Appalachian Tapestry (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wagner, Douglas E.

Rich in musical heritage, Appalachian Tapestry warmly depicts five varied folk tunes representative of this region. The awesome beauty and grandeur of the Appalachian mountain range is presented through folk and fiddle tunes all intertwined in this musical journey. A cherished new setting sure to please. Featuring: She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain; At the Foot of Yonder Mountain; A Frog He Went A-Courtin'; Shenandoah; The Tree in the Wood. Duration: 4.00

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Appalachian Trail (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Kinyon, John

This suite captures the flavor of the musical sounds indigenous to the mountain people of Appalachia. The first movement is based on the well-loved hymn 'Amazing Grace.' The pensive second movement is titled 'Dulcimer Tune' and provides an excellent contrast to the lively third movement 'Clog Dance' which features wood block and snare drum that simulate the sounds of hill country clogging.

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Appalachian Whisper (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - McDonel, Jennifer

Written in the tradition of Appalachian folk music, the simplicity of the scoring and flexibility of instrumentation makes this an ideal choice for young ensembles. The delightful melody is passed around from section to section creating melodic interest for the players and your audience. The optional lyrics that are included allow the addition of a soloist or small choral ensemble to enhance the overall effect of this charming setting.Duration: 3:15

APPALACHIAN WHISPER (Windependence) - McDonel, Jennifer S.

Written in the tradition of Appalachian folk music, the simplicity of the scoring and flexibility of instrumentation makes this an ideal choice for young ensembles. The delightful melody is passed around from section to section creating melodic interest for the players and your audience. The optional lyrics that are included allow the addition of a soloist or small choral ensemble to enhance the overall effect of this charming setting. (3:15)

Appealing John (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hanmer, Ronald

Appealing John is a simple arrangement that will prove attractive to the young player. Ronald Hanmer's composing skills produce a very full sound from beginner bands.Duration: 1.00

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Appelooza (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Stamp, Jack

Appelooza is a funky, rock'n'roll-ish romp for intermediate concert band. The Electric Bass is featured throughout with optional cues in other instruments in case an bassist isn't available.

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APPLAUSE (Intermediate Concert Band) - Brown, Michael

Lady Gaga has struck gold again with this driving and catchy blockbuster hit. This up-tempo rock arrangement is characterized by a syncopated and rhythmic pulse and tuneful melody.

Applause! (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sakai, Takamasa

This piece was inspired by a variety of music such as Broadway musicals, French cancan, and circus marches. A special rhythm pattern called "Ipponjime" (or "Sanbonjime") is played by the percussion (3 + 3 + 3 + 1) in the first four measures. This is how people freely clap their hands when ceremonies or parties end in Japan. This custom of clapping hands reflects Japanese people's spirit to readily move on to the next step. As the infectious work comes to its exciting conclusion every player shouts "yeah!" ensuring you will definitely hear rapturous applause!Duration: 2:15

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Apple Island Legend (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

This work strives to capture the beauty of Apple Island, a small island located in the centre of Orchard Lake in Michigan, and the surrounding area. It also pays homage to the colourful Native American leader Chief Pontiac who lived and is buried on the island. The main theme, which appears throughout the work, is based on an original Native American chant that is still used today in their sacred religious ceremonies.Duration: 6.00

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Aquarium (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Meij, Johan

The Suite Aquarium is Johan de Meij's third composition for symphonic band and features six tropical fishes, each of them represented by a motif, and surfacing as such in several guises. The composition consists of three movements of which the second and third merge uninterruptedly into each other. I) Allegretto grazioso (Neon Tetra, Electric Eel and Angelfish) II) Andante / Adagio (Sea Horse and Zebrafish) III) Finale: Allegro giocoso (Guppy & Co.) The Neon Tetra motif functions as a kind of 'Leitmotiv' and describes the beautifully coloured, frisky fish: A number of variants have been derived from this theme and will also appear in the other movements. The Electric Eel in fact is not represented by a motif, but by a rhythm based on the restless electric pulses made audible in some aquaria. The Angel fish is represented by elegant cluster chords. In the second movement the Sea Horse emerges out of the water vegetation and starts a dialogue with the Zebrafish, which is represented by one melodic phrase in unison, getting more and more threatening by added parallel fifths and octaves. Simultaneously with the Sea Horse motif the Neon Tetra theme emerges, this time in 3/4 time and in Eb minor. The third movement starts with only two instruments (trumpet and xylophone), but as it is often the case with Guppies their number rapidly increases. Piccolo and Alto Saxophone introduce the Guppy Theme followed by several instrumental combinations. Every theme from the first movement 'swims by' once more, after which the principal motif leads us to a brilliant ending.Duration: 9.00

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