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Playing one wrong note can ruin the performance of a piece, right? Well, composer Thomas Duffy actually wants the performers to make mistakes in this clever composition! The precise imprecision comes to life as students are asked to intentionally play wrong notes in various parts of the march. After performing this work, you and your students will never look at “perfection” the same way again! (Includes score, parts and CD-ROM.)

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This striking orchestration of the Northern Irish melody that underlies the song “Danny Boy” offers intermediate bands an opportunity to explore the tune's soaring beauty through colorful phrasing and rich harmonic motion. The melody is passed around to each section, creating a true ensemble work. (3:20)

Young-at-heart moviegoers of all ages have been treated to the masterful movie themes of John Williams for decades. Here is a magnificent collection of some of his most memorable melodies from the silver screen. Includes: Prologue from Hook, Theme from E.T., Hedwig's Theme and Raiders March.

The recent Broadway musical All Shook Up features an entertaining story and music made famous by Elvis Presley. Fast-paced and loaded with well-known hits, this medley includes All Shook Up, Blue Suede Shoes, Can't Help Falling in Love, C'mon Everybody, Heartbreak Hotel, It's Now or Never, Jailhouse Rock, and Love Me Tender.

Ludwig Classic Band Library. Grade 3. This classic of the Ludwig Music library is a wonderful reworking of one of Richard Strauss' lovely and haunting early art songs. The wind band arrangement is extremely respectful of the original work and strives to maintain the importance of the beautiful melodic line.

Here is the first published work for young band from award-winning composer Michael Daugherty! Describing a stretch of Interstate 75 that crosses through Florida's Everglades National Park, Alligator Alley celebrates this noble beast that has remained largely unchanged from prehistoric times. The first theme (“Alligator's Theme”) features the woodwinds (predominantly bassoons) while the second theme (“Hunter's Theme”) is performed by the brass. Program notes and staging suggestions are included in this marvelously descriptive work. (4:30)

Scotland’s greatest storyteller, Robert Burns, was born in Alloway, near Ayr in 1759, and died in 1796. This arrangement of three of his best songs includes an optional part for speaker (Scots accent preferred!) The first song is a portrait of Duncan Gray, who rides into the village to woo Maggie. After some initial misgivings on Maggie’s part, wedding bells are in the air, and both live happily ever after. The second portrait is of Mary Campbell, who lies asleep by the gently flowing Afton Water. This is one of the most beautiful of Burns’ settings, and in this arrangement the flugel horn is featured. The final song, The Devil’s awa wi th’ Exciseman, sees the scourge of the village, the customs man, spirited away by the Devil in a flurry of dust and hooves. They leave behind some very happy villagers who waste no time in celebrating their good fortune with jigs, drums and fun galore.

Amazing Grace is one of the world's most love hymn tunes and this glorious arrangement is sure to be popular with players and audiences alike. Beautifully crafted, and eloquently scored, this reflective, yet powerful arrangement builds to a glorious climax perfectly blending the traditional melody with sumptuous new harmonies. Duration: 3:00 American Grade 3

After he had survived a heavy sea storm, John Newton (1725-1807), captain of a slave ship, became a priest and from then on he fought for the abolition of slavery. During his tenure he wrote several hymns, of which Amazing Grace certainly is the best known. The melody assumedly derives from a song by the African slaves. Takashi Hoshide has written a compelling arrangement of this beautiful melody. American Grade 3 Duration: 5:10

Ken Burns has created another masterpiece with his PBS series on World War II entitled The War. Here is the moving anthem featured throughout the series in a touching setting for band.

This beautifully constructed tone poem features a memorable lyric melody stated first by the horns and clarinets, and later by a trumpet duet accompanied by the brass section. Johnnie uses a nice blend of lighter textures with the woodwinds prominent, alternating with fuller sections voiced for the entire ensemble. This touching composition is carefully paced and masterfully scored. Dur: 4:00

Master composer Claude T. Smith graced the band world with many wonderful pieces, and this classic continues to be one of his most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic vitality and harmonic devices that still sound fresh today. The contrasting Andante segment is lush and tender before returning to the fast main theme. A rewarding composition not to be overlooked! Duration: 5:00

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featuring Dixieland Band

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Band director and radio presenter Yutaka Nishida hails from Tokyo and has long been a friend of composer Philip Sparke. As well as conducting bands and teaching, he also presents a weekly two-hour music programme, focusing on both brass and concert bands, on the Japanese national radio station, Digital Radio Musicbird.The programme is called The Bandwagon and the radio station commissioned Philip Sparke to write a march which could be used as a theme tune for the programme. The result is this bright and breezy march in simple ABA form. Duration: 2:45 American Grade 3

Includes: Be Our Guest; Beauty and the Beast; Belle; Gaston; Something There.

