SKU: CF.CPS250
ISBN 9781491159576. UPC: 680160918164.
Kaleidoscope Sky is inspired by the breathtaking pastime of hot-air ballooning and the glorious festivals around the world that honor the practice. A sky full of colorful spheres elegantly floating at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Mondial Air Ballons and more draw thousands of people to witness awe-inspiring scenes full of passionate balloonists. Traditional hot-air balloons mix with creatively designed balloons to thrill the tens of thousands of spectators below. While I personally am not a person who dreams of taking my own flight--heights are not my thing--I have to marvel at how gently and easily these vessels float among the clouds. It truly is an image of exquisite freedom. This piece reflects the view and experience of the onlooker taking in an elegantly shifting scene reminiscent of kaleidoscope patterns. Spectators like me can appreciate the beauty and vibrancy associated with a horizon full of adventurous balloonists and their wondrous aircrafts. Kaleidoscope Sky starts in a triumphant and celebratory fashion and continues to conjure images reminiscent of the wide variety of soaring colors on display at a hot-air balloon event. Ultimately, the piece appropriately concludes with a suspenseful, yet graceful, run to the finish line. Melodic lines should soar with attention being paid to phrase markings and assigned articulations. Encourage musicians to allow room for the melodic material to be heard in thicker textures where supporting harmonies are often rhythmic in nature. These harmonies should support, and not cloud the melodies. The meter changes should sound effortless, and the continuous figures in the percussion will help to achieve this effect. The snare drum, in particular, should bring accented notes to the foreground while maintaining a steady textural effect with non-accented notes as a rhythmic background. This will go a long way in finding a cohesive subdivision and ensemble pulse.Kaleidoscope Sky is inspired by the breathtaking pastime of hot-air ballooning and the glorious festivals around the world that honor the practice. A sky full of colorful spheres elegantly floating at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, Mondial Air Ballons and more draw thousands of people to witness awe-inspiring scenes full of passionate balloonists. Traditional hot-air balloons mix with creatively designed balloons to thrill the tens of thousands of spectators below. While I personally am not a person who dreams of taking my own flight—heights are not my thing—I have to marvel at how gently and easily these vessels float among the clouds. It truly is an image of exquisite freedom. This piece reflects the view and experience of the onlooker taking in an elegantly shifting scene reminiscent of kaleidoscope patterns. Spectators like me can appreciate the beauty and vibrancy associated with a horizon full of adventurous balloonists and their wondrous aircrafts. Kaleidoscope Sky starts in a triumphant and celebratory fashion and continues to conjure images reminiscent of the wide variety of soaring colors on display at a hot-air balloon event. Ultimately, the piece appropriately concludes with a suspenseful, yet graceful, run to the finish line.Melodic lines should “soar†with attention being paid to phrase markings and assigned articulations. Encourage musicians to allow room for the melodic material to be heard in thicker textures where supporting harmonies are often rhythmic in nature. These harmonies should support, and not “cloud†the melodies. The meter changes should sound effortless, and the continuous figures in the percussion will help to achieve this effect. The snare drum, in particular, should bring accented notes to the foreground while maintaining a steady textural effect with non-accented notes as a rhythmic background. This will go a long way in finding a cohesive subdivision and ensemble pulse.
SKU: CF.CPS200
ISBN 9781491152355. UPC: 680160909858.
