Acclamations (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Huckeby, Ed

This spirited work by Ed Huckeby features unique rhythmic accompaniment rhythms in the lower parts contrasted with simple, but musically effective upper voice melodic lines. The "moderato'' middle section utilizes subtle syncopation to create a pleasant contemporary character. Ed's medium-easy arrangement for the Build-A-Band Series makes it playable with very small bands and bands with severe instrumentation issues, and insures that it will be a favourite concert and contest selection for years to come for these groups. As usual with this series, optional parts are included for percussion and keyboards.Duration: 4.45

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Accolada

An exciting and appealing composition at the medium easy level that features Huckeby's popular style of changing meters and lively syncopation. The slow section features a short solo for oboe (cued in other instruments) and a nice solo section for flute. Solid, contemporary writing makes this piece a wonderful choice for either concert or contest performances.

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Acentos Oscuras (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wiffin, Rob

A powerful, brooding piece in minimalist style, Acentos Oscuras (Dark Accents) is a new departure for Rob Wiffin. He wanted to try and write a reasonably extended piece of minimalism but make the necessary rhythmic shifts by means of accents across the bar rather than continually changing the metre. Hence the ear picks up a lot of patterns of 5 that are actually placed across an even beat of 2. Without necessarily trying for a dark atmosphere the piece naturally evolved in that mood. There are episodes that are lighter and more playful but the primal power and obscure quality pervade much of the music.Duration: 8

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Aces of the Air - Swearingen, James

The always popular collection of Karl King marches has provided us with, yet, another great work of masterful writing. You can be assured that all the ingredients of a traditional march can be found in this "fun to perform" piece by the preeminent composer of circus music. His timeless pieces continue to be performed around the world and this exciting march will hopefully find its way into the music folders of your students. A real crowd pleaser!

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Ach Wie Fluchtig, Ach Wie Nichtig (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Haan, Jacob

Duration: 3:00

Achievement (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

Achievement is a chorale and march using the first 7 notes found in most beginning band methods.

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Achnaton Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

The Egyptian pharaoh Amenhotep IV, better known as Achnaton, was the second son and successor of Amenhotep III. He reigned the New Kingdom from 1353 until 1336 BC. Achnatons lack of interest in the economic well-being of Egypt ushered in a revolutionary period in Egyptian history. His harsh reign induced much suffering under the population. During this period when it was customary for a pharaoh to have many wives, he had taken his cousin Nefertete to reign as queen at his side. An elegant and very beautiful woman, she used her influence to ease the turmoil caused by Achnaton. Combined with her grace, her presence at public functions led to a greater popularity among her subjects than the pharaoh enjoyed himself. Being mostly preoccupied with religious questions, he declared that all the other gods did not exist. There was only one god, the Aten, and it was the sun itself. It was now necessary to change his name: 'Amenhotep' meaning 'the god Amun is satisfied', because he didnt want to be associated with Amun or any of the other deities. He renamed himself 'Achnaton' which means 'servant of the Aten' -- a much more appropriate title! In the sixth year of his reign Achnaton also moved the capital to a brand new city called Achet-Aton ('the Horizon of the Aten') which was where Tel el-Amarna stands today. He did this to further isolate himself from the 'old' religion, since the previous capital Thebes was the centre of worship of Amun. This new religion created an up rise among the population and high priests. In spite of Nefertetes influence, the falling economy and religious conflict resulted in the decline of the Egyptian empire. Hoping to forget it ever happened, people later tried to eradicate all traces of Achnaton and his successors rule by smashing their statues, mutilating their mummies, and ruining their relief carvings. From that moment on he was remembered as the 'heretic king'. This composition was partially funded by the 'Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds'. 09:00

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

Duration: 9:30

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Across Illuminated Skies (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Ban, Oscar

Across Illuminated Skies, by Oscar Ban, is a vibrant combination of tonal colors and textures. The exciting opening and dramatic finish give this work great flexibility as opener, closer, or anywhere else on your program. Oscar Ban's first published work shows the promise of many great things to come from his creative pen! Duration: 2.15

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Across the Great Divide (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Romeyn, Rob

A delightful programmatic work depicting the day in the life of a cowboy in the American northwest. From the glorious mountain sunrise, to the exciting rodeo, and finally to the beautiful sunset, the themes are very memorable and enjoyable. Includes solo opportunities for trumpet, flute and clarinet. Contrasting moods, styles, and engaging themes make this piece a winner. Don't miss this one!!Duration: 7.00

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