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Here's the Latin/Rock hit recorded by the Baha Men from the wildly popular movie “Shrek.” With an infectious groove and catchy melodies, this is a must for any “pops” concert.

This fun medly includes: Itsy Bitsie Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini, Barbara Ann, Califoria Dreamin', Good Lovin', Surf City, and Wipe Out.

Epic films almost always include a memorable score or theme that lives on and on. John Higgins has created a spectacular showcase for concert band spotlighting several musical icons from Hollywood history. Included are: Theme From “Lawrence Of Arabia”; The River Kwai March; The John Dunbar Theme; Somewhere, My Love; and The Exodus Song.

What a way to open any concert. The Black Horse Troopis one of John Philip Sousa?s best known marches and was described by the great Frederick Fennell as ?a regimental march of classic content and proportions,one which serves as a model for all that are similar to it ...? Duration: 3:30

In this unusual work for band, the composer describes the programmatic scenario as follows: “Alien beings arrive on Earth and gather for a ceremony meant to simulate a human religious service. However, the human observers soon realize the visitors' intent is not benign and quickly flee for their lives.” With movement titles like 18 Modules, Alien Chorale and Run!, you know you are in for a unique musical experience! Duration: 4:05

This classic from the rock group Queen has made a huge comeback in the hit movie, 'Wayne's World.' You're students will love playing this unique rhapsody that combines classical and rock styles

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Featuring some of the best-known showstoppers ever to hit the bright lights, here is a well paced and skillfully written number sure to please just about any audience. Includes: Comedy Tonight, Everything's Coming Up Roses, and There's No Business Like Show Business.

(You Really Got Me; A Groovy Kind of Love; For Your Love; Mellow Yellow; Michelle)

Three memorable songs from legendary shows are combined in this splashy new medley from Paul Murtha. Your band will enjoy the classic “showbiz” style of these energy-charged stage tunes. Includes: Luck Be A Lady (Guys and Dolls), Mame, and Cabaret.

The Camelot Chronicles is a series of contrasting musical tableaux, each describing the famous characters from the Arthurian legend. No one knows exactly where Camelot was situated (favourite choices are Tintagel and Glastonbury) but the story has passed into legend and is the subject of many poems and novels, each of which have clouded the truth and added to the mystery. Let Philip Sparke's music inspire your band with this magical tale. Duration 8:20

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from The Lion King

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One of the most recognizable of all Duke Ellington tunes, this distinctive composition combines the styles of Latin and big band jazz. Richard Saucedo gives this classic an impressive new setting for concert band.

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American Grade 3 Duration 4:00 mins

Carole King practically owned the radio airwaves in the early '70s with her easy flowing songs and heartfelt performances. This medley of mega-hits includes I Feel the Earth Move, It's Too Late, You've Got a Friend, and Jazzman. Duration: 6:00

Recorded in 1977 by the group Kansas, this mega-hit helped define a genre of progressive rock anthems with multiple sections and styles. The unmistakable signature riffs and soaring melodies translate nicely in this concert arrangement for band.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical sensation CATS has given us some of the most exhilerating songs in musical theater today. Johnnie Vinson's flair for writing accessible arrangements for younger players makes this medley a guaranteed success. Includes: Overture, Jellicle Songs For Jellicle Cats, The Old Gumbie Cat, Memory, Mr. Mistoffelees, and Addressing Of Cats

John Zdechlik has brought the magic of the band standard Chorale And Shaker Dance to an intermediate level with this arrangement of the original. 

