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TRACK 1 1. Introduction TRACK 2 Symphonic Band Grade 5 Journey James Curnow James Curnow’s uplifting new work for the mature band makes the most of thrilling momentum, masterful counterpoint, rich colors and strong melodic contours. Mr. Curnow’s commanding development of thematic ideas is exceptional. As james curnow the concepts merge in the finale section, the piece reaches the highest levels of the symphonic band art. Performance piece, player’s piece, study piece, and more – it’s all here! If your band can play at this level you MUST take a look. Dur: 9:15 44007695 Score and Parts .....................................................$85.00 44007696 Score ....................................................................$15.00 Concert Band Grade 4 TRACK 5 Grade 3-3 1/2 The Gales of November James L. Hosay Grand and expansive in sound, this major work for Grade 3 band will be an excellent centerpiece for your maturing band’s next performance. The orchestration abounds with wonderful contrasts, letting you show the many colors your band can produce. Appropriate areas of rest for each section allow you to program this work anywhere on your concert without fear of overtiring the players. Dur: 5:00 44007679 Score and Parts .....................................................$65.00 44007680 Score ....................................................................$10.00 TRACK 6 Welsh Rhapsody arr. James Curnow This comely grouping of Welsh folk songs is perfect as the lighter selection in your concert. The expressive and accessible arrangement skillfully crafted for the Grade 3 group is full of “teachable moments” for the musicians. The music of Wales is legendary for its beauty and expressive nature, so even bands that normally play more difficult music should take a look. Dur: 3:50 44007683 Score and Parts .....................................................$60.00 44007684 Score ....................................................................$10.00 TRACK 3 TRACK 7 Splashes of Gold James L. Hosay This extraordinary celebration of rhythm and sound is infused with relentless energy from start to finish. For the band that can play at this level, this is an experience you mustn’t miss. James L. Hosay has crafted a remarkable composition that will take your band to vigorous new heights. Dur: 6:50 44007689 Score and Parts .....................................................$70.00 44007690 Score ....................................................................$15.00 TRACK 4 Christmas Travelogue arr. James Curnow What a great energetic way to open your Christmas concert and bring focus to the joyful sounds of the season! Themes from Spain, Czechoslovakia, Poland, England and France lead us on a delightful Christmas tour, and James Curnow’s outstanding orchestration technique ensures that everyone has rewarding parts to play. You’ll enjoy the melodic twists and turns as the consistent unifying tempo charges implacably toward the exciting finale. Dur: 2:40 44007691 Score and Parts .....................................................$60.00 44007692 Score ......................................................................$7.50 Of Barges and Boats arr. Stephen Bulla This swinging setting of one of America’s great old tunes, Of Barges and Boats is a guaranteed crowd pleaser! Intriguing harmonies are a hallmark of this remarkable arrangement by Stephen Bulla, and you know the band will love playing in this Stephen Bulla easy-flowing and natural rhythmic style. While it will spark up any spot on your concert program, consider using it for a new and different type of closer. This is a great tie-in with American history & geography. Dur: 2:35 44007687 Score and Parts .....................................................$60.00 44007688 Score ......................................................................$7.50 TRACK 8 Wondrous Star arr. Timothy Johnson Whether a powerful opener or a thrilling centerpiece, this stirring new arrangement of “We Three Kings” maintains relentless momentum. Melodic and orchestrational surprise after surprise unfolds. Timothy Johnson gives this delightful old favorite an entirely new wardrobe in an arrangement that bears great gifts for the musicians and the audience alike. Dur: 3:00 44007681 Score and Parts .....................................................$60.00 44007682 Score ......................................................................$7.50 12
