Freedom Overture

Band concert band - Grade 3

SKU: KJ.JB20F

Composed by Lennie Niehaus. Bandworks. Jazz. Score. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #JB20F. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.JB20F).

In traditional ABA form, this overture salutes America and its many freedoms. The fast sections offer a great introduction to mixed meters, while the sensitive middle section features flowing solos for first chair players.

Band concert band - Grade 3

SKU: KJ.JB20

Composed by Lennie Niehaus. Bandworks. Jazz. Score and set of parts. Neil A. Kjos Music Company #JB20. Published by Neil A. Kjos Music Company (KJ.JB20).

In traditional ABA form, this overture salutes America and its many freedoms. The fast sections offer a great introduction to mixed meters, while the sensitive middle section features flowing solos for first chair players.

Orchestra

SKU: PR.416415760

For Really Big Orchestra. Composed by PDQ Bach. Edited by Prof. Peter Schickele. Study Score. With Standard notation. Duration 11 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #416-41576. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.416415760).

UPC: 680160636532. 9 x 12 inches.

The 1712 Overture stands out in P.D.Q. Bach's oeuvre for two reasons, among others: it is by far the most programmatic instrumental piece among those by the minimeister of Wein-am-Rhein so far unearthed, and 2) its discovery has led to a revelation about the composer's father, Johann Sebastian Bach, that has exploded like a bombshell on the usually serene musicological landscape. The overture is based on an anecdote told to P.D.Q. Bach by a cousin, Peter Ulrich. Since P.U. Bach lived in Dudeldorf, only a few miles down the road from Wein-am-Rhein, he was P.D.Q.'s closest relative, and he was, in fact, one of the few members of the family who was on speaking terms with P.D.Q. The story, related to P.D.Q. (fortunately for us posterity types) in a letter, may be summarized thus: The town of Dudeldorf was founded by two brothers, Rudi and Dieter Dudel, early in the 18th century. Rudi remained mayor of the newborn burg for the rest of his long life, but Dieter had a dream of starting a musicians' colony, an entire city devoted to music, which dream, he finally decided, could be realized only in the New World. In 1712, he and several other bagpipers sailed to Boston, never to return to Germany. (Henceforth, Rudi became known as der deutscher Dudel and Dieter as the Yankee Dudel). Unfortunately, the head of the Boston Musicians' Guild had gotten wind of Dudel's plans, and Wilhelm Wiesel (pron. VEE-zle), known none too affectionately around town as Wiesel the Weasel, was not about to share what few gigs there were in colonial America with more foreigners and outside agitators. He and his cronies were on hand to meet Dudel's boat when it pulled into Boston Harbor; they intended to prevent the newcomers' disembarkation, but Dudel and his companions managed to escape to the other side of the bay in a dinghy, landing with just enough time to rent a carriage and horses before hearing the sound of The Weasel and his men, who had had to come around the long way. The Germans headed West, with the Bostonians in furious pursuit. soon the city had been left far behind, and by midnight so had the pursuers; Dieter Dudel decided that it was safe for him and his men to stop and sleep until daybreak. When they awoke, they found that they were in a beautiful landscape of low, forested mountains and pleasant fields, warmed by the brilliant morning sun and serenaded by an entrancing variety of birds. Here, Dudel thought, her is where I will build my colony. The immigrants continued down the road at a leisurely pace until they came upon a little church, all by itself in the countryside, from which there suddenly emanated the sounds of a pipe organ. At this point, the temptation to quote from P.U. Bach's letter to P.D.Q. cannot be resisted: They went inside and, after listening to the glorious music for a while, introduced themselves to the organist. And who do you think it was? Are you ready for this -- it was your old man! Hey, no kidding -- you know, I'm sure, that your father was the guy to get when it came to testing new organs, and whoever had that one in Massachusetts built offered old Sebastian a tidy sum to go over there and check it out. The unexpected meeting with J.S. Bach and his sponsors was interrupted by the sound of horse hooves, as the dreaded Wiesel and his men thundered on to the scene. They had been riding all night, however, and they were no spring chickens to start with, and as soon as they reached the church they all dropped, exhausted, to the ground. The elated Germans rang the church bells and offered to buy everyone a beer at the nearest tavern. There they were taught, and joined in singing, what might be called the national anthem of the New World. The melody of this pre-revolutionary patriotic song is still remembered (P.D.Q. Bach quotes it, in the bass instruments, near the end of the overture), but is words are now all but forgotten: Freedom, of thee we sing, Freedom e'er is our goal; Death to the English King, Long live Rock and Ross. The striking paucity of biographical references to Johann Sebastian Bah during the year 1712 can now be explained: he was abroad for a significant part of that year, testing organs in the British Colonies. That this revelation has not been accepted as fact by the musicological establishment is no surprise, since it means that a lot of books would have to be rewritten. The members of that establishment haven't even accepted the existence of P.D.Q. Bach, one of whose major works the 1712 Overture certainly is. It is also a work that shows Tchaikowsky up as the shameless plagiarizer that some of us have always known he was. The discovery of this awesome opus was made possible by a Boston Pops Centennial Research Commission; the first modern performance took place at the opening concert of the 100th anniversary season of that orchestra, under the exciting but authentic direction of John Williams.

