Lush harmonies and flowing melodies make this an excellent “change of pace” selection that will bring a touch of elegance to any concert or school function. It’s also a great opportunity to work on accidentals intonation articulations balance and that smooth relaxed Brazilian style. Interesting Percussion writing fits the style perfectly and provides a subtle but animated foundation for the expressive Winds. Tantalizing!

Commissioned by the Williamsburg Consort Symphonic Band - Sally Craig Founder and Director An exquisite 18th century American musical quilt! So many stirring melodies artfully stitched into a rich mélange of earlyAmericana: anthems of the revolution songs of political protest and so much more. Those who are familiar with Mr. Hosay’sprevious works will be eager to examine this exciting new score. Every player in the band will enjoy interpreting this remarkablenew concert band offering. Sing We Liberty is a great centerpiece for any patriotic venue and works wonderfully asan opener as well. There are also plenty of opportunities for cross-curricular teaching with thispiece. Innovative!

Bring American history to life on your concert band stage this year with Timothy Johnson’s delightful new Suite Of Colonial Dances . Authentic colonial period melodies are now available for your Grade 21/2 band. The three contrasting songs are masterfully interpreted in this enjoyable and accessible arrangement. “Successful Campaign ” “Congress Minuet ” and the delightful hoe-down style “Miss Moore’s Rant” (including fun with stomping and clapping) all make this a memorable musical expression for your band. Dandy!

The 32 tunes in this volume consist of familiar pieces that musicians love to play. All the songs have been arranged in easy keys for wind instruments. The professional quality accompaniment CD can be used for practice and performance. There is also a separate piano accompaniment volume available for live performances. Titles include Abide With Me; Now Thank We All Our God; Swing Low Sweet Chariot; Were You There? and many others. A collection of 32 'fun to play' familiar melodies for the beginning instrumentalist.

The First Noel-Alluring harmonies give this great new treatment of The First Noel a special character all its own. Your band members will light up as they go to work on it. Creative orchestration and rhythmic treatments mean there’s always something of interest going on. On A Cold Winter’s Night will be the perfect contrast piece for your concert. Unique!

WWII history told in a bold daring and impassionedmasterpiece of patriotic band literature! George C. Marshallwas without question one of the most profoundly influentialleaders of the 20th century. His strong and compassionatemilitary leadership and post-war policy guidance shapedthe world we live in today.This powerful musical expression with optional narrationtraverses many moods from troubled to triumphant withstirring intensity. Honor one of the greatest leaders of “TheGreatest Generation” with your performance of James L.Hosay’s “’Till Men No Longer Die In War.”Cross-curriculum tie-in with U.S. History

To General George Washington-The grand and energetic opening contrasting styles careful attention to articulations and rich harmonies make this one sound more advanced than it actually is. Consider using Heroic Tribute as the opening piece for your young band festival performance. The easy but bright and colorful Percussion along with excellent use of the Woodwind and Brass sections make this an ideal contest piece. There are plenty of teaching opportunities packed into this majestic new mini-overture for young bands. In fact even if your band usually plays higher grade level music you should still give this one serious consideration. Occasionally it’s good idea to rehearse a high-quality easiercomposition where your entire ensemble can concentrate fully on ensemble playing phrasing tone quality etc. and not worry about just chasing notes. This piece provides great cross-curricular teaching opportunities with history. A great teaching piece as well as a gem in performance!

Commissioned by the University of Georgia Bands F. David Romines Associate Director of Bands Rich modern harmonies and exquisite rhythmic counterpoint make this Grade 3 gem a rich and rewarding project for your ensemble. This remarkable piece is a wonderful and exciting performance piece which at the same allows the director countless opportunities to teach the players about intervals inversions and so much more. A nice batterie of Percussion instruments adds lots of color and energy and the contrasts in density and dynamics ensure that Dimensions of Seven will keep the audience fully engaged from the first beat to the last. Unforgettable!

To General George Washington-The grand and energetic opening contrasting styles careful attention to articulations and rich harmonies make this one sound more advanced than it actually is. Consider using Heroic Tribute as the opening piece for your young band festival performance. The easy but bright and colorful Percussion along with excellent use of the Woodwind and Brass sections make this an ideal contest piece. There are plenty of teaching opportunities packed into this majestic new mini-overture for young bands. In fact even if your band usually plays higher grade level music you should still give this one serious consideration. Occasionally it’s good idea to rehearse a high-quality easiercomposition where your entire ensemble can concentrate fully on ensemble playing phrasing tone quality etc. and not worry about just chasing notes. This piece provides great cross-curricular teaching opportunities with history. A great teaching piece as well as a gem in performance!

