SKU: XC.HCB1906
UPC: 812598031935. 9 x 12 inches.
Imagine soaring the skies...twisting and turning as you plunge through clouds into a bright azure sky. Sky Bound captures the feeling and exhilaration of flight! Encourage your students to unleash their imaginations and re-create those visual images in sound. Soar through the skies with this new piece from Jon Bubbett. With a high energy, captivating opening Sky Bound is great way to start your concert!
SKU: CF.CM9777
ISBN 9781491164488. UPC: 680160923380. Key: Bb major. English. Marjorie Pickthall.
Text: excerpt from Brading by Marjorie PickthallHere, where the legions parted; Here, where the shields were laid, Wild orchid, honey-hearted, Grows in the wind-swept shade.Here, where the soldiers rested; Here, where they set their spears, The little larks, brown-breasted, Fall down like falling tears.Here, where the swords came after; Here, where the ships went by,The sea-winds send their laughter Between the downs and the sky.Program note:Between the downs and the sky is a meditation on the text and the notion of here. Reflective and commemorative in nature, the poem speaks to themes of remembrance and our shared connections to humanity translated through the natural world. Pickthall pairs anthropomorphized images of nature against the impacts of human violence and strife.I am drawn to the location-less setting of “hereâ€. We are left with a certain placeless-ness in the poem. “Here†could mean anywhere and everywhere; it could also mean right in front of us in this exact moment. “Here†is also a call to attention, here where we witness, where we notice, where we are called to. Here, where we love, where we mourn, where we hope to become whole.Musically, “here†is metamorphosed through various ostinati gestures as if to depict memory, reflections, echoes which reverberate long after the initial source, a heart beat, relentless waves pounding shores, etc. The work also juxtaposes extreme high and low registers particularly in the piano writing to capture the title image of the “here†found in-between the downs and the sky.The work moves in and out of unison, two part, and optional three part writing; from m. 45 to the end, the middle line baritone part is completely optional. The music functions the same with or without the inner voice part. This is done to aid in the accessibility of the work, to make the music as approachable and successful to groups of all abilities.
SKU: XC.HCB1906FS
UPC: 812598031317. 9 x 12 inches.
SKU: HL.282475
ISBN 9781540034328. UPC: 888680789190. 9.0x12.0x0.847 inches.
Music is what helped many keep their spirits up during the Great Depression in the 1930s. Here are 100 of the most memorable songs of the decade presented in easy piano arrangements with lyrics. Songs include: As Time Goes By * Blue Moon * Body and Soul * Embraceable You * Georgia on My Mind * The Glory of Love * How Deep Is the Ocean (How High Is the Sky) * I Don't Know Why (I Just Do) * I Got Rhythm * I'll Be Seeing You * In the Mood * The Lady Is a Tramp * Love Is Here to Stay * Mood Indigo * My Funny Valentine * The Nearness of You * Over the Rainbow * Sing, Sing, Sing * Summertime * Thanks for the Memory * The Very Thought of You * The Way You Look Tonight * and more.
SKU: HL.253768
ISBN 9781540021953. UPC: 888680719791. 9.0x12.0x0.018 inches.
This atmospheric piano solo will keep performer and audience enthralled and in awe of the universe and its many mysteries. Written for the Newton Music Teachers Association (Kansas), the piece will help an advancing student discover the unique and amazing sounds that are possible with an acoustic piano. Key: D Minor, with several modulations.
SKU: CL.011-3851-01
Tranquil Sky is an expressive and lyrical composition, perfect for developing bands. This is a great piece to focus on teaching your band the concept of legato phrasing and style, while at the same time keeping your percussionists involved as well. The beautiful but simple melodies will please your audience, and provide a nice change of pace for your next concert.
About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series
The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.
SKU: CL.011-4460-01
Lanterns In The Sky is a concert/festival work for young band inspired by a hot air balloon ride. The work begins with an explosion of energy and sound that is sure to command attention. The energy subsides, and builds again to a forceful statement as we begin our glorious flight. The music then takes on a soaring quality that gives the effect of floating on air. A beautifully expressive middle section invokes imagery of the incredible views and gentle breezes. The opening theme then returns bringing the piece and our journey to a forceful conclusion. Contrasting styles and changing textures provide many teaching opportunities, making this suitable for festival use. Don’t miss this outstanding addition to the young band repertoire!
SKU: HL.306258
ISBN 9780634001086. UPC: 073999062588. 9x12 inches.
Features 27 of Stevie Wonder's top hits arranged for easy piano. Songs include: All in Love Is Fair * For Once in My Life * Higher Ground * I Just Called to Say I Love You * Isn't She Lovely * My Cherie Amour * Ribbon in the Sky * Signed, Sealed, Delivered I'm Yours * That Girl * You Are the Sunshine of My Life * more!
SKU: FJ.ST6495
UPC: 241444413210. English.
Inspired by an incredible display of stars the composer experienced in Hawaii, this piece portrays the ponderous and expansive beauty of the night sky. Broad, sustained notes make extensive use of full bows, ideal for reinforcing bow control and purity of tone. A stunning work with gorgeous harmonies and colors sure to charm your audience.
About FJH Developing Strings
Slightly more advanced than Beginning Strings, this series begins to involve more position work and a slightly more complex rhythmic figures. Rehearsal piano is often provided. Ideal for middle school and smaller high school programs. Grade 2 - 2.5