Evoking images of belly dancers wielding swirling balls of fire on strings, Arabian Processional weaves together a tapestry of celebration, danger & dance. Using repeated syncopated ostinatos and doublings in all the right places, Kiefer introduces…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Bluegrass Rondeau is a fun piece based on four old fiddle tunes that are woven together in rondeau form. These time-tested melodies are bright and rhythmic and tend to stay with you long after you hear them. Although they are arranged with creative changes of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This suite is based on three popular songs from the south that have been performed through the years by fiddles, bluegrass groups, country, and popular music bands since before the Civil War. The rich heritage of the mountains and plantations of the south has…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Rejoice is a fast, energetic composition based on the old Methodist Hymn, Rejoice the Lord Is King. Audiences will love this piece because they will recognize the melody and yet appreciate this new and exciting treatment.Program NotesRejoice is a fast,…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Search for the Lost Colony is a fantastic piece for a collaborative unit with your American history teacher. It is easily accessible for the young band and I hope your students and audiences will love it!Program NotesCommissioned by the William Lenoir Middle…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Soar High is a fast-paced, energetic, and joyful composition for young bands that is fun to play and an inspiration for the audience. Based on letters from classmates of a young band student who died unexpectedly, the piece captures Maya’s positive spirit and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Street Funk is an easy funk chart for young bands. The rhythms look a little difficult on paper, but are easy to feel and to learn. The infectious hip-hop funk groove is sure to make this your students’ favorite jazz piece!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2018…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications