beyond the Summit."

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Beyond The Western Sky - Ed Huckeby

This fresh and exciting work explores the unique colors and characteristics of the northern plains from a musical perspective. The driving percussive rhythmic elements and regal fanfare-like themes of the introduction give way to beautiful, lyrical melodic lines, a popular characteristic of Huckeby's ultra-descriptive music. "Beyond The Western Sky" will make a great choice for your next concert or contest performance!

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Beyond The Wind - Mark Williams

Bi-Centennial - D. Reeves