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Image not foundRarely does a grade 1 composition achieve the level of sophistication and daring found in this new work by Michael Sweeney. Dark and ominous sounds are heard at the beginning with Oriental hints and percussive effects. Harmonically adventurous throughout, this is sure to be an exciting and reward
$40.00 Year of the Dragon
Image not foundHere is the perfect first march for your beginning band! Using solid scoring techniques, Forward March! features strong melodic writing with easy counterlines, a short percussion break, a trio melody for clarinets, and a strong full band finish.
$50.00 Forward March!
Image not foundUsing two distinctive themes from Dvorák's Symphony No. 9 (From The New World), Paul Murtha has crafted an effective piece for beginning bands. The opening slow section from the 2nd movement is followed by the familiar powerful strains of the 4th movement. An excellent introduction for beginners
$36.00 New World Symphony
Image not foundAs a middle school band director, Douglas Akey has developed a flair for writing appealing pieces for young players, and this solid new march is an excellent example. There is effective use of dynamics, and alternating phrases for brass and woodwinds before the full ensemble brings it to a rousin
$36.00 Mountainbrook March
Image not foundHere's a marvelous and appealing first march for any young group. Carefully scored so that every section of the band has interesting parts, Paul uses a nice mix of full ensemble playing, counter lines, a percussion interlude and woodwind melodies.
$36.00 Front and Center!
Image not foundPowerful harmonies and strong rhythms dominate this new easy work from Michael Sweeney. Written in a simple rondo form, statements of the main theme are interspersed with a legato section featuring woodwinds, and later, question and answer phrases between percussion and the low voices. A sparklin
$36.00 The Royal Tower
Image not foundGrade 1-1.5 One of the most moving melodies ever written is this well-known theme from Holst's Jupiter(from The Planets). Paul Murtha has beautifully adapted this for the beginning level through skillful scoring and careful pacing. Dur: 1:50
$40.00 Chorale from Jupiter (from The Planets)
Image not foundDrawing on the rich African musical tradition, here is a collection of three captivating themes in a miniature suite format. Included is Jikel' Emaweni, a South African Folk song in a moderate tempo, the up tempo Zulu folk song Jabula Jesu, and moving national anthem of South Africa N'kosi Sikele
$45.00 Songs of Africa
Image not foundMichael again demonstrates his ability to develop unique and powerful-sounding music for the grade 1 level. Through the careful use of dissonances, strong rhythmic themes, and creative handling of the percussion section, he brings us a striking piece of music that is very attainable by young play
$36.00 Woodland Odyssey
Image not foundThis single movement/single tempo composition is sure to make any beginning group sound good. Even at this easy level, Douglas Akey has created an impressive-sounding and musically varied setting. (2:20)
$36.00 Entry of the Nobles
Image not foundHere is a rich and harmonious chorale treatment of this well-known melody from Dvorák's New World Symphony. After the distinctive opening chords, the first statement can be performed as a trumpet solo or soli. The arrangement builds nicely to a full band climax, then tapers to a quiet and effec
$45.00 Largo
Image not foundMusicWorks - Grade 1 Introduce the distinctive sounds of the Renaissance period to your young players with this marvelous setting of two gems by English composer William Byrd. Pavana (The Earle of Salisbury) is stately and rich in counterpoint. This miniature suite is then complemented nicely wit
$36.00 William Byrd Portrait
Image not foundMusicWorks - Grade 1 There is a flavor of medieval chivalry in this appealing easy overture. Strong themes and active percussion writing characterize the opening section. A brief slow section featuring the woodwinds precedes the energetic and powerful finish. Impressive yet very playable. (2:55)
$45.00 The Sword of Lancelot
Image not foundMusicWorks - Grade 1 Michael Sweeney has successfully harnessed the menacing power of this Moussorgsky classic in this easy version that remains amazingly true to the original. Featuring interesting parts for all sections (particularly low brass!) this carefully crafted arrangement includes an au
$40.00 Night on Bald Mountain
Image not foundMusicWorks - Grade 1 The magic of Cuban carnaval music is the basis for this lively and very infectious easy work. Listen as the parade slowly approaches and the trumpets lead the ensemble with the main theme. Following this are question and answer statements typical of the style and a feature sp
$45.00 Carnaval
Image not foundMusicWorks - Grade 1 This traditional style march for very young players has all the right ingredients to become a winner. From the tutti first strain, to the percussion break, to the woodwind trio and rousing final strains, here is a march you can depend on for success! (2:30)
$45.00 Guardians of Liberty
Image not foundEasy marches that sound authentic and still work with beginners are hard to find. Here is a gem from Eric Osterling that works great even with small bands with incomplete instrumentation. With catchy melodies and repetitive rhythmic patterns, this one is easy to learn and is perfect for contest o
$40.00 Gateway March
Image not foundAleatoric music for grade 1? Why not?! Through carefully controlled parameters, your beginning players can actually create their own erupting volcano effect! Mazama was the imposing mountain peak in southwest Oregon that erupted 7000+ years ago and became the serene and beautiful present day Crat
$40.00 Fires of Mazama
Image not foundThis miniature suite of Appalachian favorites includes Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair, Sourwood Mountain and Simple Gifts. Even at this easy level, Paul Murtha has skillfully combined a mixture of musical styles in an arrangement that is well-paced and attainable by beginning bands. (2
$45.00 Appalachian Suite
Image not foundFeaturing two distinctive Scottish melodies, the first is the melancholy waltz Bonnie George Campbell. Next is Up and Waur Them A', Willie, which is a sprightly dance with characteristic Scottish rhythms. This is an attractive and well-scored set of dances that audiences and students alike are su
$45.00 Two Scottish Dances
Image not foundThis very easy composition by Samuel Hazo was designed specifically to provide beginning players the opportunity to experience a lush and chorale-like setting. With nothing faster than a quarter note, this is an excellent vehicle for teaching concepts such as independent moving lines, phrasing, b
$40.00 Rising Star
Image not foundMichael takes this tender and lyrical folk song and creates a marvelous setting for beginning players. Even at this easy level, this arrangement provides a wealth of musicality through creative harmonies and skilled scoring. Every section gets a chance to play the melody at some point. Dur: 2:20
$40.00 Ye Banks and Braes o' Bonnie Doon
Image not foundCommissioned by the Cabarrus All-County Middle School Band (Concord, North Carolina), this work was inspired by the composer's Irish heritage and the rich history of Ireland. With three main themes, this programmatic work opens with a peaceful sunrise with mist rising from the bog. The second the
$36.00 The Legend of Castle Armagh
Image not foundInspired by the character and spirit of the city it's named for, Spirit of New Orleans is an energetic and dynamic march written specifically for beginning players. Solid scoring and easy rhythms guarantee success with this one. Dur: 1:15 (Includes full performance CD)
$45.00 Spirit of New Orleans (March)