A Saint-sational Trio! - Traditional / arr. Michael Story

Spotlight your three hottest trumpet soloists in this Dixieland-style feature. Based on "When the Saints Go Marching In," this fresh arrangement has a contemporary high-energy flavor. Swing on in with some hip saints! (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Salute to New York City (Medley) - Arr. Jack Bullock

Every song that brings New York City to mind has been crafted into a medley especially for your concert band. A Salute to New York City contains "New York, New York," "Give My Regards to Broadway," "Forty-Second Street," "The Sidewalks of New York (East Side, West Side)," and "Theme from New York, New York." A musical toast to this regal city that's sure to please. (4:23)

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A Scottish Carol - Arr. Stephen Squires

This gorgeous work is an arrangement of the simple, yet hauntingly beautiful Scottish carol, "Baloo Lammy." The melody features the characteristic "Scottish snap," presented in a lyrical setting. With plenty of lyrical opportunities for your trumpets and flutes, this work comes to a glorious climax with soaring dynamics. Your audience will love this winner from the pen of Stephen Squires.

A Shaker March - Arr. John Kinyon

Here's a charming and unique march-style arrangement of the well-known Shaker melody "The Gift to be Simple." Countermelodies and contrasting question-and-answer sections add plenty of musical interest without over-extending the technique of your beginning band. Add a slice of Americana to your next concert!

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 Song of The Sea - By Rex Mitchell

This adventuresome work depicts the essence of the sea, from its calm serenity to its stormy turbulence; in all situations, demonstrating the teeming life always present in the waters. Covering many moods and colors, it is an evocative work.

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 Star-Spangled March - By John Stafford Smith and Francis Scott Key / arr. Michael Story

As the title implies, this piece is based on the National Anthem of the United States, with a few snippets of other patriotic themes included. This energy-charged arrangement will have your beginners marching through your concert with pride. (2:00) This title is available in SmartMusic.

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A Still, Silent Night - Arr. Steve Hodges

A Still, Silent Night is a flowing arrangement of "Still, Still, Still" and "Silent Night" that will allow expressive performance opportunities for the young band. Beautifully arranged by Steve Hodges, these classic Christmas melodies are entwined with a variety of colors and textures featuring each section of the band. The final chord of this sensitive arrangement will leave the audience at peace for a welcome change of pace during the busy holiday season!

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