SKU: BT.DHP-1125254-140
9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
“Isn’t she lovely†sang Stevie Wonder in 1976 on the birth of his daughter Aisha. Since the song never appeared as a single it became known chiefly through radio airplay and continues to be a much-loved tune throughout the world. Hideaki Miura’s fabulous arrangement for concert band is sure to win the heart of your audience! “Is ze niet schattig?†zong Stevie Wonder in 1976 over zijn dochtertje Aisha. De song verscheen nooit op single en werd vooral bekend van de radio. Door de jaren heen bleef het een geliefde én bekende melodie. Want wie herkent nietde klanken van de mondharmonica, zo typisch voor Stevie Wonder, maar zeker ook voor dit melodietje? Hideaki Miura maakte er een geslaagde bewerking van voor blaasorkest.Ist sie nicht entzückend“ sang Stevie Wonder 1976 anlässlich der Geburt seiner Tochter Aisha. Da der Song nie als Single erschien, wurde er vor allem über das Radio bekannt und blieb über die Jahre hinweg in den Ohren und Herzen der Menschen auf der ganzen Welt lebendig. Entzücken Sie Ihr Publikum mit der gelungenen Blasorchesterbearbeitung von Hideaki Miura! Isn’t She Lovely (N’est-elle pas magnifique) est une chanson écrite par Stevie Wonder, en 1976, la naissance de sa fille Aisha. Connu de tous, cet air inoubliable résonnera aux oreilles et dans le coeur de votre auditoire gr ce au formidable arrangement pour orchestre d’harmonie de Hideaki Miura ! “Non è splendida….†cantava Stevie Wonder nel 1976 dopo la nascita della figlia Aisha. Una meravigliosa ballata romantica, dai testi commoventi che i non giovanissimi ricordano aver ascoltato innumerevoli volte alla radio. Incantate il pubblico con questo arrangiamento molto riuscito firmato Hideaki Miura!
SKU: BT.DHP-1125254-010
“Isn’t she lovely†sang Stevie Wonder in 1976 on the birth of his daughter Aisha. Since the song never appeared as a single it became known chiefly through radio airplay and continues to be a much-loved tune throughout the world. Hideaki Miura’s fabulous arrangement for concert band is sure to win the heart of your audience! “Is ze niet schattig?†zong Stevie Wonder in 1976 over zijn dochtertje Aisha. De song verscheen nooit op single en werd vooral bekend van de radio. Door de jaren heen bleef het een geliefde én bekende melodie. Want wie herkent nietde klanken van de mondharmonica, zo typisch voor Stevie Wonder, maar zeker ook voor dit melodietje? Hideaki Miura maakte er een geslaagde bewerking van voor blaasorkest.Ist sie nicht entzückend“ sang Stevie Wonder 1976 anlässlich der Geburt seiner Tochter Aisha. Da der Song nie als Single erschien, wurde er vor allem über das Radio bekannt und blieb über die Jahre hinweg in den Ohren und Herzen der Menschen auf der ganzen Welt lebendig. Entzücken Sie Ihr Publikum mit der gelungenen Blasorchesterbearbeitung von Hideaki Miura! Isn’t She Lovely (N’est-elle pas magnifique) est une chanson écrite par Stevie Wonder, en 1976, la naissance de sa fille Aisha. Connu de tous, cet air inoubliable résonnera aux oreilles et dans le coeur de votre auditoire gr ce au formidable arrangement pour orchestre d’harmonie de Hideaki Miura ! “Non è splendida….†cantava Stevie Wonder nel 1976 dopo la nascita della figlia Aisha. Una meravigliosa ballata romantica, dai testi commoventi che i non giovanissimi ricordano aver ascoltato innumerevoli volte alla radio. Incantate il pubblico con questo arrangiamento molto riuscito firmato Hideaki Miura!
SKU: HL.3746686
UPC: 196288196594. 6.75x10.5 inches.
