'Still, Still, Still' est un chant de Noël autrichien et berceuse. En allemand, sa première ligne se traduit par 'Chut, chut, chut, pour le petit enfant veut dormir!' La mélodie est une mélodie folklorique de la région autour de Salzbourg, et est apparu pour la première fois en 1865 dans une collection de chansons folkloriques du fondateur du Musée de Salzbourg. Corrélée à de saines Innovations po…

Ce morceau énergique pour la bande de début fournit drame et d'imagination pour n'importe quel programme. L'exploration rythmique en temps ordinaire, tout en soulignant la dynamique et le style, le public pourra jamais imaginer que seule une poignée de notes sont utilisés! Corrélée à Son Innovations for Concert Band Book 1, niveau 3. / Concert Band

Fanfares et les thèmes majestueux offrent un caractère noble de cette pièce commémorative, tout en lignes élancées et des harmonies chaleureuses prêtent moments de lyrisme. / Concert Band

Cette pièce célébration exprime la joie et l'euphorie d'un nouveau commencement. Mélodies harmonieuses et des conversations rythmiques complexes entre les instruments offrent une ambiance festive et très attrayant moment musical à n'importe quel programme. (5,20) / Concert Band

Chacun a le plaisir d'une rêverie occasionnel où la réalité est annulée et pensées ou des souvenirs heureux sont amenés à l'esprit. C'est dans cet esprit que cette composition transporte votre auditoire à un endroit charmant, imaginaire lors de votre concert. (01h40) est corrélée à Son Innovations for Concert Band Book 1, niveau 5. / Concert Band

This pensive, yet tuneful composition was written to honor the life and memory of a middle school band member in Mississippi. Although technically accessible by most first- or second-year bands, the emotional depth of the piece will provide an excellent vehicle for expressive growth and development. (2:10) / Orchestre A Cordes

Centaurs are mythological creatures that are half horse and half human. They have been depicted in art and literature for centuries as wild beasts, and also as wise and noble beings. This piece is a musical representation of a journey to find one of these remarkable creatures in a land and time that are long past. (2:25) / Concert Band

'Drunken Sailor? is among the best-known of the sea shanties and became a popular song among non-sailors during the 20th century. The infectious tune has lyrics that ask the question, 'What do we do with a drunken sailor early in the morning?? Each subsequent verse suggests various forms of punishment for the poor chap. This spirited arrangement is sure to delight audiences with a sparkling and en…

This joyful, fast-paced composition for young band gives developing players an opportunity to show their spirit and enthusiasm for music. Rapid repeated eighth-note patterns provide an energetic texture as they are passed around the band. The catchy main theme uses only five notes, making this tune playable quite early in the year. (1:30) 'Presto!? correlates to Book 1, Level 3 of Sound Innovation…

Une journée heureuse et insouciante de jouer dans la neige est représenté dans ce charme qui propose des vacances. Mélodies harmonieuses et un accompagnement rythmique joyeuse mettre dans l'ambiance menant à une diapositive chromatique bas de la colline qui se termine triomphalement la pièce. (1:30) est corrélée à Son Innovations for Concert Band Book 2, niveau 2. / Concert Band

Treat your ensemble and audience to sophisticated-sounding, yet quite playable blues for young band. Jazz-voiced chords and a cool bluesy groove give this piece a very appealing sound. Add in some soloists trading fours and a shout chorus, and this might be the tune that brings the house down! (2:30) / Concert Band

This original concert overture is manageable by young musicians, yet it has elements that are relevant to much more challenging literature. Written in a standard overture form, the catchy melodies and rhythms will be sure to delight audiences while keeping the players fully engaged. A brief lyrical interlude adds variety and a moment of repose before returning to the more energized main theme. Thi…

'With Every Sunrise' is a lyrical composition that is all at once poignant, uplifting, and wistful, yet hopeful in its presentation. Moments of power and joy contrast with the gentle nature of the piece, providing a vehicle for a broad range of expressive possibilities. (5:30) / Concert Band

Gaia is a primordial deity in the Ancient Greek pantheon and is sometimes referred to as Mother Nature. In mythology she had numerous children, many of whom are of great significance to the ancient Greeks. Three of these children are represented in this dramatic work for concert band---the fearsome Typhon, the water goddess Tethys, and the menacing Enceladus. (6:00) / Concert Band