Amazing Amadeus (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

2006 celebrates the 250th anniversary of the birthday of possibly the greatest composer that has ever lived, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). With a prolific output of symphonies and concertos as well as chamber and keyboard works his music is timeless and suitable for any occasion. Michael Friedmann has taken some of the most famed themes, La ci darem la mano from Don Giovanni, Romance from Eine kleine Nachtmusik, a theme from The Marraige of Figaro, Alleluja from Exultate Jubilate, Papageno?s bell tune from The Magic Flute, an Adagio and Ah, vous dirai-je, maman to craft a wonderful ode to Mozart to celebrate his anniversary and, with this magnificent compilation, you are able give any concert a beautiful touch of ?the master at work?. 02:37

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Amazing Grace (Bagpipes with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Walker, Desmond

This traditional song has been arranged for Concert Band with Bagpipes in the key of Eb Major

Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

David Shaffer has created a spectacular setting of this classic hymn for younger musicians. As a graceful introduction leads into the flowing opening statement of the melody, the arrangement grows with dramatic energy throughout. Although simple, the classic David Shaffer harmonies and counter-melodic writing make this arrangement a joy to teach and to perform. How better to teach the concepts of legato style and phase development. Especially appropriate for holiday concerts, this arrangement is also a perfect choice for both concert and festival performances.

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Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Bullock, Jack

Classic beauty is so often enhanced by simplicity. This arrangement is written for the beginning band level, but we suspect that this stunning setting will be used by band directors at all educational levels. This is a hymn scoring with universal appeal.

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Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob

Duration: 2:30

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Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Henderson & Murtha

Master arranger Luther Henderson created many of the signature arrangements performed by the Canadian Brass, including this classic. Paul Murtha has authentically adapted Luther's version for concert band with this well-crafted arrangement.

Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Himes, William

Amazing Grace is one of the world's most love hymn tunes and this glorious arrangement is sure to be popular with players and audiences alike. Beautifully crafted, and eloquently scored, this reflective, yet powerful arrangement builds to a glorious climax perfectly blending the traditional melody with sumptuous new harmonies.Duration: 3:00

Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hoshide, Takashi

After he had survived a heavy sea storm, John Newton (1725-1807), captain of a slave ship, became a priest and from then on he fought for the abolition of slavery. During his tenure he wrote several hymns, of which Amazing Grace certainly is the best known. The melody assumedly derives from a song by the African slaves. Takashi Hoshide has written a compelling arrangement of this beautiful melody.Duration: 5:15

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Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lavender, Paul

Here is one of the most enduring hymns ever written. In the skilled hands of Paul Lavender, this is a great sounding piece for beginning groups. Scored with easy ranges and tutti rhythms.

Amazing Grace (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Newton, John - Phillips, Richard

The life story of John Newton is well-documented and his occupation as a slave-trader and subsequent conversion and ordination as curate of Olney, Buckinghamshire, well-known. This incredible story probably makes the words to Amazing Grace! so remarkable, although, Newton can only be credited for the first three verses. This arrangement, although not technically difficult, will require a sustained sound towards the end during its climactic conclusion. It is therefore advisable that the physical demands be understood before commencement so that the correct measurement of exertion can be made throughout the presentation.