Cornet,Euphonium,Horn - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1426449

By Rita Arendz. By John Newton. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 19th Century,Christian,Praise & Worship,Sacred,Traditional. 11 pages. Rita Arendz #1007146. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1426449).

AMAZING GRACE by John Newton for Brass Trio
Sailor-turned-Anglican cleric John Newton was known for his diary notes, articles for pamphlets, letters, hymns, and sermons, his most famous being Amazing Grace!
His path from rebellious young man to pious man began on March 21, 1748, when he experienced a violent storm at sea, nearly capsized, and cried out, The Lord have mercy on us! which surprised him.   From that date forward, March 21 became a day of remembrance, thanksgiving, fasting, and prayer.
After suffering a severe stroke in 1754, he gave up seafaring and moved to London. As a Cleric, his New Year's sermon of 1773 closely resembles the text he wrote in the Onley Hymns, published in 1779.
The American folk-like hymn we know as New Britain did not become commonly associated with Newton's text until 1835, when it was published in The Southern Harmony by American William Walker.   By the 1970s, the haunting tune was set to bagpipes.   Since then, it has become the most played tune for Remembrance services, funerals, Celebrations of Life, and memorials.
This setting includes 5 verses, of which any of Verses 2, 3, or 4 can be repeated.   Written in the key of Eb Major, it is in a comfortable key, permitting it to be used as an accompaniment to singing and on its own.   The instrumental leads and harmonies differ for each verse.
Instrumentation is for British Brass Band instruments of Cornet, Eb Tenor Horn, and Bb Euphonium (TC).    Horn and Bass Clef Euphonium alternates are included.
Duration 4:00  11 pages
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Brass Quintet Baritone Horn TC,Cornet,Euphonium,Tuba - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1465676

By Rita Arendz. By Philip Bliss. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 19th Century,Christian,Praise & Worship,Sacred. 21 pages. Rita Arendz #1044288. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1465676).

For over 150 years, this song, a testament to the enduring power of music, has not only been a significant part of Philip Paul Bliss's repertoire but has also endeared many to Christian Fellowship, creating a shared history and connection among its listeners.
Hymnist Horatio Gates Spafford wrote the text after three traumatic events.  The first was the passing of his four-year-old son of Scarlet Fever in 1870 - the following year, the Great Chicago Fire (1871), which led to financial ruin.  The third was the sinking of the SS Ville du Havre (1873), on which his four daughters lost their lives; his wife survived.
This setting portrays life's unexpected challenges and joys.  Its peaceful yet sombre tonality is maintained while flowing between the predominantly Major key and a Dominant 7th on its Minor 6th.
Written in the key of Bb Major, it is in a comfortable key, and instrumental leads and harmonies differ for each verse and chorus.
Instrumentation is for British Brass Band instruments of Cornet, Eb Tenor Horn, Baritone, and Eb Bass.  F Horn and Bass Clef parts for Baritone and Eb Bass are included.
Duration 3:40 mins   21 pages
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Cornet,Euphonium,Horn - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1426426

By Coven. By Brian Potter and Dennis Lambert. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Film/TV,Pop,Rock. 9 pages. Rita Arendz #1007122. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1426426).

First recorded by Canadian Pop group The Original Castle in 1969, One Tin Soldier was featured in the 1971 American action drama independent film Billy Jack, sung by Jinx Dawson, the lead singer for American Rock Band Coven.
The song became one of the most potent counterculture songs of the 1960s and took on a life of its own as an anti-war song during the long Vietnam War.
This arrangement for British Brass Band instruments (Cornet, Eb Horn, Bb Euphonium TC) was first performed at a Remembrance Day ceremony.  It is a strong reminder that peace is far better than greed and violence.  Alternate parts for French Horn and Bass Clef Euphonium are included.
Duration 3:15   9 pages
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Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 4 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1365341

By Madeleine Peyroux. By Leonard Cohen. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Folk,Jewish,Pop,Standards. Brass Band. 56 pages. Rita Arendz #949662. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1365341).

