Festive Traditions, Vol. 2 is a collection of 4 short, masterfully crafted Christmas arrangements for brass band - Adeste Fidelis, Lo How a Rose, Good King Wenceslas, and Carol of the Bells - that are perfect for any number of settings.
Grade Level: 4…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Roger Cichy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Group Dynamics is a high energy melodic rock chart that features the guitarist in your band in a nod to the famous Pat Metheny Group. Hittin' hard from the outset, this chart also provides great opportunities to show off a strong drummer as well, both with…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Ric Flauding
Publisher:
Baker's Jazz And More
Here for Now combines elements of samba and jazz along with terrain familiar to steel band composition; virtuosic passages in the lead pans, melodic variations in the lower voices, and plenty of syncopated unison ensemble moments.Program NotesHere for Now was…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Patrick Fitzgibbon
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Brass Band
Think of the three wise men entering the town of Bethlehem, some say in ships, others say on camels. Whatever the case, from the opening horn fanfare to the lilting tune this arrangement for brass band adds a bit of color and humor to the…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Michael Halstenson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Ellie's Lullaby
In Spite of it All was completed in the spring of 2020 and is a lullaby inspired by a new kitten the composer had fostered. The piece is intended for intermediate to advanced performers and gives the opportunity to explore the marimba's…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Robert Clayson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
(The Great Serpent)
Jörmungandr is an exciting piece for string orchestra and drum set that explores themes of Norse mythology. Using a variety of extended techniques for strings, double-bass drum patterns on the drum set, and a multitude of heavy metal…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
James D. Doyle
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In Trinidad, those musicians who devotes themselves to the practice and performance of the steel drums are said to be “pan-jumbies.” This African derived word refers to the spirit of this music that captivates listeners and drives musicians to the point of…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Patrick Fitzgibbon
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A straight-ahead swinger, Jumpin’ June (named after a favorite granddaughter) features the sax section, a rollicking bari sax solo, short piano solo, and ends with a crisp shout chorus. Fun to play!Program NotesJumpin’ June is a quick, straight-ahead swinger…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Patrick Thompson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Percussion Ensemble
This arrangement of one of Debussy's most well-known works utilizes nine percussionists to represent the cathedral’s mystical image. The chosen instrumentation expands upon the spectrum of colors which embodies the sounds of the…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Claude Debussy, Jacob Kight
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Concert Band
Lift Every Voice and Sing is an uplifting and joyous setting of this historic anthem. The arrangement features the saxophone section and solo sections for alto saxophone. Colorful scoring and varied textures make this a beautiful work for any…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Greg Danner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications