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£53.95The Legacy of Christmas
Although written as supplemental material to the (for use after lesson 8 of Level One), this piece for the holidays can be utilized with any beginning method. The grade level is 1/2-1, the pitch ranges are within an octave from concert low B-flat to A-flat, and the rhythm patterns are limited to whole, dotted half, half, and quarter notes and rests. Three well-known Christmas songs are included in this mini-medley: , , and . There is an optional ending after the first two selections, and all three pieces can be played independently as short individual pieces if the director desires. (2:06)
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£53.95Lux Prima (Come, My Soul, Thou Must Be Awakening) - Franz Joseph Haydn / arr. Ralph Ford
Franz Joseph Haydn's lovely musical setting of "Come, My Soul, Thou Must Be Awakening" has been scored for beginners in 3/4 time. The flowing melody is tuneful and will add to the musicality of your ensemble. First stated by the upper woodwinds, the full band builds to an emotional conclusion. Breathtaking! (2:19)
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£48.95Wingate March - John O'Reilly
This bright and bold march is perfect for your first year band. The melodic range is limited and simple quarter and eighth note patterns dominate. The effective snare drum part includes flams and paradiddles but no rolls. Correlates to , page 15. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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£46.95Holiday Snippets - Robert Sheldon
This delightful holiday medley includes updated yet very playable settings of "The First Noel," "Good King Wenceslas" and "The Wassail Song," all linked together with bits and pieces of "Hark the Herald Angels Sing." (2:10)
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£48.95A Little Night Music - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / arr. Todd Stalter
Mozart's Serenade No. 13 for strings in G Major, K. 525 is commonly referred to as "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik," which stands for "a little serenade," but is more familiar to music lovers as "a little night music." This arrangement uses themes from the first movement, and is cast in a comfortable key and range for young band musicians. Careful attention to the sudden, extreme dynamic changes will make the performance of this piece really come to life.
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£48.95Cruise Control - Steve Hodges
A cool swing groove on the ride cymbal opens this jazzy piece for first year band students. With the low brass and woodwinds providing a driving walking bass line, the trumpets, saxes, and upper woodwinds trade the melody effectively throughout the piece. Solid scoring and a strong rhythmic foundation allow the band to really lay back and put themselves into the "cruise control" setting! This is a great learning tool introducing elements of the swing and jazz genres to the young band.
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£41.50Tygh Ridge March - Steve Hodges
This spirited march would be a perfect choice for a concert opener. Written well within the ranges of first year band students, each section has the opportunity to play the melody or the interesting harmonies. A solid foundation by the percussion section allows the piece to move at a brisk march tempo. With effective dynamic contrasts and articulation patterns, is a great educational tool for the developing musician as well as a piece that is just fun to play!
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£48.95Warriors of Beijing - Rob Grice
After traveling to Beijing, China in the summer of 2008, the composer was inspired to create a concert work that depicts the ancient battles of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China in 221 BC, and his warriors. This Emperor's reign included unification, the building of the Great Wall and his endless search for immortality. Qin Shi Huang had over 8000 Terracotta Warriors buried in front of his tomb in order to have a strong underground army to defend him in the afterlife.
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£46.95Come the Brave - Douglas E. Wagner
Inspired by demonstrated courage, this original work is intended as a confidence-building piece for a young ensemble's first Spring concert. It serves as a perfect gateway into articulation and varying dynamics: the three most commonly occurring articulation marks (staccato, accent, and tenuto) have been included, as have the middle three dynamic markings (mezzo piano, mezzo forte, and forte) building and declining in intensity. These musical concepts can be experienced individually and within the ensemble. A bold musical statement!
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£66.95Doctor Who - Ron Grainer / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
Beginning with the first episode aired by the BBC in November of 1963, Whovians have been riveted to the adventures of The Doctor and, The Doctor always (or nearly always) triumphs. The instantly recognizable opening theme was a bit ahead of its time however, Ron Grainer's original music and initial concept in 12/8 has remained virtually unchanged through the decades. A musical adventure for generations! (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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