Orchestra

SKU: PR.41641576L

For Really Big Orchestra. Composed by PDQ Bach. Edited by Peter Schickele. Large Score. With Standard notation. Duration 11 minutes. Theodore Presser Company #416-41576L. Published by Theodore Presser Company (PR.41641576L).

UPC: 680160636549. 11 x 17 inches.

The 1712 Overture stands out in P.D.Q. Bach's oeuvre for two reasons, among others: it is by far the most programmatic instrumental piece among those by the minimeister of Wein-am-Rhein so far unearthed, and 2) its discovery has led to a revelation about the composer's father, Johann Sebastian Bach, that has exploded like a bombshell on the usually serene musicological landscape. The overture is based on an anecdote told to P.D.Q. Bach by a cousin, Peter Ulrich. Since P.U. Bach lived in Dudeldorf, only a few miles down the road from Wein-am-Rhein, he was P.D.Q.'s closest relative, and he was, in fact, one of the few members of the family who was on speaking terms with P.D.Q. The story, related to P.D.Q. (fortunately for us posterity types) in a letter, may be summarized thus: The town of Dudeldorf was founded by two brothers, Rudi and Dieter Dudel, early in the 18th century. Rudi remained mayor of the newborn burg for the rest of his long life, but Dieter had a dream of starting a musicians' colony, an entire city devoted to music, which dream, he finally decided, could be realized only in the New World. In 1712, he and several other bagpipers sailed to Boston, never to return to Germany. (Henceforth, Rudi became known as der deutscher Dudel and Dieter as the Yankee Dudel). Unfortunately, the head of the Boston Musicians' Guild had gotten wind of Dudel's plans, and Wilhelm Wiesel (pron. VEE-zle), known none too affectionately around town as Wiesel the Weasel, was not about to share what few gigs there were in colonial America with more foreigners and outside agitators. He and his cronies were on hand to meet Dudel's boat when it pulled into Boston Harbor; they intended to prevent the newcomers' disembarkation, but Dudel and his companions managed to escape to the other side of the bay in a dinghy, landing with just enough time to rent a carriage and horses before hearing the sound of The Weasel and his men, who had had to come around the long way. The Germans headed West, with the Bostonians in furious pursuit. soon the city had been left far behind, and by midnight so had the pursuers; Dieter Dudel decided that it was safe for him and his men to stop and sleep until daybreak. When they awoke, they found that they were in a beautiful landscape of low, forested mountains and pleasant fields, warmed by the brilliant morning sun and serenaded by an entrancing variety of birds. Here, Dudel thought, her is where I will build my colony. The immigrants continued down the road at a leisurely pace until they came upon a little church, all by itself in the countryside, from which there suddenly emanated the sounds of a pipe organ. At this point, the temptation to quote from P.U. Bach's letter to P.D.Q. cannot be resisted: They went inside and, after listening to the glorious music for a while, introduced themselves to the organist. And who do you think it was? Are you ready for this -- it was your old man! Hey, no kidding -- you know, I'm sure, that your father was the guy to get when it came to testing new organs, and whoever had that one in Massachusetts built offered old Sebastian a tidy sum to go over there and check it out. The unexpected meeting with J.S. Bach and his sponsors was interrupted by the sound of horse hooves, as the dreaded Wiesel and his men thundered on to the scene. They had been riding all night, however, and they were no spring chickens to start with, and as soon as they reached the church they all dropped, exhausted, to the ground. The elated Germans rang the church bells and offered to buy everyone a beer at the nearest tavern. There they were taught, and joined in singing, what might be called the national anthem of the New World. The melody of this pre-revolutionary patriotic song is still remembered (P.D.Q. Bach quotes it, in the bass instruments, near the end of the overture), but is words are now all but forgotten: Freedom, of thee we sing, Freedom e'er is our goal; Death to the English King, Long live Rock and Ross. The striking paucity of biographical references to Johann Sebastian Bah during the year 1712 can now be explained: he was abroad for a significant part of that year, testing organs in the British Colonies. That this revelation has not been accepted as fact by the musicological establishment is no surprise, since it means that a lot of books would have to be rewritten. The members of that establishment haven't even accepted the existence of P.D.Q. Bach, one of whose major works the 1712 Overture certainly is. It is also a work that shows Tchaikowsky up as the shameless plagiarizer that some of us have always known he was. The discovery of this awesome opus was made possible by a Boston Pops Centennial Research Commission; the first modern performance took place at the opening concert of the 100th anniversary season of that orchestra, under the exciting but authentic direction of John Williams.

