Featuring a strong, driving pulse and folk-inspired melodies, Rainmaker depicts a rain dance - a ritualistic plea for increased rainfall in times of drought. The melodic lines ultimately give way to strong chordal structures meant to represent the arrival of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Peter Sciaino
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Your blues won't be around long when you play these blues with your young musicians! An easy-to-play introduction to blues progressions with easy rhythms and in a popular rock style that never goes out of date.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2007 Number of Players…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Franklin D. Adams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Two 3-part rounds with ample percussion parts are melded together in this very accessible setting. Perfect for bands with limited rehearsal time or incomplete instrumentation to achieve a polished full sound.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2023 Number of Players:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Anthony Susi
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This catchy tune for beginning band transports you and your students overseas to Russia. Incorporation of the minor mode and some tasty tambourine infuses the piece with elements of Slavic culture.Program NotesThis catchy tune for beginning band transports…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Your audiences will Salute your young musicians when they hear them perform this well-crafted concert march. Fully written for confident playing along with a catchy drum break, it's sure to impress and entertain.Program NotesYour audiences will Salute your…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Bold and powerful, Samurai will capture the imagination of all who hear it. The percussion section is featured in the middle of the piece. Young bands will discover pentatonic melodies while bringing the life of a Japanese warrior to life.Program NotesBold…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
It doesn't take a spy to discover the appeal of this young band piece! Sid Sly - Super Spy! is a clever salute to the great spy shows and movies we've enjoyed through the years. This falls under the category of "double - oh - fun!"
Grade Level: 1 Copyright:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Franklin D. Adams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Opening with a percussion fanfare, Skyline March is perfect for early bands and includes opportunities for working on dynamic contrast and balance.Program NotesOpening with a percussion fanfare, Skyline March is perfect for early bands and includes…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Implementing a fun melody with an "island style," South to Cabo gives variety to any program. All parts are playable by the youngest students but also offering certain challenges. Watch your students move to the fiesta feelings depicted in the music from the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A reflective piece in 3/4 time, Summer Waltz features unison rhythms and very melodious wind and brass parts in comfortable ranges for first-year band students. Interesting percussion parts for six players, plus bells.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2005 Number of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Murray Houllif
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications