Suite for Winds and Percussion

SKU: HL.49019228

ISBN 9790001187206. UPC: 841886018563. 8.25x11.75x0.29 inches.

SKU: HL.4002870

UPC: 884088353032. 9x12 inches.

Commissione d by Prattville (Alabama) High School, this work in three movements pays tribute to that city's founder, Daniel Pratt, who was one of the leading industrialists of the early 1800s. Including movements entitled “Fanfare for a New Era,” “Ode: The Southern Landscape,” and “Perpetual Motion: Machines,” composer Johnnie Vinson uses creative scoring and intriguing sounds to recreate this period of American history in an impressive work for band. Duration: 7:30 (Grade 4).

SKU: BT.DHP-0890148-020

This 4-movement suite is based on authentic folktunes from the beautiful southern province in France: the Provence. The composer used an harmonic language respecting the popular characteristics, but on the other hand also contains some spicy notes (... just like the wellknown Provençal sauce! ...). The instrumentation is very colourful, paying a lot of attention to the different timbres of both brass and wood winds as well as to the percussion section.Every movement has its own character: Un Ange a fa la crido (= An angel brought the creed / credo) is like a bourrée, Adam e sa Coumpagnou (= Adam and his companion) is an old love song, Lou Fustié (= the carpenter)a fast dance and finally Lis Escoubo (= a whistle tune / popular ballad) is a farandole. In the latter, the old tradition of folk musicians who play a whistle with one hand and a drum with the other hand, is clearly represented during the first presentations of the one and only theme)Although this piece is not too demanding, a well balanced band is necessary to perform it successfully. Thanks to the contrasts and the varying colours, it keeps on holding the attention.

Dieses vierteilige Werk basiert auf alten Volksliedern aus der Provençe. Der Komponist verwendet diese Melodien in einer farbig instrumentierten Suite und braucht hierbei eine Klangsprache, die einerseits den volkstümlichen Charakter nichtverleugnet, aber andererseits doch ab und zu eine pikante Note enthält.Die Teile sind: Un ange a fa la crido, Adam e sa coumpagno, Lou Fusti en Lis Escoubo.

SKU: CL.121-0217-00

8 Player Four Movements playable as a Suite or individual pieces. I. Windstone II. Drone Dance III. Distant Songs and Incantations IV. Visions and Jubilations Equipment needed on various Movements: Instrumentation: P1-Bells; P2-Xylophone, Triangle; P3-Marimba, Maracas; P4-Chimes, sleigh balls; P5-Vibraphone; P6-Timpani (4), Triangle; P7-Snare Drum, Wind Chime, Sleigh Bells; P8-Suspended Cymbal, Tom-Toms (4), Temple Blocks (5).

SKU: PR.11441964S

UPC: 680160681754.

SKU: PR.11441964L

UPC: 680160681761.

SKU: FJ.B1545S

English.

Lush harmonies and lyrical phrases support an unforgettable melody in this incredibly expressive lullaby. Approachable by the youngest of bands, this amazingly artistic composition is also well suited for mature ensembles. Quality literature that will showcase the musicality of your students.

About FJH Concert Band

Desig ned for high school groups and upper-level middle school groups. Independence is encouraged, but many lines are cross-cued. Usually includes an expanded percussion section. Grades 3 - 3.5

SKU: PR.11540231F

ISBN 9781491108413. UPC: 680160636907. 9x12 inches.

The High Songs, a commission from 12 bands across the country, became a 24-minute suite for Amplified Cello and Chamber Winds of five movements, an instrumental song cycle featuring the solo cello in high tessitura. The calm opening (Nepenthe) is followed by a big band evocation (Moto Perpetuo). Pann further explores the ensemble with Passacaglias and Adjusting the Torque (a nod to fellow composer Michael Torke), then finishes the suite with a simple Song for Heidi, which features a piano duet. When Carter Pann writes a substantial work exploring the vitality and colors of the wind ensemble, the results are guaranteed to be ravishing.

SKU: HL.4003186

UPC: 884088654030. 9.0x12.0x0.081 inches.

John Barnes Chance composed his landmark work for band, Incantation and Dance, in 1960 while in residence at the high school in Greensboro, North Carolina. Commissioned by the Union County (NC) Honor Band, Prelude and Pursuit pays tribute to this important composition and its North Carolina connection. A haunting chant-like theme played by the clarinets sets the tone for the slow section. Similar to Chance's work, the fast section begins with percussion instruments introducing thematic elements later picked up and developed by the winds. Intensifying rhythmic elements, as well as carefully controlled random playing effects, contribute to an overall sense of excitement and anticipation. Themes are woven throughout various sections of the band before the opening chant motif makes a brief dramatic appearance near the end. A great teaching tool for young players, Prelude and Pursuit also provides a rewarding performance experience. Dur: 4:50.