This ballad marked Diahann Carroll's 1954 debut on Broadway in House of Flowers and was further made famous in a recording by Barbra Streisand. This setting by Paris Rutherford is a delightful change of pace for both jazz and pop ensembles with its...
Using various motifs from the film score of this movie classic, Jay builds an impressive closer that features dramatic moments and an exciting finish.
DetailsPublisher: MCAPublication Date: 05/1995Credits: John Williams/arr. Jay BocookLength: 10.50...
Building from a quiet beginning to a celebrative finish, this rhythmic anthem is unbridled fun. Perfect for Palm Sunday or any time during the year, it combines portions of the traditional Latin Sanctus text with an African melody. The result is a...
“Holy Spirit, come in wind and fire; dwell within our hearts, our souls now inspire.” This traditional African song presents a joyful text with music to match resulting in a celebration of the Spirit. Perform a cappella or accompanied....
Although popular with jazz players (notably John Coltrane) this classic tune is treated here in an Afro Cuban jazz style. The percussion play an integral and featured role as the melody is passed around and punctuated with full ensemble hits....
This striking orchestration of the Northern Irish melody that underlies the song “Danny Boy” offers intermediate bands an opportunity to explore the tune's soaring beauty through colorful phrasing and rich harmonic motion. The melody is...
Lionel Richie's monster hit from 1983 is back again with this driving arrangement for the field or stands. With an active percussion score and signature brass licks, let the party begin!
DetailsPublisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date: 02/2010Credits:...
This dynamic concert work from the magical pen of Samuel Hazo has been transformed into an extremely effective closer/production for the field. Designed to work especially well with small bands, this arrangement includes a powerful opening, a fugue...
Mozart composed this brief but deeply affecting work in June 1791. The present transcription follows Mozart's text literally, and uses the trumpets and trombones as substitutes for the chorus parts.Audio recorded by the Hudson Valley Wind Symphony;...
In this well-paced production the woodwinds and mallet percussion are featured on the famous melody of “Baby Elephant Walk.” Following a rock-style drum break, the low brass lead us into the ultimate spy theme “Peter Gunn,”...
From the hit movie Twilight, here is the haunting main theme in a beautiful setting for the field or stands. Performance options for the trumpet solo include alto sax or an amplified flute soloist.
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Originally recorded by the innovative jazz fusion group Weather Report, Birdland has become one of the most popular jazz tunes ever. Michael Sweeney adds a few wrinkles and a false ending but retains the joyful energy (and most importantly, the...
Majestic and flowing, this new offering from Jack Noble White is based on the scripture passages known as the Beatitudes, creating a moving anthem of beauty. The sustained vocal lines create a full and satisfying anthem.
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Majestic and flowing, this new offering from Jack Noble White is based on the scripture passages known as the Beatitudes, creating a moving anthem of beauty. The sustained vocals lines create a full and satisfying anthem.
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Practically a show within itself, this production number from the group Queen includes a variety of tempos and styles from sensitive ballad to driving rock. A very dramatic statement for the field!
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