Pat-a-pan originally Guillo Pran Ton Tamborin-This is a fascinating contrast to the usual Winter Concert fare! Be sure to listen to the demo recording of A French Noel that is included with this catalog. Unpredictable twists of harmony make this version of Pat-A-Pan unlike any other piece you may program at your seasonal concert. Delightful orchestration contrasts ensure that your performance will be fresh and thought provoking. A joy to rehearse and a memorable performance piece. A sure winner!

A collection of 32 fun-to-play familiar melodies for the beginning instrumentalist-The 32 tunes in this volume consist of familiar pieces that musicians love to play. All the songs have been arranged in easy keys for wind instruments. The professional quality accompaniment CD can be used for practice and performance. There is also a separate piano accompaniment volume available for live performances. Titles include Abide With Me; Now Thank We All Our God; Swing Low Sweet Chariot; Were You There? and many others.

A major piece to feature your Clarinet section! James L. Hosay has used his considerable compositional skill beautifully in creating this exuberant new offering for your band. It’s a great showpiece for your reeds but it leaves no one behind when the fun begins.The Baroque and Classical underpinnings of this original composition open the door for a wonderful educational encounter for everyone while a critically important part of the band gets the special exposure it deserves.Effervescent!

A remarkably fresh take on a great old Christmas carol! James Curnow has faceted a gem of an arrangement for that extremely important Grade 11/2 level. Rich with musicality On Christmas Day encourages your young musicians to take musical expression to a new and higher level. This will be the big hit at your developing band’s winter concert. Sparkling!

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.

Instrumental Solos for Worship- More Great Hymns contains hymns from around the world. They are delightfully arranged in fresh settings by some of the foremost arrangers in the instrumental field. The accompaniment CD (included in the solo book) provides a demonstration performance of each solo. It also allows the soloist to practice or perform with the CD when an accompanist is not available. Contains: Amazing Grace O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing Holy Holy Holy Softly and Tenderly and others More Great Hymns contains hymns from around the world arranged for Trumpet by James Curnow. They are delightfully arranged in fresh settings by some of the foremost arrangers in the instrumental field. The accompaniment CD (included in the solo book) provides a demonstration performance of each solo. It also allows the soloist to practice or perform with the CD when an accompanist is not available.

Sure. To the kids it’s about Little Miss Muffet and a surprise visit from her friendly local spider.But to you the director it’s REALLY about the “new” note called concert E-natural. Whatever method book you are using once concert E-natural has been introduced the band will be ready to play this one. The students will have fun with foot stomping and Miss Muffet’s scream while you enjoy watching your students get better and better at playing concert E-natural and concert E-flat at the right times.EEEEEEEEK!

for Piano and Band-Best-loved themes from Mozart and Haydn for Piano soloist with band! These two great Classical themes have been carefully arranged with detailed attention to the Classical idiom and performance practice. This piece acts as a perfect change-of-pace during the band concert giving your show a refreshingly contrasting sound to reinvigorate the audience's ears. While being a nice reward for the young Piano soloist's hard work having the band play in the Classical style in an accompanying manner allows for exploration of all kinds of control and sensitivity issues in rehearsal. A great experience for everyone!

You’re sure to want to try the music of this imaginative young composer! Written by a Florida band director who is presently “deep in the teaching trenches ” Nathan Farrell has hit the mark with his creative new young band compositions. Meet some of the delightful creatures that live Deep in the Jungle as your band enjoys interpreting this amusing chart. Dissonant Trumpet calls Trombone glissandi and Percussion parts that can be freely cut or added by the director help to make this entertaining composition a sure winner for any performance.A roaring good time!

Recognize each of the winter celebrations in one piece of music. Kwanzaa Hanukkah and Christmas are all represented in this very easy beginning band arrangement. If your group is ready to graduate from unison method book lines they are ready for this arrangement. Beginning band director/composer Mike Hannickel has made sure that this piece will be accessible to any first year group.If you used this composer’s FIRST CHRISTMAS SUITE with your groups in the past you are sure to like this one too.Happy Holidays!

March of the Three Kings-A brilliant opener or a rousing finale! Either way this is the piece that will make memories and stir your audience’s comments at your winter concert. A bravura exploration of the well-known 13th century melody March of the Three Kings (also arranged by Bizet as Farandole in L’Arlésienne ) the Fantasia On A 13th Century Carol will catch and hold everyone’s attention from first note to last. As you may know James L. Hosay is a master of concert band composition and many facets of his remarkable talent are clearly evident in this powerful new composition. Magnificent!