This is a collection of original compositions and arrangements of various styles of jazz music set for 3 like-instruments. The arrangements are suitable for a variety of performance situations such as...
Desk Drumming is perfect material for teaching musical elements in any environment: a standard music room, a regular classroom, or even on the floor. These duets can be successfully performed by just...
This mournful piece is based on a Canadian folk song which is an account of the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, where the British, led by General Wolfe, captured Quebec City from the French, under Ge...
Reverie is a lyrical piece reflecting someone in a dream-like state. It is a peaceful song using repetitive melodic figures, lush harmonies and simple rhythms. There are a few brief solos but the majo...
Downfall is a fun and aggressive, yet simply sophisticated piece that focuses on using the first notes learned in most method books. It is the perfect opportunity for performers to develop both indivi...
Gods of Egypt è un brano composto con il fascino della musica del Medio Oriente. Una forte apertura che utilizza una scala tradizionale mediorientale e una contro-melodia creano immediatamente l'atmos...
Legacy is a song heroic in nature and is a great way to introduce polyrhythmic texture to a young brass quintet. This piece opens with a high energy feel that can represent a hero, and uses a melody t...
The legend of the great city of Troy varies depending on historical or fictional belief. Â This city was the location of the long lasting Trojan Wars, between the people of Troy and the Greeks. Â The...
The title of this piece is the perfect description of what the music conveys: happiness and joy. Every instrument is give the opportunity to perform melodic material, making it a fun performance for a...
Boomer Blues is exactly what the title states, a 12-bar blues composed for boomwhackers. It is a fun upbeat tune where each player requires only two boomwhackers. After a short introduction, the piece...
The term celestial has many different meanings: relating to the sky, space or the heavens. All of these things can be used to describe what is brought out by the performance of this piece. This theme...
This chart is dedicated to one of the composer's colleagues, Brian Vincent. This piece reflects his personality as it is a high energy, consistent, and catchy rock tune. It has been scored here for 4...
Inspired by two folk songs from the arranger's Dutch heritage, Two Holland Tales is a piece that combines both lyrical and upbeat sections. 'Daar waren twee koningskinderen' (There Were Two Royal Chil...
This lyrical piece is composed using ternary (ABA) form and gives every section an opportunity to shine. Filled with rich use of harmony and a flowing melody, As the River Flows is a great way to teac...
Shimmer is a calm, reflective piece that is reflected by the meaning of the word itself: to shine with a subdued flickering light, as in a reflection on water. The main melody is simple and repeated s...
Ancient civilizations represent the emergence of many things about life as we know it today: power, beauty, intelligence, and ambition. This piece reflects all of these qualities, from the driving for...
Using the style of Canadian folk songs from the east coast and the story-telling features of Newfoundland, A Fisherman's Tale is a piece about a trip out into the ocean. The piece opens with the solem...
In Dreams is a musical representation of exactly what our dreams are like: peaceful, calming, horrific and unpredictable; yet, there is always something to remember about them when we wake up. This pi...
Ancient civilizations represent many things about life as we know it today: power, beauty, intelligence, and ambition. This piece reflects all of these qualities, from the driving force of the ancient...
Just Chillin' is a fun, laid back funk-rock chart with simple repetitive melodies and a catchy accompaniment.Â
Ceremonious is a processional piece that focuses mainly on the first seven notes learned in most method books. It is a great way to teach young performers about articulations, relationships between di...
Just Chillin' è un brano funk-rock divertente e rilassato con semplici melodie ripetitive e un accompagnamento orecchiabile. Sono inclusi assoli scritti per sax contralto e tromba.
This ballad uses a light shuffle feel that features a band's alto sax or trumpet player. Written using the standard AABA form, the chart also highlights the flute, oboe, and trumpets in the introducti...
This piece is a dramatic and rhythmically exciting overture for band. It is set in three contrasting sections: 'Ablaze,' 'Glistening,' and 'The Radiance,' each with its own character and style. Brilli...
This piece is a celebratory work composed to reflect a special occasion. Even though it uses just the first six notes, the various articulations and dynamics used make this a terrific piece filled wit...
Fantastic Overture is a musical depiction of a knight's battle, against an evil force, for the love of a woman. All instruments get colourful and interesting parts with the percussion helping to maint...
This piece contains two distinctively different themes a traditional European folk song sounding melody and a Japanese inspired one. Each melody is introduced on its own, then they are combined with b...
This tune is a fun piece built upon simple harmonies and backgrounds gradually layering more and more voices. It is not too difficult and would require a minimum of rehearsal to put together. Fun and...
Mr. Cool' is the perfect chart for directors to use when introducing jazz music to a beginning sax quartet. It is a modal straight riff tune that uses only one chord throughout. It is the perfect oppo...