Although some stories in Greek mythology reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicating joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and the performer.Program NotesAmong the many stories in Greek mythology, Apollo holds a unique place as a complex Olympian god known for truth, prophecy, healing, poetry, plague, knowledge, light and music. Although some stories reveal a different side to his character, Apollo was widely regarded to hold a cheerful personality and communicated joy through the music he played on his lyre. Apollo Arise is an energetic and spirited work for band, ideal for opening a concert. The uplifting and exuberant melodic material lead the group on a sonic journey to capture the joy and light music can bring to both the audience and performer. From the dynamic opening fanfare to the soaring motifs and rhythms that follow, Apollo Arise provides a wonderful opportunity for the ensemble to reach for new musical heights in their performance!   Rehearsal Notes and SuggestionsThe opening twenty-four measures of the work are important for the rest of the work to unfold successfully. Encourage the ensemble to play with a unified articulation style, maintain a proper balance, and establish a consistent tempo through this section as several recurring rhythms must be performed consistently. Measure 38 features a trumpet solo, so be sure that the rest of the ensemble balances their line to support the solo instrument. In the section that begins at m. 67, there is an optional solo opportunity for trumpet and trombone. Both of these sections provide nice contrast against the full ensemble sections that are present in the work. The section at m. 81 includes a call-and-response section between woodwind, brass and percussion groups. Be sure that as groups enter, the tempo remains consistent and that the winds articulation style is unified and complimentary to the percussion. As the opening fanfare returns at m. 101, remind the ensemble to play with consistent style, balance and tempo as they did in the opening. As the ensemble begins the part of the journey with Apollo at m. 110, the music contains unique layers that must work together to be effective and set up the material that begins at m. 127. Encourage the group to play so they can hear all other lines, and allow their energy to grow into a focused musical celebration by the final note. Thank you in advance for your support of this music, and I wish you and your ensemble well as Apollo Arise welcomes the audience to your concert hall.
SKU: CF.CPS250F
ISBN 9781491159583. UPC: 680160918171.
SKU: CF.CPS200F
ISBN 9781491153031. UPC: 680160910533.
SKU: HL.4493045
UPC: 196288156482.
Elevate your orchestra's performance to new heights with the â??Flying Theme from E.T.â? by John Williams, brilliantly arranged for string orchestra by Robert Longfield. Let the enchanting melody and soaring strings take your audience through the skies, capturing the magic and wonder of this iconic Spielberg masterpiece. Perfect for young orchestras seeking to create a memorable musical experience. Bring the magic of E.T. to your stage with this exquisite arrangement, where the music truly takes flight!
SKU: CF.YAS230
ISBN 9781491162781. UPC: 680160921539. Key: E minor.
The phoenix is a mythical symbol that dates back to ancient times, representing the idea of rebirth and being born again out of the ashes. This piece explores the idea of taking a rhythmic motive and developing it in such a way that it gains momentum, then dies away before rising to even greater heights. Set in E minor, this piece works in particular on the finger pattern for D-sharp accidentals in all parts. The fiery theme builds slowly using accented accompaniments and dramatic dynamics to build intensity. A brief lull reveals a lyrical melody, allowing players to perfect four-note slurs with optional shifting in first violin. Then the opening theme returns with even greater fire, growing to a glorious finale.
About Carl Fischer Young String Orchestra Series
This series of Grade 2/Grade 2.5 pieces is designed for second and third year ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:--Occasionally extending to third position--Keys carefully considered for appropriate difficulty--Addition of separate 2nd violin and viola parts--Viola T.C. part included--Increase in independence of parts over beginning levels
SKU: CF.YAS230F
ISBN 9781491163122. UPC: 680160921874. Key: E minor.
SKU: BT.AMP-378-140
9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dutch.