The Washington Winds, Edward S. Petersen, conductor A collection of outstanding compositions composed with young musicians in mind. An ideal model of tone quality, balance, blend, phrasing, and intonation for all developing band musicians. Let Evening Come, Robert Sheldon Northern Lights, Larry Neeck Antigua Bay, Ed Huckeby The Pinnacle , David Shaffer Park Street Celebration, James Swearingen Sirocco, Jerry Williams High Falls Overture , James Swearingen Tribute and Triumph, David Shaffer The Pioneer's Passage, Robert Sheldon Foxfire March, Ed Huckeby Deck The Halls With Dazzling Drummers, Jerry Williams Champions of Freedom March, Ken Harris Wyndham Variations , James Swearingen Battle Hymn Epic, Tim Loest Taco Time, Ed Huckeby Monster Rock, Tom Molter Of Kings and Christmas, Larry Neeck When The Koalas Do The Conga With The Kangaroos, Len Orcino Leader of The Class, Ed Huckeby Northpointe Fantasy, James Swearingen

The Washington Winds, Edward S. Petersen, conductor Young musicians enjoy hearing the music they perform and there is no better musical model than The Washington Winds. The music is technically less difficult but these selections are rich in harmony and filled with wonderful melodies. Should be in the library of every young musician and their band director. Stargazer, Shaffer Of Courage and Valor, Huckeby Bravura!, Neeck Atop A Scotish Highland, Neeck Now The Winters Come To Stay, Shaffer The Secrets of McDougal's Cave, Huckeby Bluin' The Blues, Arr. A. Clark Aspen Overture, Earl El Toro Rojo Grande, Orcino Panther In The Sky, Swearingen Fanfare For A New World, Neeck Let Freedom Ring!, Huckeby Ancient Echoes, Huckeby Surprises, Parish An Angelic Christmas, Rowe Away In A Manger, Arr. Huckeby Discover America March, Harris A Visit From St.Nicholas, Orcino A Crazy Mixed Up Christmas Concert, Shaffer Song of the Telegraph, Shaffer And To All A Good Night!, A.Clark Spring Fever, Shaffer SuperMom Symphony, Huckeby Jerusalem, Parry-Arr. Glover

Viola (2.2.2.2. - 2.2.0.0. - timp - str)

SKU: BR.OB-5267-19

Urtext. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Edited by Bastiaan Blomhert. Stapled. Orchester-Bibliothek (Orchestral Library). Overture; Classical. Part. 4 pages. Duration 6'. Breitkopf and Haertel #OB 5267-19. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.OB-5267-19).

ISBN 9790004332139. 9 x 12 inches.

Bars 282-285 or not? To this day, it has been impossible to ascertain exactly how Mozart wanted to end his Overture for a concert performance. Bastiaan Blomhert's source-critical new edition, which makes use for the first time of authentic performance material revised by Mozart himself, gives the conductor the freedom to choose between the two plausible alternatives. Johann André’ s concert close, the standard ending for nearly two centuries, went down in history as a historically legitimated version.

Basso (cello/double bass) (2.2.2.2. - 2.2.0.0. - timp - str)

SKU: BR.OB-5267-26

Urtext. Composed by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Edited by Bastiaan Blomhert. Stapled. Orchester-Bibliothek (Orchestral Library). Overture; Classical. Part. 4 pages. Duration 6'. Breitkopf and Haertel #OB 5267-26. Published by Breitkopf and Haertel (BR.OB-5267-26).

