Samuel R. Hazo
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Our Kingsland Spring (Movement I of “Georgian Suite”)
Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam skillfully alternates sections of light and delicate writing with full broad-sounding chorale passages in a work that definitely sounds more impressive and complex than its easy level would indicate. Dur: 3:25 (Includes Full Performance CD)SKU: HL04002379 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Our Yesterdays Lengthen like Shadows
This uniquely constructed work was commissioned by the 2008 South Carolina High School All-State Band and consists of a series of gorgeous melodic textures surrounding one ever-present note. The listener hears this note briefly in the beginning and the end, but it is skillfully hidden in between. From lush soft passages to crescendos that leave your audience breathless, this composition will provide you and your ensemble with an unforgettable musical experience! Includes access to online recording of full performance. Dur: 5:00SKU: HL04002969 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Parkour (l’art du déplacement)
Combining brash and aggressive rhythmic figures along with more gentle moments and inventive textures, this impressive work by Samuel Hazo is truly a standout for advanced bands. The piece is built around a four-note motif, which is developed and expanded throughout. A middle section features more of a jazzy flavor with saxes in the spotlight accompanied by finger snaps. The rhythmic intensity returns, building towards a glorious full ensemble affirmation and bringing this exciting work to a powerful conclusion. Dur: 5:45SKU: HL04003063 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Rest (2nd Movement from “Minnesota Portraits”)
Based on the familiar carol “God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen,” Samuel Hazo incorporates featured melodies for oboe and horn along with dense textures and harmonic alterations in this moving and reverent setting suitable for special holiday occasions. Dur: 3:00SKU: HL04002657 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 5
Rush
Grade 5Written as a follow-up to his wildly successful composition Ride, this new work from Samuel Hazo was commissioned by the Wenger Corporation and premiered at the 2006 Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Like its predecessor, Rush is an exhilarating display of rhythmic intensity, featuring shifting meters and dynamic wind band scoring. Sure to leave your listeners breathless. Dur: 3:35 (Includes full performance CD)
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Seconds Out
In boxing, the term “seconds out” refers to the moment when coaches and trainers (or seconds) must be out of the ring, leaving the competitors alone to face the competition. In a similar vein, this composition provides a musical description of the challenges and triumphs of students as they transition from middle to high school, leaving their “seconds” (parents, mentors, etc.) behind to face life on their own terms. Featuring a strong sense of urgency throughout, Seconds Out is solidly written for inexperienced ensembles with plenty of tutti scoring, and interspersed with sections of contrasting dynamics and effective percussion writing. (Grade 2) Dur: 3:50SKU: HL04003345 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Siorai September
Translated from Gaelic as “Eternal September,” this marvelous setting for band is designed to take each listener back to their own vivid fall memories on a college campus. Commissioned by the University of Notre Dame and premiered at their Carnegie Hall performance in 2010, this work is also dedicated to the composer’s father, Dr. Samuel J. Hazo, a 1949 graduate of Notre Dame. Additionally, Dr. Hazo’s poem “Home Are the Sailors” is incorporated in the middle of the piece. Rich in musical references and varied textures, this is a dramatic and rewarding work for mature ensembles. Dur: c. 5:30SKU: HL04003043 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Southern Hymn
Even though the themes used in this beautiful setting are original, it is intended to be played in the style of a slow Southern folk hymn, similar to “Amazing Grace” or “Shenandoah.” Filled with suspensions and resolutions, as well as calm moments and powerfully emotional builds, this is a marvelous work for expanding your ensemble’s stylistic and dynamic range. Dur: 4:25 (Grade 4)SKU: HL04002790 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Stella Maris
Composed as a memorial piece for a beloved teacher and friend, tender melodies and lush harmonies combine in this moving and lyrical work for mature ensembles. Stella Maris is a Latin term for Polaris, the North Star, with its symbolic role as “the star that protects and guides.” It’s this reference that serves as the inspiration and premise of this emotional and rewarding work. (The piano introduction is optional.) Dur: 4:40SKU: HL04003768 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Three Concert Fanfares
These brief yet powerful fanfares will serve a variety of functions for concert programming. Written with moderate and stately tempos, these fanfares are easy to learn but provide a grand and impressive sound for just about any ensemble. Dur: 2:00 (Includes full performance CD)SKU: HL04002569 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Voices of the Sky
Our sky is never the same – from day to day or even hour to hour. It holds the brightest and darkest things we will ever see, and in addition is capable of displaying every imaginable color and mood. Through this expressive work, Samuel Hazo has translated the many qualities of the sky into musical moods. The opening section features flowing melodies beautifully developed between soloistic and full ensemble playing. The “sinister” fast section features driving rhythms, mixed meters and a crescendo that evolves into a powerful setting of the original melody. Sam’s sense of timing and emotional pacing is strongly evident in this effective work. Dur: 5:45 (Includes Full Performance CD)SKU: HL04002389 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2.5
We Meet Again (Concert Opener)
We Meet Again is a regal overture for developing bands that evolves from a powerful fanfare into a fugue-like allegro section, building to a glorious ending. This concise concert opener will excite young musicians the first time through the piece, and keep them intrigued with each repetition. Commissioned by the Waller (TX) Jr. High Band and premiered at the 2009 National Concert Band Festival. Dur: 1:50 (Grade 2.5)SKU: HL04002965 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Whisper to Their Souls (based on “Greensleeves”)
Here is a unique and creative setting of the familiar tune Greensleeves (What Child Is This?) that opens with the melody scored softly for the woodwinds. The full ensemble contributes a series of harmonically rich phrases until the work reaches an emotional climax at the powerfully scored key change. While this is certainly effective as a holiday offering, it can be performed as a memorable tone poem any time of the year. Dur: 4:10SKU: HL04002667
