A Classic Touch - Arr. Victor López

Two famous largo movements join for A Classic Touch. The largo from Dvork's Symphony No. 9 in E Minor and the largo from Handel's Xerxes both work very nicely for your very beginning ensemble. They can be performed together or used separately as outstanding warm-up chorales. A musical classical choice! (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Dashing Gallop - By James Pierpont / arr. Patrick Roszell

Open your holiday concert or use it for a bold conclusion, A Dashing Gallop, by Patrick Roszell, imagines the age-old holiday classic "Jingle Bells" in a quasi-gallop/march style. Ring in the holiday season with this dynamic holiday arrangement! (2:00)

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A Day at Disneyland - Various / arr. Michael Story

What could be more joyous than a musical visit to Disneyland? Gathering all the sounds of the world's most beloved theme park in one exciting young band medley. This medley is packed with Disney classics! Make your concert venue the happiest place on Earth! Titles: Mickey Mouse March * The Great Outdoors * It's a Small World * You Can Fly! You Can Fly! You Can Fly! * The Best Time of Your Life * Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me).

A Day at the Circus - Arr. Nicholas Baratta

The masters go to the circus. In this ingenious Nick Baratta arrangement, you'll hear the elephants and laugh at the clowns but all through the themes provided by Dvorak, Liszt and others. A musical tribute to these classic master-composers and all so very familiar from the rings of the circus. A real barn-burner, this one will have your students on the edge of their seats! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

A Day in a Life - By Patrick Roszell

Depicting the hustle and bustle of the morning commute, this high-energy, contemporary overture for developing band will have your students sounding a grade higher than written. With sweeping melodic lines and driving percussion, this overture will be a great contest or concert opener! (2:30) This title available in SmartMusic.

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A Dua Lipa Duo - Various / arr. Michael Story

English singer and songwriter Dua Lipa has received acclaim since releasing her first single in 2015, has won more than 30 prestigious awards, and her first album in 2017 is certified platinum. This "duo" arrangement including "Break My Heart" and "Don't Start Now" is scored by Michael Story and is a rocket-fueled musical journey. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

A Festival Chime - By Gustav Holst / freely arranged by Douglas E. Wagner

The third movement of Opus 34 (Three Festival Choruses), which Gustav Holst penned in 1916, was originally scored for chorus with piano, orchestra, or military band. The easily recognized melody is a nineteenth century Welsh ballad, known to most as the hymn tune "St. Denio," set to the words of English poet, Clifford Bax. In 3/4, this characteristically delightful Holst theme has been freely arranged to incorporate elements of his original score with additional material included to heighten musical interest for contemporary concert bands and audiences alike. As the title implies, chimes are an integral part of this arrangement; however, there are alternate options provided in the program notes if a suitable instrument is unavailable. This musical setting is complete with a variety of teaching and performance opportunities and a perfect fit for beginning concert bands. (2:00)

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A Festival of Christmas Carols - Arr. Jack Bullock

Timeless works and musical favorites of people the world over. The arrangement includes "Joy to the World," "O Little Town of Bethlehem," and "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing." Joyous and resplendent, the combination of these three carols will provide an uplifting environment for any holiday program.

A Gershwin Tribute to Love - By George and Ira Gershwin / arr. Brent Heisinger

A medley of four Gershwin favorites: "'S Wonderful," "Love Is Here to Stay," "They Can't Take That Away from Me," and "Embraceable You." Arranged by award-winning composer Brent Heisinger, the work incorporates a combination of fast and slow, swing and "straight" styles with richly varied orchestration.

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A Hanukkah Festival - By Chris M. Bernotas

A Hanukkah Festival is a medley of three traditional Hanukkah songs, "Sevivon," "Maoz Tzur," and "Hanukkah." "Sevivon" has a dramatic melody and is written with a variety of accompaniment leading to a brief, but impressive, clarinet cadenza that leads into "Maoz Tzur." This traditional piece is scored with full, rich voicings along with the beautiful melody. "Hanukkah" is the festival of lights and the last section of the piece. It is a bright playful march with an exciting conclusion. A Hanukkah Festival is filled with memorable tunes that students and audiences will enjoy while paying homage to this important holiday. (5:17)