Par PUTZ MARCO. Four Sketches for Band consists of four short movements, with varied character, which depict the atmosphere of an old fashion fairground. The melodies are delightfully entertaining yet have a simple rhythmic structure. The instrumentation of this composition is perfect for bands without a full contingent of players. Each movement of this composition can be used as stand-alone conce…

Grateful Dead wrote timeless music steeped not just in psychedelia, but blues, country, bluegrass, folk, pop, and more, boasting a fervent following any classic band would envy. This folio contains authentic guitar transcriptions of 14 of the band's best-known songs, drawn from various career-spanning classic albums, including favorites Workingman's Dead and American Beauty. Also included is an in…

Par OSBOURNE OZZY / DAISLEY BOB / MURTHA PAUL (Arr.). Every section of the band will have fun with this easy arrangement of Ozzy Osbourne's iconic rock anthem. From the signature bass line riff to the driving rock pulse, this is sure to be a hit with all audiences. / Date parution : 2024-06-01/ Répertoire / Concert Band/Harmonie

Par VAN HALEN. Van Halen are one of most successful American rock bands, selling at least a million copies of every album since their 1978 debut. Their distinctive sounds is characterised by the lightning fast licks and sonic textures of guitarist Eddie Van Halen. The guitar workshop is a powerful learning tool that will help you extend your stockpile of licks and fills and develop your improvisat…

Since 1976, Dan Coates has arranged thousands of popular music titles. Composers and artists such as John Williams, Burt Bacharach, and Elton John have expressed total confidence in Dan's ability to create outstanding piano arrangements that retain the essence of the original music. The duets in this series capture a variety of styles and provide valuable experience in developing listening skills,…

Par KILLERS THE / HOLT JACK (Arr.). Consistently ranked as one of rock\'s best songs, Mr. Brightside was released in 2004 and was the first hit by American rock band the Killers. Packed with high energy and drive this is effective either on the field or in the stands. / Date parution : 2022-07-23/ Répertoire / Fanfare

Par VAN DER ROOST JAN. In the most literal sense: a piece for an occasion. The actual occasion was Jan de Haan’s twentieth anniversary as a conductor of the top Dutch brass band, “Soli Deo Gloria” (Leeuwarden). To mark the occasion, the band commissioned the Belgian comopser Jan Van der Roost to create a surprise piece: without knowledge of the person being celebrated, a suitable source of inspira…

Par SPARKE PHILIP. The Hanover Wind Symphony, New Jersey, USA was founded in 1984 by its conductor Peter Boor. He commissioned HANOVER FESTIVAL to celebrate the band’s 15th Birthday and the first performance took place on October 27th 1999. The piece starts with a solemn brass fanfare. Woodwinds join in and the music subsides into an expressive chorale. A climax is reached and the fanfare returns.…

Par SMITH CLAUDE T.. Commissioned by the United States Marine Band, this epctacular Christmas medley is one of the most distinctive works in many years. Combining favorite carols in a style that in uniquely Claude T. Smith's, it promises to become standard repertoire for mature bands. / Date parution : 2022-01-14/ Répertoire / Concert Band

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

Par BUCKLEY ROBERT. December was inspired by the holiday season in Canada. It reflects the sounds, the sights, and the moods of that magical time of year. December starts off joyfully with a playful theme of celebration. This leads into an icy, reverent, winter solstice theme. Then there is a further development of the original joyful theme and a jubilant build to the finish. December can be perfo…