Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in music education where he led by example each and every day. A scintillating opener! The joyful spirit will light up your concert hall like fireworks as you set your next performance in motion with James Curnow’s striking new piece titled Tempus Fugit . Brass fanfares Woodwind flourishes and Percussive flamboyance commence as the house lights go down and the curtains part. Artistic variation is the hallmark of this enthusiastic work and many delights are in store foryour group as you carefully rehearse this outstanding new piece. Carpe diem!

Moon of Saturn-A bold and powerful work for young bands! The aggressive theme sets the stage for this forceful original piece. In the spirit of The Planets by Holst Titan-Moon of Saturn celebrates the multi-national Cassini-Huygens spacecraft that landed on Saturn’s moon Titan on January 14 2005. There are many questions about Titan that this daring space exploration mission will seek to answer some of them. In addition to being a great piece for your own band it is the perfect expression for a massed band performance. This is also a wonderful opportunity for some cross-curricular work with the science department. Mighty!

Fantasia di Falcone is a four movement suite of fantasy variations composed as a showpiece for your outstanding Euphoniumsoloist. The piece opens with an expressive 12 measure soliloquy which presages the dynamic modern variations and diversionsthat fully explore the moods of the Euphonium. Exquisite orchestration contrasts and effects give the soloist perfect supportas the ensemble reinvents itself again and again revealing surprising new facets to this gem of the compositional art. Significant!

Feature the section that “delivers the energy” in this great new arrangement by James Curnow. Based on a French folk song that tells a story about three young drummer boys the music uses imitation question and answer and stylistic rhythmic figures to challenge these proud musicians.While featuring the Percussion section there are also great parts for everyone else so the entire group will stay engaged and productive in rehearsal.Spirited!

Cross-curricular connection at its best! Your music students can bring Don Quixote’s faithful but ramshackle horse Rozinante to life with this delightful new concert band piece by young band specialist Mike Hannickel. You will find lots of articulation and dynamic contrasts along with other important teaching considerations. Don Quixote is one of the world’s great comic heroes. Shouldn’t his horse get a little credit too?

Kids want to have fun learn to play their instrument AND be the STAR! Not surprisingly beginning band parents want those very same things for their kids.Now all your students can be STARS!They will learn to play Popcorn Prelude quickly and easily. Then add a bit of simple “STAND UP SIT DOWN” staging and VOILA! It’s POPCORN!

Instrumental Solos for Christmas-A new collection of some of the world’s greatest carols. Each arrangement has been given a ‘magic touch’ making them into individual pieces rather that just straightforward carol settings. Titles include: Joy To The World Ding Dong Merrily On High It Came Upon A Midnight Clear and many more.

Solos for Beginning through Early Intermediate lev-The 1st Recital Series presents high quality solo/recital literature appropriate for performers from beginner to early intermediate standard. A professionally recorded CD is included with each book providing a demonstration of each piece followed by an accompaniment track which can be used for performance or rehearsal. A separate piano accompaniment book is also available.

This energetic overture with delightful natural contrasts is sure to find its way into your repertoire. Opening with a wonderful F Horn melody (cued in Alto Saxophone) the classic overture style piece sparkles with interesting twists and turns. There are many style dynamic and articulation contrasts in the piece so there are plenty of things to teach and learn.

Moon of Saturn-A bold and powerful work for young bands! The aggressive theme sets the stage for this forceful original piece. In the spirit of The Planets by Holst Titan-Moon of Saturn celebrates the multi-national Cassini-Huygens spacecraft that landed on Saturn’s moon Titan on January 14 2005. There are many questions about Titan that this daring space exploration mission will seek to answer some of them. In addition to being a great piece for your own band it is the perfect expression for a massed band performance. This is also a wonderful opportunity for some cross-curricular work with the science department. Mighty!

(This Train is Bound for Glory) Trombone Ensemble Feature-This infectious arrangement uses the old spiritual This Train is Bound for Glory as a boogie style feature with the trombone section as soloists. The train can hardly stay on the rails because the coaches can’t stop dancing! Along the way see how many other famous train references you can hear. A fantastic piece that’s great fun to play.

Jazz Solos or Duets-This collection of solos with optional duet part combines with a swinging CD accompaniment to provide a great practice tool for learning the most popular jazz styles. A variety of keys and tempi give the soloist(s) ample opportunity to develop playing skills in this idiom - perfect for learning the Big Band style.

This setting of While Shepherds Watched features the historical as well as modern renditions of this much loved carol. Optional off-stage ensembles echo your visible players and create a unique concert experience for all involved.

William Billings' beloved song Chester the adopted theme of the Continental Army during America's war for independence forms the musical core of this fine work for young bands. Great for concert or contest this adaptation is short and sweet but does not skimp on style or emotional impact.

Modal harmonies evoke images of America as far back as the 1700’s. The influence of the Native American tribes in the area is felt in this powerful overture. Rhythmic and contrapuntal action stake a claim to the audience’s attention from the opening notes. This one is perfect for festival or concert. Commissioned for massed Middle School band concert it works great with groups large or small. Cross-curricular potential with History.Bold and decisive!

Provocative modal shifts and fresh melodic excursions take us to another land. The brooding minor key opening leads by stages to a big uplifting finish. There is also lots of contrast built into the orchestration making Latin Journey a special treat for band and audience alike. Cross-cultural lessons are a natural fit with this one! Additionally there is lots of opportunity to work on the finer points of balance and blend. Inventive!

Authentic Big Band swing style music for the concert band! You know this one will be a crowd pleaser and SO much fun to play! Stephen Bulla works his magic with the great Jazz sounds of the 40s and 50s in such a way that your band will be able to put it together and make it happen. Lots of great jazz style articulation and harmonic considerations ensure that your students are doing more than just playing the piece. They are learning Big Band Jazz style interpretation in the bargain and loving it as they do. This is a great opportunity to study the historical American roots of Jazz!

Recognized by many as one of the all-time most beautiful melodies Greensleeves has long been associated with the Christmas season. The bold and powerful introduction gradually melts away to a tender Woodwind statement of the timeless theme. You’ll find a whole new way to look at this Christmas classic as it gradually builds with intriguing harmonies. Rich and rewarding this well may be the most beautiful new concert band piece you’ll discover this year.

National and state standards for music education have re-emphasized the need for more high-quality transcription pieces for the concert band. Every musician should develop a familiarity with each of history’s major composers. What an exciting and productive way to introduce Brahms to your concert band! In this arrangement the original thematic material is presented in its original order. Limiting the development somewhat makes this memorable Brahms work accessible to the Grade 3 band. This also provides a great opportunity for cross-curricular work. A classic!

Good King Wenceslas-Young band directors are always on the lookout for something new and a little different for the winter concert. Timothy Johnson’s new Christmas arrangement for Beginning Bands fits the bill perfectly. It remains technically accessible to the young band while exploring this old familiar tune in new and different ways. You even have the option of including a set drummer by using the Optional Percussion 1 Advanced part. Lots of unison rhythms in the Winds ensure that you can prepare The Good King Rocks in time for that winter concert and there are enjoyable parts for every instrument which keeps the whole group focused and involved during rehearsal. Fun!