Categories: New & Recent Titles, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 4.0 Composers: Eddie Pola, George Wyle Arranger: Chris Sharp
Grade 4 Duration 2.00
Light up your winter concert with this exciting rendition of the popular holiday classic. Rhythm section is included and is orchestrated to work with a standard concert band setup or to provide a more commercial sound if a pianist and electric bassist are available. An outstanding arrangement of a holiday favorite that is sure to bring down the house!
Categories: BIGGIES - Grade 3.0, New & Recent Titles Composer: Jack Wilds
Grade 3.0 Duration 4.15
Experience a wild party in a border town along the Rio Grande! The music imagines a traveler emerging from the desert to join the festivities as the music continues to build to a raucous and invigorating conclusion. A fantastic closer and exceptional way to feature your percussionists! (4:15)
Category: New & Recent Titles Composer: Howard Shore Arranger: Robert Longfield
Grade 2.0
From the dramatic finale to the third film in the popular Twilight Saga movie series, here is Howard Shore's distinctive and memorable main theme. Robert Longfield's arrangement is carefully scored so that all sections (even low brass) get a chance to play the haunting theme.
Category: New & Recent Titles Composer: Howard Shore Arranger: Robert Longfield
From the dramatic finale to the third film in the popular Twilight Saga movie series, here is Howard Shore's distinctive and memorable main theme. Robert Longfield's arrangement is carefully scored so that all sections (even low brass) get a chance to play the haunting theme.
Categories: New & Recent Titles, OPENERS - Grade 2.0
Gade 2.0 Duration 2.42
"Kokiriko Bushi" is long believed to be the oldest folk song in Japan. Normally, this song is presented in a serene setting, but has a new life as an up-tempo, war-like march. A vast array of authentic sounds is used, inspired by Japanese Noh Theater.
Category: New & Recent Titles Composer / arranger: Christopher Coleman
The Funeral processions of New Orleans are famous for their accompanied, mournful, traditional jazz bands. The return journeys however are completely different, with a celebratory ‘picking up’ of the tempos and the use of “kicking” syncopations, all in the affirmation of life after death. Chris Coleman’s wonderful New Orleans snapshot brings a whole new world to the meaning of the wind band. 8 minutes
Categories: New & Recent Titles, LIGHT CONCERT - Grade 3.0 Composer: Dimitri Shostakovich Arranger: Johan de Meij
Grade 3.00
Duration 3.45
In 1938 Shostakovich composed his Second Jazz Suite at the request of the recently founded State Orchestra for Jazz conducted by Victor Knushevitsky. This suite was originally scored for a complete symphony orchestra to which four saxophones, an accordion and a guitar had been added. The Jazz Suite no. 1 in three movements, composed in 1934, had been written for a smaller ensemble. The title 'Jazz Suite' is rather misleading, as the composer definitely uses the style of light music. Back in 1928, the twenty-two-year-old Shostakovich had already composed some light music. A bet among friends to make an orchestration of the popular song 'Tea for Two' in less then one hour time, caused him to compose 'Tahiti Trot'. Shostakovich easily won the bet as he completed the original and witty arrangement within only forty minutes!
Categories: New & Recent Titles, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 3.0, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 2.5 Arranger: Chris Sharp
Grade 2.5 - 3 Duration 2m00s
Welcome the yuletide season in jazzy style as Saint Nick meets Benny Goodman and his renowned drummer Gene Krupa. This inventive take on the holiday chestnut Jingle Bells begins with the iconic toms solo launching into the familiar melody. When the full ensemble enters on the chorus, sleigh bells add to the festive mood. After a call-and-response section between the brass and woodwind sections, Jolly Old St. Nicholas makes his appearance to close out the piece!
Categories: New & Recent Titles, LIGHT CONCERT - Grade 4.0 Composer: Robert Buckley
Grade 4.0 Duration 4.55
At the height of the jazz age, each of the major swing bands had their own signature sound, immediately recognizable to their enthusiastic fans. This composition puts these various sounds and rhythms together in homage to a vibrant and innovative time in American music. This piece is a fun way to teach your ensemble to swing and get your audience tapping their toes! Commissioned by the West Vancouver (BC) Youth Band - Douglas Macaulay, director - in tribute to Canada's King of Swing, Dal Richards.
Category: New & Recent Titles Composer: John Williams Arranger: Jay Bocook
Film scoring master John Williams has written music for a variety of genres and style, and this entertaining and powerful medley showcases his jazz roots. Includes “Cantina Band” from Star Wars, the main theme from Catch Me If You Can, and the rousing “Swing, Swing, Swing” from the movie 1941.
Categories: New & Recent Titles, CHRISTMAS MUSIC - Grade 1.5 Arranger: Robert Sheldon
Grade 1.5 Duration 1m40s
This rock treatment of an old holiday favorite is sure to bring a smile to your audience at the next winter concert. Featuring a driving beat, power chords, and a familiar Christmas tune where everyone gets to play the melody, this arrangement is certain to be a big hit!
Category: New & Recent Titles Composer: Moisés Moleiro Arranger: Johan de
Venezuelan Dance
Grade: 3.5 Duration: :03:00
This charming work is a typical dance from Venezuela in 3/8 time, orchestrated by Johan de Meij, who was appointed regular guest conductor with the Simón Bolívar Youth Wind Orchestra in 2010. It’s dedicated to the founder of El Sistema, Maestro José Antonio Abreu and has become the favourite encore for the SBYWO for their concerts around the world.
Categories: LIGHT CONCERT - Grade 2.0, New & Recent Titles Composer: David Borowitz
Grade 2.0 Duration 2.0
This inventive, lighter work features a catchy melody, clever rhythms and a wide array of engaging percussion parts. Certain to be a real audience pleaser and a fantastic change-of-pace on any program! (2:00)
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