Véritable symbole de la période de Noël la musique entonne son chant joyeux et résonne tant dans les lieux sacrés que dans les rues. A Christmas Celebration (« Célébrons Noël ») de James Curnow est un arrangement de huit noëls qui convient à différents ensembles grâce à son instrumentation variable.

This exciting concert march follows the standard marchform but has an unusual twist. Following a ‘dog fight’middle section in which players can ‘let rip’ withsome aggressive playing the trio used the well knownmelody ’Just A Closer Walk’ played in a popular syncopatedNew Orleans jazz style.

This light hearted fun arrangement starts out in a mellow jazzy mambo - rock ballad and then goes into a sizzling hot driving mambo that will give your audience and maybe even your band dancing in their seats.

This exciting work reflects the panoramic beauty of the mountains deserts lakes streams and open range of the Wild Old West. It presents the rhythmic heartbeat of the early settlers and the energy they needed to survive and prosper.

Based on the Italian folk song 'Tiritomba' this entertaining work is a musical vehicle to take you on a ride on an 'Italian Carousel'.

Instrumental Solos for Worship-This collection contains some of the world’s greatest hymns. The goal of these arrangements is to allow instrumentalists the opportunity to give praise and adoration to God through their musical abilities. A piano accompaniment book is also available for concert performances. Contains; All Creatures of Our God and King Praise To The Lord Be Thou My Vision O Worship The King and others.

An exciting adventure for bands of a moderate standard. From a brooding fog-shrouded sand castle along the seashore in England to another on the sunny coast of France (including rainstick and spoken “wave” effects) to an exotic triple-meter “Flamenco-esque” impression of one in Spain SANDCASTLES is a noteworthy addition to the CMP Passport Plus Series. Referring to varying locations naturally invites contrasting styles in the three separate movements. Delightful Percussion writing and creative effects with colorful orchestration throughout make this imaginative and masterfully-crafted arrangement a memorable asset to modern young band literature. Intriguing!

It has been said that the magic of Mozart’s music lies in its ability to truly and purely express the inner self. This delightful Grade 21/2 adaptation of a well-known theme from The Magic Flute will help your young musicians gain a deeper understanding of Mozart and the amazing gift that made him the incomparable master of flawless composition. In addition your musicians will discover that Mozart is FUN! Douglas Court uses creative variations to skillfully bring this delightful music to your concert band stage with remarkable authenticity. A great one to program for “the Mozart year!”

You'll be a-wearin' the green with CELTIC DANCE by Douglas Court. The unmistakable Galway Piper opens the piece and through artful variation playfully comes a-visitin' now and again while original thematic material leads us on a tour of a lovely emerald musical countryside. The energetic joy of Irish dance and the internationally appealing flavor of Irish folk music come together in CELTIC DANCE to form a jewel of young band literature. Court's unerring sense of young player's abilities makes this one a pot o' gold!

This rhapsody for concert band describes programmaticallythe period of history when knights fought bravely in suits ofshining armour. The tournament was a time of fierce joustingfor the favour of royalty as well as a duel of mortal combat.The music portrays this battle by showcasing the variousinstrumental sections each fighting for attention with ‘calland response’ patterns. Each section of the band has its ownmoment of glory in this heroic concert work

16 Duets for F Horn or Eb Horn-A volume of very easy duets containing a wide selection of traditional and classical Christmas melodies - ideal teaching material for slightly advanced students.

This heroic march strives to capture the spirit in which young musicians make music. The stately and joyous introduction underlies this factor. Following the introduction a triumphal second theme tells us in music how this was accomplished. Through practise the band has reached its musical goal. Let your band take you on its triumphant tour.

This musical fantasy is an imaginary journey through the countryside over the freshly fallen snow.

This charming A-B-A form tone poem takes us on a memorable pleasure sailboat ride on the Chesapeake. Skillful scoring and natural melodies make sure this piece will show your group well on the concert stage. After a calm opening the contrasting detached middle section of the piece sparkles as you feel the gentle breeze pick up to push the boat along on a joyously exciting cruise. Pleasing to play and pleasant to hear you’ll want to add Virginia Allen’s Sailing to your music library right away.

Bring something different to your holiday concert this year. This New Orleans style medley of holiday favorites will bring down the house. Infectious rhythms and jazzy tunes make this fine new offering from James L. Hosay just about as much fun as you can possibly have in a concert hall. With music for Christmas Hanukkah Kwanza and New Year’s Eve this will be the perfect cross-cultural centerpiece for your next winter concert.Jazzy!

19 New Studies from Grade 4 through 6- Advanced Concert Studies contains the same musical and technical challenges found in the original Concert Studies only on a more advanced level. Lyricism is a large component of this book with technical challenges of range tonguing intervals and key signatures abounding. This collection contains music written specifically for Philip Smith Principal Trumpet from the New York Philharmonic from such composers as James Curnow Allen Vizzutti Ellen Taaffe Zwilich Joseph Turrin Bruce Broughton and many others. Also included with this book is a CD of Philip Smith performing these studies.

This easy-to-prepare beginning band comedy piece will have the audience rolling in the aisles. Feature that popular principal custodian secretary or any other staff or community member who has a little bit of comedian in them as the Triangle soloist. One interruption after another prevents the soloist from actually playing the Triangle until the very end of the piece where with a band member’s assistance the soloist finally gets to play the Triangle one single time. Everyone will love it! Side-splitting!

Composer Timothy Johnson spent many years as a school band director. His teaching experience qualifies him to approach the development of this new entry into the CMP Essentials of Musicianship Series with reality-based confidence. Ever so gradually this product takes the band from the simplest forms of syncopation to more and more complex notation. Your students can build their reading skills at a pace they can handle. The astute teacher will also notice that there is plenty of concept reinforcement as the group steps from easy to more challenging rhythms.A great teaching tool!

New Orleans-Style Holiday Favorites-Bring something different to your holiday concert this year. This New Orleans style medley of holiday favorites will bring down the house. Infectious rhythms and jazzy tunes make this fine new offering from James L. Hosay just about as much fun as you can possibly have in a concert hall. With music for Christmas Hanukkah Kwanza and New Year’s Eve this will be the perfect cross-cultural centerpiece for your next winter concert.Jazzy!

Composer Timothy Johnson spent many years as a school band director. His teaching experience qualifies him to approach the development of this new entry into the CMP Essentials of Musicianship Series with reality-based confidence. Ever so gradually this product takes the band from the simplest forms of syncopation to more and more complex notation. Your students can build their reading skills at a pace they can handle. The astute teacher will also notice that there is plenty of concept reinforcement as the group steps from easy to more challenging rhythms.A great teaching tool!