SKU: FJ.B1780S
English.
Fear, anxiety, adrenaline, and a sheer rush of excitement all take center stage in this musical depiction of a rollercoaster ride. After percussion simulate the sound of a lift hill, the ride is off in an action-packed series of drops, turns, and loops. Eventually the riders get their hands up in the air and revel in the unabashed joy of the moment before the ride comes to its end. Unique and powerful!
About FJH Beginning Band
Appropriate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.
Appro priate within the first year of instruction and beginning of the second year. Clarinets do not go above the break, and there is limited use of accidentals. Plenty of doublings in the lower voices. Grade 1.
SKU: AP.29465S
UPC: 038081319803. English.
The opening measures of Thrill Ride depict our first glimpse of the giant structure. This is followed by the slow ride up the lift-hill and the blood-chilling first drop that begins our journey on this musical roller coaster. To ride a roller coaster is to experience a collection of emotions: confidence, regret, fear, and euphoria to name a few. In short, we are confronted with our own mortality. (3:30).
SKU: JU.JMG1358
Saddle up your one-horse open sleigh for a Leroy Anderson organ joy ride! In this mini collection, accomplished arranger Robert Gower has put his masterful touch on three Anderson gems: Song of the Bells, A Trumpeter’s Lullaby, and Sleigh Ride. The result is an addition to your concert repertoire that will thrill player and listeners alike, while celebrating the genius of one of America’s most beloved composers.
SKU: FJ.B1227S
Equus, Latin for horse, takes us on a thrilling ride on one of these magnificent animals. Wood blocks help create the sound of the horse as the ensemble comes along for the ride. A serene section at the same tempo almost seems to slow the ride down, so listeners can take the time to appreciate the scenery around them. The opening material then returns as the piece comes to a strong conclusion.
SKU: CL.RWS-2024-00
A sonic daydream in three parts, Journey Imagined describes a magical journey through the mind free from the limits of earth. This exhilarating, adventurous and dramatic thrill ride explores melodic themes that are as exciting to play as they are to hear. The variety of styles and concepts within make this an excellent choice for concert or contest!
SKU: CL.012-4733-00
The Lost City of Shambhala takes the listener on a journey to the discovery of the mythical utopia, nested in the Himalayas. In Sanskrit, Shambhala means place of peace, and the music paints an Eden-esque landscape shrouded in mystery. But it is soon discovered that entry into the city is well-guarded and met with hostility as the music shifts to a heavily percussive, driving thrill-ride of shifting 7/8 and 4/4 time signatures. An exciting and energetic work that makes a fantastic addition to any program!
SKU: FJ.B1840S
A moonlit chase through a darkened forest... A haunted galop-esque character that adds to the thrill... This exciting work features dissonant harmonies, driving percussion, and optional synthesizer to create everything from an organ to voices and an eerie harpsichord. A frighteningly good choice to offer a little something different on your next concert!
SKU: HL.49046367
ISBN 9781540083876. UPC: 840126906288. 7.0x10.5x0.14 inches. English - Latin.
This cycle of five contrasting songs takes its title from the poem of Robert Frost. The various texts in the piece reference both inner space and outer space, both within oneself and in interstellar space. The first song speaks of places of emptiness and fear, but also of home. The second song, with a text by Sappho, references the lovely moon and stars. The third song, with a text by Whitman taken from 'On the Beach at Night Alone', uses the repeated word 'all' to present a sense of the infinite. The fourth song, with a text by William Cullen Bryant, is a fast thrill ride beginning with the words, 'Away, away!'. The cycle ends with a meditation on the words 'Lux Aeterna'. Pierre Jalbert.
SKU: PR.114423880
ISBN 9781491136584. UPC: 680160689422.
Amlin ’s dazzling moto perpetuo brilliantly weaves together a pair of trumpets, at times playing in harmony, at times spelling each other through subtle dovetailing of phrases, and always maintaining excitement through a self-refreshing thrill ride. Mercurial rhythmic groupings keep listeners (and performers) on their toes, particularly with a soundscape of piano interjections suggesting a pulse where we least expect it. This 4½-minute gem is for advanced players.
SKU: HL.4003463
UPC: 884088908416. 9.0x12.0x0.063 inches.
The pursuit is on! In the compelling style of classic spy music, Codebreaker takes your band into the world of intrigue and espionage. Though written for young band, Codebreaker's effective orchestration gives it the sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. A non-stop thrill ride full of suspense and adventure! (Grade 2.5) Dur: 2:40.
SKU: CL.012-4733-01
SKU: FJ.B1840
UPC: 241444430286. English.
SKU: KN.09153S
UPC: 822795091533.