This poignant and moving work musically tells the tale of a chorus of angels (chorus angelorum) as they accompany two souls to the next world. Composed as a memorial piece, the music evolves from the initial “angels' song,” their journey to heaven, and their return to comfort those who mourn. The voice parts (performed on a synthesizer or by real voices) add an ethereal quality to this wonderful work. Duration: 6:25

This new movie brings the classic tale by C.S. Lewis ot the big screen in spectacular fashion, and is destined to become the next great fantasy epic. The sweeping soundtrack by Harry Gregson-Williams is captured beautifully in this powerful medley for band by Paul Murtha. Scheduled for release Febraury 2006

(Alegria; Alone; O; Kunya Sobé)

(Euphonium/Baritone solo)

Clouds That Sail in Heaven is a concert fanfare based on the hymn All Creatures of Our God and King. Short strands of this famous melody are combined to form intricate and expressive textures, and the fanfare is punctuated with exciting syncopated figures and bold percussion scoring. Kick off your next concert with this grand opener

Inspired by visits to the Grand Canyon, USA. A three movement suite: 1. Fledgling Flight 2. Redwall Canyon and Mather Point.

In Concerto d’Amore, a maestoso opening is followed by a quick and energetic movement that leads to a magnificent adagio. The adagio is just beautiful. A motif from this adagio can be heard in a swinging movement, after which the piece comes to a close with the return of the adagio. This arrangement for concert band certainly brings this beautiful music to life. Condensed Score. Duration: 7:00

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Who could have predicted the success of the TV series The Osbournes? In a strange twist of musical irony, Ozzy's heavy metal anthem was transformed by Pat Boone into a medium swing tune and used as the theme for the show. Here is a fun arrangement for a change of pace on your next concert. Duration: 2:05

(The Eternal Vow; A Wedding Interrupted; Night Fight; A Love Before Time)

From one of the most distinctive movies of 2009 comes the haunting and beautiful soundtrack scoring of acclaimed composer Alexandre Desplat. Duration: 3:50

from The Snow Maiden. Recorded on Polyphonic QPRM147D JOY TO THE WORLD. A full listing of Boosey & Hawkes Wind Band Archive titles is available - click the B& H symbol on the home page.

Dafydd y Gareg Wen. Traditional Welsh Melody. This is an ancient Welsh air that was first published in Relics of the Welsh Bards in 1794. Dafydd (David) Owain was a famous Welsh bard who lived on a farm called Gareg Wen (The White Rock) in Eifionydd, Carnarnvonshire, North Wales. Tradition has it that on his deathbed he called for his harp and composed this lovely melody, requesting that it be played at his funeral. Accordingly, it was later played at the parish church of Ynys-Cynhaiarn. Lyrics were later added by Ceiriog Hughes, which describe the melody's inspiration. This version for concert band retains all the beauty and simplicity of the original.Duration: 2:45

(Mvt. III from the Vaughan Williams Suite)

This three-movement work (ISABELLA, THE QUEEN OF SPAIN * VOYAGE OF THE TALL SHIPS * THE NEW LAND: A CELEBRATION) heralds a tribute to the landing of Columbus on the shores of what is now called North America.

(Mickey Mouse March; Colonel Hathi’s March; Step in time; It’s a Small World; zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah; Supercalifragilistic-expialidocious)

With Disneyland's 50th anniversary celebration in full swing, what could be better than a flashy medley featuring some of the great musical moments associated with this American icon of family entertainment? This fast-paced and terrific-sounding arrangement includes: Fantasmic Main Theme, Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah, It's a Small World, Be Our Guest, A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes, and of course the Mickey Mouse March.

From Andrew Lloyd Webber's powerful opera Evita, here is a marvelous setting of the well-known main song. Written in moderately slow Latin style, this arrangement contains dramatic emotional peaks and a variety of scoring techniques.

Includes: Touch Me; Light My Fire; On the Storm; Hello, I Love You; Love Her Madly)

Even before the blockbuster movie of 2006, this musical was a hit on Broadway. Featuring a driving pulse and memorable tunes, Jay's energetic arrangement includes “Dreamgirls,” “And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going” and “Move (You're Stepping on My Heart).”

Duration: 5:48

This charming and colourful work creates vivid images of Ireland. The rocky coast beckons you toward the ocean and a distant sound directs you to a village where a tin whistle and drumbeat create the music for dance and celebration. The beautiful scenery and peacefulness of this wonderful place come alive in this very accessible work for concert band.

Disney's award-winning motion picture drew blockbuster numbers at the box office in addition to Grammy nominations for the music. This is a classic fairy tale with catchy and melodic tunes portraying the touching story. Includes: True Love's Kiss, Happy Working Song, That's How You Know and Ever Ever After.

