Johnnie Vinson
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
…To Realms of Endless Day
Here’s a beautifully scored lyric piece featuring a flowing melody passed from section to section. There is also a nice variety of lighter, delicate textures contrasted with dramatic full ensemble passages. Composed in memory of a mother and daughter who lost their lives in an automobile accident, this is a sensitive and poignant setting appropriate for times when a memorial is called for. Dur: 3:45SKU: HL04003071 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Arch of Triumph (French March)
Written in a traditional French style this stately march draws its title from the famous “Arc de Triomphe” in Paris. Terrific as a change of pace march, this unique work is solidly scored with fanfare-like figures and appealing melodies. Dur: 2:00SKU: HL04003474 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Armenian Rhapsody
The music of Armenia, with its long history of folk songs, has a fascinating uniqueness and distinctive flavor. This appealing setting uses five traditional Armenian melodies in a rhapsodic approach for band. Johnnie Vinson skillfully combines bold statements and driving rhythmic figures, contrasted with beautiful yet simple melodies, in a work that provides both excitement and variety. Dur: 5:30SKU: HL04005038 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Beguine for Band
This classic work for band was a staple in the repertoire for several decades. Johnnie Vinson has taken the attractive Latin style of the original and beautifully adapted it for younger players. Tastefully scored with plenty of variety and texture changes, this is a unique change of pace that offers a bit of band history.SKU: HL04004809 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Best of The Temptations
No group did more to help establish the Detroit Motown sound of the ’60s than the Temptations. Here is a medley of their biggest hits arranged for young players. Includes: Ain’t Too Proud to Beg, Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone, My Girl and Get Ready. Dur: 5:15SKU: HL08725220 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Born to Be Wild
Grade 2When the group Steppenwolf made this a huge hit back in 1968, they probably did not foresee that it would also be a hit with young concert bands today. This rockin’ arrangement is sure to liven up your next concert and motivate your players. Dur: 2:00
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
Broadway!
Reminiscent of a musical style from the heyday of Broadway musicals, Johnnie Vinson has created this lively and entertaining cut time march. Composed using the traditional march form, Broadway! includes interesting lines for all instruments and a nice variety in scoring and dynamics. Dur: 2:30SKU: HL04003974 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Cahaba Dances
Commissioned for the Shelby County (AL) All-County Honor Band, this work draws its title from the Cahaba River, the longest free-flowing river in Alabama. The outward dances are lively and busy, reflecting the growth and prosperity of the region, while the middle section is more contemplative, portraying the area’s scenic natural beauty. Magnificently scored and effectively paced. Dur: 6:45SKU: HL04004101 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Christmas Swings
Here is the perfect choice for an entertaining and unique holiday selection. Johnnie Vinson combines a light swing treatment of Jingle-Bell Rock, a lush version of Frosty the Snow Man, and a jazzy Here Comes Santa Claus into a terrific medley for young bands. Sure to be an audience pleaser!SKU: HL08725264 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Crazy Train
Featuring a signature bass line riff and powerful rock beat, this Ozzy Osbourne hit remains one of the classic rock anthems of all time. The trumpets take center stage at the beginning, and are then joined by the rest of the ensemble in this great-sounding arrangement for young players.SKU: HL04004153 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Danny Elfman: Music in the Dark
The film music of Danny Elfman is often dark and sinister, but always unique and interesting. This entertaining medley for young players includes themes from Beetlejuice, Edward Scissorhands, Spider-Man, and The Nightmare Before Christmas.SKU: HL04005414 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Echoes of the Hollow Square Suite of Shaped Note Tunes for Band
Shaped note singing is an early American tradition handed down from colonial times, and still thrives today thanks in part to the well-known book The Sacred Harp. (Songs from this book were featured in the 2003 motion picture Cold Mountain.) In creating this distinctive and attractive setting for band, Johnnie Vinson uses the following traditional shaped note songs: The Morning Trumpet, Hallelujah, I’m Going Home, and Warrenton. Dur: 8:15SKU: HL04002947 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Fantasy on a Russian Air
Based on a familiar folk tune, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealling set of variations with an occasional nod to Beethoven, who used the same melody in his Theme and Variations for flute and piano (Op. 107, No. 7). With each variation featuring a different section of the band, this work utilizes a mixture of contrasting meters and styles. Dur: 4:00SKU: HL04002617