Musica strumentale per banda

Con alcune delle più amate melodie folk americane, Michael Sweeney ha creato un'opera emozionante e soddisfacente per i giovani musicisti. Ascolterete le ricorrenti melodie di Swing Low, Sweet Chariot...

The distinctive music of China and its rich history in the arts give this medley a special appeal to student performers. James Curnow's excellent blend of three traditional folk melodies is ideal as a...

Following in Michael's popular Celtic Air and Dance format, here are two contrasting melodies associated with centuries of Irish conflict and turmoil. The haunting ballad The Foggy Dew was composed sh...

Sea shanties have long been a source of tuneful melodies and rollicking rhythms. Johnnie's setting for band features a wide variety of styles and textures, and is a great choice for contest or festiva...

Sound Performance for Young Musicians, di Chris Bernotas e Jim Palmer, è una raccolta versatile che offre opportunità di esecuzione agli studenti verso la fine del primo anno di insegnamento e oltre....

Written at the peak of the early 20th century period of intense folk music interest in Great Britain, A Somerset Rhapsody draws upon tunes collected by Cecil Sharp (to whom the work is dedicated) in h...

An Irish Traditional Song.

This spirited work depicts a parade in Scotland from a spectator’s viewpoint. Based on the popular folk song Aiken Drum, the piece layers various elements to create the iconic sound of Scottish pipes...

This melody is the Norwegian version of 'Make You Feel My Love' composed by Bob Dylan. The lyrics is translated by Bjarne Hjelmeland and the song performed by, among others, Norwegian singer Ingebjorg...

Here is a sensitive yet very playable version of this beautiful folk melody. From a soft beginning with woodwinds followed by the low brass playing the melody, this arrangement builds to a dramatic st...

Essential Elements Performer Level (correlazione con il Libro 1, p. 24) Utilizzando un orecchiabile ritmo di strada in stile New Orleans come pulsazione di fondo, questo ingegnoso arrangiamento darà a...

Con i clarinetti nel loro registro grave, l'approccio armonico unico di Michael Sweeney e un gustoso accompagnamento di percussioni, ecco una splendida e facile interpretazione di questa tradizionale...

Con le sue armonie modali e la sua bellissima melodia, questo brano preferito dalle festività natalizie suonerà benissimo con i principianti grazie all'abile arrangiamento di Michael Sweeney.

Artist Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 34)

This beautiful welsh melody was featured in the movie Empire of the Sun. John Higgins' hymn-like setting is skillfully done with a variety of rich textures and graceful harmonies. (Includes Online Aud...

This beautiful welsh melody was featured in the movie Empire of the Sun. John Higgins' hymn-like setting is skillfully done with a variety of rich textures and graceful harmonies. (Includes Online Aud...

The chant-like quality of this traditional melody lends itself to a beautiful and creative setting by John Moss. Perfect for teaching expressive playing and balancing the ensemble sound.