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MusicWorks - Grade 3 Milhaud, who was originally commissioned to write this work for American concert bands in war-torn 1945, employed folk tunes from the French provinces, in hopes of sharing some of the rich culture with the Americans, who so valiantly defended his native land from the Nazis. This edition for young bands includes three of the original five movements: Normandie, Alsace-Lorraine, and Provence. (6:40)

It is rare that a composition is conceived first for winds then later transcribed for orchestra, but such is the case with Suite Francaise. Premiered by the famed Goldman Band in 1945, this magnificent work in five movements is one of the enduring classics of the symphonic band repertoire, and continues to be a popular choice for contests and festivals. (17:00) This recording used with permission from the Klavier Music Productions CD K 11058. Postcards by the Cincinnati Wind Symphony - Eugene Migliaro Corporon, conductor

Bernstein's Mass was a monumental 90-minute work written for the opening of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. in 1971. In this suite commissioned by the Canadian Brass and the Eastman Wind Ensemble, arranger Michael Sweeney focuses on a select number of movements, often using the brass quintet to represent the vocal lines found in the original. The striking and beautiful work includes Alleluia, Sanctus, the well-known A Simple Song, Agnus Dei, Offertory and Almighty Father. Although scored for brass quintet and wind ensemble, ample cues are provided to allow this to be performed by a wind ensemble or symphonic band alone. Dur: c. 14:00 (Grade 5) Audio recorded by the Canadian Brass and the Eastman Wind Ensemble on Manhattan Music (OD 7368) - Mark Davis Scatterday, conductor

Here is a sugnificant addition to the Chrismtas repertoire for band. Beautifully scored by James Curnow, it features six popular movements that are highly effective for winds: Sinfonia (Overture), And The Glory Of The Lord, Pastoral Symphony, Glory To God, He Shall Feed His Flock, and Hallelujah.

A version of Holst's most famous work done at a level that can be achieved by young bands. Incoporating the three best-known movements, Mars, Venus, and Jupiter, Calvin Custer has created an invaluable piece for developing players. You'll use this one for years to come.

The four movements in this setting from the famous 'Water Music Suite' include: Allegro; Air; Hornpipe; and Allegro Maestoso. These are the same movements found in the 'Canadian Brass' arrangement of the same title. This glorius music is enhanced in this full concert band setting, perfect for any concert or festive occassion.

First published in 1950, Robert Russell Bennett's Suite of Old American Dances has established itself as a classic in the repertoire for wind bands. This edition is designed for younger players and features three of the original five movements: Western One-Step, Wallflower Rag and Cake Walk. Carefully adapted by James Curnow, these settings offer an important historical perspective for students, as well as enjoyable music for contest or casual concerts. Dur: 6:30 (Includes Full Performance CD)

MusicWorks - Grade 4 Score and Parts One of the band repertoire treasures of all time, this uniquely American work by Robert Russell Bennett continues to stand the test of time as it moves triumphantly into its sixth decade! This marvelous new printing features a full score detailing all parts, as well as program notes and extensive historical background information. Carefully researched by Dr. Edward Higgins from the original editions, many inconsistencies and part errors have also been corrected. This beautifully engraved deluxe edition is destined to become a staple in every band's library of serious works.