(based on Bad Romance)-In a recent YouTube moment that went viral Giovanni Dettori created a convincingly traditional Baroque fugue based on the opening strains of Lady Gaga's hit Bad Romance. Johnnie Vinson has done a marvelous job ofadapting this setting for concert band providing a terrific opportunity to teach an important musical form and have some fun at the same time.

Red Hot Chili Peppers-The ninth album by the California funk-rockers continues the band's progression into a deeper soulful and more melodic sound as already displayed the multi-platinum albums Californication and By The Way . After bridging the gap between the US college-radio alternative scene and the rock mainstream with a barrage of hi-energy funk-inspired punk in the late 1980s Red Hot Chili Peppers have refined their sound and embraced the accessible simplicity of The Beatles and Buddy Holly. The resulting album boasts some of the most beautiful melodies of their career complemented by John Frusciante's stunning and inventive guitar arrangements. Every song from the double-album has been carefully and accurately transcribed in this matching folio for Bass guitar complete with melody line and full lyrics including Dani California Snow (Hey Oh) and Tell Me Baby . The ninth album by the California funk-rockers continues the band's progression into a deeper soulful and more melodic sound as already displayed the multi-platinum albums Californication and By The Way . After bridging the gap between the US college-radio alternative scene and the rock mainstream with a barrage of hi-energy funk-inspired punk in the late 1980s Red Hot Chili Peppers have refined their sound and embraced the accessible simplicity of The Beatles and Buddy Holly. The resulting album boasts some of the most beautiful melodies of their career complemented by John Frusciante's stunning and inventive guitar arrangements. Every song from thedouble-album has been carefully and accurately transcribed in this matching folio for Bass guitar complete with melody line and full lyrics including Dani California Snow (Hey Oh) and Tell Me Baby .

Opening with the classic As the Deer praise chorus then gently incorporating a worshipful new communion song this anthem is an intimate statement of faith and praise. Warm and inviting.Available separately: SATB and on BonusTrax CD (#08743349).

Here is a fresh arrangement of this beloved tune by composer and conductor Brian Tate part of the acclaimed Judy Herrington Choral Series.

Recorded by The Beatles-George Harrison's most successful contribution to the Beatles catalog is no doubt this familiar iconic ballad. Paul Murtha's setting for band features alto sax on the melody followed by the low brass and a light swing styletreatment of the bridge section. Scored with nice variety throughout this offers a welcome change of pace number for any concert.

A fantastic result achieved with minimal effort that is the secret formula of Star Lake. This upbeat march written by the doyen of English wind and brass instrument music. Eric Ball will become the favourite of your band and your audience after only a few practices.

Featuring canonic imitation vocal ostinati and delicately intertwining melodies this a cappella setting is stunning. Available: SSA a cappella. Performance Time: Approx. 2:00.

Trombone/Baritone B.C. Solo with Piano - Grade 2-The third solo in the timeless Trombone Gems series which is included on nearly every state contest list. Students progress through the ten numbered solos. The full series is also available in a Book/CD set which includesaccompaniment/full performance recordings: Trombone Gems (HL04470002/$12.95)The third solo in the timeless Trombone Gems series which is included on nearly every state contest list. Students progress through the ten numbered solos. The full series is also available in a Book/CD set which includesaccompaniment/full performance recordings: Trombone Gems (HL04470002/$12.95)

Written by Peter Allen and a hit for the band Pablo Cruise in 1979 this new arrangement for mixed and women's voices will heat up your concert with its hot Latin groove. Fast and furious with syncopation energy and horns there's no turning back once you go to Rio!

2nd Alto Saxophone-This tried-and-true collection by Rubank includes easy arrangements of 16 marches written with the young band in mind. There's no more economical way to introduce middle school and early high school bands to the great marches of Sousa and others as well as some well-known college fight songs.

John Purifoy has paired Chris Tomlin's How Great is Our God with Holy Holy Holy blending the new with the traditional to create a wonderful anthem of praise and adoration. May be used for general worship orservices of praise.Available separately: SATB SAB ePak(S) and ChoirTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:20.

A sonorous work with a pastoral atmosphere. This composition is not based on a Christmas song but fits very well in the program of a Christmas concert! drum-part ad lib.