Perhaps the quintessential Spanish march is this paso doble composed by Pascual Marquina. Skillfully adapted by John Moss, this arrangement is playable by most groups yet retains the fire and drive of the original version. A wonderful alternative to playing a traditional march. Duration: 3:00

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Recommended! Based on a familiar folk tune, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealling set of variations with an occasional nod to Beethoven, who used the same melody in his Theme and Variations for flute and piano (Op. 107, No. 7). With each variation featuring a different section of the band, this work utilizes a mixture of contrasting meters and styles. Duration: 4:00

FAROESE CIRCLE DANCE originates from the Faroe Islands near Iceland. There, this type of dance can have many hundreds of verses, but Colin Cowles’ witty arrangement is more concise! Performance time 2’40”

August, lebe, lebe, Koenig from Cantata 207a

American Grade 3. Duration: 3:40

Featuring prominent sections of Stravinsky's ballet suite, The Firebird, here is an impressive and beautifully paced setting for younger players. As always with Jay Bocook's transcriptions, this one is carefully constructed to capture the essence of the original, but with practical writing for today's bands. This one gets high marks as a high quality choice

Arguably the most important composition in the history of the modern concert band, here for the first time is an edition adapted for contemporary school band instrumentation! Extreme ranges (particularly in the woodwinds) have been eliminated and the brass scored for 3 trumpets, 2 horns, 2 trombones, baritone and tuba. Robert Longfield has painstakingly maintained the integrity, form and character of Holst's work while making it accessible to younger players. Don't miss this opportunity to provide your students the chance to perform a valuable and fulfilling band classic. (10:45)

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A driving tempo and interesting pulsations make this wonderful piece by Gary Fagan truly attractive. The bright tempo and infections rhythms are really exciting to play - a terrific opener for your next concert!

from 'Braveheart'.. Duration: 4:00

Composed as a celebration of life in memory of a beloved teacher, this tender and heartfelt tone poem is very melodic and tuneful in nature. It focuses on a series of soloistic woodwind lines interspersed with richly scored emotional swells and sustained passages for the brass. Duration: 4:30

This Baroque masterpiece is skillfully adapted for developing bands. Each of Vivaldi's four movements has been scored to preserve the beauty or the original work. Includes: Spring, Winter, Summer, and Autumn,

American Grade 3 Duration 4:34 mins

This celebratory work by Timothy Broege uses alternating fast and slow segments to showcase a variety of coloUrs and contrasting musical styles. The slow sections feature brief solos for alto sax and trumpet, while the fast sections utilize a driving pulse and creative interplay between the winds and percussion. Dynamic contrasts and creative harmonies round out this marvelous work. Dur: 5:40 (Includes full performance CD) Publication Due end January 2007.

Originally written for the '60s television series and currently enjoying renewed popularity thanks to the new movie, here's a solid arrangement of one of the most distinctive spy themes ever written.

This well-known classic has become the standard by which all bossa novas are judged. Flowing melodies and lush harmonies.

Claude Debussy wrote his two books of piano Preludes late in life, between 1909 and 1913. The 12 short pieces in each book display a rich variety of styles, moods and emotions almost a summing up of his compositional output and each has its own evocative title. The Girl with the Flaxen Hair is the 8th Prelude in the 1st book and popular for its emotional depth, despite its technical and harmonic simplicity. Indulge your band with this delightful arrangement.

From the very first Mannheim Steamroller Christmas album (recorded more than 20 years ago) and featuring their signature funky rock style, here is the 'good king' effectively adapted for concert band by Robert Longfield. Your horn section is sure to have fun with this one, as will the percussion section. A great way to shake up your Christmas concert!

“Grandmother Song” is an introduction to the Mohican tradition of “sung syllables,” or what Native Americans call “vocables.” Combining them with traditional wood flute songs, composer Brent Michael Davids offers a fresh look at the “sound” of Native American songs. Band instruments are performed less as musical instruments and more as talking sticks, singing reeds, rustling winds and shooting thunder. Through this beautiful ballad, students are given the materials to understand how Native Americans celebrate the world around them through the blending of words and song. (Includes score and parts.)

