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Carmine Pastore's simple hymn, 'A Call for Peace' is dedicated to the year 2000. In his lyrical work, 'A Call for Peace', the composer expresses his hope that, with the turn of the millenium, the glob...

Based on the African-American spiritual 'Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit', Feel the Spirit captures the essence of the traditional spiritual. These songs were created by African-Americans oppressed by sl...

Based on the African-American spiritual 'Ev'ry Time I Feel the Spirit', Feel the Spirit captures the essence of the traditional spiritual. These songs were created by African-Americans oppressed by sl...

The traditions of Christmas hymns and carols reach virtually around the world. Stephen Bulla's Russion Carol Variations is based on a jubilant Russian folk melody. Allow the music to conjure an imagin...

Kum Ba Yah is one of the most popular and loved of all American folk songs. It is sung in places of worship, around campfires and at social gatherings all over the world. This bright and happy arrange...

Kum Ba Yah is one of the most popular and loved of all American folk songs. It is sung in places of worship, around campfires and at social gatherings all over the world. This bright and happy arrange...

Kum Ba Yah is one of the most popular and loved of all American folk songs. It is sung in places of worship, around campfires and at social gatherings all over the world. This bright and happy arrange...

An important part of our Essentials of Musicianship Series, Scale Studies for Band is designed to be used as an instructional aid during your normal daily practice. Written so that the scale studies c...

Now your pre-Grade 1 band can honor these African-American heroes of World War II with their performance of TUSKEGEE AIRMEN. Carefully scored with very limited brass ranges and flute parts which avoid...

Beginners love the feeling that they're playing real music, even at that first winter performance. These simple arrangements of well-known carols let your students do just that - and the suite format...

An exciting concert opener to thrill audience and musicians alike. The energetic opening and robust theme make a strong statement as you kick off your young band concert.

This lighthearted piece is ideal for the Grade 1 band. Repeated notes in a sequential melody, simple counterpoint between the Woodwinds and Trumpets, interesting use of common Auxiliary Percussion ins...

Lighthearted and ideal for the Grade 1 band. Repeated notes in a sequential melody, simple counterpoint between the woodwinds and trumpets, interesting use of common auxiliary percussion instruments,...

Just right for the encore march at your next young band concert, or anywhere a bright march is appropriate. Some carefully chosen accidentals keep things interesting, but no more than one or two for a...

This charming piece combines a brisk, cheery melody with delightful harmonies. All parts are skillfully tailored to the specific needs of the Grade 1 band, and your students will particularly love the...

This skillful arrangement by James Curnow of Haydn's Gypsy Rondo allows your band to explore 18th-century music and the classic style (including the study of form with its ABACA construction). Playing...

This stunning arrangement based on Away in a Manger, though Grade 1, will be fulfilling even for groups at higher levels with its gorgeous harmonies and gentle developments.

The relaxed, familiar melody coupled with interesting and accessible parts throughout the ensemble make this one perfect for the 'light concert or Latin' segment of your next concert. Consider having...

The relaxed, familiar melody coupled with interesting and accessible parts throughout the ensemble make this one perfect for the light concert segment of your next event. Consider having your students...

This impressive yet easy contemporary piece makes young musicians sound beyond their years. The rhythmic ostinato at the beginning gives the impression of a complex meter, while what the young musicia...