The Shakers were a sect who, in the 18th Century, sailed out from England to America. Right into the late 19th Century, the numerous songs of this community were handed down orally, until they were written down in various volumes of song collections. Philip Sparke’s fantasy for wind band is based on a selection of these beautiful, captivatingly simple songs. De ‘United Society of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing’ was een van de religieuze groeperingen die in het 18e-eeuwse Engeland ontstonden. De zogenoemde shakers componeerden duizenden liederen, die veelal mooi zijn in al hun eenvoud. Ze werden van oorsprong mondeling overgeleverd tot er eind 19e eeuw voor het eerst bundels werden uitgegeven. Voor deze briljante compositie selecteerde Philip Sparke zorgvuldig enkele van de liederen uit deze bundels. Die Shaker waren eine Sekte, die im 18. Jahrhundert von England nach Amerika auswanderte. Bis ins späte 19. Jahrhundert wurden die zahlreichen Lieder dieser Gemeinschaft nur mündlich tradiert, bevor sie in verschiedenen Sammlungen niedergeschrieben wurden. Philip Sparkes Fantasie für Blasorchester basiert auf einer Auswahl dieser schönen, durch ihre Schlichtheit bestechenden Lieder. Le contenu de cette composition offre une belle palette d’émotions aux teintes énergiques, dynamiques et intenses, sans omettre toutefois des intonations poétiques empreintes de douceur et délicatesse. Une introduction majestueuse cède la place une ligne mélodique s’intensi_x001C_fiant peu peu en rassemblant l’ensemble des pupitres puis s’oriente vers un diminuendo. Lors du passage central, bois et cuivres s’interpellent joyeusement autour d’un thème festif. La conclusion est pétulante_x001E_!Gli Shaker furono una setta che nel XVIII secolo emigrò negli Stati Uniti dall’Inghilterra. Shaker Heights Fantasy è un brano commissionato a Philip Sparke per il centesimo anniversario dalla fondazione del College in Shaker Heights nello Stato dell’Ohio. Il contenuto di questa composizione offre un interessante a_x001B_resco di emozioni dalle tinte energiche, dinamiche e intense, senza tuttavia omettere intonazioni poetiche impregnate di dolcezza e delicatezza.
SKU: AP.BD9902C
UPC: 029156954906. English.
The human spirit soars when inspired by the examples of those who push our dreams to new heights and help us aspire to greatness. We all have heroes who motivate and energize. With a stately main theme, this work of simple dignity musically motivates with impeccable melodic lines and sophisticated harmonic settings. Superior teaching and program material!
SKU: BT.DHP-1115043-010
9x12 inches.
The Loco-motion was the hippest dance routine to hit the clubs in the 1960s. In contrast to many songwriters who write songs after a trend has taken off , singer/songwriter partners and couple Gerry Goffi n and Carole King wrote the song that kicked off the entire dancesong craze. Little Eva was the fi rst of several artists to reach the top of the US charts with this hit in 1962. Let your band rise to new heights with Hideaki Miuraâ??s funky arrangement! The Loco-motion was een bijzonder geliefde manier van dansen in de jaren zestig. Gerry Goffin en Carole King waren met hun gelijknamige hit de trendsetter van deze muziek- en dansstijl. Dit in tegenstelling tot wat veel songwritersdoen: pas bepaalde muziek schrijven als het al een trend is. De eerste die het nummer vertolkte was Little Eva en zij scoorde er een nummer één hit mee. Hierna werd de song nog vaak en succesvol gecoverd. En nu is er dusook een lekker vlotte versie voor harmonieorkest van Hideaki Miura.The Loco-motion war ein Modetanz in den 1960er-Jahren. Entgegen der weit verbreiteten Annahme sprang aber nicht das Songwriter-Ehepaar Gerry Goffin und Carole King mit ihrem gleichnamigen Hit auf diesen Zug auf, sondern sie waren tatsächlich diejenigen, die mit dem Titel den Trend erst auslösten. Nach dem Nr. 1-Erfolg der ersten Interpretin Little Eva wurde der Song oft und erfolgreich gecovert und liegt nun in einer flotten Blasorchesterbearbeitung von Hideaki Miura vor.Au début des années 1960, le couple dâ??auteurs succès, Gerry Goffin et Carole King, compose la chanson, The Loco-motion, qui sera lâ??origine dâ??un phénomène qui va balayer tous les pays, le locomotion, un twist en ligne avec des mouvements de bras imitant le va-etvient des bielles de locomotives vapeur. Immortalisée aux Ã?tats-Unis par Little Eva, la chanson sera reprise en France par Henri Salvador, puis par Sylvie Vartan, lâ??égérie des années yé-yé. Hideaki Miura en a réalisé un arrangement pour Orchestre dâ??Harmonie, aussi twistant que la version originale.The Loco-motion è stato un ballo di moda negli anni â??60. Al contrario di molti autori che scrivono canzoni utilizzando trend gi esistenti, la coppia Gerry Goffin e Carol King fu lâ??artefi ce di questo ballo di successo. La prima interprete della canzone fu Little Eva che nellâ??ormai lontano 1962 raggiunse la vetta delle canzoni più vendute. Un tuff o nel passato con questo arrangiamento molto riuscito fi rmato Hideaki Miura.