Some songs from the 80s never seem to grow old and this smash hit recorded by Simple Minds is certainly one of these. With its memorable melody and powerful drive, you won't soon forget about this one!
SKU: AP.38529S
UPC: 038081430942. English. Words; music Katy Perry; Lukasz Gottwald; Max Martin; Benjamin Levin; Bonnie McKee.
Katy Perry is one of today's hottest singers. Here is her catchy hit, Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) in a great-sounding, playable arrangement by Doug Adams. It's solidly scored from top to bottom, and even includes a short shout section. This is a must-have chart for the stands this fall! (1:50).
SKU: BT.DHP-1125268-010
Edward Kennedy ‘Duke’ Ellington’s influence on the swing era as musician, bandleader and composer is unparalleled. His arrangement of his own composition It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) is perhaps the first to carry the word ‘swing’ in the title, thereby coining a musical phrase. Toshio Mashima’s stylish arrangement of this jazz standard for concert band hits the perfect note. Als geen ander heeft Edward Kennedy ‘Duke’ Ellington als musicus, bandleider en componist grote invloed gehad op het tijdperk van de swing. De titel It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing), die hij zowel componeerde als arrangeerde, is waarschijnlijk de eerste songtitel die het woord ‘swing’ bevat. Daarmee was er een nieuw muziekbegrip geboren! Toshio Mashima heeft met zijn arrangement de oorspronkelijke stijl van het origineel goed bewaard. It Don´t Mean a Thing: de jazzstandaard bij uitstek!Edward Kennedy Duke“ Ellington nahm wie kaum ein anderer als Musiker, Bandleader und Komponist Einfluss auf die Swing-Ära. Der von ihm komponierte und arrangierte Titel It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) ist vermutlich der erste Songtitel, der das Wort Swing“ in sich trägt und den Begriff damit in seiner musikalischen Bedeutung prägte. Toshio Mashima schrieb ein stilgerechtes Arrangement des Jazzstandards für Blasorchester. L’influence d’Edward Kennedy «Duke» Ellington sur l’ère du swing en tant que musicien, chef d’orchestre et compositeur est inégalée. Sa propre composition It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) est sans doute la première dont le titre inclut le mot «swing», popularisant ainsi ce terme. Toshio Mashima a produit un arrangement élégant de ce standard du jazz pour orchestre d’harmonie. Edward Kennedy “Duke†Ellington ha influenzato come nessun altro l’et della swing. It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) è il titolo della canzone divenuta uno standard jazz, composta nel 1931. Fu forse la prima canzone ad usare il termine “swing†nel titolo, facendolo così entrare nel linguaggio comune. Il brano rimase nel repertorio dell’orchestra per decenni e fu eseguito ad ogni concerto. L’arrangiamento assolutamente in stile di Toshio Mashima rende onore all’originale.
SKU: BT.DHP-1165689-010
Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing is one of the most popular songs by Stevie Wonder and has been performed by various other famous artists throughout the years. The version from Al Jarreau is probably the most well known, and has been arranged by the Norwegian arranger Richard Johnsen. Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing is een van de populairste songs van superster Stevie Wonder. Het nummer is in de loop der jaren ook door diverse andere beroemde artiesten uitgevoerd. De versie van Al Jarreau waarschijnlijk de bekendste is door de Noorse arrangeur Richard Johnsen gebruikt als uitgangspunt voor zijn fraaie bewerking. Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing gehört zu den bekanntesten Songs von Stevie Wonder und wurde im Laufe der Jahre auch von verschiedenen anderen berühmten Künstlern aufgeführt. Die Version von Al Jarreau ist sicherlich die bekannteste. Sie wurde von dem norwegischen Arrangeur Richard Johnson bearbeitet. Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing est l’une des chansons les plus célèbres de Stevie Wonder et a été interprétée par plusieurs autres artistes renommés au cours des années. La version d’Al Jarreau est probablement la plus connue, arrangée par le norvégien Richard Johnsen. Brano di Stevie Wonder tra i più amati di sempre, Don’t You Worry ‘Bout A Thing ha trovato anche in Al Jarreau un eccellente interprete. La popolarissima versione di quest’ultimo è stata riarrangiata con grande fedelt dal musicista norvegese Richard Johnsen.
