Africata - Quincy C. Hilliard

Exploring the rhythms and sounds of Africa, Quincy Hilliard uses some unusual percussion sounds as well as clapping and pencils hitting stands. A slow, lyrical section provides excellent opportunities to work on phrasing. The main theme then returns to build to a powerful and exciting conclusion. Perfect for the multicultural portion of your concert! (4:00)

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After Images - Vince Gassi

Colors, textures, impressions. Rhythms that float, rhythms that drive, themes that are lyrical. If you are looking for something different, you've found it. Written for the Chippewa Secondary School Concert Band (North Bay, Canada), this work provides much opportunity to work on shading and expressive playing as colors and images float by.

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After the Silence - Bill Thomas

This composition by Bill Thomas was written to give students something to look forward to when they were able to make music together following Covid-19. The piece is meant to musically convey the hectic pace of life before the pandemic (Before the Silence), the abrupt interruption to our routines and the opportunities for introspection that followed (the Silence), and a gradual, thankful, and optimistic return to our "normal" lives (After the Silence). (4:40)

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Afterlife - 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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Afterlight - Brian Bankston

"Afterlight" by Brian Bankston is a lyrical work that is sure to warm the hearts of your band and audience. Each instrumental part has interesting lines and motion that will open young ears as they start to perform with musical independence. Ranges and rhythmic demands are accessible for developing players making it a wonderful vehicle for teaching intonation, dynamics and phrasing. "Afterlight" is sweet, melodic, expressive and memorable.Original Item#: RWS-1922-00

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Again We Rise - John M. Pasternak

This beautiful lyrical work will be sure to leave audiences with a sense of hope and promise. From the slow mysterious opening statement to the glorious resolution, "Again We Rise" is a significant musical work for the wind band. Suitable for festival and concert performance, we predict this artistic work by John Pasternak will become part of the standard repertoire.Original Item#: RWS-1702-00

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Age of Sail - Aric Branchfield

Fraught with danger as well as the excitement and wonder of discovery, the age of sail was a pivotal time in the history of mankind. As it takes us back to this time of amazement, this work affords boundless opportunities for the teaching of tone and intonation in addition to being an exhilarating addition to your concert.

Agnus Dei from Requiem - Gabriel-Urbain Faure / arr. Norman F. Friedman

This arrangement for band of the beautiful fifth movement of Gabriel Faure's Requiem has been completed by Norman Friedman.

Ain't It Fun

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)

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Air & Rigaudon - 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 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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