Brass Ensemble Euphonium,Horn,Trombone,Trumpet,Tuba - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.553387

Composed by William Byrd. Arranged by Ray Thompson. Baroque,Standards. Score and parts. 32 pages. RayThompsonMusic #2158005. Published by RayThompsonMusic (A0.553387).

The Carman's Whistle
This is the title of song from the Tudor era.The title refers to the occupation of carman (or carter, as we would say today). Carmen were known for their habit of whistling, which was supposed to calm their horses.
The most well known version is this one, by William Byrd.
Originally written for keyboard, I have arranged it for a brass ensemble (dectet: 10 players) of 3 trumpets (1st doubling on flugel horn), 2 horns in F, 2 trombones, bass trombone, euphonium and tuba. (Cues are provided to cover any missing players)
There is also some use of mute to vary the tonal quality.
Repeats are provided, as in the original, but it works equally well as a straight play through, without them. 
Check out my other brass quintet arrangements which include Byrd's Pavane.

Composed by Harry Dacre (1860-1922). Arranged by Brad Carman. Repertoire, Old-time. Score, Set of Parts. 7 pages. Published by Brad Carman (S0.230523). - Score,Set of Parts - Repertoire,Old-time - Brad Carman

Composed by Brad Carman. Jazz, Repertoire. Score, Set of Parts. 9 pages. Published by Brad Carman (S0.231539). - Score,Set of Parts - Jazz,Repertoire - Brad Carman

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799927

Composed by James Lord Pierpont. Arranged by Brad Carman. Christmas,Standards. 9 pages. Brad Carman #3099719. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799927).

Your intermediate woodwind quartet will enjoy performing this cheery setting of a Christmas-time classic. This short, fun arrangement is designed for use on holiday-themed concerts and recitals, but could also be used as an in-class chamber music assessment as it contains a variety of dynamics and articulations to enhance the spirit of the music. Most importantly, there are challenges for every member of the ensemble.

Although the arrangement is intended for intermediate players, it can be used on gigs as an easy reader for more advanced groups.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799928

Composed by Charles Wesley and Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Arranged by Brad Carman. Christmas. 7 pages. Brad Carman #3100541. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799928).

This no-fuss arrangement for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon is set in the key of B-flat to with minimal chromaticism for maximum accessibility. An easy-reader for gigging ensembles and a great confidence-builder for a woodwind quartet that is just getting started. Perfect for a Christmas concert, recital, or sing-along. Playable by most students in their 2nd year of band. .

Composed by John T. McFarland, James R. Murray. Arranged by Brad Carman. Repertoire, Christmas, Recital. Score, Set of Parts. 12 pages. Published by Brad Carman (S0.266709). - Score,Set of Parts - Repertoire,Christmas,Recital - Brad Carman

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799925

Composed by Irving Berlin. Arranged by Brad Carman. Musical/Show,Standards,Traditional. 8 pages. Brad Carman #3096411. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799925).

Irving Berlin's classic mash-up from the 1914 musical, Watch Your Step, set for early-intermediate woodwind quartet; Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon. This bouncy little arrangement offers all four players plenty of time on the melody and keeps everybody busy with counter-melodies and other fun figures, including two one-measure solos for bassoon.

At only 38 measures, it is a perfect little featurette to include on a band concert or chamber recital. The light swing feel and just the right amount of humor will help this arrangement stand out without sticking out. This one is sure to be a favorite and will be a real confidence-builder for a young chamber group.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799930

Composed by Edmund Hamilton Sears and Richard Storrs Willis. Arranged by Brad Carman. Christmas,Standards. 8 pages. Brad Carman #3100079. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799930).

This short but effective arrangement is designed for use on Christmas collage programs, recitals, and in-class assessments where shorter pieces are often desired.

There is just enough independence in the voices that students won't go to sleep on the piece, yet predictable enough that it holds together easily. Your early-intermediate (or older) woodwind quartets will sound great on this little piece. Scored for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799926

Composed by Paul Lincke, Edwin Pearce Christy. Arranged by Brad Carman. Standards,Traditional. 9 pages. Brad Carman #3099007. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799926).

This charming, intermediate mini-medley of two old-time classics doubles as a study in articulation for your developing woodwind quartet. It also includes a modulation (from B-flat to E-flat), and a characteristic introduction and ending. 

This arrangement is intended for students in their 2nd or 3rd year as either an assessment piece or a short feature for a band program or chamber recital, although more advanced players could use this in a gig setting where several fun, easy-readers are needed to fill a longer set. Especially appropriate for senior home performances where audiences prefer shorter arrangements of familiar tunes.

Woodwind Ensemble,Woodwind Quartet Bassoon,Clarinet,Flute,Oboe - Level 2 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.799929

Composed by Mildred and Patty Hill. Arranged by Brad Carman. Children,Holiday,Standards. 13 pages. Brad Carman #3100597. Published by Brad Carman (A0.799929).

This plain-and-simple arrangement of Happy Birthday is worked out four ways so any member of the ensemble can take the melody on any given day. For multiple birthdays more than one version can be played back-to-back by omitting the optional introduction.

This arrangement is appropriate for most 2nd year band students (and up). .