Some of the greatest marches from the silver screen are included in this well-paced and powerfully scored medley. Audiences of all ages will enjoy these instantly recogizable themes. Includes: Colonel Hathi's March, Raiders March, The River Kwai March and Star Trek the Motion Picture. 

From the epic comedy/adventure movie The Great Race, Henry Mancini captured the essence of the film's tongue-in-cheek slap-stick style with this terrific razzmatazz march. Including short segments of musical Americana, this is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! duration: 2:15

Written in an invigorating 6/8 style, Henry Mancini's famous movie march will add a spark of life to any concert. Every section of the band gets a chance to shine in this toe-tapper that's sure to become an audience favourite. Scheduled for release February 2006.

Duration 2:45.Simply Classics Grade 3

This piece needs no introduction as it remains one of the most popular classics of all time. Enthuse your performers and audiences alike with this fantastic arrangement of the Handel classic from his masterwork The Messiah. Duration 3:50

The history of the Channel Islands is inextricably linked to the sea and this determined the theme for this composition. The composer is intrigued by man’s fascination with elements of nature (such as the sea, mountains, deserts and deep space), which are both beautiful and dangerous. Bring the power of the sea to your concert with this truly descriptive piece. Duration 7:00

(Suite: Dumbledore’s Army; Another Story; The Room of Requirements; The Sirius Deception)

American Grade 3 Duration 4:30 mins

Britain's singing sensation Imogen Heap has created breathtaking new sounds with her electronically manipulated vocal recordings. Hide and Seek features ethereal moods and rich harmonic textures and adapts wonderfully for band in this haunting and beautiful transcription from Jay Bocook.

American Grade 3. Includes: Start of Something New; Breaking Free; We're All In This Together. Duration: 6:10

This exciting overture opens with a fanfare section that emphasizes the brass and is active rhythmically as well as harmonically. A strong, full sound will result from the richly scored chromatic parallel triads. For musical contrast, the middle section is quasi-rubato and very lyrical, relying mainly on the woodwinds with low brass added later. The transition back to the original rhythmic fanfare is smoothly written and effectively brings the work to a close.

Guaranteed fun is the simple but accurate description of this work featuring Solo Hair Dryer, Blender and Vaucuum Cleaner. Your solosits need no musical training - it's electrifyingly funny!

This perennial dance hit originally recorded by Buster Poindexter is loaded with Latin excitement and rhythmic drive.

This short and lively overture will make a fantastic opening piece for any concert. It begins with the fanfare-like main theme played by the clarinets and saxophones, which is taken up by the whole band. Following a slower central chorale the original tempo returns and the opening fanfares re-appear to bring the piece to a triumphal end. Duration: 5:00 Recorded on Anglo Records AR007-3 Masquerade

From the 1996 movie Space Jam (with Michael Jordan) this familiar power ballad features a dynamic pulse and an uplifting spirit in this solidly scored adaptation by Tim Waters.

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This classic disco hit was released by Gloria Gaynor in 1978. Following massive airplay it reached number one in pop charts around the world and in 1980 received a Grammy for Best Disco Recording. Since then it has appeared in many films and television programs and has been adopted by many causes such as HIV/AIDS awareness and the campaign for women’s rights. It is also the ‘stadium anthem’ for the Dutch football team Feyenoord. Ensure your audience leaves any concert in an upbeat mood with this disco masterpiece. Condensed score. Duration: 3:30

This work, in four continuous sections, depicts the events surrounding the dedication of the Great Temple of Tenochtitlan in 1487 at which 80,000 victims were sacrificed to the Aztec Gods. Great atmospheric writing! Performance time 9:45 Recorded on QPRM150D CHIVALRY, Royal Northern College of Music Wind Orchestra)

Invention For Band is a fantasia, or short overture, in free contrapuntal style. In the opening sections, the principal melody is played by most of the sections of the band with thematic variations. The faster allegro development section begins with a fiery motive that is quickly answered by the low brass and the low reed instruments. The percussion section provides both rhythmic drive and melodic colour with bells, chimes, xylophone and marimba. Emotionally powerful!

Dedicated to the Pan-American Exposition held the summer of 1901 in Buffalo, Sousa himself thought this marvelous 6/8 march was the equal of the more famous Stars and Stripes Forever. Jay Bocook has fashioned this very playable and enjoyable version for the contemporary concert band.

