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Concert Band Grade: 1
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Forbidden City
Inspired by the ornate palace in Beijing, China, this arrangement is focused around the Chinese folk song “Jasmine Flower.” The music is presented from the perspective of a person traveling towards the palace, with the grandeur, beauty, and spectacle gradually increasing with each step taken. The arrangement uses a variety of percussion instruments to reinforce the enchanting effects that build throughout. (2:15)SKU: AL39544 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Great Gate of Kiev
This famous work, the finale from Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, has gone from the keyboard medium to an orchestral version arranged by Ravel, and now to a very easy concert band arrangement by Mike Story. The power and drama is all here in an easy-play form. This is a great program closer!SKU: ALBD01018 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The High School Cadets
John Philip Sousa’s classic march has been scaled to the beginning level. The traditional dynamics are clearly displayed. This is a sure-fire winner. Although manageable by beginners, more advanced ensembles may choose to perform this march with reduced preparation time. Programmed on any concert, used as a warm-up for a competitive performance or simply as an encore, this arrangement will fill the bill.SKU: ALBDM00031 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Lost Kingdom
Explore the mysteries of The Lost Kingdom with your beginning band. Using only six notes, the tonality of C natural minor is clearly established in the beginning. Repeated pitch eighth note patterns form a driving rhythmic accompaniment to the broad melodic lines presented in the trumpets. Effective percussion solos using tambourine, snare drum, and bass drum add to the drama of this powerful original composition. Correlated to Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 15.SKU: AL22244 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down
This well-known melody was written as the theme song for the “Looney Tunes Cartoon” series in the third decade of the 20th century and has been a favorite of young people ever since. In this arrangement, made especially for those young people, the merry-go-round does really “break down.”SKU: AL32474 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Rings of Saturn
For years, mankind has been fascinated by the rings that surround the second largest planet in our solar system. In this well-crafted original work, Michael Story musically captures the mystery and immense beauty of these magnificent celestial phenomena. Solid scoring allows no exposed sections, adding security for your musicians and for their performances of this well-paced composition. (2:21)SKU: ALBD9837 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Sound and the Fury
The Sound and the Fury was inspired by the literary work of the same name by William Faulkner, known for his epic portrayal of the conflicts between the old and new South. Opening with a vibrant drama of punctuating thrusts in strings, winds, and percussion, the mood only shifts when we move to a lyrical and ambient section of contrasting sounds. Powerful strokes return, moving to a dramatic conclusion. A superior choice for concert or contest with guaranteed stunning audience appeal. (1:58)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Syncopated Clock
That clock just doesn’t sound right! Poking musical fun by tipping the sands of time, this Leroy Anderson classic theme is certain to bring a smile to all! Scored with your beginners in mind, the woodblocks tick away while the rest of the band presents the famous melody. A real winner! (2:00)SKU: AL38316 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Tenth Planet
This original program piece was inspired by the notion that another planet exists on the furthermost edge of our solar system. It captures the imagination of performers an listeners alike. A mysterious introduction begins the musical journey that concludes with a bold flourish. (2:09)SKU: ALBDM02039 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Torch Burns Bright
The torch represents freedom, striving, hope, excellence, peace and more to the human spirit. The lighting of the Olympic torch has inspired composer Larry Clark to express his awe and wonder in this work. With a contemporary flavor and harmonic structure rarely found in beginning band compositions, The Torch Burns Bright is a richly rewarding experience for your young performers. Here is ‘real’ music for young musicians. (duration 2:21)
SKU: ALBD9747 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
The Wizard of Oz, Themes from
Featuring all four of the revered melodies from the film—“We’re Off to See the Wizard,” “If I Only Had a Brain,” “Ding Dong the Witch Is Dead,” and “Over the Rainbow”—this suite is a great way for beginners to enjoy these cherished melodies. (5:30)SKU: AL26707 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Theme from “The Moldau”
John Kinyon has another winner with this transcription of the symphonic masterpiece “The Moldau.” A tribute to Bedrich Smetana’s beloved river, this captivating piece describes the flowing and turmoil of water in musical terms. The parts are written well within the capabilities of young performers while keeping the essence of the original. This will add more than a little class to your next concert!SKU: AL16526
