Afterlife - By Rossano Galante

Since the beginning of time man has pondered what happens when our physical body dies. Some believe we go to Heaven. Others doubt its existence entirely. Then there are those who have had near death experiences and live to tell their stories. This composition starts delicately as peacefulness returns to the soul. It intensifies as we approach our new consciousness, constantly modulating between the two as we gain knowledge of our new surroundings. (4:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Ain't It Fun - Words and music by Hayley Williams and Taylor York / arr. Victor López

Paramore's hit chart is definitely a winner. Here's an opportunity to showcase your concert band with the hottest song on the charts. Influenced by funk, soul, new jack swing, and gospel, this piece will be well received by students and audience and it makes an outstanding recruiting selection. (2:45)

Air & Rigaudon - By Edvard Grieg / arr. Victor López

Edvard Greig's "Air," in ABA form, is one of his most beautiful and tender works while the "Rigaudon" is a characteristically playful French baroque-style dance. (9:00) This installment concludes the complete Holberg Suite, Op. 40 including: Praeludium (00-38363) * Sarabande (00-39537) * Gavotte (00-39537) * Air (00-42202) * and Rigaudon (00-42202). All five movements may be performed in order as originally intended or independently.

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Air and Allegro - Music by Sandy Feldstein and John O'Reilly

Here's a lovely concert piece that will bring out the best in your young players. The dotted quarter-eighth note rhythmic pattern is tastefully featured and reinforces what has been taught in the lesson, while the tempo change between the andante and allegro sections makes this easy selection feel very sophisticated. Each section of the band has a chance to play on its own, as well as part of the full band. (Grade 1---Correlates with the Yamaha Band Student, Book 1, Page 18)

Air and Alleluia - By Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / arr. John Kinyon

Air and Dance - By John Kinyon

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Air and Jig - By Chris M. Bernotas

A tuneful way to introduce students to the lyrical style and rollicking feel of traditional Scottish/Irish music. The "Air" is the melody from Gilderoy and is set with a contemporary harmonic palette that concludes with an exciting climax before transitioning to the jig. "The Jig of Slurs" is a traditional Irish dance with a melody and feel that is infectious! (2:30) "Air and Jig" correlates to Book 2, Level 2 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band.

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Air for Winds - By Melvin Shelton

Air for Winds was written as a training piece for study in expressive dramatic contrast. The traditional B-flat tuning note is heard throughout the work.

Air Force One - By Chris M. Bernotas

Air Force One evokes the proud spirit that is symbolized by the Presidential aircraft. With its rhythmic drive and uplifting melody, this will quickly become a favorite of your students and audience alike. Every section of the band will keep busy as they take flight in this piece. Written with the young band in mind, this piece has engaging rhythms, memorable melodies, and exciting percussion parts! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud. (2:20)

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Alarm - By Randall D. Standridge

Sound the alarms! This bombastic work will keep your students motivated with searing dissonances, tri-tones and syncopated rhythms. 3-part fully adaptable with percussion and accompaniment.