Paul Lavender

Karl Jenkins' dramatic work (originally for chorus and orchestra) is bursting with rhythmic energy and adapts ideally for strings and percussion. Here's an opportunity for your string orchestra to per...

Paul Lavender arranged the third movement (Allegro Assai) of the popular Symphonic Dances by Sergey Rachmaninoff for wind orchestra. He successfully managed to apply the original's dynamics and drama...

Although Mussorgsky's much-loved Pictures at an Exhibition is often enjoyed in its original solo piano version, it is perhaps best known through its famous orchestration by Maurice Ravel, who masterfu...

Although Mussorgsky's much-loved Pictures at an Exhibition is often enjoyed in its original solo piano version, it is perhaps best known through its famous orchestration by Maurice Ravel, who masterfu...

Performer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 34)

A simple Island-style tune featuring pizzicato playing.

Taken from his own concert suite (dedicated to Leonard Bernstein) of his film score, Copland's own words best describe the musical approach to 'Grover's Corners'. He explained, 'For the film version,...

Here is an exciting yet playable version of this great Latin chart by John La Barbera. Surprisingly true to the original as it employs some fiery, samba-like writing, this is sure to be a hit.

En 2007 se cumplió el 50 aniversario de West Side Story, considerada por muchos la mayor contribución de Broadway al arte, así como la obra más memorable del legendario compositor Leonard Bernstein. L...

The year 2007 marked the 50th anniversary of West Side Story, considered by many to be Broadway's greatest contribution to the arts, as well as the most memorable work from legendary composer Leonard...

Master Level (correlates with Book 2, p. 32)The sounds of the old west come alive in this exciting arrangement by Paul Lavender. Effectively scored for all sections, your players will have a blast pla...

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11). Paul has skillfully arranged this stadium anthem so that even beginning bands can rock on. What a great motivational tool for your young players!

Everybody's favorite sports anthem! Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five par...

Made famous by the group Santana, this is Latin/Rock at its best. Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentatio...

Bring the sounds of Gene Krupa and the big band era to life again with Paul Lavender's nostalgic arrangement of this classic from the '40s. Includes a flexible solo section and optional whistling on t...

Paul has taken the famous Les Brown version and adapted it for younger groups. The authentic style of the original is still there in this classy arrangement of a classic from the swing era.

Mix and match these iconic John Williams themes for your next parade. Including interchangeable drum cadences, parade prep has never been easier or more entertaining. Includes shortened versions of St...

A concert/production with lots of energy that younger players can handle. Easy solos are written out for building confidence.

Using brash open harmonies and bold tutti rhythms, Paul has created a powerful-sounding work for beginners to sink their teeth into. Using only quarter and half notes, this is sure to sound great with...