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Slightly spanish in flavor, the bold forceful sounds of this composition are sure to appeal to your students and audience alike.
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.
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Introduce your students to the 6/8 march style with this classic arranged for mid-level bands by Andy Clark. Perfect for any concert or contest performance where a spirited march is appropriate. An outstanding teaching tool and a great solid sounding march!
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A highly effective little rock piece that gives all sections a chance to shine and gives your students a chance to express the ‘blues’. This one is certain to be a favorite of young players.
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Adapted from the Banchetto Musicale of German composer, Johann Hermann Schein, this Baroque era transcription is characteristic of early German instrumental music. With limited instrumentation and ranges, this new arrangement by Ed Huckeby provides an accessible and authentic way to introduce your students to the music of the past in a meaningful and educational manner. Great music!
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A delightful piece for developing bands that is European in flavor and its distinctive style is sure to make it a wonderful addition to any concert or contest performance. Ranges are quite modest and Orcino makes outstanding use of sudden dynamic changes to add to the general effect. All sections get a chance to shine in this welcome addition to the literature for developing bands. Very highly recommended!
SKU: CL.011-3972-01
Robert W. Smith's continues his very popular bell carol series with this holiday stop in beautiful Ireland. Celtic Bell Carol begins with the saxophone and flute evoking mysterious images of Celtic dancers as they prepare for their holiday celebration. The percussion section is featured throughout with infectious Irish rhythms added to the famous Ukrainian Bell Carol. This exciting setting will be the centerpiece or finale of your next holiday concert. Highly recommended!
SKU: CL.011-4483-01
Audiences have always loved Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus at the holiday season. Composed for chorus with orchestra, this arrangement presents this classic work as a brass quartet (taking the role of the chorus) with band accompaniment. Quartet parts are included for two trumpets, trombone (or baritone in either clef, or horn) and baritone (in either clef.) Transposed to B-flat major, this arrangement sounds very full and sonorous, and can be prepared with a minimal amount of rehearsal time. A guaranteed holiday spectacular which will enthrall your audience!
SKU: CL.011-4529-01
A joyful and exhilarating concert or festival piece for young bands that captures the emotions of a fun ride in a fast sports car! Full of musical interest and excitement from ignition to shutdown, all sections share in the melody with contrasting styles, interesting counterpoint, and rhythmic energy. All this and more make this a valuable contemporary teaching selection. Fasten your seatbelts, and rev up, this is one joyride you will not want to miss!
SKU: CL.011-4418-01
An opening fanfare gives the listener an immediate burst of energy before transitioning to a melodic dialogue that quickly evolves into an exciting rhythmic collaboration between all the instruments of the ensemble. A slower lyrical middle section weaves the melody seamlessly between the choirs of instruments. Flowing melodies, contemporary harmonies and effective percussion writing will make Visions of Glory a perfect festival selection.
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Traditional march favorites that can be performed by younger ensembles. Shaffer has crafted this contemporary medley of three of the most famous march melodies of all time; National Emblem, Colonel Bogey and The Billboard March.
SKU: CL.011-4308-01
Legend of Crystal Lake opens slowly with haunting and mysterious tonal mixture of woodwinds and solo trumpet. Quickly gaining energy the piece launches into a forceful woodwind rhythmic statement punctuated by brass and percussion. A lyrical ¾ middle section passes a delightful melody between each choir of instruments. The fresh and unique harmonies combined with the rhythmic excitement will make this musical journey a favorite of your students and your audiences. A wonderful choice for contest!
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At Peace provides bands of all levels an opportunity to show off their sensitive side. Beautiful and memorable themes are carefully balanced with very playable phrasing and doublings, making an expressive performance possible for bands with limited instrumentation. Simplicity of rhythm and range makes this work accessible to very young bands, while rich sonorities and expression help encourage a mature sounding performance. Highly recommended!
SKU: CL.011-4706-01
Karl King was the undisputed master of writing music for the circus, and Eclipse Galop is accelerated fun for your band from start to finish! This arrangement for the Barnhouse Command series places this circus classic well in the grasp of middle school and less experienced high school bands. Playable at a variety of tempos, your band will enjoy seeing just how fast they can go! Terrific fun!
SKU: CL.011-3961-01
Off Santa goes on his yearly journey. However, this year he encounters some rough winter weather along the way. Not to fear, Santa navigates the storm and he and his reindeer are on course again. Accessory percussion and timpani help create the blizzard effect. Solid scoring makes this very playable, and easy to put together under most performance situations. This is a humorous and entertaining novelty selection that is sure to be the hit of your next holiday concert. You'll want to program this every year!
