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£65.00Welcome Christmas (from How the Grinch Stole Christmas) - Music by Albert Hague, lyrics by Dr. Seuss / arr. Douglas E. Wagner
The joyous sounds rising from Whoville, as its undaunted residents join their voices affirming the deeper meaning of the season, are recreated in this solidly scored arrangement for beginning players at their first holiday program. How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the 1966 animated television adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic, has become mandatory viewing each year for children of all ages. Its imaginative musical score, together with an endearing cast of characters---not to mention the delicious narration of Boris Karloff---have created this American Christmas tradition. (2:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£65.00Ancient Moon - By Elliot Del Borgo
Haunting rich textures surround the initial musical statement, which is embellished by innovative variations. The conclusion expands with pulsating impacts aligned with the broad melody. This is Del Borgo at his best. Be sure to program this work on your first beginning band concert. This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£65.00Soul Express - By Steve Hodges
A catchy clarinet theme opens this fun, yet effective piece with a little bit of soul mixed with a little bit of gospel rock. Everyone gets involved with the melodies and the active bass line provides a solid foundation for the themes. This piece will be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£45.95Baby Boy - Arr. Michael Story
Made famous by Beyonc, this R&B hit will help to bring your beginning band into the 21st Century. This title is a great selection to foster recruiting, but there's not a difficult rhythm or fingering in the whole chart. With the rock beat, you can reinforce solid counting. This one's a winner! (1:58)
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£51.50'Twas in the Moon of Wintertime - Traditional / arr. Michael Story
Also known as the "Huron Carol," this carol melody is as expressive as the tale it depicts. Michael Story has musically captured the essence of this beautiful theme in 'Twas In the Moon of Wintertime. A charming addition to traditional holiday fare! This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£49.95Jump Start - By Steve Hodges
This catchy tune lets the band cut loose with a strong jump beat powered by an old school bass line and active percussion. A dynamic introduction leads to the melody presented by the trumpets and then repeated by the rest of the band. The solo tom-tom leads to the give-and-take middle section that builds into a repeat of the melody. A short coda section provides a big finish to this exciting piece. Careful attention to articulation markings will add even more energy to the rhythmic patterns throughout the piece. This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£41.50See the Conquering Hero Comes - By George Freidrich Handel / arr. Edward Kennedy
See the Conquering Hero Comes was composed by the great baroque composer George Friedrich Handel and is a chorus from his popular Oratorio Judas Maccabaeus. The work was composed in 1746 and was first performed in Covent Garden, London in 1747. In 1884, Edmund Louis Budry wrote new words to this chorus to create the very stirring and well known hymn "Thine Be the Glory." This theme and variations arrangement of Handel's famous piece features all sections of the band and makes a very effective concert opener or finale for young bands. "Effective as an opener or closer, this is a satisfying way to introduce students to a significant composer." - The Instrumentalist
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£6.95Awake the Iron - By Scott Watson
"Desperta Ferro!," or "Awake the Iron!" was the battle cry of Medieval Spanish soldiers called the Almogavars. In the dim light of dawn, as they prepared for battle, these fierce soldiers would beat their swords on rocks shouting this phrase. The sparks that flew from the rocks in the eerie light of dawn, together with the soldier's call to arms, would give any enemy pause. Awake the Iron, with its insistent unisons, energetic rhythms, modal themes, and powerful percussive writing, mirrors the ferocious intensity of the medieval battlefield. This mature sounding, yet approachable work, is sure to be a favorite of both the musicians and audience. This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£48.95Quicksilver March - By Gary Fagan
Written in the traditional march style, this piece is designed to give very young players experience with the marcato style of playing. Technical and range requirements are held to a minimum in this exciting march for beginning level bands. (1:30) This title is available in SmartMusic.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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£48.95(Do You Want) Salsa with That? - By Larry Henry
Imagine a warm tropical island resort, sailboats in the distance and palm trees swaying along the beach . . . (Do You Want) Salsa with That? is a lighthearted Latin tune that features your "star" player. The solo, written for almost every instrument, makes this a flexible selection for any group that gives students a chance to "get in front of the band." Your audience will love the Latin percussion instruments playing a mambo rhythm that will bring a smile to everyone's face. You can enhance the rhythm section to include almost any number of Latin instruments. Solid scoring and little technical demand make this piece reachable for the youngest of bands, but the rich harmonies, beautiful melody and syncopated rhythms make it sound sophisticated for the more mature player. This is a timeless selection your audience will enjoy for years to come.
Estimated delivery 3-5 days
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