As We Sleep - Ryan Meeboer

This lyrical piece is a modern lullaby. It begins with a peaceful feeling and slowly builds into a beautiful, chorale-like section, reflecting the wonderful dreams we have as we fall into our deepest sleep. (2:40)

Ascension - Randall D. Standridge

This glorious, lyrical work by Randall Standridge combines "Nearer My God to Thee" with "Be Thou My Vision" in an intriguing and powerful meditation on mortality and beauty. includes moments of absolute faith contrasted with episodes of doubt and wonder as the music evolves in a reflection of life experience. Stunning. (4:30)

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Ash & Stone - Tyler S. Grant

by Tyler S. Grant is a fresh and innovative work using a variety of textures and techniques that are unlike other works at this level. Colorful percussion, fresh harmonies, and evocative melodies depict volcanic activity that violently creates the ever-changing land formations through fire and fury. (2:15)

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Ash Grove Variations - Stephen Bulla

Based on a Welsh folk song, this simple melody is tastefully scored to fit the familiar style of Holst and Vaughn Williams. After an introduction that builds on fragmentary melodic elements in 4/4 meter, the main theme of the variations appears in 3/4. Scored to feature different instrumental textures throughout, in addition to a full ensemble treatment. Very appropriate for contest. (2:15)

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Ash Lawn Echoes (An Overture for Band) - Robert W. Smith

A dignified yet dramatic overture conjuring visions of the beautiful mid-American countryside, particularly that of Albemarle County in Virginia, where the home of James Monroe, 5th president of the United States, is located. Brilliant and exciting, this work hearkens back to the turbulent times of a new nation. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Ashokan Farewell (from ) - Jay Ungar / arr. Calvin Custer

In this day, when rock and rap reign supreme, the world takes notice when a beautiful ballad comes along. This gorgeous melody gained exposure and fame as part of the soundtrack to the television mini-series , and has continued its popularity. It fits the concert band genre perfectly, especially in the hands of talented arranger Calvin Custer.

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Aspire, Achieve - Jeanne Vultaggio

A bold concert or graduation march! Minimal eighth notes, careful doubling, and only six pitches help beginners and ensembles with incomplete instrumentation sound their best. Give your aspiring musicians something exciting to achieve! (2:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Asteroids - Michael Story

There are almost one million asteroids in our solar system, with the main asteroid belt lying in orbit around the sun between Mars and Jupiter. Asteroids can range in size from less than 33 feet to around 580 miles in diameter. Based on notable asteroids and the mythological figures they were named for, Michael Story's is a mini suite that contains three contrasting pieces: Pallas, Ceres, and Vesta. (3:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Astro Overture - John Kinyon

This bold and regal work has long been met with accolades. In traditional overture style, this contemporary literature standard will masterfully complete any program. (3:46)

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Astronomica - Michael Story

This version of by Michael Story is part of our Belwin FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, including like- or mixed-ensembles with as few as 5 players. The suggested instrumentation and a customizable Teacher Map will help you plan out how to best assign parts to suit your ensemble's needs. It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. Musically depicting the earliest recorded writings on astrology, Story's original composition begins with a hauntingly beautiful introduction transitioning to a forceful exploration with a dynamic conclusion. Enjoy this astrological journey that reinforces fermatas, caesuras, and contrasting articulations. (2:30)Percussion Accompaniment Track Downloads: . .This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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