Par CURNOW JAMES. A remarkably fresh take on a great old Christmas carol! James Curnow has faceted a gem of an arrangement for that extremely important Grade 11/2 level. Rich with musicality, On Christmas Day encourages your young musicians to take musical expression to a new and higher level. This will be the big hit at your developing band’s winter concert. Sparkling! / Niveau : 1.5 / Musique …

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. This expressive gem will inspire your musicians to higher levels of musicianship. Those who are familiar with composer James L. Hosay’s previous works for this level band will be anxious to explore this rich new offering. Accessible to young bands but artistically worthy of any level group, this opulent soundscape belongs in every band’s repertoire. Work with the geography teac…

Par CURNOW JAMES. Fiery sounds of the Spanish Fandango for young bands! Mysterious modal harmonies and stirring Percussion transport us to the mythical kingdom of gold. Intense and rhythmic, your band will be happy to dig in and refine their performance skills as they uncover the hoard of musical enrichment that James Curnow has carefully included in the arrangement. Relentless energy ensures that…

Even for Ralph Vaughan Williams the prospect of two world premieres within 24 hours must have been something of a rarity. Such was the case however on the first two days of June 1953, when his now classic arrangement of The Old Hundredth Psalm was sung at the Coronation of Elizabeth II in Westminster Abbey, being preceded the evening before by the premiere of 'Silence and Music', fourth of ten par…

Par CURNOW JAMES. A bold trumpet motive will grab attention right from the start! What follows is a majestic theme, tuneful and bright, that will let young musicians sound their best. Colorful writing, lovely counterpoint in the woodwinds and good use of pitched percussion are just a couple of the notable elements. This is a solid choice for festival or concert programs! / Niveau : 2 / Pièce de …

for Piano and Band. Par CURNOW JAMES. Best-loved themes from Mozart and Haydn for Piano soloist with band! These two great Classical themes have been carefully arranged with detailed attention to the Classical idiom and performance practice. This piece acts as a perfect change-of-pace during the band concert, giving your show a refreshingly contrasting sound to reinvigorate the audience's ears. Wh…

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. Chosen for this piece are prominent freedom songs of the civil rights movement, for when it was most needed, music brought inspiration and hope to the struggle. WE HOLD THESE TRUTHS pays tribute to the leaders and participants of the civil rights movement, especially the children and young adults. / Niveau : 3 / Répertoire / Concert Band ou Harmonie

Par RAE JAMES. All of the pieces in the Universal Edition Debut series are written for young instrumentalists in their earliest stages of learning, and can be performed as solos or in unison with other players. Some of the pieces have an optional second part and can also serve as ensemble material. For the student, this collection contains fun inspiration cartoons, a CD providing demo performances…

Par HOSAY JAMES L.. Why not try something different with your fanfareband? Rough Mix is a poprock tune that incorporates elements of punk and alternative rock. It contains optionalparts for two electric guitars and synthesizer. With or withoutthe optional parts this is a solid and fun arrangementthat will have particular appeal for young musicians and audiences. / Niveau : 2 / Musique légère ori…

Par CURNOW JAMES. The final bars of CENTURIONS take Grade 1 music to new heights of excitement! Artful composition for the first year band with limited ranges and rhythms makes this one you’ll use again and again. Some easy use of 16th notes (for the Snare Drum only) helps to generate that extra bit of energy that lifts this one over the top while keeping the Percussion parts interesting for the p…

Par RAE JAMES. INDIVIDUAL OR GROUP LEARNING All of these pieces for young trumpet players in their earliest stages of learning can be performed as a solo or in unison with others. Some have an optional 2nd part and may also serve as ensemble material. MIXED ENSEMBLE OPTION Whilst written specifically for the trumpet, a special section is included of four pieces which are 'key friendly' for beginne…

Arrangeur: Nick Walker. Par WALKER N. / LONGWORTH J.. Guitar Basics is a landmark method for young guitarists. It starts at absolute beginner level and progresses to Initial/Preparatory Grade. The method is set out in fifteen stages and contains original pieces and traditional tunes in an array of styles including classical, folk and world music as well as well-known favourite film and TV themes s…

Par CURNOW JAMES. What a wonderful idea! Make beautiful music such as this available at the Grade 1 level! Even young bands love to play enchantingly beautiful melodies. You’ve spent a lot of time and effort in helping your students learn to play full value notes, breathe in appropriate places, and stretch out their phrases so that they sound more mature and less like beginners. In the Bleak Mid-W…