This grade 2+ original is a dramatic musical portrait of the quintessential pop culture super/space/action/advent ure hero. Each string section plays a significant role in musically portraying the toils and perils our hero must endure to finally win the day. Developing string players will enjoy the many opportunities to play expressively through a wide range of emotions. A thrill ride for your audience! Each set includes three copies of the 3rd Violin/Viola T.C. part. Duration 3:20.
SKU: AP.29724
UPC: 038081320069. English.
With jubilant melodies and a light, festive style, this wonderful new composition is the perfect selection for your holiday concert! Students and audiences alike will thrill to the brisk, joyful style while teachers will appreciate how their students receive valuable experience with basic shifting, syncopation and part independence. Everyone gets a turn at the carefree melodies and a sleigh bell part is included for extra holiday color. (3:00).
SKU: CF.CPS151F
ISBN 9780825896446. UPC: 798408096441. 9 x 12 inches.
A fast paced opener or closer, this piece is a wide-open thrill ride from the start! This has all the makings to be a smash hit piece for concert band. Feel the rush!
SKU: KN.9153
SKU: CL.RWS-2024-01
SKU: KJ.SO264F
Movement I: Ichabod's Walk Movement II: Hessian's Ride Another exciting work from top-selling composer Kirt Mosier! The two-movement piece is based on The Legend of Sleep Hollow: the first section is an off-beat tango, and the second is a blazing musical chase over a motor rhythm. A thrilling ride!
SKU: AP.6-828867
ISBN 9780486828862. English.
The music of Richard Wagner can be daunting to beginning pianists, but this collection offers an accessible approach to the famous nineteenth-century composer's works. The arrangements focus on Wagner's melodies and style, presenting manageable excerpts from the more abstract works in simplified keys and with suggested fingerings. More than 30 pieces consist chiefly of selections from Wagner's operas. Highlights include the thrilling Ride of the Valkyries from Die Valküre, the second of the four Ring Cycle operas. Other pieces from the epic musical series include Siegfried the Hero from Siegfried and Song of the Rhine Daughters from Götterdämmerung. The collection also features pieces from Parsifal,Tannhäuser, The Flying Dutchman,Rienzi, Lohengrin, and Tristan und Isolde, as well as other works. Each selection features a brief Introduction that provides historical context and, in some cases, suggestions for performance.
SKU: AP.38442
UPC: 038081437422. English.
This is one that Beethoven should have written for strings! Enjoy the exuberant opening of this 1798 piano sonata in the classical style of Beethoven's early period. In traditional sonata-allegro form, this piece gives a thrilling ride through a wide range of dynamics to create an unforgettably dramatic experience for listeners and performers alike. The arranger has included suggested cuts if time is a consideration. An exciting addition to the repertoire!
SKU: CF.CAS44
ISBN 9780825867118. UPC: 798408067113. 8.5 X 11 inches. Key: G minor.
This is a tour-de-force for the advancing string orchestra. Beautiful, dramatic, and flowing, Waterloo Station is very fresh and contemporary. Students will love it for the lush harmonic textures and rhythmic drive that this composer is so noted for.Composed as a characterization of the fast-paced atmosphere of London’s Waterloo Train Station, this fast-slow-fast piece combines technical excitement with heartfelt simplicity.The fast section in G minor consists of two main parts: the intense, emotional A section at m. 21 and the legato, sweeping B section at m. 59. The syncopated tutti figures in the high strings coupled with the fiery cello and bass lines propel the fast sections. The phrase in mm. 1–8 recurs throughout. Making four- to eight-measure exercises of this section below tempo in the violins and viola, focusing on rhythmic clarity, will help to lock in the syncopation. Similarly, the cello and bass should rehearse this slowly as well as mm. 9–16 to gain fluidity and insure a solid foundation.The cellos carry the tune at m. 71, and the ensemble builds from mm. 79–86 to the transition at m. 87. An abrupt change to half tempo here slows the momentum and transitions to a quiet, melancholy tone in m. 91. The middle section (ABA) begins in G minor with a somber quality, highlighted by the Violin I solo. It gradually builds to a beautiful, uplifting setting as it moves to G major in m. 100. Returning back to the hushed G minor tonality, it then speeds up again and transitions back to Tempo I for a brief recapitulation of the fast section. Measure 117 marks the return to vigorous playing, beginning softly and building to a thrilling ride to the end.
About Carl Fischer Concert String Orchestra Series
Thi s series of pieces (Grade 3 and higher) is designed for advancing ensembles. The pieces in this series are characterized by:
SKU: WE.GMM228SC
Written for the Gulfport, MS High School Band, this monumental work for more advanced bands has all of the elements needed to make it an outstanding band work. Following an opening fanfare of powerful grandeur and ear-catching harmony, a fast and edgy theme featuring solo trumpet offers the listener a thrilling ride to a more lyrical second theme area. Building developmental sections add further excitement to a work that is a fitting tribute to the proud tradition of the Gulfport Band.
