Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Brian Balmages
Grade 3
Both tragic and inspirational, this work takes you on an emotional roller coaster. In memory of a high school senior, the piece receives its title from the eulogy delivered by his band director. The opening uses a variety of chimes to create a very subdued setting. After a beautiful and grieving opening, the piece moves into a celebration of life. Unforgettable and powerful, the theme continues to develop and transform until the undeniable spirit of youth comes back in triumph. Inspiring!
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: Frank Erikson
Grade: 3
The Choral Fantasy varies from the Choral Prelude in that it is much freer in form and style. This number opens with a variation of the fanfare that has been traditionally inserted as an introduction and interlude between stanzas. The chorale is then presented in a traditional harmonization by the full band. The second section is in a faster tempo, and is based on statements of the opening motive of the hymn presented in fugal style.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Frank Erickson
Grade: 3.0
The Choral Fantasy varies from the Choral Prelude in that it is much freer in form and style. This number opens with a variation of the fanfare that has been traditionally inserted as an introduction and interlude between stanzas. The chorale is then presented in a traditional harmonization by the full band. The second section is in a faster tempo, and is based on statements of the opening motive of the hymn presented in fugal style.
Categories: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0, Eric Whitacre Concert Band Composer: Jonathan Newman
Grade 3.0
1861 is a lyric hymn/fantasia for young concert bands, based on the beautiful 19th century Anglican hymn “Lead Me, Lord” (written in 1861 by Charles Sebastian Wesley). The hymn itself features a gorgeous melodic line over biting harmonies and striking counterpoint, and provides the pillars for this work. First is a soloistic treatment, followed with a dramatic full band tutti, and finally a section of evocative humming. Throughout are unique textures and colorful improvisitory accompaniments.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Douglas Wagner
Grade: 3.0
This flowing work commences with dignity and charm. The teaching possibilities, such as legato, control and dynamic shadings, are limitless. As rewarding to play as it is to hear, A Quiet Music will present programming opportunities year after year. Enjoy the seamless flow of the pensive melody and harmony in the fabric of this cherished work! (4:11)
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Douglas Wagner
Grade: 3.0
This flowing work commences with dignity and charm. The teaching possibilities, such as legato, control and dynamic shadings, are limitless. As rewarding to play as it is to hear, A Quiet Music will present programming opportunities year after year. Enjoy the seamless flow of the pensive melody and harmony in the fabric of this cherished work! (4:11)
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: Robert Sheldon
Grade 2.0
A Scottish Ballade is a setting of the traditional Scottish song, "Annie Laurie," which was written by her sweetheart, William Douglas in the 19th century. The song became a favorite of Scottish soldiers during the Crimean War. The well crafted and expressive scoring will make less-experienced ensembles sound their best.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: Robert Sheldon
Grade 3.0
A Scottish Ballade is a setting of the traditional Scottish song, "Annie Laurie," which was written by her sweetheart, William Douglas in the 19th century. The song became a favorite of Scottish soldiers during the Crimean War. The well crafted and expressive scoring will make less-experienced ensembles sound their best.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: Stephen Squires
Grade: 3.0
This gorgeous work is an arrangement of the simple, yet hauntingly beautiful Scottish carol, "Baloo Lammy." The melody features the characteristic "Scottish snap," presented in a lyrical setting. With plenty of lyrical opportunities for your trumpets and flutes, this work comes to a glorious climax with soaring dynamics. Your audience will love this winner from the pen of Stephen Squires.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Elliot Del Borgo
Grade 3.00 Duration 3.40
This superb work is being added to the Scottish Concert Band Festival Repertoire List in September 2011 - for use in the 2011 Regionals and beyond.
Featuring rich sonorities in the low register and a flowing lyric style throughout, this classic composition by Elliot Del Borgo has stood the test of time and currently appears on contest lists in 10 different states.
A wonderful piece for teaching tone, balance, and phrasing.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: william Harbinson
Grade 3.0 Duration 5.58
Your band will demonstrate their mastery of phrasing and expression when they play this new work based on the hymn "God of Our Fathers." Motives are drawn from the hymn and provide the melodic and harmonic basis for this lyrical and expressive work. From the gentle opening to the glorious climax, All the Starry Band is perfect for concert/contest season.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Arranger: william Harbinson
Grade: 3.0 Duration 5.58
Your band will demonstrate their mastery of phrasing and expression when they play this new work based on the hymn "God of Our Fathers." Motives are drawn from the hymn and provide the melodic and harmonic basis for this lyrical and expressive work. From the gentle opening to the glorious climax, All the Starry Band is perfect for concert/contest season.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Dean Jones
Difficulty: 3
Duration: 5m 08s
Music has a way in which we can explore our emotions, often creating a new sense of perspective for us. You will detect a sense of positivity from this thought-provoking music which will hopefully be appealing and rewarding in performance.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Dean Jones
Difficulty: 3
Duration: 5m 08s
Music has a way in which we can explore our emotions, often creating a new sense of perspective for us. You will detect a sense of positivity from this thought-provoking music which will hopefully be appealing and rewarding in performance.
Superb setting of this all time great tune. - Grade 3.
Frank Ticheli wanted his setting of AMAZING GRACE to reflect the powerful simplicity of the words and melody - to be sincere, to be direct, to be honest - and not through the use of novel harmonies and clever tricks, but by traveling traditional paths in search of truth and authenticity.
I believe that music has the power to take us to a place that words alone cannot. And so my own feelings about "Amazing Grace" reside in this setting itself. The harmony, texture, orchestration, and form are inseparable, intertwined so as to be perceived as a single expressive entity.
The spiritual, "Amazing Grace," was written by John Newton (1725-1807), a slaveship captain who, after years of transporting slaves across the Atlantic Ocean to the New World, suddenly saw through divine grace the evilness of his acts. First published in 1835 by William Walker in The Southern Harmony, "Amazing Grace" has since grown to become one of the most beloved of all American spirituals.
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Barry Milner
Grade: 3.0 Duration 4.35
The legacy we leave will be as a result of what we taught; what is our legacy to our children, country and/or world? This beautiful melody will evoke a remembrance of someone who has had or is having a profound impact on your life; remember to thank them for it. (4:35)
Category: SLOW TUNES - Grade 3.0 Composer: Barry Milner
Grade: 3.0 Duration 4.35
The legacy we leave will be as a result of what we taught; what is our legacy to our children, country and/or world? This beautiful melody will evoke a remembrance of someone who has had or is having a profound impact on your life; remember to thank them for it. (4:35)
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