Band

As the title implies, here is a dynamic work for band with plenty of Latin excitement and drive. Contrast and variety is provided in the melodic middle section, then the piece roars to a powerful conclusion. Impressive sounds for young groups! Dur: 2:20 (Grade 2)

Henry Mancini was a master at composing memorable melodies. Expertly arranged by Johnnie Vinson, this clever song is sure to be an audience favorite.

Here's a new edition of Henry Mancini's jaunty march from the movie Hatari. John Moss' treatment is clever, fun to play and really captures that special Mancini sound that combines the symphonic and jazz idioms.

Cleverly arranged to feature a duet with flexible instrument combinations, this popular holiday standard (featured in the movie Elf) is sure to become a holiday favorite with your band.

Jim Croce's blockbuster hit comes alive in this easy shuffle style arrangement by Eric Osterling. Written to sound good with even small bands, this arrangement still has all the trademarks of the original.

MusicWorks - Grade 3 Here is a marvelously appealing work suitable for contest or concerts composed in two main sections. The melodic and reverent Ballad is richly scored and contains nicely contrasting instrumental colors. A spirited clapping pattern accompanies the woodwinds in the opening strains of the Dance. The Ballad theme returns in a glorious grandioso setting to close out this well-crafted work. (5:40)

Starting with a drum cadence and gradually adding sections of the band one at a time, this very easy march is perfect for your beginning band's first concert. A great way to introduce the various sections of the band to your audience!

From our very easiest series, Mike has created a bluesy sounding original using only quarter notes and half notes (percussion have a few eighths). Every section of the band gets a brief shining moment (have those cameras ready) before the rousing full band finish. This is the perfect tune for showing off the entire band at your first concert.