SKU: BT.DHP-1165689-140
SKU: CL.CTS-7867-01
One of Claude T. Smith's last completed works, Raise Your Voice in Song was commissioned by the Nebraska Music Educators Association for the 50th Anniversary on NMEA! It was written for the 1986 All-State Band, Choir and Orchestra for their combined performance on November 22, 1986 in Hastings, NE. This majestic work lends itself as a finale, for full orchestra, or a combined performance with choir. There are two sets of lyrics (secular and Christmas).
SKU: CL.CTS-8042-01
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular song relates to Advent and Christmas. Claude T. Smith expanded upon the original hymn adding deeper musical interest to this already timeless classic. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as twelve musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-8059-00
The original of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith’s most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The Andante section is a beautiful contrast to the main theme occurring in neighboring sections. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-8003-01
America The Beautiful continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation's extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, without triumphalism. Claude T. Smith’s arrangement of this masterpiece generates a fresh take on this song reviving the hope we share for our dear America. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-7702-01
A form Smith used frequently. Instead of a fast-slow-fast form, Smith uses slow-fast-slow. Following a stately Chorale, a gentle Allegro introduces the second theme. Chorale and Allegro ends with both the Chorale and the Allegro themes being combined. Plenty of rhythm changes and an enjoyable performance await you with this early piece of Claude T. Smith’s.
SKU: CL.CTS-8044-00
Amazing Grace is one of the most well-known spiritual songs known to date. Claude T. Smith cleverly created this band setting forming variations throughout. With Smith’s passing in December of 1987, this was one of the final works he produced. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-8030-01
Tarantella from Incidental Suite is the first movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. Claude T. Smith has elevated the basic meaning of tarantella creating engaging rhythmic interest throughout the duration of the movement. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: AP.38373
UPC: 038081441269. English. Forget You: Words; music by Christopher Brown; Peter Hernandez; Ari Levine; Philip Lawrence; Thomas Cee Lo Callaway; Don't Stop Believin': Words; music by Jonathan Cain; Neal Schon; Steve Perry.
Cee Lo Green's Forget You and Journey's Don't Stop Believin' collide in this exciting Mash-Up reminiscent of the popular television show Glee. This arrangement presents an exhilarating performance opportunity for your outstanding trumpet and trombone soloists and provides an entertaining experience for bands and audiences alike. Building on the Mash-Up concept, the two tunes are joined as one in the show-stopping arrangement. (3:30).
SKU: CL.CTS-8063-00
Claude T. Smith’s setting of For The Beauty Of The Earth as this chorale prelude develops the original hymn by Conrad Kocher. It celebrates our beautiful Earth, the skies above us, and the joy of loving one another. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as nine musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-8029-01
God of Our Fathers is based on the hymn with the same name and is one of the most iconic American Christian hymns dating back to the 19th-century. Claude T. Smith’s concert band arrangement of this hymn has become a staple of band literature. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.
SKU: CL.CTS-8043-00
Greensleeves dates to the 16th century as a traditional English folk song. Claude T. Smith created a masterful setting of this timeless classic providing many solo opportunities and melodic interest throughout all the sections of the band. The use of standard and contemporary harmonies gives the listener a wonderful experience. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.
SKU: CL.CTS-8022-00
Chorale and Allegro captivates the imagination with a solemn chorale. As this lush chorale closes, the mood quickly transforms into an energetic allegro section filled with excitement throughout. Claude T. Smith concludes the composition with intertwines the ideas from the allegro section with portions of the opening chorale leading to an enthusiastic ending. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.
SKU: CL.CTS-7748-01
Claude T. Smith created a notable addition to easy literature in this impressive concert chorale. The dynamic subtilties and long tones make this a great teaching or warm-up piece. Appropriate for sacred or secular occasions.
