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Concert Band and Wind Ensemble
| The tradition of the wind band has developed in several directions. Military bands have remained intact as concert bands, brass bands and wind ensembles continue to grow in popularity. These ensembles have gained recognition for being both interesting and versatile. The EASTMAN WIND ENSEMBLE is the most famous of the current wind ensembles. The beauty of this size of group is that with only one player to a part it has a more chamber ensemble sound, with 40 or so players, than what is known as the concert band, which can have as many as 150 players. This wind setting has some real potential to win over audiences as much as chamber string groups have for centuries. |
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Eighth Note Publications now has RealAudio sound files of the concert band songs for our customers to preview before purchasing. You must have SYMPHONY NO. 1 Movement II
by G. Mahler
Arranged by David Marlatt
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Mahler is regarded as one of the greatest composers of all time. There are very few arrangements of his brilliant music so this arrangement for band of his first symphony is quite significant. The melodic material flows all through the ensemble and each section is featured at some point. There is even a significant section in the middle of the work that is a tuba section solo! An exciting piece from beginning to end.
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THE FROG AND THE CROW by Jeff Smallman |
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This is a fun and light change of pace in a concert. The Frog and the Crow was originally a choral piece that was so popular, a band version was demanded. It is sub-titled "A Riverside Hoe-Down" and there are interesting parts for all. This tune is fun for both players and audiences.
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REVERIE FOR BONITA by Kenneth Bray |
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A lush and beautiful work composed by Kenneth Bray for his daughter, Reverie for Bonita features the horn section, colourful use of mutes and simple, elegant themes. Showing off the lyrical side of the band, this work is an ideal "mood change" on a concert.
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THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE by Jeff Smallman |
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The Spirit of Adventure is a brilliant band work by Jeff Smallman. It is set in the style of the old Westerns with several typical themes. A very animated and colourful work at the Grade 3 band level, this piece works perfectly on any programme and is sure to get the audience involved. Melody flows throughout the ensemble and all parts are interesting with fun solo or soli sections for most instruments. Close your eyes and imagine your favourite Western, this music would fit!
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A CEREMONIAL OCCASION by Kenneth Bray |
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A terrific fanfare opening sets the tone for this short but rhythmically interesting original band composition. Colourful percussion adds to the majesty of the wind parts. The brass carry the majority of the melodic material with flourishes from the upper woodwinds. This is another creative Canadian work that is not a "typical band" piece but a unique and exciting addition to the repertoire.
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CELEBRATION by Donald Coakley |
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A dynamic work by a dynamic Canadian composer. Full of rhythmic and melodic interest, this concert band original is a fantastic addition to the repertoire. The tuneful melody is passed throughout the ensemble and even low woodwinds and tubas have a short section of melody. Percussion parts animate the driving rhythms and elegant writing in the winds. Another great work by this talented composer, Celebration is a sure success on a concert or to win a competition.
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GRAND PROCESSION by Jeff Smallman |
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Originally a wedding march for solo organ, this piece has been greatly expanded for the concert band. Fanfares in the brass and stately melodies make this a terrific change of pace on a concert. This could open a concert or be programmed in the middle of a concert for variety. Grand Procession is not too difficult and musically satisfying for audiences and players alike and is a great addition to the band repertoire.
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DODGE CITY by Jeff Smallman |
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Dodge City is an exuberant piece designed to take you back to the time of the old west. As the title implies, this is a work that will bring to mind stagecoaches and sagebrush, cowboys and cactus, sheriffs, showdowns and whatever else reminds you of those frontier days. Quick and lighthearted, the opening and closing sections frame a lyric middle section. Dodge City has captured the atmosphere of a bustling city from the old west and is sure to captivate performers and audiences alike.
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ELEGIAC MOTIVES by Donald Coakley |
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Elegiac Motives was commissioned in memory of David McGovern who died tragically at the beginning of his teenage years. The work is based on the tone row D-A-D-C-G-E, which are the note related letters in David's name. Derivatives and harmonic material used in the work are generated from the row. This piece combines both a reflective feel as well as sections of youthful energy.
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CANON
by J. Pachelbel
Arranged by David Marlatt
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Canon by Johann Pachelbel is one of the most famous and recognizable pieces of classical music. The treatment of the melody in this arrangement follows a popular Baroque tradition, the concerto grosso. This technique utilizes a small group of soloists that were supported by the remainder of the ensemble. In this arrangement, the solo instruments are 2 flutes and 2 clarinets which have the majority of the technically scalar passages as well as the lyrical melody line. The "chamber sound" created by this arrangement is a welcome variation from the tutti sound that is commonly found in concert band writing.
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CRIMOND
Traditional
Arranged by David Marlatt
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Crimond or The Lord's My Shepherd is a simple and elegant hymn that is commonly sung in church. This short arrangement opens with a solo brass quartet then builds and develops this beautiful melody into a colourful mosaic of sound and timbre. Melody is passed from section to section adding interesting rhythmic variations which leads to a large and dramatic ending, with dissonance in the lower voices, resolving to a powerful major chord.