Stephen Bradnum writes … The Irish Blessing is here presented for wind band in what I regard as its 'ideal' scoring. This has been tried and tested in performance, found to be successful, and should be aimed for if possible. Duration: 3:00 American Grade e

First published in 1971, An Irish Rhapsody has become a staple in the literature for young concert bands. It demonstrates Clare Grundman's mastery of orchestration and exceptional treatment of transitions and pacing. Including the folk melodies The Morren (Minstrel Boy), I Know Where I'm Going, ShepherD's Lamb Reel, Cockles and Mussels, The Rakes of Mallow and Kathleen O'More, it is just as fresh-sounding and effective today as it was more than 30 years ago! (Grade 3) (6:45)

Do-wat, do-wat, do-wat, do-wat... the signature riff from Duke Ellington's jazz standard is a great audience pleaser. Easy and fun to play, you can program this great entertainment spot anywhere

It's Not Unusual has been a world-wide hit for Tom Jones. Stefan Schwalgin's arrangement has a big band sound with the soullike singing of the original reflected perfectly in the instrumentation

Everyone will instantly recognise this great patriotic hymn that is often thought of as the second English national anthem. This concert band arrangement by Philip Sparke is sure to be used over and over again at your band’s performances. Your audience will not be able to help themselves from joining in with this rousing song everytime you use it as the final item in any concert. Duration 2:00

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Authentic Big Band swing style music for the concert band! You know this one will be a crowd pleaser, and SO much fun to play! Stephen Bulla works his magic with the great Jazz sounds of the 40s and 50s in such a way that your band will be able to put it together and make it happen. Lots of great jazz style articulation and harmonic considerations ensure that your students are doing more than just playing the piece. They are learning Big Band Jazz style interpretation in the bargain, and loving it as they do. This is a great opportunity to study the historical American roots of Jazz! Duration: 2:21 American Grade 3

John Williams' soaring themes from Stephen Spielberg's blockbuster film are combined in this superb medley for young band by arranger Jay Bocook. Simple, yet imaginative melodies combined with exquisite orchestration make it a joy to perform and hear.

This classic work for young bands has stood the test of time and continues to appear on many state required lists. Based on three American folk songs (The Promised Land, Cindy and I'm Sad and I'm Lonely) it works just well for programming on lighter concerts as it does for contests and festivals. A trusted favorite. (Grade 3) (4:15)

American Grade 3 Duration 7:15 mins

LATIN AMERICAN CONNECTION introduces players to three dance rhythms – the Rumba, the Bossa Nova and the Samba. Performance time 3’30”

A showcase for the percussion section from the acknowledged expert in Latin American music, who was for many years arranger to band-leader Edmundo Ros. Performance time 3’30”

American Grade 3 Duration 5:30 mins

(Soul Man; In the Midnight Hour; (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay; Respect)

(Syncopated Clock; Blue Tango; Bugler’s Holiday)

Duration: 3:48

Michael Sweeney uses When Johnny Comes Marching Home and Battle Cry of Freedom combined with original music to create a dramatic musical montage, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, and now the 200th birthday of Lincoln himself. Dur 4:10

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(What's Up? Hot Pursuit; Car Trouble; Paris Street; Thin Air; Tasmanian Devil; The Merry-Go-Round Broke Down)

Possibly the greatest and best-known movie Love theme of all time, the theme from ‘Love Story’ (subtitled ‘Where Do I Begin’) has become an absolute timeless classic of cinema. Naohiro Iwai has taken this melody and crafted a Jazz harmonic ballad edition featuring many of your band soloists. A definite must for all Film music concerts or for any occasion where romance and love befits. Duration 4:56 mins

A charming lullaby written for the composer’s young daughter. It has short solos for clarinet and alto saxophone and will provide that quiet moment in your concerts. Performance time 4’15”

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The Four Noble Truths are the most basic expression of the teaching of Buddha and therefore still form the guidelines for Buddhists to this day. They concern themselves with Dukkha, which has no exact translation but can mean suffering, stress or sadness etc. Magga is The Noble Truth of the Path Leading to the Cessation of Dukkha - the Fourth Noble Truth - which gives us a description of eight disciplines which can help us eliminate the origins of stress from our lives. Duration 4:40

Here's the exciting Spanish classic made popular by Stan Kenton. This powerful arrangement will add flair and drama to any performance

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