ISBN 9790004332146. 9 x 12 inches.

Bars 282-285 or not? To this day, it has been impossible to ascertain exactly how Mozart wanted to end his Overture for a concert performance. Bastiaan Blomhert's source-critical new edition, which makes use for the first time of authentic performance material revised by Mozart himself, gives the conductor the freedom to choose between the two plausible alternatives. Johann André’ s concert close, the standard ending for nearly two centuries, went down in history as a historically legitimated version.

By Johann Sebastian Bach. (CD). Instructional. CD only. Published by Devine Entertainment Corporation.

String orchestra (88555) with optional 3rd violin/viola TC (3), piano and percussion - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.9106

Composed by Various. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Patriotic. Score and set of parts. Duration 4 minutes, 10 seconds. Kendor Music Inc #9106. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.9106).

UPC: 822795091069.

This medley of 7 patriotic tunes contains excellent material for concert performances and celebrations. The accelerando and ritards leading to/from tempo changes demand that players watch the conductor carefully. The piece closes out fast and strong, and use of the optional percussion part for snare and bass drums will contribute to the patriotic mood. Duration 4:10. Available in SmartMusic.

String Orchestra string orchestra with opt. 3rd Violin/Viola TC 3, piano and percussion - Grade 2.5

SKU: KN.09106S

Composed by Various. Arranged by John Caponegro. Solo or Ensemble. Voyager String Orchestra. Kendor Music Inc #09106S. Published by Kendor Music Inc (KN.09106S).

UPC: 822795091069.

This medley of 7 patriotic tunes contains excellent material for concert performances and celebrations. The accelerando and ritards leading to/from tempo changes demand that players watch the conductor carefully. The piece closes out fast and strong, and use of the optional percussion part for snare and bass drums will contribute to the patriotic mood. Duration 4:10. Available in SmartMusic.

Concert band - Grade 1

SKU: CL.023-4331-01

Overture for Band. Young Concert Band. Sound Foundations Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR383). Extra full score. Composed 2014. Duration 2 minutes, 13 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #023-4331-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.023-4331-01).

Somerset County, located in the state of Pennsylvania, is the inspiration for this overture. It is dedicated to the many residents who, over the past several years, have worked tirelessly to create a proper and fitting tribute to the heroes of Flight 93 that went down in a field on September 11, 2001. The music is meant to remind us that we should never forget the brave acts of those citizen soldiers who fought to protect our freedoms. Inspirational!

For voice and C instrument. Format: fakebook. With vocal melody, lyrics and chord names. Traditional pop and vocal standards. Series: Hal Leonard Fake Books. 424 pages. 9x12 inches. Published by Hal Leonard.

Scott Joplin Reconsidered. Composed by Scott Joplin (1868-1917). Edited by Lara Downes. Collection. Theodore Presser Company #440-40028. Published by Theodore Presser Company

By Jerry Silverman. For piano/vocal. Songbook. American. Level: Intermediate. Book. Size 8.75x11.75. 272 pages. Published by Mel Bay Publications, Inc.

Arranged by Dana F. Everson. For pep band (flute). Partbook. Published by David E. Smith

Arranged by Dana F. Everson. For pep band (percussion). Partbook. Published by David E. Smith

By John Edmondson, Anne McGinty. Band. For concert band. Program/technic book. Queenwood Beginning Band. Book G,7. Conductor's score and CD. Published by Queenwood Publications

Concert Band (SCORE)

SKU: HL.44013453

American Overture. Composed by Dirk Brossé. De Haske Concert Band. Concert. Softcover. Duration 405 seconds. De Haske Publications #DHP1196071. Published by De Haske Publications (HL.44013453).

UPC: 888680927660.

In the summer of 2010 Dirk Brossé was appointed music director of The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia. During his inauguration concert in September that year he brought a musical surprise to the city in which he would work for the next ten years. Philadelphia, an American Overture is dedicated to the people of America's first capital city. We hear the energy, the power, the freedom and the vitality of the multi-ethnic “City of Brotherly Love.”.

Arranged by Dana F. Everson. For pep band (trumpet/clarinet II). Partbook. Published by David E. Smith

Arranged by Dana F. Everson. For pep band (trombone/baritone horn [BC]/bassoon/cello). Partbook. Published by David E. Smith