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 and Peasant Dance - Music by Sandy Feldstein and John O'Reilly

A lovely two movement work that will make the young band sound like they've been playing for years. The first andante movement is rich with sonorous textures. the second section, set in an allegro tempo, is energetic, yet dance-like. (Grade 1---Correlates with Book 1, Unit 12)

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 make an exciting addition to your next concert and keep your students motivated from rehearsal to rehearsal. Searing dissonances, tri-tones, and syncopated rhythms have been utilized carefully to create a challenging, yet achievable piece with active parts for all players. Sure to be a hit with musicians and audiences alike.

Alarums, Opus 27 - By Martin Mailman

Martin Mailman (1932-2000) composed "Alarums for Band, Op. 27" in 1962 in Greenville, North Carolina. The word "alarum" means a "call to arms." The piece was originally titled "Overture for Band" and was later changed to "Alarums for Band" sometime between its completion in 1962 and publication in 1969 with John Barnes Chance, Mailman's colleague and friend, probably suggesting the change in title sometime during this period. Bold and commanding, a cherished addition to the Belwin Classic Band series.

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Albion - Music by Douglas Akey

Albion, the Latin name for the island of Great Britain, is a thrilling prelude based in the well-known tune "Scarborough Fair." A sparse, ethereal introduction leads into an aggressive Allegro section where fragments of the original tune are developed and transformed. Energetic rhythms, engaging harmonies and driving eighth- and sixteenth-note passage make Albion a wonderful work for concerts and contests.

Alchemy - By Gary Fagan

Alchemy is an ancient philosophy that sought to turn iron into gold. The composer saw a parallel in music: taking the notes of a scale and turning them into music seems just as magical. The notes are like iron and the process of turning them into music makes them as precious as gold.

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Algo-Rhythms - By Timothy Loest

Explore the cybernetic world of computer algorithms using just six notes. Energetic ostinatos, pulsating patterns and flowing phrases will surely hook your students and audience. Prepare for a safe, fast, and reliable experience. No app required!

Algorhythms - By Gary Fagan

An algorithm is a procedure for solving a mathematical problem in a finite number of steps that frequently involves repetition of an operation. Algorithms are frequently used in programming sequences in computers. The driving rhythms and mathematical "feel" of Algorhythms lends a "digital" quality to the piece, one that will quickly become a favorite for players and the audience. (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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