TRACK 9 TRACK 13 Nicaea William Himes We always look forward to the new composition from the creative mind of William Himes. This rich, modern interpretation of the age-old melody “Holy, Holy, Holy” is another fine example of Mr. Himes’ genius for finding beautiful new ways to express enduring ideas through the composer’s art. Dur: 5:00 44007685 Score and Parts .....................................................$60.00 44007686 Score ......................................................................$7.50 Young Band Grade 2 1/2 Wassail! arr. James Curnow Bring something different to your holiday concert this year with this richly contrasting medley of wassailing songs that hearken back to the close of the Middle Ages. Ancient melodies in medley carefully arranged for the Grade 2 band make this an effective choice for your holiday festivities. Concluding with the ever popular “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” this delightful grouping of carols will work anywhere in the performance, even as the closer. Dur: 3:20 44007673 Score and Parts .....................................................$50.00 44007674 Score ......................................................................$7.50 Grade 2 TRACK 10 TRACK 14 Ice Breaker (Concert March) James L. Hosay It’s always a treat when James L. Hosay introduces a new concert march. He brings fresh ideas to the form in surprising ways. In Ice Breaker, the opening is a force of nature that leads to a highly charged James L. Hosay and punctuated main theme. Key and harmonic relationships creatively reshape and renew the core ideas, following a relentless path to the stirring conclusion. A bold new perspective! Dur: 3:20 44007675 Score and Parts .....................................................$50.00 44007676 Score ......................................................................$5.00 TRACK 11 Legend of Phantom Canyon James Curnow The exciting and the mysterious combine in unforeseen ways as we traverse the enigma of Colorado’s Phantom Canyon. A provocative and unusual kind of music for the younger band to explore, your musicians will find this new composition to be compelling and satisfying to play. There is also lots of potential for working with the history and geography departments with this one. Lots of color and interesting melodic cross-relations make this a great teaching piece as well as an audience favorite. Dur: 3:10 44007663 Score and Parts .....................................................$45.00 44007664 Score ......................................................................$7.50 Rogue River Saga Timothy Johnson Follow the historic Rogue River from its headwaters in Oregon to the mighty Pacific! The serenity of the mountain snowmelt gives way to energetic rapids and then to the greater expanse and power of the lower river. This work has lots of potential for co-curricular study with history and geography. It will be an accessible challenge for the maturing young band, rewarding each section with integral and expressive parts to play. Dur: 4:15 44007671 Score and Parts .....................................................$55.00 44007672 Score ......................................................................$7.50 TRACK 12 The Quest William Himes A major new piece for this level, The Quest is an uplifting thematic canvas that challenges and inspires. Dynamic power, endearing lyricism, divergent rhythmic interplay and bold unison statements all contrast to create a rich and triumphant performance experience for your band. There is much to explore in this enticing new work. Dur: 5:30 44007677 Score and Parts .....................................................$55.00 44007678 Score ......................................................................$7.50 TRACK 15 For Liberty and Unity Timothy Johnson Explore the history and beauty of West Virginia with this exciting new overture. The powerful opening takes us to a flowing, expressive contrast section that lets you show the lyrical side of your band. The exciting accelerando lifts the piece to a Timothy Johnson majestic finale. Work with the history faculty to create a unit on the history of West Virginia’s founding. Concert or contest, your audience will enjoy this one. Dur: 4:00 44007667 Score and Parts .....................................................$50.00 44007668 Score ......................................................................$7.50 TRACK 16 Gothic Legend James L. Hosay Mysterious and unique! Creeping footsteps and distant shadows; menacing melodies in a dark mode; rhythmic intensity and dynamic excitement – all combine to make Gothic Legend a piece that will keep your audience on the edge of their seats. There is no doubt that your musicians will love playing this spooky and different piece. Dur: 3:30 44007669 Score and Parts .....................................................$50.00 44007670 Score ......................................................................$7.50 13
Page 2 and 3: 1. Introduction Gr a d e 5 2. Gayan
Page 4 and 5: TRACK 1 TRACK 5 2 Introduction TRAC
Page 6 and 7: Grade 4 continued TRACK 15 Commando
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Page 18 and 19: Symphonic Band Grade 5 Concert Band
Page 20 and 21: Young Band c o n t i n u e d Grade
Page 22 and 23: Resources Meredith Music c o n t i
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