A Grade 1 rock anthem! It’s a perfect way to keep your beginners motivated while you drill them on that new concept called “eighth notes.” Lots of repetition of simple eighth note figures will help your young band players enter the fascinating world of the divided beat with ease.This solid minor key rock-type piece will also help to keep your audience attentive by letting them hear a bit of a style they are so accustomed to. The overwhelming rhythmic nature of the piece also makes it a possible choice for use with an elementary level massed band. When faced with more than 100 beginners at a time one likes to do music that has a beat they can hang on to! Whether it’s for asmall one-school band or a giant massed group this one is sure to work for you.

At the end of the Sixties and the beginning of the Seventies slowly but surely a new exciting music style arose in pop music. Pop groups enlarged the musical spectrum by combining jazz harmonies with rock ’n’ roll rhythms. These experiments are now known as ‘fusion’. Fusion Factory combines elements of early fusion with modern fusion sounds. Listen to the excellent result!

Tiger Rock is designed to help introduce students to their first use of easy rock rhythms melodies and chords. It is filled with drive and energy and exciting percussion sounds.

A Celebration of Rhythm and Sound-This extraordinary celebration of rhythm and sound is infused with relentless energy from start to finish. For the band that can play at this level this is an experience you mustn't miss. James L. Hosay has crafted a mostremarkable composition that will take your band to vigorous new heights. (Grade 4)

In the energetic style of a Russian folk dance James Curnow's original Cossack Dance is a great addition to the important Grade 1 level literature. It could be used as a Young Band festival opener or as a lively statementfor your group's school performance. As with all of James Curnow's Young Band works there are all kinds of manageable concepts built-in for use in expanding the skills that will take your band to the next level of performance.(Grade 1-1/2)

James Curnow skillfully brings one of Tchaikovsky's most memorable symphonic themes to the concert band stage with this new arrangement. It's always a good idea to let your band members become familiar with great orchestrathemes. Whether used as a concert centerpiece or an exciting finale you'll want to have this mainstay of Romantic era music in your library. Dur: 4:45

Tielman Susato one of the most influential musicians of his time left behind an enormous body of Renaissance compositions. Students of music would do well to be familiar with Susato and the sounds of the Renaissance. JamesCurnow has carefully arranged two of Susato's dance melodies in such a way that the young band can bring them to the concert stage with the real character and spirit of the original works. Opportunities abound for a study of theRenaissance period in a cross-curricular setting. You'll find this excellent concert and contest publication to be right on target.

Descant in Bb (Clarinet Trumpet)- Flexible Praise has been designed with the sacred ensemble conductor in mind. Arranged by internationally known composers/arrangers these ten pieces will work well with every instrumental ensemble imaginable including quartets of mixed instruments praise bands full band or orchestra and brass band. Designed to be playable by an average grade 3 (strong middle school or average high school) player each arrangement includes optional descant (fifth part) keyboard (with chords included for guitar) percussion (mostly drum set) and electric bass parts. These parts enhance the overall sound of the arrangements but are not required for performance providing theconductor with unlimited ways to use the arrangements.

A new concept in beginning band literature! Your group can promote character education with a performance of Three Billy Goats Gruff . An important anti-bullying message is embedded in the easy and humorousnarration. A soundtrack-like format makes it a different experience for your players as well. The specific focus on character education may qualify its purchase for funding outside your music budget. Best of all Three BillyGoats Gruff is really fun! This is the first in a series of ethics-driven pieces for beginning band by Mike Hannickel and Amy Adam.

The foreboding and powerful character of this piece will captivate your beginning band. Like a soundtrack for the kinds of books that are so popular with young readers today Endeavor will inspire your musician'simaginations and raise the group to a higher level of performance. Includes an optional advanced percussion part for drummers who need more challenge.

With a style that is uniquely their own Mexico and other Latin-American countries have a rich heritage of folk music. This collection of 8 folk songs is arranged for the grade 2 to 3 soloist. Enjoy playing along with an authenticensemble on the CD provided or play with a live accompanist - either way you will be ready to join in the fiesta ! Contents: Chiapanecas Happy Yule (Feliz Natal) Morning Song (Las Mañanitas) Carmela Cielito Lindo (My Pretty Darling) La Piñata Riqui Ran Ask of the Stars (La Preguntale a las Estrellas).With a style that is uniquely their own Mexico and other Latin-American countries have a rich heritage of folk music. This collection of 8 folk songs is arranged for the grade 2 to 3 soloist. Enjoy playing along with an authenticensemble on the CD provided or play with a live accompanist - either way you will be ready to join in the fiesta ! Contents: Chiapanecas Happy Yule (Feliz Natal) Morning Song (Las Mañanitas) Carmela Cielito Lindo (My Pretty Darling) La Piñata Riqui Ran Ask of the Stars (La Preguntale a las Estrellas).

