The Louisville Leopard Percussionists an ensemble founded and directed by Diane Downs has been wowing audiences at national and regional PAS and MENC conventions for several years. Using music arranged by Diane these youngstersperform with a degree of enthusiasm and skill that is truly amazing. For the first time these distinctive arrangements are available in print - carefully edited by well-known educator/author Rick Mattingly. Eacharrangement is written with a flexible instrumentation based around mallet instruments drum set and a variety of Latin instruments. If you are looking to start up a percussion ensemble or need some entertaining program piecesfor your existing group this series is definitely for you!

BandQuest Series Grade 3-American Composer's Forum - BandQuest Series - Grade 3 Mosaic is an aural representation of the varied qualities each of us possess and contribute to the whole of our American society. As a kaleidoscopeof various musical elements coming together this work evokes a visual of mosaics - tiny tiles individually glued together to create a broader image. Composer Stephen Paulus integrates layers of sound with varying metersthat feature every instrument in the band.

Uses: General Thanksgiving Concert Scripture: Isaiah 6:3 Incorporating a classic hymn text and a beloved hymn tune this celtic-style song leaps from the page like a sacred dance of praise. Thegeneral text makes it useful anytime but it could also be used for Thanksgiving Sunday or even Christ the King Sunday. The flute and percussion add a certain folk quality while still maintaining its sanctuary sensitivity.

What a find! This outstanding medley of many well-loved holiday carols will fill the need for the familiar in your holiday concert leaving time for the other Shawnee Press gems you'd like to program. Cleverly assembled andarranged by Greg Gilpin and orchestrated by Stan Pethel A Wreath of Carols basically sings itself weaving the colors and sparkle of the season throughout. The majestic ending will have the audience on their feetapplauding and in the holiday spirit. Fantastic!

A collection of Debussy's popular works transcribed for Horn and Piano by Kazimierz Machala.

From the Broadway Musical Wicked-From the groundbreaking movie blockbuster Avatar here is the main theme used in the end credits. Johnnie Vinson's sensitive arrangement features light woodwind scoring in the beginning then builds into a powerful setting for the entire ensemble.

For Tenor Oboe and Piano. For Tenor Oboe and Piano.

German and English texts. Available: SSATB.

G. Schirmer’s Library of Musical Classics-For advanced players this is Rachmaninoffs Complete Preludes Op. 3 23 and 32. Rachmaninov's Preludes are probably his best-known and most loved pieces of music. This book contains the complete Perludes for Solo Piano - the Thirteen Preludes (Op.3) Ten Preludes (Op.23) and Prelude Op.3 No.2 (Op.32). Suitable for advanced pianists.

SATB-Commissioned for the 50th anniversary of the Los Cancioneros Chorale in Los Angeles this 8-minute work combines classical themes with a syncopated rhythm. The opening and closing sections are fast and driving while the middlesections are more serene. Based on Psalm 100 (Make a Joyful Noise) the work is fitting for concert or church use. Although performable with organ and piano the original orchestration includes strings harp and percussion.

Ron Kean's writing style has been called neo-romanticism. This piece with its stirring vocal melodic lines bathed in rich harmonies and a poignant text serves as an excellent example. Its powerful text about sacrafice andforgiveness may be used during Lent or anytime of the year.

Score-Critical Edition. Critical Edition. This is the third movement of Ives’ Holidays Symphony or as it is officially known A Symphony: New England Holidays.

Perfect for winter shows and easily interpreted for Christmas and holiday concerts this gentle ballad speaks of evergreen trees wishes shining light and peace and hope for the world. Capture that special moment with thisgentle work. Available: 3-Part Mixed; 2-Part; PianoTrax CD.

Uses: Christmas Concert Marian Festivals Scripture: Luke 2:19 This introspective look at the heart of Mary is compelling and moving. The love of a mother for her child mixes with our understanding ofChrist's destiny creating an emotional moment of contemplation for Advent or any Marian emphasis. Incorporate the chamber orchestration for concert or liturgical use.

