Music Works Grade 2

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam ski...

Written for the Temecula Middle School Band (CA), this vibrant work features sophisticated sounds expertly scored for young players. The dramatic opening statement is followed by an exciting and rhyth...

Using excerpts from the first and third movements, but still maintaining the formal and harmonic integrity of the original, this adaptation allows even middle school players to experience the unforget...

In boxing, the term seconds out refers to the moment when coaches and trainers (or seconds) must be out of the ring, leaving the competitors alone to face the competition. In a similar vein, this comp...

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, this medley of Civil War-era tunes is cast in a unique and appealing setting for young bands. The Girl I Left Behind Me (tin whistles a...

Even though the ranges and rhythms are quite modest in this beautiful lyric piece for young bands, there is a wealth of musicality to be learned and enjoyed. Delicate and sensitive in the beginning, t...

In July 1969, Apollo 11 completed its mission to the moon and Neil Armstrong made his famous proclamation 'That's one small step... ' as he stepped out onto the lunar surface. Michael Oare's descripti...

In July 1969, Apollo 11 completed its mission to the moon and Neil Armstrong made his famous proclamation That's one small step... as he stepped out onto the lunar surface. Michael Oare's descriptive...

Myths and legends of dragons have stirred our imaginations down through the ages. Between Earth and Sky is a programmatic work opening with mystical strains and haunting melodies. The pace quickens as...

Inspired by that quality of humanity allowing us to adapt and persevere in the face of the challenges brought on by the pandemic, Resilience is a celebratory piece that commemorates everyone's efforts...

Inspired by that quality of humanity allowing us to adapt and persevere in the face of the challenges brought on by the pandemic, Resilience is a celebratory piece that commemorates everyone's efforts...

This inventive and entertaining piece is a mash-up of two entirely different music styles - Renaissance music and classic horror music. Danger is afoot! Shakespeare, armed with only his quill, must st...

This inventive and entertaining piece is a mash-up of two entirely different music styles - Renaissance music and classic horror music. Danger is afoot! Shakespeare, armed with only his quill, must st...

Filled with tuneful melodies and an energetic lilt throughout, Cloud Dancing is sure to have great appeal for students as well as audiences. There is a wealth of teachable elements as well; developing...

Italy is known for a symphonic march style rather than the more traditional military style. Johnnie Vinson's Italia features broad sweeping melodies, a nice variety of scoring textures, and a moderate...