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First the groove is established, then the clarinets introduce this familiar melody, followed by the rest of the ensemble joining in, with the percussion and low brass rocking in the background. A wond...

Written 60 years ago, this delightful holiday melody has been performed by all the greats including Doris Day, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and a sleigh full of others. Now your first year band stud...

Here's a bright, upbeat march that's perfect for your first spring concert. The contrasting major and minor melodies offer an effective teaching tool. Cape Spear, Newfoundland, is the eastern-most poi...

As the title implies, this march is perfect for your first concert. Using only 6 notes (concert Bb and G), this original piece will make the youngest band sound like professionals. Easy to put togethe...

This sparkling march was written to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the St. Lawrence Seaway in Northern New York State. Syncopated rhythms, catchy melodies and interesting percussion make this...

Autumn is always an exciting time of the year for children as they head back to school and fall sports. For the composer John O'Reilly, autumn is a special time because of the dramatic colors that dot...

Autumn is always an exciting time of the year for children as they head back to school and fall sports. For the composer John O'Reilly, autumn is a special time because of the dramatic colors that dot...

Autumn is always an exciting time of the year for children as they head back to school and fall sports. For the composer John O'Reilly, autumn is a special time because of the dramatic colors that dot...

The classic American Folk Song, Big Rock Candy Mountain, gets a fresh new treatment in this rock style arrangement by John O'Reilly. Simple but effective percussion patterns keep the rock feel going t...

This novel setting of the traditional carol Good King Wenceslas will musically transport you and your students to the royal Christmas banquet hall of a medieval king!The old carol tells the story of a...

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of...

Heavy Metal has the right elements to get young players excited about band! With its driving rock beat, catchy 'hook,' and infectious power chord rhythm, your students will beg you to rehearse it and...

A mysterious opening percussion motif sets the mood in this evocative tone poem written especially to showcase the expressive capabilities of your young band. Featuring haunting Dorian mode melodies,...

A mysterious opening percussion motif sets the mood in this evocative tone poem written especially to showcase the expressive capabilities of your young band. Featuring haunting Dorian mode melodies,...

A mysterious opening percussion motif sets the mood in this evocative tone poem written especially to showcase the expressive capabilities of your young band. Featuring haunting Dorian mode melodies,...

A mysterious opening percussion motif sets the mood in this evocative tone poem written especially to showcase the expressive capabilities of your young band. Featuring haunting Dorian mode melodies,...

Avast me hardies! A high sea adventure is about to unfold. The ship rocks gently as its bell summons all to board. The pirate crew begins singing to pass time as it prepares the ship for a long voyage...

Avast me hardies! A high sea adventure is about to unfold. The ship rocks gently as its bell summons all to board. The pirate crew begins singing to pass time as it prepares the ship for a long voyage...

Take a trip across the desert with this colorful piece for young band as it portrays the adventures of a group of wandering nomads. The percussion section provides the strong rhythm featuring the timp...

Take a trip across the desert with this colorful piece for young band as it portrays the adventures of a group of wandering nomads. The percussion section provides the strong rhythm featuring the timp...

Take a trip across the desert with this colorful piece for young band as it portrays the adventures of a group of wandering nomads. The percussion section provides the strong rhythm featuring the timp...

A catchy melody, easy accidentals, contrasting dynamics, staccato & legato playing, active low-brass parts and a snare drum solo are all included in this first march for young performers. Destined to...

Introduced with a bold beginning, Ovation transitions to a charming melodic interlude and then builds to a dynamic conclusion. Scored in A-B-A form with a constant pulse, this Michael Story compositio...

Conclude your beginning band concert with Michael Story's Freedom Finale , a patriotic fantasia which includes four popular themes: 'America the Beautiful,' 'Chester,' 'America (My Country 'Tis of The...