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When it comes to pure entertainment, the Canadian Brass are the kings of schtick and this dixieland tuba feature is one of the highlights of their concerts. David Marshall's clever, playable version can feature a soloist or the tuba section and packs in all the fun and silliness - just right for a dull audience!

Featuring distinctive music from the Renaissance period, Johnnie Vinson has created an appealling collection for young players. Included in this setting are contrasting movements in a fast-slow-fast format, perfect for concerts or festivals. Dur: 3:30

Explorer Level - Beginning Let your beginners crank up the energy level on their very first concert with this driving rock original. Featuring tutti rhythms and nothing faster than a quarter note (except percussion), every section gets a chance to rock out on this winner. Dur: 1:30

Hogan - Grade 3-4

With a touch of high country ruggedness and Appalachian charm, this original overture by Paul Murtha is an excellent choice for contest or concert programming. A single catchy melody is woven throughout the work in a variety of styles and settings. From the joyous opening and clarinet statement to the tender slower sections to the blazing full band passages, this work packs plenty of variety into a very effective setting.

Mike Sweeney has a knack for young band works, and this especially funky one is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. 'T.W.A.' will really make your trumpet players feel like pros..just the kind of attitude you want them to develop.

Shakespeare's verse in this famous comedy, If music be the food of love, play on... sets the tone for this major work by master composer Alfred Reed. Approached as a masque (a form of play-with-music commonly used in Shakespeare's time), this suite for wind orchestra takes the form of five separate movements, each related to a place or persons from the story. I. Prelude: Illyria II. Viola and Orsino III. The Merry Conspirators IV. Malvolio's Lament in Prison V. A Double Wedding, and All's Well! - (duration - c. 15:00)

This rock classic was made famous by the Beatles (and also Ferris Bueller) and is a perfect motivater for young bands.

Paul Murtha has created a short and easy medley of two classic carols. Including Still, Still, Still and As Lately We Watched this arrangement will be easy to prepare and a joy to perform.