Concert Band - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1247130

By Wesley Besancon. By Wesley Besancon. Arranged by Wesley Besancon. 21st Century,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,New Age. Score and Parts. 82 pages. Wesley Besancon #841685. Published by Wesley Besancon (A0.1247130).

Have you ever wondered about why we are impulsive, why we make descisions, and why they are always somehow the correct decision for character? Well, this piece is a programatic piece about a person that is in a forest. This person will find a hidden cabin, and will enter it. And he will discover the true meaning of life. This piece is also a dedication piece to some of my closest friends. DECICATIONS: The Allmans, Lauren Johnson, Parker Peterson, Jaxson Salter.

Concert Band - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.778226

Composed by John McAllister. Contemporary,Folk,Instructional,Standards. Score and parts. 52 pages. John McAllister #6665567. Published by John McAllister (A0.778226).

Pitt Street Bridge was commissioned by the Moultrie Middle School Band to be premiered at the 2020 SCMEA Conference. The remains of the Pitt Street Bridge lie in the Intercoastal Waterway and in what is now called Pickett Bridge Recreation Area. It is within walking distance from the middle school, and it is an integral part of Mt. Pleasant’s history. Originally designed as a trolley bridge that connected Sullivan’s Island and Mount Pleasant, Pitt Street Bridge is now a haven for recreation and relaxation. The lively melodies throughout the piece depict the festive activities that take place on Pitt Street Bridge. 

The piece opens as though one is standing on the Pitt Street Bridge, gazing out at the immensely beautiful surroundings. Slow and serene as the sun blankets the harbor and the marsh. The bridge has a tremendous history, dating back to the revolutionary war, which is where the melody begins. Deconstructed from part of Sir Peter Parker, a song about the Battle of Sullivan’s Island. A distant memory, this melody will find itself in many ways throughout (three notes rising diatonically followed by a falling 3rd). 

The woodwinds pattern in the opening (which also appears throughout), represents the ripples in the water, flowing gently back and forth. The military past of the bridge is hinted at in two ways. The snare in the opening, reminiscent of the rudimental style and several harmonies throughout that hint at an Americana style. As the piece picks up tempo, the hustle and bustle of 1920s Charleston comes to life. Harmonically, everything is still built off of the foundation of the original tune, but now we’re in bright and joyous times and people are transported to and from the island in the Roarin’ 20s. The optimism abounds until the climax of the piece as the bridge (musically speaking), fades into the past. At the finale, one is standing on the bridge with the distant melody still played on the flute.

Concert Band - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1346605

By Dua Lipa. By Caroline Ailin, Daniel Harle, Danny L. Harle, Dia Lipa, Dua Lipa, Kevin Parker, Tobias Jesso Jr., and Tobias Macdonald Jesso. Arranged by John Ivor Holland. 21st Century,Disco,Pop,Singer/Songwriter. 43 pages. John Ivor Holland #931384. Published by John Ivor Holland (A0.1346605).

Houdini is a song by English-Albanian singer Dua Lipa. It was released on 10 November 2023 as the lead single from Lipa's upcoming third studio album. The single debuted at number one in Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia and Greece, number two on the UK Singles Chart and in the top ten in Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Russia and Switzerland. On 27 October 2023, she shared a close-up picture of a key between her teeth, accompanied by the phrase catch me or I go; this was followed by a teaser of the song on her social media a few days later, hinting at the song title. A rearranged combination of numbers would spell out the title Houdini, named after escape artist Harry Houdini. Fans of Lipa also drew parallels to English singer Kate Bush's 1982 song of the same name, who also references Houdini by presenting a key in her mouth on the cover of her album 'The Dreaming' (1982). This catchy pop number is bound to be popular with younger players and audiences are sure to catch on to the disco beat.

Concert Band - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1357662

Composed by Alvin Greiner, George Scheck, and Rod Gordon Parker. Arranged by John Hoesly. Christmas,Latin,Pop. 101 pages. PRS&B #942201. Published by PRS&B (A0.1357662).

Dónde Está Santa Claus- for Concert Band is a playful and festive Christmas song that has delighted audiences for decades. Translating to Where is Santa Claus in English, this cheerful tune captures the excitement and curiosity surrounding Santa's whereabouts on Christmas Eve. The catchy melody and upbeat tempo of Donde está Santa Claus make it a fun and memorable for your audiences. Written for concert band with an extended percussion section (all of which are optional and could be played by members of the orchestra), this Latin tinged arrangement will be a welcomed addition to your holiday library. Intermediate level.