The title says it all…this is truly A Crash Course in the Blues! Very well marked articulations, excellent rhythm section writing, solid scoring and idiomatic blues licks in the Brass and Saxes combine for a chart that will give any group a great start in…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Doug Beach, George Shutack
Publisher: Kendor Music Publishing
The unmistakable harmonic palate of composer Kris Berg shines in this lush ballad that showcases a Trumpet soloist on the first section of the melody with the full ensemble blending in for the rest of the chart. The ever-shifting harmony and flowing lines…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Kris Berg
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Festive and fun, composer David Hind’s Festive Carousel is a wonderful addition to any concert program. Work on articulations and delicate entrances with this energetic new work for string orchestra.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright: 2020 Series: Harmony String…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: David L. Hinds
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
From a breathy tenor sax solo to the wailing climax from the whole band tutti before the bass and piano sign off with their own little moment at the end, widely contrasting dynamics and a demand for courageous but precise and articulate playing, this chart…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Roger Schmidli
Publisher: Brolga Music
A Grainger Threesome is a Grade 3, well-suited for the mature junior high or high school band. The 5-minute arrangement includes Children's March, Lezzie Lindasy, and As Sally Sat A-Weepin'.Program NotesChildren’s March is one of the greatest of Percy…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Grainger, C. Ragsdale
Publisher: Aux Arcs Music
A beautifully expressive composition loosely based on an old Irish Air. The beautiful motifs and interesting harmonic progressions make this a lyrical work that will stretch the musicianship of your players.
Grade Level: 3.5 Copyright: 2019 Series: Rhapsody…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Tyler Arcari
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
A Jingle Fantasy, arranged by David Hinds uses the modernized version of Jingle Bells as the basis for this work. Intended for use for Christmas or Winter concerts.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2021 Series: Intermezzo String Orchestra Series Programming: Holiday…
Style: String Orchestra
Composer: David L. Hinds
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Carol Brittin Chambers has quickly become one of the top composers of music for younger students with engaging music that stretches their musical chops, but is fun to play. This piece is at times tuneful and other times dark and rich for great musical…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Carol Brittin Chambers
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
Just as the title says, this original work is uplifting and jubilant. Beginning bands will enjoy many opportunities to expand their musicianship, including meter changes, harmonies, reinforcing concert E-flat, and a wide range of dynamics and articulations.…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Carol Brittin Chambers
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
One of Australia’s greatest entertainers, the late Ricky May, often used the expression to an audience to acknowledge his band “How about a little bit of sugar for the band?”. This piece is in fond memory of Ricky and how great would it be for any one back…
Style: Jazz Ensemble
Composer: Daryl McKenzie
Publisher: Brolga Music