A good introduction to the ubiquitous rock shuffle, this piece captures the fun and mystery of an illusionist’s sleight-of-hand close magic act. Every section is featured as the melodic lines are passed along over a funky groove. There are solos written for…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Long known for his writing for upper-level groups, Kris Berg turns loose his creative talents on this easy funk-rock composition. Great rhythm section writing, solid scoring throughout and creative and fresh harmonic ideas set this chart apart from the pack.…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Kris Berg
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
A Song of Stone and Steel is an exciting new work for beginning band by composer Tyler Arcari. Intense and with a minor sound, this new work is guaranteed to excite and motivate your young musicians!
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2022 Publisher: Wingert-Jones…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
This beautifully arranged version of the classic “Silent Night” features unique and colorful harmony to accompany the carol in a refreshing new setting. The ensemble is featured throughout…no improvisation is required. The cascading lines in the brass close…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Franz Gruber, Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This exquisite ballad features the whole ensemble. Beautiful harmony and flowing melodic lines make this a perfect “down” tune for a concert or festival. There is a short, written solo for Alto Sax that is accompanied by bell-tone cascades in the brass.
Grade…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Peter Blair
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
An axiom is a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true. Make your band sound mature with this bold piece that includes fanfare gestures, strong themes and contrasting lyrical music. A strong choice for…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
This jazz waltz will be a welcome addition to your repertoire. With idiomatic rhythm section parts as well as features for alto sax, trumpet, and guitar, your band will enjoy playing this light and airy tune.Program NotesThis mid-tempo jazz waltz features…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Backyard Swing is a laid back "Basie-style" swinger featuring tenor sax and piano solos. After a vibrant sax soli and unison horn lines, Backyard Swing highlights an explosive shout chorus with some dynamic surprises.Program NotesThis medium-tempo "Basie-…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Patrick Thompson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Open your next holiday concert strong with this Christmastime mash-up of carols for the youngest of bands. Plenty of color in orchestration and lots of opportunities to shine for each section make this an instant holiday classic.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications
Strong from the start, Dark Matter will engage the students with bold sounding minor music. The piece has the flavor of action movie music but for beginning students. This piece will come together in a hurry, and students will love playing it again and again…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Publisher:
Wingert-Jones Publications