Band

A defining moment in American history, the tragic battle of Gettysburg is now recognized as a turning point in the Civil War. However, in its time it served to confirm the realization throughout both North and South that this war was being pursued at almost incalculable human cost. It was this lamentable backdrop that inspired one of our nation's most stirring and memorable speeches, Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Here is a stirring setting for band with optional narration that will prove to be a powerful statement on your next concert. There are clear opportunities for cross-curricular study with U.S. history.

Perfect for that first festival experience or as a graduation processional/recessional, the regal quality of Heroic Fanfare and March fits the young wind ensemble to a T. Appropriate ranges and a stately tempo mean you will be able to prepare this majestic statement in a reasonable amount of time, even if, like so many young bands, you get only one or two rehearsals per week.

Angular and energetic! The driven tempo and constantly changing meters create an unrelenting rhythmic masterpiece from a few well-developed fragments. John Fannin's command of orchestration ensures that you can find balance and blend in a maelstrom of activity. This one will leave your audience breathless. It's challenging, and worth it! Dur: 3:00

Joseph Turrin has composed music for a surprisingly wide variety of genres, including film, theatre, choral, solo vocal, instrumental chamber, wind band, brass band, brass ensemble, solo instrumental, symphony orchestra, and chamber orchestra. In addition to his success as a composer Turrin is an accomplished conductor, pianist, and teacher, having conducted the Pittsburgh, Baltimore, New Orleans, Detroit, and New Jersey Symphonies. Many renowned musicians and ensembles have commissioned works by, and collaborated with Turrin. Hope Alive delivers the lyrics ofHeather Anne Stanig; None remains by the distant spirit of Hope. An inspirational selection arranged for SATB choir and Grade 4 concert band.

The mysterious and exotic minor key opening theme will intrigue your young musicians. A sparkling and unique allegro section gives this piece a musical character unlike any other. Javaleon sounds far more mature than it plays, remaining entirely accessible to the grade 1 1/2 band. Once your musicians are familiar with it they'll want to play it again and again. Explore the unique history and geography of Spain.