A Song of Hanukkah - Hebrew Folk Song / arr. Robert Sheldon

"Ma'oz Tzur" has been a favorite song for the Season of Lights for generations. This stirring arrangement by Robert Sheldon sparkles with the joy of the holidays. (2:10) Correlates to Book 2, level 2.

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A Spanish Lullaby - Traditional Spanish Melody / arr. Victor López

This beautiful traditional lullaby provides an opportunity for the beginning band to experience a very playable and lyrical Spanish folk song with introductory teaching opportunities for triple meter. (2:00)

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A Star Is Born - Various / arr. Michael Story

Embracing the most recent epic remake of the musical romantic drama, this medley seamlessly weaves three iconic and compelling yet diverse melodies, including "Black Eyes," "Look What I Found," and "Shallow." Performed by Lady Gaga and actor/director Bradley Cooper, you will bring the musical passion of this blockbuster film score to your concert stage.

A Stowaway on Santa's Sleigh - Arranged by Chris Sharp

Take a whirlwind world tour on Christmas Eve with this medley that combines a wealth of holiday tunes with various world styles. After you sneak onto Santa's sleigh, you hear the music of each country you pass over, all celebrating the holidays in their unique styles. Locations include Asia, Italy, Arabia, Israel, Russia, England, Latin America, and more (yes, even the good ol' U.S.A.)! Your audience will enjoy trying to "guess where we are now!" A fantastic addition to your winter program!

A Suite of Holiday Carols - Traditional / arr. Jack Bullock

In four movements: "Hark, the Herald Angels Sing;" "The First Noel;" "God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen;" and "Deck the Halls." Each carol has a brief introduction so your audience can sing along! A Suite of Holiday Carols is a delightful holiday addition that will bring the spirit to any young band concert - designed to work with Band ExpressionsTM Book Two or second year concert. (6:15)

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A Symphonic Celebration - By Robert Sheldon

This energetic and uplifting piece features tuneful melodies and playful rhythms in various meters. Colorful orchestration and moments of lyricism add to the variety of styles and textures, providing a joyful showcase for advanced ensembles. This title available in SmartMusic.

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A Touch of Christmas: Suite 1 - Arranged by Stan Applebaum

New York Pops arranger Stan Applebaum has done it again! This time, he has combined four classic carols in an exciting and musical arrangement with new harmonic twists, playful countermelodies, and lush harmonic settings. Consider this if you're looking to spice up the holidays without the excessive technical demands. Highly recommended.

A Touch of Jazz! - Arr. Jerry Brubaker

In the words of the great Duke Ellington, 'It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing),' and that song title is just one of the tasty morsels in this concert band salute to the world of jazz. The medley just plain cooks when these other classics are added to the pot: The Swingin' Shepherd Blues * 'Round Midnight * Take Five * Li'l Darlin' * C Jam Blues * Cute. Cool, man! (6:25)

A Tribute to Gershwin - By George Gershwin / arr. Jack Bullock

There's not a composer recognized or performed in the classic pop genre more than Gershwin. In his tribute, Jack Bullock acknowledges this musical genius with eleven charming, yet distinctive, melodies that are all Gershwin. The fast-paced medley opens with "I Got Rhythm" and, in quick succession, threads through ten more tunes closing with the immortal "Rhapsody in Blue." I'll bet you find one or two that you didn't realize were Gershwin melodies! This one's a real champion. (6:51) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

A Tribute to Journey - [Journey] / arr. Victor López

Including two of Journey's most revered tunes, Victor Lpez' emotional duo will be a hit with your students and audience. The song "Open Arms" and its status as a power ballad have been remembered years following its original release. One critic praised it as "a lyrical rock ballad and one of the band's best-written songs." However, "Don't stop Believin','" also known as a power ballad, is often considered the band's signature song and has become the most downloaded song ever in music history to date. So, get ready for some singing and clapping in the audience!

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