Grade 1 - Score Only-Melodies from a signal moment in United States history! Stephen Bulla has skillfully crafted this notable band arrangement from actual songs of the underground railroad era. It's always great to make history astangible as possible for our students - team up with the history department for an unforgettable unit! This excellent arrangement helps to bring the past alive. (Grade 1)

Grade .5 - Score and Parts-A dark and expansive opening leads to the powerful main theme as we explore the moon of a distant planet. An assortment of colorful percussion instruments helps evoke the mysterious second-largest moon of Jupiter. It's a powerfulwork that is easily within the grasp of young bands. This will be a great contrast piece on your concert. This provides a great cross-curricular tie-in with science specifically the study of Galileo. (Grade 1/2)

Here we find the sound of late Renaissance Spanish composer Tomas Luis de Victoria artistically captured for the concert band. The arranger masterfully articulates de Victoria's subtle and expressive polyphony and clearlybalances the intricate counterpoint through skillful scoring techniques. A well-crafted performance of this piece will be a highlight of any concert program. Dur: 2:35

With a style that is uniquely their own Mexico and other Latin-American countries have a rich heritage of folk music. This collection of 8 folk songs is arranged for the grade 2 to 3 soloist. Enjoy playing along with an authenticensemble on the CD provided or play with a live accompanist - either way you will be ready to join in the fiesta ! Contents: Chiapanecas Happy Yule (Feliz Natal) Morning Song (Las Mañanitas) Carmela Cielito Lindo (My Pretty Darling) La Piñata Riqui Ran Ask of the Stars (La Preguntale a las Estrellas).With a style that is uniquely their own Mexico and other Latin-American countries have a rich heritage of folk music. This collection of 8 folk songs is arranged for the grade 2 to 3 soloist. Enjoy playing along with an authenticensemble on the CD provided or play with a live accompanist - either way you will be ready to join in the fiesta ! Contents: Chiapanecas Happy Yule (Feliz Natal) Morning Song (Las Mañanitas) Carmela Cielito Lindo (My Pretty Darling) La Piñata Riqui Ran Ask of the Stars (La Preguntale a las Estrellas).

Clarinet Solo or Section Feature-You can reward your clarinet section's dedication with this easy feature piece. The simple but engaging soli part has a song-like quality that's easy for young players to grasp and interpret. The band parts are adroitly managed tomake sure your stars shine through. The contrast of very easy slurs in the clarinets helps to keep your performance engaging. Like all of Mike Hannickel's young band pieces this one carries the indelible stamp ofpracticality that comes from four decades of directing beginning groups. Nice!

Grade 1.5 - Score Only-Enjoyable counterpoint and snippets of well-known carols along with delightful original material will make this engaging and humorous arrangement a memorable addition to your winter concert. Tick-tock; wind it up; and let thealarm ring! Your band and your audience will love this catchy new Christmas piece. Dur: 2:15

We Three Kings-Whether a powerful opener or a thrilling centerpiece this stirring new arrangement of We Three Kings maintains relentless momentum. Melodic and orchestrational surprise after surprise unfolds. Timothy Johnson givesthis delightful old favorite an entirely new wardrobe in an arrangement that bears great gifts for the musicians and the audience alike. (Grade 3)

Christmas Medley-James Curnow's grade 1 holiday arrangement is an energetic exploration of four great carols. Nice counterpoint and stylistic subtleties help your band reach for a higher level of performance. Staccato full value detached accented slurred; it's all here. There is SO much you can teach your band in this arrangement! Plus it can also be used as an audience sing-along. Outstanding!

Patriotic melodies such as America the Beautiful Yankee Doodle You're a Grand Old Flag and more are artfully intertwined in this exciting new opener by James L. Hosay. It's an outstanding addition to Grade 1 literaturethat will work in almost any concert situation. If your school does an occasional school-wide flag salute assembly it would be great exposure for your band to open the ceremony with this creative arrangement. (Grade 1-1/2)