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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS by David Marlatt |
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This energetic composition is the composer's way of paying homage to some of his favourite compositions and composers such as John Cheetham, John Barnes Chance and the great Alfred Reed. Short musical quotations and suggestive melodic or rhythmic passages are included in the framework of this piece. The majority of the material is original and the driving rhythms, soaring lyrical themes and jazz-like harmonies are all elements Mr. Marlatt came to know and enjoy since he began playing in concert bands. There is a scaled-down version of this piece for brass quintet.
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FINALE from "SYMPHONY #1"
by L. van Beethoven
Arranged by David Marlatt
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The nine Symphonies of Ludwig van Beethoven are considered by many to be among the greatest orchestrations of all time and they are often used as models by later, great composers. His Symphony No. 1 was written in 1800 and shows the powerful influences of Haydn and Mozart. The form is clear and the use of tonality is very traditional. This sort of clarity is ideal as a showpiece for band. Technical woodwind parts and supporting articulated brass passages make this orchestral transcription a great new addition for the repertoire of the concert band.
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OVERTURE TO H.M.S. PINAFORE
by A. Sullivan
Arranged by David Marlatt
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Sir Arthur Sullivan wrote many pieces for operettas but none was better received than the music to H.M.S. Pinafore. It had a terrific 700-night run once it opened and its popularity continues today. This arrangement is the Overture which captures many of the famous and tuneful themes found in that operetta. Light-hearted and fun, this music is a toe-tapper for audiences and a thrill to play for musicians.
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INFANT KING by Jeff Smallman |
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This jubilant piece was originally written as a choral piece with organ accompaniment. This work, while suitable for concerts at any time of the year, was composed to reflect the joy resulting from Christ's birth. This piece contains beautiful melodies, interesting chords, and a clever use of instrumental colours. These are elements that people have come to expect from this creative composer and Infant King does not disappoint. This work is a pleasure to listen to and is a nice change from the typical seasonal offerings.
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CAR-TUNE by Kenneth Bray |
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This is a fun closer or encore to a concert and is a feature for the baritone player in your ensemble. The name "Car-Tune" refers to the sound of the horn of the old sports cars. This is a thrilling original by Kenneth Bray that shows off his musical sense of humour and his creative scoring of colourful percussion. It is full of surprises and is a sure success at the end of a concert.
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LYRIC ESSAY by Donald Coakley |
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Lyric Essay is written in a neo-romantic style. It is a slow, reflective work with much opportunity for musical expression. This piece (previously published by E.C. Kirby) has been performed all throughout Canada, the United States and in Japan. It has been recorded by many organizations including several high school, university and professional ensembles. It is an ideal lyric composition to be programmed between two louder works on your next concert.
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CORONATION SCENE from "BORIS GODUNOV"
by M. Moussorgsky
Arranged by David Marlatt
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Boris Godunov is an opera that centers around the Russian people in the early 17th century. Coronation Scene is one of the grandest scenes in the opera. This is when the great square in Moscow is filled with people and the pealing of the great bells of the Kremlin sound with trumpets, gong and full chorus. The grand scale of this work has been captured in this full transcription from the orchestral score of Moussorgsky. There have been several other concert band editions created over the years (Rubank and Carl Fischer) but none contains the lyric middle section which has been included in this version. This is when the title character sings to the people, which has been given to the euphonium/baritone in this arrangement. This work makes a terrific mass band piece because of its scale and style. This is truly an exciting new version.
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FANFARE ESPRIT by Ty Watson |
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This is an exciting piece based on the Welsh hymn Cwm Rhondda. Fanfares in the trumpets and woodwind descants float over the stately tune. The melody flows throughout the ensemble ranging from a smooth lyrical statement of the theme to a brilliant marcato feel. This would make a great opening to a concert.
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THE GARNET AND GOLD by Donald Coakley |
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This is an exciting new concert march. This work has been dedicated to Cardinal Dougherty High School, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where the composer was the Director of Bands for several years. Great upper woodwind parts set in three-part harmony make this work more interesting than many marches. Driving bass lines and fun brass parts create a sure winner for both performers and audiences.
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PRELUDE ON A FESTIVE HYMN TUNE by Donald Coakley |
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Composer Donald Coakley was asked, by the Pastor of St. William's Roman Catholic Church, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to write a hymn based on verses he had written about the parish's namesake. What developed is this powerful prelude. Fanfares in the trumpets, runs in the upper woodwinds and melodic material throughout the ensemble make this an excellent choice for either concert or contest use.
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EAGLE PASS by Max Williams |
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Craigellachie!, a Scottish battle cry, is the name given to the spot near Eagle Pass, which cuts through Canada’s Rocky Mountains, where the last spike of the Trans-Canada railway was pounded into the earth. This piece is an attempt to express, in music, the indomitable spirit of all those thousands who struggled so hard, not to build a railway, but a nation.