DANCE ME TO THE END OF LOVE by Leonard Cohen for Brass Band
Composed and released in 1984, Leonard Cohen's Dance Me to the End of Love, on the surface appears to be just another love song.  But it also has as its inspiration from the Holocaust.
To Cohen, the idea came from hearing, reading, and knowing about the death camps: that at some camps, beside the crematoriums, a string quartet was pressed into performing while the horrors were occurring - and that the players could be next.
The lyrics, Dance me to your beauty with a burning violin, represent the beauty of the consummation of life, the end of existence - layered with the surrender we feel for our beloved.
The song's structure is similar to a Greek Hasapiko Dance, a style he would have heard while on the Island of Hydra.
Although the theme is dark, there is a glimmer of light as Cohen searched from the raw truth to beauty, something he tried to find in all things.
This arrangement is for a British-style Brass Band featuring the Flugelhorn and the Solo Tenor Horn.  These parts, along with the euphonium part, are for more advanced players.  The accompaniment parts are suitable for intermediate.
A moving addition to your repertoire and a wonderful companion to Cohen's Hallelujah!
Duration 4:15   56 pages

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Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1247138

By Rita Arendz. By Claudio Monteverdi. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Contest,Festival,Instructional,Renaissance,Sacred. Brass Band. 31 pages. Rita Arendz #841694. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1247138).

One of many short sacred motets by Italian Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643), this work was originally composed for 6 voices a capella, and was published in 1620 by one of his pupils, Giulio Cesare Bianchi.  
The lyrics are a combination of lines from Psalms 96 and 98 (NIV).
This arrangement for British-style Brass Band encompasses the original light bouncy and energized feeling of joy, alternating with the slower, more resonant passages, lending to an authentic stylized approach.
Duration ~2:00   31 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1133792

By Rita Arendz. By Henry Purcell. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Baroque,Contest,Festival,Opera,Sacred. Brass Band. 28 pages. Rita Arendz #733904. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1133792).

Henry Purcell's haunting retelling of the Queen of Carthage's heartbreak in his 1688 opera Dido and Aeneas evokes sorrow in today's listener, just as it did over 300 years ago. Dido's plea to Remember Me is scored against a chromatic descending ground bass line to death. In its original key, this Soprano and Brass Band setting is ideal for sacred, memorial, solemn, and remembrance occasions and recitals. Voice Range is F#4 to G5 Duration ~4:10. 28 Pages.

Brass Ensemble Baritone Horn TC,Cornet,Euphonium - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1134089

By Rita Arendz. By William Henry Monk. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Christian,Praise & Worship,Romantic Period,Sacred,Spiritual. Score and parts. 17 pages. Rita Arendz #734184. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1134089).

William Monk was the music editor for Hymns Ancient and Modern. Realizing that a text from Henry Francis Lyte titled Abide With Me had no tune, he composed Eventide and published it in the 1861 edition. The opening text is based on Luke 24:29, which is appropriate for the first Sunday of Lent or during Ordinary Time. It is also appropriate for other solemn occasions. This setting is for a British-style Brass Sextet with orchestral brass alternate parts. Duration ~3:30. 17 pages.

Brass Ensemble Baritone Horn TC,Cornet,Euphonium - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1133816

By Rita Arendz. By Lowell Mason. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Christian,Classical,Praise & Worship,Sacred,Spiritual. Score and parts. 16 pages. Rita Arendz #733931. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1133816).

Lowell Mason's Bethany is better known by its most common text, Nearer My God To Thee, first published in 1859 in The Sabbath Hymn and Tune Book. By 1918, it could be found in 82% of hymnals. This setting is for a British-style Brass Sextet with orchestral brass alternate parts. Most appropriate within the Season of Pentecost or for funerals and other solemn occasions. Duration ~2:45. 16 pages.

Brass Ensemble Cornet,E-Flat Tuba TC,Euphonium,Horn,Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1290783

By Rita Arendz. By Nora Bayes-Norworth. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Broadway,Contest,Festival,Film/TV,Musical/Show,Traditional. Score and Parts. 18 pages. Rita Arendz #881478. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1290783).

