Johnnie Vinson
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Taylor Swift: 1989
At the top of her game as a songwriter and recording artist, Taylor Swift released the CD 1989 as a tribute to the sound and style of popular music in the 1980s. This entertaining medley for younger players features the blockbuster hits Wildest Dreams, Blank Space and Shake It Off.SKU: HL04005022 -
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Best of Carole King
Carole King practically owned the radio airwaves in the early ’70s with her easy flowing songs and heartfelt performances. This medley of mega-hits includes It’s Too Late, Jazzman, You’ve Got a Friend, and I Feel the Earth Move. Dur: 6:00SKU: HL04001199 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
The Brandenburg Gate (German March)
Heralded by a fanfare-like figure for trumpets in the first strain, here is an appealing German-style march solidly scored for young players. Low brass take the lead on the second strain, followed by a contrasting lyrical section featuring the woodwinds. The full ensemble brings us to a rousing finish in this terrific-sounding march. (This is a nice follow-up to Johnnie’s earlier “international” marches St. Petersburg March, New Forest March and The Crown of Castile.) Dur: 2:30SKU: HL04003087 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
The Crown of Castile (Spanish March)
Here is a terrific sounding concert march written in a traditional Spanish style. Utilizing elements of the habañera rhythm and featuring a harmonic shift from minor in the beginning to major at the end, this makes a nice alternative to the usual march style piece. Dur: 2:30 (Grade 2.5)SKU: HL04003005 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
The Cup of Life
Recorded by Ricky Martin for the 1998 FIFA World Cup, this familiar hit features a driving Latin rock style and repetitive rhythms that are exciting yet easy to learn. Your percussion section in particular will enjoy playing this one!SKU: HL04004354 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
The Marches of John Williams
No one writes a march like master film composer John Williams. Here is a stirring medley of some of his best expertly scored for young players by Johnnie Vinson. Includes: Raiders March, Midway March, The Olympic Spirit and The Throne Room (Star Wars.)SKU: HL08725192 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
The Singing River
In the Shoals region of northwest Alabama, the Tennessee River is often referred to as “the singing river,” a term originating with the Yuchi tribe of Native Americans. Commissioned by the Shoals Area Band Directors Association, Johnnie Vinson has created an effective work for band that focuses on the river’s relationship to life in this area both past and present. A primary “river theme” is stated from which a series of variants creates a fascinating and appealing musical tapestry. Dur: 5:40SKU: HL04506478 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Time Warp (from The Rocky Horror Picture Show)
35 years after its premiere (and featured recently on Glee), cult movie classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show remains the longest-running theatrical release in film history. Here is the familiar high-energy dance hit “Time Warp” in a very playable yet great-sounding arrangement for young bands.SKU: HL08725313 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Tudor Suite
Featuring distinctive music from the Renaissance period, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealling collection for young players. Included in this setting are contrasting movements in a fast-slow-fast format, perfect for concerts or festivals. Dur: 3:30SKU: HL04002677