Of Rage and Remembrance is a profoundly moving choral tribute to AIDS victims based on the third movement of Corigliano's Symphony No. 1. for Mezzo-Soprano Male Chorus and Boy Soprano Piano Reduction. Of Rage and Remembrance is a profoundly moving choral tribute to AIDS victims based on the third movement of Corigliano's Symphony No. 1.

For two Bb Cornets/Trumpets Horn in F or Eb Trombone Baritone B.C. or T.C. Tuba Includes: To a Wild Rose At an Old Trysting Place To a Water Lily A Deserted Farm.

Uses: Epiphany Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12 This up tempo anthem is a stimulating admonition to seek the light of Christ and His illumination. Well suited for Epiphany this rousing theme has touches ofsadness suggesting the shadows that surround the young Messiah in the days and years following His birth. Using a well-known carol tune helps draw the listener close and aids the learning process. A crisp approach to diction andarticulation will yield success in your presentation. Available separately: SATB StudioTrax CD Orchestration CD-rom (Score & parts for Flute 1&2 Oboe Clarinet 1&2 Bassoon Horn 1&2 Trumpet 1 Trumpet 2&3 Trombone 1&2 BassTrombone/Tuba Timp Perc 1&2 Harp Piano Violin 1 Violin 2 Viola Cello Double Bass). Duration: ca. 3:11.

Written by Lotti around 1730 this motet was originally written for four voices. Russell Robinson's thoughtful 3-part arrangement attempts to maintain the harmonic textures melodic lines and text of the original work whilemaking it more accessible for young voices. Available separately: 3-part mixed opt. accompaniment; PianoTrax CD. Duration: da. 1:36.

Come on a musical safari into a magical jungle where you can drum with the monkeys sing with lions and shake like a rattlesnake! Educationally based this fun-filled collection of songs is jam-packed with practical ideas forenhancing children's musical development through singing movement playing percussion instruments and other hands-on activities! Jammin' in the Jungle is a fantastic resource for both classroom and home use and is suitedto children aged 4-8 years. Come along and join in the fun of making music! Songs include: Jammin' in the Jungle; Snappity Snap; Elephant Paint; Monkey Rhythm; We Can Shake Like a Rattle Snake; Amazing Snakes; Hippo Rock; I'mWalking Through the Jungle; Bongo Bob; Jungle Wash Day; Barrel of Monkeys; Tigers Are a-Creeping; Monkey Hug; Tiger Jive .Come on a musical safari into a magical jungle where you can drum with the monkeys sing with lions and shake like a rattlesnake! Educationally based this fun-filled collection of songs is jam-packed with practical ideas forenhancing children's musical development through singing movement playing percussion instruments and other hands-on activities! Jammin' in the Jungle is a fantastic resource for both classroom and home use and is suitedto children aged 4-8 years. Come along and join in the fun of making music! Songs include: Jammin' in the Jungle; Snappity Snap; Elephant Paint; Monkey Rhythm; We Can Shake Like a Rattle Snake; Amazing Snakes; Hippo Rock;I'mWalking Through the Jungle; Bongo Bob; Jungle Wash Day; Barrel of Monkeys; Tigers Are a-Creeping; Monkey Hug; Tiger Jive .

Symphonic Band - Grade 4 From the blockbuster movie of 2003 comes a soundtrack filled with excitement drama and power. John Wasson's excellent arrangement authentically recreates these marvelous themes for the matureconcert band. Includes: The Medallion Calls The Black Pearl To the Pirates Cave One Last Shot and He's a Pirate . (6:50) Symphonic Band - Grade 4 From the blockbuster movie of 2003 comes a soundtrack filled with excitement drama and power. John Wasson's excellent arrangement authentically recreates these marvelous themes for the mature concert band. Includes: The Medallion Calls The Black Pearl To the Pirates Cave One Last Shot and He's a Pirate. (6:50) instrumentation number of parts pages per part full score 1 44 piccolo 1 3 flute 1 4 4 flute 2 4 4 oboe 2 4 bassoon 2 4 bb clarinet 1 4 4 bb clarinet 2 4