Recorded by the Celtic punk band The Pogues and featuring singer Kirsty MacColl Fairytale of New York was released in 1987 and has remained an enduring and popular holiday favorite ever since. Comprised of two main sections the opening is melancholy and lyrical followed by the second part in a driving and energetic Irish-flavored groove. Sure to be a distinctive and appealing addition to any holiday concert.

Drawing inspiration from American poet Maya Angelou's inspirational poem On the Pulse of Morning this unique work for band offers challenges and rewards for young players. Using the imagery of a rock a river a tree Angelou challenges us all to work for unity and peace. The music ranges from an energetic percussive pulse (rock) that utilizes plastic buckets played throughout the ensemble to a flowing chorale theme (river) that's heard near the beginning and again at the end. Throughout the piece grows and intensifies (tree) as various musical elements are combined and varied. Dramatic music with important cross-curricular opportunities!

Inspired by the mysterious stone formations of Stonehenge Ancient Stone Circles creates an atmosphere of ancient times using modal melodies rich scoring and exotic percussion. You'll hear the huge stones being transported follow a Druid procession and feel the awe and wonderment of this mystical place. Dur: 2:15

The second season of NBC's The Sing-Off exploded in a celebration of energy staging vocal ability and sheer exuberance rarely seen on stage or screen! This 1970s tune originally recorded by Kiki Dee reaches a new level in this acappella rendition! Duration: ca. 3:25.

Boogie down with the 1979 hit by Bob Seger in this smokin' show choir arrangement! One of the most popular singles of all time it was also a classic scene in the 1983 film Risky Business starring Tom Cruise. Availableseparately: SATB SAB SSA TBB ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.Boogie down with the 1979 hit by Bob Seger in this smokin' show choir arrangement! One of the most popular singles of all time it was also a classic scene in the 1983 film Risky Business starring Tom Cruise. Available separately: SATB SAB SSA TBB ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 2:45.

This masterful work by Jay Bocook was composed for fellow South Carolinian and highly regarded educator Scott Rush known for his accomplishments with the nationally acclaimed Wando High School band program. Employing a minimalistic approach this dynamic piece uses layers of constantly evolving textures and rhythmic devices while propelled throughout by an energetic underlying pulse. Sprinkled with surprises and dramatic effects and culminating with the full force of the entire ensemble Head Rush is a dramatic and unique addition to the repertoire for mature ensembles. Dur: 5:00

1st Movement of Portraits of the North-The cinematic approach to the music of Arctic Fire portrays many different images of the north – the crimson sunlight glinting off the icebergs the radiance of the Northern Lights the blaze of the Red Twig Dogwood the scarletred sunsets and the fiery spirit of the people who live there. The piece opens and closes with a series of dramatic musical snapshots. In between the music evolves and transforms through a wide range of stylistic textures and moods. A brilliantlyscored and effective setting for winds.

featured in Glee-The first season of Glee closed with a well-deserved tribute to Glee Club director Will Schuester - and indeed to music teachers everywhere - who often have to fight to fund their programs: the #1 pop song from 1967 featured in the Sidney Poitier classic film.

Perfect for a spring concert the bright Beatles classic Here Comes The Sun in an appealing SATB a cappella setting features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex. Perfect for a spring concert the bright Beatles classic Here Comes The Sun in an appealing SATB a cappella setting features rich harmonies and light arpeggiated textures resulting in a warm sound without being too complex.

French March-Written in a traditional French style this stately march draws its title from the famous Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Terrific as a change of pace march this unique work is solidly scored with fanfare-like figures andappealing melodies.Dur: 2:00

Composed in the 1700s this traditional Irish ballad was a lament of homesickness by its author and is now a tender and beloved melody appearing on countless recordings. Also known as The Wind from the South or An Gaoth Aneas this setting for second year players provides melody for all sections of the band along with subtle and tasteful harmonic variants.

