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).

The unique writing style of William Himes is showcased here as he takes the simplest of folk songs and transforms it into a feast for the senses. The basic melody takes on a more insistent guise as melodic fragments graduallygrow morph and unite launching into a relentless rhythm that leads to the breathtaking finale. Directors who know Mr. Himes' work want to add every new concert band piece he publishes to their basic library - you'll wantthis one too.

Grade 1.5 - Score and Parts-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

Based on the Battle Hymn of the Republic-It has been difficult to find mature sounding arrangements of patriotic music for the Grade 1 band. The stately tempo and carefully controlled ranges and rhythms in this one makes James Curnow's skillful interpretation of TheBattle Hymn of the Republic accessible to young bands while sounding sophisticated enough for groups that normally play more difficult music. Freedom's Song belongs in every music library. (Grade 1)

Splendid textures rhythmic counterpoint and touching melodies combine in this exciting but accessible new work by William Himes. A wide range of musical styles and colors make it a great choice for festival or a strongcenterpiece for the concert program. You will enjoy this rich and varied work for young bands. Dur: 4:20

The Angels' Song-It's sometimes hard to find just the right piece for that middle ground between the grade 2 young band and the fully functioning grade 3 group. The importance of this growth period in the band's musicality is often overlooked byband composers. James Curnow's On a Renaissance Carol is a great intermediate step with its slightly more exposed orchestration and integral independence of parts. Subtle phrasing dynamics and stylistic considerations helpyou take your group to new heights.

James Curnow's uplifting new work for the mature band makes the most of thrilling momentum masterful counterpoint rich colors and strong melodic contours. Mr. Curnow's commanding development of thematic ideas is exceptional. Asthe concepts merge in the finale section the piece reaches the highest levels of the symphonic band art. Performance piece; player's piece; study piece and more; it's all here.

Let the rhythmic joy of these African folk songs invigorate your audience at your next concert. The young band will enjoy performing this excellent arrangement by James Curnow with foot-stomping and hand-clapping as well asaccessibly enjoyable instrumental parts. Good easy band arrangements of authentic African melodies are somewhat rare considering the immense wealth of styles of music that infuse the continent. This new piece is sure to becomestandard literature for young bands. Perfect for multicultural events.

You'll appreciate the creative and sensitive compositional technique in James Curnow's engaging new work Genesis. The piece gives your grade 3 band the chance to shine in many ways as it progresses through many styles andmoods. Exciting and expressive moments for every section display the versatility of your band to excellent advantage. Masterful orchestration and several nice solo passages add to the depth and breadth of the music making thispossibly the nicest new work to be published this year. The more you study it the more you find to like.

Grade .5 - Score and Parts-Your young players will enjoy the mystery and grandeur of this descriptive piece about the isolated 12th-century Norman keep. Once a strong fortress it is now little more than some stone walls and bits of rooms. What history hasbeen made here? The colorful percussion and rich harmonies are expressive and intriguing. There's something for everyone in this stately original. Majestic!

Hanukkah Celebration

Battle Hymn 2000

Elegy

Heather Ridge Sketches

Heather Ridge Sketches

Odyssey for Percussion

Odyssey for Percussion

Faith Triumphant

With Sweet Jubilation

And the Angels Sang