The text by Thomas Moore places this Irish air from early 1800 in an idyllic river valley. With simple four-part singing in easy ranges it is an excellent selection for high school choirs. Duration: ca. 3:50. The text by Thomas Moore places this Irish air from early 1800 in an idyllic river valley. With simple four-part singing in easy ranges it is an excellent selection for high school choirs. Duration: ca. 3:50.

Widely adaptable to school and church functions this wonderful setting of an African-American spiritual features simple vocal lines and handbell parts and a strong piano part. Incorporates call and response between vocal parts and with its references to Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad this would be excellent for Black History Month concerts. Uplifting and energetic for elementary school on up! Duration: approx. 4:40

with The Snow Lay on the Ground Sussex Carol Good Christians All Rejoice- Uses: Christmas concert Scripture: Luke 2:7; Luke 2:10 There never seems to be enough time to fit in all the favorite carols. Enter this festive set of English carols that all share joyous 6/8 time.Accessible but supportive piano writing and the inclusion of some lesser-known carols makes this a very refreshing montage. Available: SATB. Duration: ca. 2:59.

from Gospel Voices- Uses: General Revival All Saints Day Scripture: Revelation 22:1-5; Psalm 148:3-4; John 14:2 This feel good song is a happy moment for any church service. Written in a southern gospel style that alwaysbrings a smile your group will enjoy reminding the faithful of the joyful future we have in the mansions of glory! Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:33.

A Fractured Fable of Frogs Folks and Falling Skies-Once upon a time... Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? The librarian? The coach? The Mayor and town council? The sweet and smart-thinkingRachel? With song dance and a fast moving script Thwacked! unfolds to reveal these and many other delightful characters as they attempt to unravel the mystery in a fairytale world. Whether your cast is small orlarge this 35-minute musical will involve all of your students and delight your audience with the amusing dialogue charming songs and clever story. For Grades 4-8. Available Separately: Teacher Edition; Singer Edition (5-packoctavo-sized books); Listening CD; Enhanced StudioTrax CD; Preview Pack (1 Singer Edition/Listening CD Combo); Performance Kit (1 Teacher Edition 20 Singer Editions 1 Enhanced StudioTrax CD).Once upon a time... Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? The librarian? The coach? The Mayor and town council? The sweet and smart-thinkingRachel? With song dance and a fast moving script Thwacked! unfolds to reveal these and many other delightful characters as they attempt to unravel the mystery in a fairytale world. Whether your cast is small orlarge this 35-minute musical will involve all of your students and delight your audience with the amusing dialogue charming songs and clever story. For Grades 4-8. Available Separately: Teacher Edition; Singer Edition (5-packoctavo-sizedbooks); Listening CD; Enhanced StudioTrax CD; Preview Pack (1 Singer Edition/Listening CD Combo); Performance Kit (1 Teacher Edition 20 Singer Editions 1 Enhanced StudioTrax CD).

with We Plow the Fields and Scatter & Now Thank We All Our God- Uses: Thanksgiving Earth Day youth Scripture: II Corinthians 2:14 Especially written for SAB voicing this gently contemporary anthem truly sounds rich and full. The incorporation of classic wordswith newer lyrics creates a wonderful counterpoint of something old with something new. Available: SAB LiteTrax CD. Duration: ca. 2:36.

Uses: Christmas Christmas Eve Epiphany Scripture: I Kings 8:57; John 3:16; Luke 11:2 Reverberating with subtle nuance this artful set of breathtaking sacred texts is essential repertoire for the acappella choir. Like a delicate watercolor of sounds these pieces offer a study in tonal purity and harmonic clarity. The set includes: God Be in My Head God So Loved the World and The Lord's Prayer. Reverberating with subtle nuance this artful set of breathtaking sacred texts is essential repertoire for the a cappella choir. Like a delicate watercolour of sounds these pieces offer a study in tonal purity and harmonic clarity. The set includes: God Be in My Head God So Loved the World and The Lord's Prayer .

Uses: General Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23 Psalm 36:5 This is an original song that is an intimate commentary on the walk of faith. A beautiful melody filled with expressive leaps carries this hopeful message in careful arms. A prayer of affirmation directed toward the constancy of our heavenly Father this anthem is useful for whenever a word of encouragement is needed. Vocal parts are rich and rewarding and the orchestration adds a beautiful touch. Score and Parts (fl 1-2 ob cl 1-2 bn tpt 1-3 hn 1-2 tbn 1-2 btbn/tba perc 1-2 vn 1-2 va vc db) available on CD-ROM and as a digital download.