Flute Feature
Not what you would expect from a flute concerto! With a middle eastern flavor, Young's Concerto for Flute & Wind Ensemble exploits the technical abilities of the soloist to the fullest. Scored in one movement, this piece can be easily…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Charles Rochester Young
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Unique, clever and decidedly contemporary. This talented composer has created a fascinating work based on dances of the 1960's. Included in Dances from the Age of Aquarius are a mambo, twist, a slow dance and surf rock.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2005 Number…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Quick and brisk with a lively melody, Galop will provide a shot of energy to concert and contest programming. Additional interest is added as each section is featured with melodic material.Program NotesCommissioned by the Riverview Middle School Band (…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Charles Rochester Young
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Impulse Engine is based on simple, motoric, fanfare-like motives that are tossed about the ensemble. This high-energy piece is based on another of Bremer's compositions 'Throw Caution to the Wind' (for brass and percussion) which was commissioned for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Pieces of Eight is based on two sea shanties, Bold Manning and Andrew Barton, both of which are highly reminiscent of what we now recognize as Pirate Music. The piece is in the spirit of high seas adventures and Saturday matinee pirates.
Grade Level: 3…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tinker to Evers to Chance recalls the legendary double-play combination for the Chicago Cubs from 1902-1910. That elegant grace is the underlying motive of the piece.Program NotesTinker to Evers to Chance recalls the legendary double-play combination for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carolyn Bremer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the Native American ideal to live in harmony with nature, Where the Waters Gather seeks to create greater understanding and respect of these people. Traditional Native American themes throughout add to the authenticity of this poignant tone poem…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Charles Rochester Young
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications