Young Band Series - Grade 2 - 2+

Program selections and contest/festival literature.

RHAPSODIE NOEL
– arr. Douglas Akey.

Different moods of the holiday season are portrayed in this arrangement of four old Christmas melodies - the 14th century German carol, "Resonet In Laudibus" (Resounding With Praise), a 13th century plainsong chant, "Divinum Mysterium" (Divine Mystery), the French carol "Angels We Have Heard On High" and "In The Bleak Midwinter," first harmonized by Gustav Holst. [ca. 4:00]
Q883103 - Set with Score - $55.00
Q883104 - Extra Full Score - $6.50

RIO BRAVO (Concert March)
– John Edmondson.

Individual Sets are no longer available.
Q883068 - Extra Full Score - $6.00

SATIE: THREE GYMNOPEDIES
– arr. Anne McGinty.

This tranquil French work by Erik Satie, with its simple yet eloquent melodies and quasi-modal harmonies, has been sensitively arranged by this most skillful writer of outstanding works for young band. Ideal for adding contrast and elegance to any program! [ca. 6:40]
Q883069 - Set with Score - $52.00
Q883070 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

SHILOH CANYON FANTASY
– Douglas Akey.

Individual Sets are no longer available.
Q883010 - Extra Full Score - $6.50

SILESIAN FOLK SONG
– arr. John Edmondson.

This setting of a familiar European folk song, best known in the U.S. as "Fairest Lord Jesus," features a set of three harmonic variations that builds to a glorious musical climax. This arrangement will work well as a warm up selection for festival or contest, or as a contrasting multi-cultural selection on your next concert. [ca. 3:24}
Q883143 - Set with Score - $50.00
Q883144 - Extra Conductor - $7.00

SPARTAN CENTENNIAL (CONCERT MARCH)
– John Edmondson

A fitting tribute to school music, this thrilling march was written to commemorate the first band program in the country, begun 100 years ago in Connersville, Indiana. Easily prepared, this is that rare march that sounds harder than it really is.  The dean of composers for young band scores again!
Q883153 - Set with Score - $55.00
Q883154 - Extra Full Score - $7.00

SPIRIT!
– Douglas Akey.

This joyful and spirited overture features melodic inventiveness, rhythmic vitality and bright instrumental colors. A compelling work that is a must for any concert or festival! [4:55]
Q883109 - Set with Score - $60.00
Q883110 - Extra Full Score - $6.50

SUITE MODALE
– Anne McGinty.

Each of the three movements (Allegro ritmico, Flowing, Allegro con brio) is based on a different mode or combination of modes, giving this composition a unique sound and style. An important work for concerts, contests and festivals by this outstanding writer. [4:55]
Q883011 - Set with Score - $40.00
Q883012 - Extra Full Score - $6.50

THE SUN-GOD CEREMONY
– Anne McGinty.

This evocative work musically depicts legendary Etowah Indian ceremony of the chief priest welcoming the sun. This colorful and contemplative piece is multicultural in concept and requires a general flexibility in tempo that will develop your band's skill in phrasing and musicality. Dramatic! [ca.3:45]
Q883111 - Set with Score - $45.00
Q883112 - Extra Full Score - $6.00

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