Nearly 400 years ago (in 1609) Henry Hudson and his ship the Half Moon explored the majestic river that was later to bear his name. Half Moon on the Hudson pays tribute to this area of New York and the spirit ofexploration and adventure. A regal fanfare announces the beginning of the work followed by an energetic and rhythmic section that features various sections of the band answering one another. An emotional and chorale-like middlesection provides a calmer mood along with lush harmonizations. The brass and percussion sections herald the final segment driving to a dramatic conclusion of this rewarding work for winds. Dur: 6:30 (Includes full performance CD)

Using the familiar carol Deck the Hall as a starting point, Richard has created a high-energy fantasy perfect for the holiday season. The melody is passed from section to section amid a variety of textures and moods. Entertaining and festive!

Mvt. 3 of Minnesota Portraits-Enjoy a jubilant celebration of sounds and rhythms in this refreshing work that musically explores the exhilaration of snowboarding or skateboarding on the ?halfpipe.? Composer Samuel Hazo uses an energetic percussionfabric combined with twisting and turning patterns of melodies and riffs in this challenging and appealing offering for band. Dur: 3:50

Ecrit dans les années 1980 par l?auteur-compositeurinterprète canadien Leonard Cohen on pourrait dire que cette chanson émouvante a atteint un statut presque légendaire avec son apparence fréquente sur télévision ou dans des films. Enregistré par de divers artistes comme Bob Dylan Bon Jovi et Justin Timberlake il fi gure aussi dans le premier film Shrek et plus récemment dans la cérémonie d?ouverture des Jeux Olympiques d?Hiver 2010 à Vancouver. Voici un arrangement superbe pour band.

This landmark ballad by Leonard Cohen has been recorded by countless artists and continues to be featured in TV and film notably in the movie Shrek. Here's a marvelous version with flexible scoring options for smaller groups.

A huapango popularized by Miguel Aceves Mejia (“El Rey del Falsete”) this song is written with syncopated rhythms in the armonia section and provides harmonies characteristic of this style of music.HalLeonard Mariachi Series• Each arrangement includes a professionally recorded demonstration CD• Scored for Violins Trumpets Armonia Guitarron and Vocal• Instrumentation options for Flutes Guitar and Bass

This large-scale three-movement work commissioned by Ray Cramer and the Indiana University Wind Ensemble embodies the transformation of silence into sound. The opening movement is sparse utilizing mallet percussion harp andpiano to create a floating sense of timelessness. Featuring extensive solo flute this floating texture gradually builds over several minutes ultimately launching itself into a grandiose warm harmonically consonant blanket ofsound. The second movement continues the focus on solo flute and again opens slowly gradually gaining momentum but at a faster pace than in the first movement. The music spirals upward and outward but instead of reaching aplateau winds itself out and comes to a grinding halt in the upper range of the ensemble. Five brief solemn chords conclude the movement which immediately erupts into Movement III music of unceasing unsettling motion propelled by a driving ostinato which is repeatedly interrupted by bittersweet moments of lyricism all the while pushing toward an unforgiving climax. The movements may also be performed separately. There is no explicit narrativeto the piece though many particular elements do have personal quasi-biographical significance. Ultimately this is music of both personal and musical transformation.NOTE: This work is available as a rental item directlyfrom the composer. For details e-mail rental@stevenbryant.com. The score is also available separately for purchase from Hal Leonard.

Nothing says 50's rock and roll like this tune originally recorded by Bill Haley & The Comets. Great swingin' fun for any occasion!

Drawing inspiration from the haunting beauty of the ring of mist that sometimes surrounds the moon (known as lunar halo) and also the legends and folklore associated with this phenomenon Richard has created a masterful work for the concert stage. Into Moonlight's Mist opens quietly with transparent colors then gradually builds and evolves throughout by adding layers of tonal richness and rhythmic intensity. Dur: 4:30

Highlights from-Starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper the latest movie version of A Star Is Born brings this poignant story to life with dramatic and moving new songs. Includes: 'Shallow' 'Always Remember Us This Way' 'I'll Never Love Again' 'Maybe It's Time' and 'Is That Alright''

Half human half machine - the cyborgs are about to invade planet Earth! Robert uses his background in composing sci-fi scores for television to create this epic cinematic composition that pits humanity against the sinister cyborg army. Skillfullyscored for 2nd year players Attack of the Cyborgs sounds more impressive and advanced than its grade level would suggest. Dur: 2:30