Third Movement of A Tribute to Arthur Delamont-Imagine a band far off in the distance marching towards you - the music soft at first becomes louder and louder the red capes of the band swaying in the wind getting closer and closer. It was this image that inspired Flying Colors. Famed bandmaster Arthur Delamont always programmed a march in his concerts and the hallmark of his band was their red capes. This work starts very softly with a distant snare drum beat. The trumpets enter quietly with the melody and with each new melodic entry the music grows and intensifies to a roaring finish. This is a fresh new take on a march and is sure to please players and audiences alike! Dur: 3:10

The party goes on and on and on with this 2010 pop hit by Taio Cruz. It's just so much fun to sing it pulses with energy and infectious joy and is a super choice for pop and show choirs. I throw my hands up in the air...Ijust want to celebrate and live my life. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Combo parts available digitally (tpt 1 tpt 2 tsx tbn syn gtr b dm). Duration: ca. 3:15.

FlexBand Series-This work was inspired by the legendary American patriot and hero of the Revolutionary War. James Curnow's popular three-movement suite is adapted here into a very effective format for incomplete ensembles.

Vancouver 21 CTV Olympic Theme Song-The theme from the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics this song recorded in English by Nikki Yanofsky and in French by Annie Villeneuve perfectly captures the universal message of the games: Believe in yourself and in your talent andfollow your dreams. The English version is recorded on the ShowTrax CD and the printed music includes English and French. Available separately: SATB SAB 2-Part ShowTrax CD. Score and parts available digitally (hn 1-2 gtr b dm perc vn 1-2 va vc). Duration: ca. 3:30.I Believe / J'imagine (Brymer Mark) 2 Part Choral

Based around rhythmic figures that create a wind-like effect and combined with a playful melody the turbulence and intensity of a major storm is effectively recreated in Of Gale Force Winds . A very brief moment of repose hints at the periodof calm that comes in the middle or “eye” of bigger storms. The fury of the storm then returns as this descriptive work comes to an exciting conclusion.

Drawing inspiration from American poet Maya Angelou's inspirational poem On the Pulse of Morning this unique work for band offers challenges and rewards for young players. Using the imagery of a rock a river a tree Angelou challenges us all to work for unity and peace. The music ranges from an energetic percussive pulse (rock) that utilizes plastic buckets played throughout the ensemble to a flowing chorale theme (river) that's heard near the beginning and again at the end. Throughout the piece grows and intensifies (tree) as various musical elements are combined and varied. Dramatic music with important cross-curricular opportunities! Dur: 4:10

Thanks in part to a hot recording by Michael Bublé this familiar melody from The Pink Panther has enjoyed renewed popularity. This exciting version for the concert stage features a driving Latin pulse powerful brass riffs andrhythmic energy throughout. Sure to be a fun and entertaining number. It Had Better Be Tonight is from the film The Pink Panther and has also been more recently recorded by heart throb Michael Bublé . This exciting version of It Had better Be Tonight expertly arranged by Michael Brown has a fantastic driving Latin pulse powerful brass riffs and rhythmic energy throughout. A show stopper for any concert band.

This 1989 #1 pop hit by Richard Marx will provide a wonderful romantic moment in a Valentine's concert spring concert or any time you need a special expression of love! The background vocals create a warm texture and the melodicphrases will warm the heart! Available separately: SATB a cappella TTBB a cappella. Duration: ca. 3:10.

The pursuit is on! In the compelling style of classic spy music Codebreaker takes your band into the world of intrigue and espionage. Though written for young band Codebreaker s effective orchestration gives it thesophisticated soundand intensity of a much more advanced piece. A non-stop thrill ride full of suspense and adventure! (Grade 2.5) Dur: 2:40 The pursuit is on! In the compelling style of classic spy music Codebreaker takes your band into the world of intrigue and espionage. Though written for young band Codebreakers effective orchestration gives it thesophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. A non-stop thrill ride full of suspense and adventure! (Grade 2.5) Dur: 2:40