SKU: MH.1-59913-066-1
ISBN 9781599130668.
The discovery of the yellow metal at Sutter's Mill in California's Sacramento Valley in 1849 was only the beginning of subsequent gold-rushes to occur in the state. Gold-Rush Rag was written to commemorate all of the California gold rushes from past to present -- not only for the precious metal, but for all the opportunities that California has offered. This work is dedicated to the Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band, conducted by Dr. Lester E. Lehr. Ensemble instrumentation: 1 Piccolo, 6 Flutes, 2 Oboe 1-2, 2 Bassoon 1-2, 1 Eb Clarinet, 4 Bb Clarinet 1, 4 Bb Clarinet 2, 4 Bb Clarinet 3, 1 Eb Alto Clarinet, 3 Bb Bass Clarinet, 4 Eb Alto Saxophone 1-2, 1 Bb Tenor Saxophone, 1 Eb Baritone Saxophone, 3 Bb Cornet 1, 3 Bb Cornet 2, 3 Bb Cornet 3, 2 Horn in F 1-2, 2 Horn in F 3-4, 2 Trombone 1, 2 Trombone 2, 2 Trombone 3, 3 Euphonium BC, 2 Euphonium TC, 5 Tuba, 1 Bells, 2 Triangle/Tambourine, 3 Snare Drum/Bass Drum/Crash Cymbals.
SKU: CL.024-4205-01
In 1849 a gold rush took place in California that changed America forever. As the news spread, thousands of '49ers traveled with hopes of discovering great wealth that they never dreamed possible! This exciting work begins with a beautiful lyrical melody reminding us of simpler days and propels us forward with the excitement that the '49ers felt discovering gold. A perfect festival work for young bands!
SKU: CL.012-3806-01
The California Gold Rush began on January 24, 1848, when gold was discovered by James W. Marshall at Sutter's Mill, in Coloma, California. Using unique scoring techniques and multiple tambourines as pans, Eureka is David Shaffer’s musical depiction of the first miners attempts at panning gold from the American River and their perilous trip by horseback to San Francisco to stake their claim. Breathtaking musical excitement, simple but clever staging of the panners combined with the historical importance of that era will make this composition a must for your concert repertoire. Appropriate for festival, contest, and concert programs, this composition will make a rousing closer to any program.
SKU: CL.012-3806-75
The California Gold Rush began on January 24, 1848, when gold was discovered by James W. Marshall at Sutter's Mill, in Coloma, California. Using unique scoring techniques and multiple tambourines as pans, Eureka is David Shaffer's musical depiction of the first miners attempts at panning gold from the American River and their perilous trip by horseback to San Francisco to stake their claim. Breathtaking musical excitement, simple but clever staging of the panners combined with the historical importance of that era will make this composition a must for your concert repertoire. Appropriate for festival, contest, and concert programs, this composition will make a rousing closer to any program.
SKU: AP.45892S
UPC: 038081526546. English. Traditional American.
Imagining the Alaska Klondike gold rush calls up visions of fortune seekers, turn-of-the-century dance halls, and adventure! Klondike Fiddles captures those moods in a medley of two authentic fiddle tunes from that by-gone era by Andrew H. Dabczynski. These delightful melodies---March of the Gold Miners and Crooked Stovepipe---fall under the fingers of intermediate string students, with interesting parts for all players, body percussion sounds, and challenging optional improvisation opportunities. Here's a piece that complements any concert program and will have the players and audience tapping their toes! (3:50).
SKU: AP.45892
UPC: 038081526539. English. Traditional American.
