Concert Band Grade: 3.5
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
A Hanukkah Festival
A Hanukkah Festival is a medley of three traditional Hanukkah songs, “Sevivon,” “Maoz Tzur,” and “Hanukkah.” “Sevivon” has a dramatic melody and is written with a variety of accompaniment leading to a brief, but impressive, clarinet cadenza that leads into “Maoz Tzur.” This traditional piece is scored with full, rich voicings along with the beautiful melody. “Hanukkah” is the festival of lights and the last section of the piece. It is a bright playful march with an exciting conclusion. A Hanukkah Festival is filled with memorable tunes that students and audiences will enjoy while paying homage to this important holiday. (5:17)SKU: AL36708 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Ancient Carol Variants
This delightful holiday arrangement is based on the well-known melody of “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.” This fresh and exciting rendition of one of the most ancient of holiday carols will surely be a welcome addition to any holiday concert. (5:00)SKU: AL39640 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Asturias
This transcription of Asturias from Issac Albéniz’s Suite Española, Op. 47 brings new life to the work originally composed for piano and is brilliantly colored, filled with suggestive harmonies and complex textures, and richly evocative. (6:45)SKU: AL32513 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Buenaventura
Here is a high-powered piece that will provide your band with an excellent ventura! Featuring fast Latin percussion, lots of driving syncopations and even a short jazz section, your band will want to play this tune again and again. A great selection to close a concert or contest!SKU: AL24672 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Ceremonial Fanfare
Festive and celebratory in nature, Ceremonial Fanfare will make a great opening to your next concert. The contrasting lyrical section features a flute and oboe duet, and the work concludes with a restatement of the introduction and primary theme, leading to an energetic conclusion.SKU: AL23318 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Children of a Different Sun
Opening with a heroic fanfare, this stunning original composition was inspired by the 15th century Inca citadel Machu Picchu and specifically the Intihuatana stone in what is now southeastern Peru where sun worship was favored. Many historians have come to refer to the Inca Empire as “Children of the Sun.” The work continues with an intense, almost frenzied, component that sets the stage for an active interplay of contrasting themes featuring a melodic statement interrupted by accented percussive statements. A pensive and lush moment builds with strong percussion contribution to a bold and satisfying conclusion. Skillfully arranged by Roland Barrett. (4:45)SKU: AL45806 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Choreography
Choreography was commissioned by the 2008 ATSSB All-State Band by the Association of Texas Small School Bands. Written in overture form, the piece draws its inspiration from dance movements found in contemporary stage, ballet and theatrical productions. The piece opens with fast-paced angular gestures accompanied by rapid rhythmical punctuations before yielding to a contrasting lyrical section with long, flowing lines and many opportunities for expressive playing. The infectious beat patterns and memorable melodic content combine to make this an excellent concert opener. (5:33)SKU: AL31724 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Chorus Angelorum
This poignant and moving work musically tells the tale of a chorus of angels (chorus angelorum) as they accompany two souls to the next world. Composed as a memorial piece, the music evolves from the initial “angels’ song,” their journey to heaven, and their return to comfort those who mourn. The voice parts (performed on a synthesizer or by real voices) add an ethereal quality to this wonderful work. Dur: 6:25 (Grade 3-1/2)Audio recorded by the Indiana University of Pennsylvania Wind Ensemble – Jack Stamp, conductor
Samuel R. Hazo, guest conductor
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Clown Act
This humorous circus march brings to life all the color of a clown parade as it slips and slides and elbows you in the ribs. The sax section gets to stand and bark like dogs, and the entire ensemble screams in delight as a clown is shot out of a canon onto a galloping horse. Very colorful and exciting!SKU: AL36718 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Continuance
With brilliant orchestrations and engaging parts for everyone, your students will be motivated to bring out their best with this dramatic and intense work. Continuance by Michael Kamuf has the perfect balance of technical demand and musical artistry! (5:30)SKU: ALPK-0008582 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Crossroads to the Future
Opening with a bold fanfare, this piece celebrates the 150th anniversary of the composer’s home town. Featuring four episodes that represent various aspects of the city’s history, this is a daring new work for your concert band. (5:15)SKU: AL38365