SKU: BT.DHP-1115043-140
The Loco-motion was the hippest dance routine to hit the clubs in the 1960s. In contrast to many songwriters who write songs after a trend has taken off , singer/songwriter partners and couple Gerry Goffi n and Carole King wrote the song that kicked off the entire dancesong craze. Little Eva was the fi rst of several artists to reach the top of the US charts with this hit in 1962. Let your band rise to new heights with Hideaki Miura’s funky arrangement! The Loco-motion was een bijzonder geliefde manier van dansen in de jaren zestig. Gerry Goffin en Carole King waren met hun gelijknamige hit de trendsetter van deze muziek- en dansstijl. Dit in tegenstelling tot wat veel songwritersdoen: pas bepaalde muziek schrijven als het al een trend is. De eerste die het nummer vertolkte was Little Eva en zij scoorde er een nummer één hit mee. Hierna werd de song nog vaak en succesvol gecoverd. En nu is er dusook een lekker vlotte versie voor harmonieorkest van Hideaki Miura.The Loco-motion war ein Modetanz in den 1960er-Jahren. Entgegen der weit verbreiteten Annahme sprang aber nicht das Songwriter-Ehepaar Gerry Goffin und Carole King mit ihrem gleichnamigen Hit auf diesen Zug auf, sondern sie waren tatsächlich diejenigen, die mit dem Titel den Trend erst auslösten. Nach dem Nr. 1-Erfolg der ersten Interpretin Little Eva wurde der Song oft und erfolgreich gecovert und liegt nun in einer flotten Blasorchesterbearbeitung von Hideaki Miura vor.Au début des années 1960, le couple d’auteurs succès, Gerry Goffin et Carole King, compose la chanson, The Loco-motion, qui sera l’origine d’un phénomène qui va balayer tous les pays, le locomotion, un twist en ligne avec des mouvements de bras imitant le va-etvient des bielles de locomotives vapeur. Immortalisée aux États-Unis par Little Eva, la chanson sera reprise en France par Henri Salvador, puis par Sylvie Vartan, l’égérie des années yé-yé. Hideaki Miura en a réalisé un arrangement pour Orchestre d’Harmonie, aussi twistant que la version originale.The Loco-motion è stato un ballo di moda negli anni ’60. Al contrario di molti autori che scrivono canzoni utilizzando trend gi esistenti, la coppia Gerry Goffin e Carol King fu l’artefi ce di questo ballo di successo. La prima interprete della canzone fu Little Eva che nell’ormai lontano 1962 raggiunse la vetta delle canzoni più vendute. Un tuff o nel passato con questo arrangiamento molto riuscito fi rmato Hideaki Miura.
SKU: BT.AMP-378-010
The Shakers were a sect who, in the 18th Century, sailed out from England to America. Right into the late 19th Century, the numerous songs of this community were handed down orally, until they were written down in various volumes of song collections.Philip Sparkes fantasy for wind band is based on a selection of these beautiful, captivatingly simple songs.De shakers vormden een van de religieuze groeperingen die in het 18e-eeuwse Engeland ontstonden. Ze maakten vele liederen, die eind 19e eeuw voor het eerst in bundels werden uitgegeven. De melodieën die zijn gebruikt in Shaker Heights Fantasykomen uit twee van zulke bundels.Die Shaker waren eine Sekte, die im 18. Jahrhundert von England nach Amerika auswanderte. Bis ins späte 19. Jahrhundert wurden die zahlreichen Lieder dieser Gemeinschaft nur mündlich tradiert, bevor sie in verschiedenen Sammlungen niedergeschriebenwurden. Philip Sparkes Fantasie für Blasorchester basiert auf einer Auswahl dieser schönen, durch ihre Schlichtheit bestechenden Lieder.Le contenu de cette composition offre une belle palette démotions aux teintes énergiques, dynamiques et intenses, sans omettre toutefois des intonations poétiques empreintes de douceur et délicatesse. Une introduction majestueuse céde la place uneligne mélodique sintensifiant peu peu en rassemblant lensemble des pupitres puis soriente vers un diminuendo. Lors du passage central, bois et cuivres sinterpellent joyeusement autour dun théme festif. La conclusion est pétulante !Gli shaker erano una comunit religiosa costituitasi in Inghilterra nel XVIII° secolo. Con varie raccolte ci sono state tramandate alcune delle loro numerose canzoni che conquistano per la loro semplicit . Le melodie in Shaker Heights Fantasydi Philip Sparke provengono da due di queste raccolte.