Set for medium level sax quartet and optional drum set, this is a fun collection of four traditional carols done up in non traditional ways! ''Up on the Housetop'' kicks into a catchy, latin flavored...
For those who have enjoyed Last Voyage of the Queen Anne s Revenge or Burning of the Royal Fortune, here is another exciting installment to the pirate theme at a more challenging level. All the world...
The title of this suite refers to the headdress (the glen) worn by the cadets of the Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps and the galley is the Galley of Lorne, which is displayed on the coat o...
The Lion Heart is a great way to describe one who is brave, be it a soldier, knight, or a member of society who risks their lives everyday to keep others safe. The piece is meant to be strong from sta...
This piece was influenced by the music of the Middle East and India. '˜Kaalin' is the Hindi word for '˜rug', much like the one ridden by Aladdin in the famous story. This piece can even be conside...
Western Fair is an energetic, uplifting piece that can be fun for both players to perform and listeners to hear. It is composed using two main melodies that are performed in many forms, combined in va...
Pride and Valour is composed using a traditional march form, but incorporates the excitement of a bold, concert or festival work. Great melodies and countermelodies make this a strong work for develop...
This piece was composed to reflect a medieval scene of an army attacking a castle. Fun parts to play for all while focusing on using the first six notes learned in most method books.
Dynasty is a bold and exciting symphonic march. Contrasting theme and powerful low lines keep the energy up throughout this piece. Lightly articulated passages contrast the big, brassy sound making th...
Out of the Shadows is a piece that follows the traditional march form, and is easy enough for early musicians to play, by focusing on the first six notes learned in most method books.
This piece is a celebratory work composed to reflect a special occasion. Even though it uses just the first six notes learned by many players, the various articulations and dynamics used make this a t...
Sleepwalk is a jump swing chart following the tradition of Sing, Sing, Sing. Repetitive riffs are played by all instruments throughout that are guaranteed to get the performers and listeners excited a...
A New Day is a celebratory piece where the melodies, feel, and harmonies are bright and uplifting. Sweeping, grand themes are supported by light articulated passages.
Fury of the Storm is a great piece to challenge and introduce beginning musicians to music with multiple elements occurring simultaneously. The piece consists of mainly two themes that are performed a...
The heather is one of the national flowers of Scotland. This purple flower flourishes in the damp, rainy weather of Scottish moorland, glens and hills. The piece opens with the instruments imitating t...
The title of this suite refers to the headdress (the 'glen') worn by the cadets of the Lorne Scots Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps and the 'galley' is the Galley of Lorne, which is displayed on the co...
The Conquest is a musical depiction of one going on a successful adventure, all complete with a suspenseful opening, a bold, motivic melody, a tragic, sorrowful chorale, a calming lyrical section, and...
The Intrepid is a piece that is aggressive in nature, designed to depict someone that is brave, therefore a majority of the music is to be played bold and crisp. Melodies are relatively simple, using...
This piece was influenced by the music of the Middle East and India. Kaalin is the Hindi word for rug, much like the one ridden by Aladdin in the famous story. This piece can even be considered a prog...
Another Mission: Secret is a sequel to the Mission: Secret. Like its predecessor, this chart uses all the qualities of a classic spy tune: 12-bar blues form, catchy bass riff, simple melody and suspen...
For the glory of my country' describes the passion and loyalty to one's nation when a women or man joins the military. This piece is composed to reflect many feelings and emotions as a soldier goes of...
Commemoration is a simple piece that can be used to teach students different articulations, dynamics, rhythmic styles, and balance. Following the fanfare-like introduction, the piece is composed using...
Gods of Egypt is a piece composed with the flare of music of the Middle East. A strong opening using a traditional Middle Eastern scale and counter melody immediately create the feel for this piece.
The Haunting of Keg Mansion opens by setting up the chilling sensation of a haunted mansion: dark harmonies and powerful dynamics. The main melody is quick and fidgety, much like that of a mischievous...
Scotland's Loch Ness may have the fame as far as lake monsters go but, for many monster searchers, Ogopogo '' a creature said to lurk in Canada's Lake Okanagan (in British Columbia) '' is most likely...
Blessed is a beautiful lyrical piece that uses a chorale style accompaniment to allow the focus to be solely on the melody. Written using the ABA form, the song's simple stylistic features allow the...
The word jagged can be defined by either 1) having a rough or harsh quality or 2) having a sharply uneven surface or outline. Both of these definitions are reflected by this piece through the constant...
Utopia is a musical reflection of the bustling life of a big city. It opens using fanfare-like chords, to represent the perfection of this wonderful place. Melody is found in many sections of the band...