With its debut in 1908 on Broadway in New York City, this pop standard from the Vaudeville show Ziegfried's Follies has been covered by such artists as Liza Minelli, Bing Crosby, and as late as 2017, by Indie folk singer Mree (Marie Hsiao).
Shine on Harvest Moon also has a long association with Hollywood films such as Shine on Harvest Moon (1932 animation), a Roy Rogers' western, Pennies from Heaven, and the British comedy show Shine on Harvey Moon.  The song and dance duo of Laurel and Hardy also used the song.    
This arrangement for Brass Sextet with optional percussion is a bit of a through back to the original setting, with a mix of the campy uptempo setting, then into the more melancholy style of someone scared of the dark, while their partner is trying to tell them, they are in love and should get married.  For the conversation to occur, the moon must shine.
Harvest Moon refers to the Full Moon closest to the Autumnal Equinox (for 2023, which will be September 23rd).
Instrumentation is for British Brass Band ensemble of two cornets, tenor horn, tenor trombone TC, Bb Euphonium, and Eb Bass.  Orchestral brass alternates are included.
Duration 3:45   18 pages.

Cornet,Euphonium,Horn - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1356029

By Rita Arendz. By William Henry Monk. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Christian,Praise & Worship,Religious,Sacred. 10 pages. Rita Arendz #940730. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1356029).

In 1853, still grieving for his three-year-old daughter's passing from brain ramollissement, the words of Scottish cleric Henry Lyte's hymn - Abide with me - came to English choirmaster William Monk's mind.  Although the hymn already had a tune, he was inspired by the thought of another and wrote the noble EVENTIDE within 10 minutes.   It was first published in 1861 in Hymns Ancient & Modern. 
It is performed at funerals, at Remembrance services, and even at sporting events (FA Cup).
This setting is in the key of Eb Major, the same as the Hymnals, permitting it to be used as an accompaniment to singing and on its own.  The instrumental leads and harmonies differ for verses 1/3, 2/4 and verse 5.
Instrumentation is for British Brass Band instruments of Cornet, Eb Tenor Horn, and Bb Euphonium (TC).  F Horn and Bass Clef Euphonium alternates are included.
Duration ~ 4:40  10 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1038374

By Rita Arendz. By Georg Frideric Handel. Arranged by Rita Arendz. Contest,Festival,Instructional,Opera,Romantic Period,Wedding. Brass Band. 27 pages. Rita Arendz #643324. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1038374).

For Vocal and Brass Band. Ombra mai fu, also known as Largo from Xerxes is one of Handel's best-known arias despite the opera Serse (1738) only surviving 5 performances. As the opening aria to the opera, its intent was to be a love song. The original lyrics translate from Italian to Never was a shade. It references the Platanus orientalis or Plane Tree and what lovely shade it provides. The Plane Tree is related to the American Sycamore tree (Platanus occidentalis). On Christmas eve 1906, Canadian inventor and radio pioneer, Reginald Fessenden broadcast the first AM radio program, using this aria as its opener; hence, the association with classical Christmas playlists. The range of voice suits the mezzo-soprano, the contralto, or the countertenor. The music is suitable for concerts. Its love theme lends well to weddings, and its plaintive melody is suitable for funerals. Duration ~2:30. 27 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1247187

By Rita Arendz. By Giuseppe Verdi. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 19th Century,Contest,Festival,Instructional,Opera. Brass Band. 33 pages. Rita Arendz #841729. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1247187).

Giuseppe Verdi's opera IL TROVATORE, which premiered in 1853, is one of emotional and dramatic extremes and is sometimes called confusing and absurd.  But it also contains some of Verdi's best arias and selections, including the duet AI NOSTRI MONTI (Home to our Mountains).
In a Spanish Castle's prison cell, Manrico (a troubadour, rebel army officer) is trying to comfort his mother Azucena as she believes she will be burned at the stake, as was her mother years before.  Eventually, Manrico is successful and Azucena falls asleep.
This arrangement for British-style Brass Band features the Flugelhorn (as Azucena) and the Euphonium (as Manrico) as they sing (play) of their passion for and longing for their home in the mountains.
Duration 4:10   33 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1085867

By Steppenwolf. By Mars Bonfire. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Film/TV,Pop,Rock. Brass Band. 44 pages. Rita Arendz #690042. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1085867).