SKU: HL.7013802
UPC: 196288015499. 9.0x12.0x0.224 inches.
Composed in the Cuban Bolero style, here is a poignant and richly scored ballad featuring solo flugelhorn and band. Inspired by the idea that “each of us has a mysterious, captivating glow within that fuels us to reach heights we never imagined,†this beautiful piece features a tuneful melody and masterfully notated rhythm section parts for an authentic interpretation.
SKU: KJ.WB350F
Ryan Nowlin is a new composer to the Standard of Excellence In Concert series of concert band compositions for young bands. Mr. Nowlin currently teaches instrumental music in the Breckville-Broadview Heights School District (Ohio) where he directs high school wind ensemble, marching band, and jazz ensemble. Ryan's Steadfast Overture uses lyrical melodies that are very accessible to the beginning musician. Written in overture form, this piece gives young students a chance to be expressive. The main theme in each occurrence is treated in a different fashion, keeping it fresh to the ear. Although the middle section is performed at the same tempo, the phrase structure and feel provide the distinct contrast necessary in an overture. Perfect for one of your first concerts or contest/festival performances!
About Standard of Excellence in Concert
The Standard of Excellence In Concert series presents exceptional arrangements, transcriptions, and original concert and festival pieces for beginning and intermediate band. Each selection is correlated to a specific page in the Standard of Excellence Band Method, reinforcing and expanding skills and concepts introduced in the method up to that point. Exciting parts with extensive cross-cueing are presented for every player. Accessible ranges, appropriate rhythmic challenges, and creative percussion section writing enhance the pedagogical value of the series.Sold individually, each In Concert selection includes a full Conductor Score and enough student parts for large symphonic bands. Each student part also includes correlated Warm-Up Studies. The Conductor Score comes complete with rehearsal suggestions, a composer biography, program notes, a rehearsal piano part, several ready-to-duplicate worksheets and a duplicable written quiz.
SKU: AP.BD9705C
UPC: 029156273212. English.
Picture the towering majesty of mountains, wreathed in clouds at times, brilliant in sunshine at other times. The serene grandeur and beauty are testaments to peace within nature and within the soul of man. Douglas Wagner's overture for band presents an opportunity in performance to scale new heights in dramatic expression and allows all elements of the human spirit to focus on the beauty of sound. Captivating!
SKU: CL.012-3022-75
An exciting and dynamic composition by James Swearingen that is certain to become one of his most popular and often performed pieces. Beginning with a slow expressive introduction, it soon segues into an Allegro Con Brio section which is impressive and spirited. Solidly scored in the patented Swearingen manner, this exceptional work will help inspire mid-level bands to new musical heights. Outstanding choice for almost any performance situation!
SKU: CF.CAS149F
ISBN 9781491163153. UPC: 680160921904. Key: G major.
This exciting piece will help orchestra students soar to new heights! The brisk, consistent tempo will keep all players engaged as they alternate playing the two main themes. Light staccato accompaniments offer the opportunity to practice a brushed bow stroke, and Violin I and Bass sections will encounter some easy shifting. Accented syncopation with ties across the bar are performed in all sections, perfect for refining subdividing skills. This piece was inspired by the sight of a majestic falcon flying effortlessly over the scenic landscape of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia.
About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series
This series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
SKU: CF.CAS149
ISBN 9781491162811. UPC: 680160921560. Key: G major.