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BY THAT MUCH by Jeff Smallman |
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In the tradition exemplified by Mozart in his "Musical Jokes", Jeff Smallman has written a work for band that should bring a smile to every face. As all conductors know, not every player in a band learns at the same speed and, therefore, mistakes are bound to happen. For your enjoyment, By THAT Much has already provided a plethora of typical (and not so typical) mistakes for players of every age to make.
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TICO TICO
by Z. de Abreu
Arranged by David Marlatt
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This classic Latin piece has become a favourite with audiences all over the world. The great groove of the tune will quickly catch the audience and transport them to a warmer climate. This features most sections of the band with almost everyone getting a turn with some melody. This shouldn’t take much time to put together and you’ll be guaranteed standing ovations!.
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FIELDS OF HONOUR by W.A. Mighton |
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The idea for this march originated from a conversation that took place in the pine forests of Camp Borden, Ontario, during Basic Recruit Course with the Canadian Armed Forces. The composer listened as one of his instructors spoke passionately about the possibility of a new kind of army, an army that would bring peace to the world rather than war. And even though the day when that goal is truly accomplished still lies, unfortunately, sometime in the future, it is true that the honourable role of peacekeeping has now become a major focus of both Reserve and Regular Armed Forces in Canada.
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LOUDLY LET THE TRUMPET BRAY from "IOLANTHE"
by Sir A. Sullivan
Arranged by David Marlatt
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This is Sullivan at his best! The melodies of the famous Arthur/Sullivan team have become legendary and their musicals are performed all over the world. This is a chorus from Iolanthe in which the all-male chorus (played in this arrangement by the low brass) and trumpets are featured. The tuneful melodies make this light hearted piece ideal for concert use.
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SYMPHONY NO. 1 Movement III
by G. Mahler
Arranged by Paul Sylvester
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There are very few arrangements of Mahler’s music so this arrangement for band from his first Symphony is quite significant. Paul Sylvester has added his brilliant arrangement of Movement 3 to the Eighth Note Publications catalogue. Previously released for concert band was Movement 2 and this new arrangement matches the difficulty level so now two movements of the Titan Symphony can be performed together!.
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THE LAST ROSE OF SUMMER
Traditional Folk Song
Arranged by David Marlatt
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This famous Irish folk melody is the "Groves of Blarney". It has been performed by many vocal soloists from the United Kingdom and around the world. This arrangement features a trumpet player playing much of the beautiful solo. The flute, baritone and alto saxophone also have some sections of melody. The lush chords and wandering countermelodies make this slow work a perfect change of pace on a concert.
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BRIGHT BLUE WATER
by Donald Coakley
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This is an exciting work by composer Donald Coakley. The driving rhythms, lots of percussion and powerful melodic material make this an excellent choice for either concert or contest use. The beautiful slow middle section, in a dark warm key, is framed by energetic fast sections with many changes in meter.
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MOUNTAIN SOJOURN
by Stephen Chatman
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This is the composer's orchestration of his choral work There is Sweet Music Here. The joyous outer movements, Song of the Laughing Green Woods and Piping Down the Valley's Wild, inspired by William Blake's Songs of Innocence, show the influence of the early twentieth century English tradition. The gentler, more reflective middle movement, Softer Falls Than Petals, is inspired by Alfred Tennyson's There is Sweet Music Here.
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WALNUT GROVE SUITE
by Stephen Chatman
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This suite opens with Fraser River Fanfare which reflects the treacherous western Canadian river. In the second movement, entitled A Swallow in the Valley, the folk song She's Like the Swallow is the source. Fort Langley March rounds out this work. This is written in the tradition of early twentieth century military band marches. It contains some unusual harmonic twists which only enhances interest.
This recording was made by the University of British Columbia Wind Ensemble - www.music.ubc.ca.
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FESTIVE OCCASION
by Donald Coakley
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Festive Occasion is a vibrant dynamic work that would be ideal for a competion. This shows everything that a band is capable of doing; clear ariticulations, powerful fortes and sensitive, well balanced lines throughout. The title of the piece aptly describes it.
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SHIPS WITH SAILS UNFURLED
by Vince Gassi
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In the early morning of August 3rd 1492, Christopher Columbus went aboard the Santa Maria and gave the command to unfurl the sails. When the wind caught the sails, the three caravels were off and they had an uncharted ocean all to themselves. This is a great new programmatic work by Vince Gassi. All parts are interesting and exciting. A haunting middle section is surrounded by fast sections with driving energy from throughout the ensemble.
NOTE: there are some slight differences from what is heard on this demo CD.
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NOW THE MORNING IS BEGUN
by Donald Coakley
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Now The Morning Is Begun was commissioned to celebrate the 150th anniversary of St. Michael's College School, a private Catholic high school for boys in Toronto, Canada. This work is constructed around two hymn tunes that have played a major role in the life of the school, Hymn To St. Michael and Michael, Prince Of All The Angels. The latter is the hymn in current use at the school, and it is from its verses that the title for this composition was drawn.
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