For Brass Band. This rock chart by Mars Bonfire, a native of Oshawa, Ontario, Canada was first performed by the band “Steppenwolf� in 1968. It was later featured in the 1969 film “Easy Rider� featuring Peter Fonda, Dennis Hopper and Terry Southern, as motorcyclists travelling through the southern United States. “Mars Bonfire� was the stage name for Dennis McCrohan, who, along with his brother and drummer for Steppenwolf, Jerry, changed their last names to Edmonton. The original version was a ballad. Bonfire offered the song to other bands, but it wasn’t until Steppenwolf that it morphed into the current sped-up and rock-style chart we have today. This version became Steppenwolf’s most successful single, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. In 2018, the song was inducted into the singles category of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This spirited setting can easily be performed by a 2nd section band or lower. The Principal Cornet will enjoy having a challenging solo in the break (or they can improvise their own). It’s great for concerts and definitely a crowd pleaser. Duration ~3:20. 44 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1126635

Composed by Robert Buckley. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Instructional,Patriotic. Brass Band. 60 pages. Rita Arendz #727278. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1126635).

The original work for Concert Band was commissioned by Edward Trovato and his band, The Gleneagle Secondary School Senior Symphonic Band, of Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada. The inspiration came from the name of a stretch of highway that pays homage to the fallen soldiers. It was composed to honour heroism of all kinds - to pay tribute to the brave souls who every day unselfishly risk their lives and even pay the ultimate sacrifice. There are two Highways of Heroes in Canada, the first being a portion of the King's Highway in Ontario, commonly referred to as Highway 401 and officially known as The MacDonald-Cartier Freeway. The second is the portion of the Trans-Canada Highway in British Columbia between Surrey and Abbotsford. In 2007, The Government of Canada renamed the freeway in Ontario between Trenton, home of the Canadian Forces Base Trenton, and Toronto, where the Office of the Chief Coroner is located. This was the first stop for the fallen returning from Afghanistan before returning home to their families. Although Canada had a special forces team in Afghanistan in December 2001, the first infantry battalion did not arrive until February 2002. That April saw the first casualty. The funeral processions that followed inspired a spontaneous phenomenon of Canadians lining the 100-mile route, waving flags and rendering salutes to remember their country's soldiers. The second Highway of Heroes was dedicated in 2011 to the memory of British Columbians who paid the ultimate sacrifice by giving their lives for their country in Afghanistan and to the families they left behind. This setting for British Style Brass Band was written to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the first main body of Canadian soldiers in Afghanistan and to remember the 159 service personnel and civilians whose sacrifices cannot be forgotten. Duration ~4:55. 60 pages.

Mixed Percussion B-Flat Tuba,B-Flat trombone,Baritone Horn TC/Euphonium,Bass Trombone,E-Flat Cornet,E-Flat Tenor Horn,E-Flat Tuba TC,Flugelhorn,Percussion 1,Percussion 2,Tenor Trombone - Level 3 - Digital Download

SKU: A0.1085558

Composed by Meredith Willson. Arranged by Rita Arendz. 20th Century,Contemporary,Contest,Festival,Film/TV,Pop. Brass Band. 36 pages. Rita Arendz #689724. Published by Rita Arendz (A0.1085558).

Meredith Willson, best known for “The Music Man� and “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas�, wrote music for many genres – from classical symphonies to popular songs, some of which are considered standards today. His chart “Chicken Fat� was re-recorded and used in the iPhone 5S television commercials in 2014. “The Peony Bush� has an interesting backstory. In the early 1940s, The Van Wert (north-western Ohio) Woman’s Club would invite “famous� people to speak to the assembly. It is believed that after learning that Van Wert had a huge peony cultivation festival running since the early 1900s, Meredith wrote this song. One of the first recordings was in 1949 by Danny Kaye; the orchestration was for winds, brass, percussion, and piano. This arrangement for brass band gives your 1st baritone player a chance to shine as the tender ballad singer Danny Kaye and gives your principal cornet player the opportunity to counter with the gravellier voice sounds of Louis Armstrong. It’s great for recitals, spring concerts, concerts in parks, and other occasions. Duration ~3:45. 36 Pages.