This piece reflects the title accurately: chaotic, extreme contrasts and loud. Although it presents several challenges, it is a piece designed to capture the interest of both young musicians and liste...
Mottos is Finnish military slang describing the tactic of totally encircling an enemy unit but, in effect, meaning an entrapment or envelopment. This piece is composed to create the musical depiction...
This lyrical piece is a modern lullaby. It begins with a peaceful feeling and slowly builds into a beautiful, chorale-like section, reflecting the wonderful dreams we have as we fall into our deepest...
The last line of defense is a term that refers to the final means of defense before the opponent reaches its goal, particularly in a war situation. This piece reflects that definition, as it has the f...
Parade of the Emperor is a perfect introductory piece into ensemble music. Not only does it primarily use the first six notes learned in most method books, but it focuses on using simple rhythms, a mo...
This is a celebration piece to honour those who risk their lives everyday to make our world a better place to live. Regal and heroic themes are contrasted by lyrical playing.
Au fil du temps, de nombreuses grandes découvertes ont été faites : inventions, énergies, cyberespace et nouvelles terres. Cette pièce reflète les joies et l'excitation de faire cette découverte et de...
Ritual and Dance is a simple yet fun piece for young musicians. The opening measures create the dark, ritualistic feel of the piece with the rhythmic figure and open fifths being played by the ensembl...
La Burlington Teen Tour Band, descritta come gli ambasciatori musicali del Canada, è una marching band che si è esibita in tutto il mondo. Recentemente la banda ha festeggiato il suo 75° anniversario...
Shimmer è un brano calmo e riflessivo che si riflette nel significato della parola stessa: brillare con una luce tremolante e sommessa, come in un riflesso sull'acqua. La melodia principale è semplice...
Wings of Fortitude è una marcia da concerto che riflette questa definizione: coraggiosa, audace e dotata di tenacia. Una potente melodia di tromba si contrappone a un tema più dolce. La sezione del tr...
Mission:Secret is a classic spy tune written using a 12-bar blues form. It mostly comprises of a catchy bass line riff with a simple, sustained melody over top. Although short solos are written out fr...
Barricade is a fun, high energy piece that gives beginning students the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities as performers and to learn the elements of performing ensemble music. The style marki...
Mission: Secret is a classic spy tune written using a 12-bar blues form. It is mostly made up of a catchy bass line riff with a simple, sustained melody over top. Super Spy!
A Peaceful Journey is the perfect description of what this piece is all about: calming, simple, and enjoyable to perform and listen to. This selection was composed with the intention to introduce very...
Mission: Secret is a classic spy tune written using a 12-bar blues form. It mostly comprises of a catchy bass line riff with a simple, sustained melody over top. Although short solos are written in th...
Queen Anne's Revenge was the final ship sailed by Edward Thatch, also known as the pirate, Blackbeard. To give the 'pirate-like' feeling to the music, it has been composed in 6/8 time, as have many pi...
This jump swing version of Hark the Herald Angels Sing will definitely get the toes of listeners tapping. The lowest part introduces the style, by playing a bass line a la Sing, Sing, Sing. Each instr...
Maiden Voyage is a song about celebration. Although the term ‘maiden voyage' refers to a boat's first adventure, it can represent any first successful event. Great rhythmic interest and memorable the...
The Heather is one of the national flowers of Scotland. This purple flower flourishes in the damp, rainy weather of Scottish moorland, glens and hills. The piece opens with the instruments imitating t...
This is a highly energetic piece that your quintet and audience will certainly enjoy. The piece opens with a mysterious feeling, introducing some of the melodic content, before moving into the fast (a...
Something Modal is a laid back jump swing chart. The melodies and backgrounds are very simple, yet very catchy. Chord changes are simple enough to open up opportunities for players to practice and sho...
For those who have enjoyed Last Voyage of the Queen Anne s Revenge or Burning of the Royal Fortune, here is another exciting installment to the pirate theme at a more challenging level.
Ancient civilizations represent many things about life as we know it today: power, beauty, intelligence and ambition. This piece reflects all of these qualities, from the driving force of the ancient...
This piece was influenced by the music of the Middle East and India. 'Kaalin' is the Hindi word for 'rug', much like the one ridden by Aladdin in the famous story. This piece can even be considere...
Le Loch Ness, en Écosse, est peut-être le plus célèbre des monstres lacustres, mais pour de nombreux chercheurs de monstres, Ogopogo, une créature qui se cacherait dans le lac Okanagan, au Canada (en...
This piece was composed to reflect a medieval scene of an army attacking a castle.Fun parts to play for all while focusing on using the first six notes learned in most method books.
'Shimmer' is a calm, reflective piece that refers to the meaning of the word itself: to shine with a subdued flickering light, as in a reflection on water. The main melody is simple and repeated sever...