SKU: CL.011-4171-01
Imagine an oasis in the desert. Far in the distance a caravan is sighted. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation, the quiet desert becoming louder and more animated as the large caravan approaches and passes. This scene is musically depicted in Larry Neeck’s Desert Caravan, which provides numerous opportunities for your band to work with melody, dynamics, and drama. Transport your audience to a faraway place, as the sounds of the camels and their herdsman slowly die away, and the caravan fades into the distance. A delightful musical journey!
SKU: CL.011-3417-00
Dedicated to the citizen soldiers of our country, the men and women of the National Guard and Armed Forces Reserves. Featuring a contemporary style that balances the percussive and energetic aspects of a march with a contrasting lyrical style, this stately march is propelled by an active snare drum part and the use of dotted-eighth-note/sixtee nth-note rhythms in the melody. Very unique and distinctive!
SKU: CL.011-2506-00
A terrific feature for young clarinet sections by noted film composer, Lennie Niehaus. The first clarinet parts (Gr.2 1/2) challenge your best young players while the second clarinet parts (Gr.2) build confidence in your weaker players by staying below the break. An appealing piece that will be a popular program number while creating big dividends for the future in your clarinet section.
SKU: CL.011-3120-01
A delightful holiday concert selection combining two well known French carols, He Is Born, The Holy One and Angels We Have Heard On High into a superb piece for younger bands. This tasteful arrangement will make your young players sound great and audiences will love it! Really Nice!
SKU: CL.011-3386-00
A lively and energetic overture by a talented new writer that is perfect for younger bands. Just a little bit on the easy side of grade 2, the second clarinets stay under the break throughout and the ranges of all instruments very reasonable and provide a strong solid sound. The very musical legato section features two short solos for trumpet. Excellent material for building confidence in young players. Don't miss this one!
SKU: CL.011-2418-00
Musical energy and emotional melodic writing best describe David Shaffer's newest contest/concert composition for young bands. From the opening fanfare to the majestic finale, this number provides younger players with stimulating musical material they will enjoy preparing. A valuable addition to any band library.
SKU: CL.011-2332-00
Evoking memories of one of America’s most beautiful areas, this striking John Tatgenhorst composition will add new dimensions to the sound of your intermediate level band. Most of this piece is to be performed at slower tempos and its dynamic percussion parts help to make Yellowstone a very impressive work that includes many tonal colors not usually found in pieces at this grade level.
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This sparkling march from the pen of Len Orcino brings all the thrilling sights, sounds and scents of the wonderful world of the circus. Modest technical demands make this bright march well within reach of developing young bands. Step right up, ladies and gentlemen, children of all ages, to the Three Ring Circus!.
SKU: CL.011-4420-01
Grab your sunglasses and get ready to groove as the trombones take the spotlight in this musical island adventure. From the opening drive of percussion to the ending cha-cha, your students and audience will be fully engaged and entertained. A great recruiting tool or just for fun on your next concert. Don’t miss this refreshing musical escapade. A surf-fire hit!
SKU: CL.011-2823-00
Extraordinarily nice, this Jerry Williams overture is deceptively easy. Contains memorable melodies, rhythmic interest and is perfectly suited for smaller bands or bands with less than an ideal instrumentation. A superb piece!
SKU: CL.011-2004-02
A slow, majestic developing band composition written in the style of stately English band music. As the title indicates, the trumpets are featured. Utilizing this composer’s rather unique method of writing. Trumpets Triumphant’â€℠¢ is scored to obtain a full sound from any band, and is playable by groups with unbalanced instrumentation. Equally suitable for festivals, ceremonies, concerts and contest.
SKU: CL.011-4263-00
In homage to the B movie suspense/horror genre of the 50s and 60s, Revenge of the Swarm is a fresh, unconventional, but musically and educationally satisfying new programmatic work for young band. Melodic themes are contrasted with jagged phrases, with lots of special percussion effects throughout. The striking instrumental colors contribute to a very entertaining and musically rewarding work, which will excite your students, and provide a unique musical moment for your audience.
SKU: CL.011-4884-00
Songs Of America contains arrangements of six patriotic classics, perfect for performances honoring veterans, Memorial Day, Independence Day, or any occasion requiring patriotic music. Included are America (My Country, ‘Tis Of Thee), America, The Beautiful, The Stars And Stripes Forever (trio), The Army Goes Rolling Along, Anchors Aweigh, and The Marines Hymn. Each arrangement includes an optional brief introduction, and may be used individually or collectively. Very straightforward in presentation, these easy-to-prepare patriotic songs will be perfect for many performance situations. Honor America by including these Songs Of America!.
SKU: CL.011-3548-00
A medley of favorite Christmas carols including Ding, Dong, Merrily on High and a jazz big-band version of Good King Wenceslas. Generous cross cueing and solid voicings make this playable by a wide range of ensembles. An exceptional choice to start the holiday season!
