Song of India - Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

This sultry classical favorite from Rimsky-Korsakov is faithfully arranged for young bands by Andrew Balent. Andy has a knack for retaining the essence of standard classical repertoire, while toning the technical difficulties down to the students' ability levels. Paying close attention to dynamic changes and ensemble balance will make this a winner in contest and festival settings.

Soul Rock - Dale Lauder

This is a John Kenyon classic. It is a 1950's rock style song. There are alternate clarinet parts so students who can play above the break, have that option. If your clarinets are not ready for that register, hand out the low parts. It works! The 1st trumpet's highest note is C.

Sound Off

This early Sousa march, Sound Off, arranged by Andrew Balent, excellently showcases his gift for composing compelling melodies and counter melodies. The piece features his signature style, but still remains distinct and unique compared to his more well-known marches.

Soundscape - Bill Calhoun

"Simple", "effective" and "elegant" are adjectives that best describe this new piece from composer Bill Calhoun. Very young players can work on tone and long lines with this beautiful piece. Fresh harmonic movement, along with pleasant melodies make this a good choice to teach musical concepts to the youngest of students.

Space Station One

Written to honor the courage of the men and women who venture into space, this work helps reinforce young brass players' embouchures and pitch recognition while also developing beginning essential fingerings for woodwind players. A great concert or contest opener that will show off new players developing skills while also giving every section a chance to shine.

Speedbird

Speedbird was written to commemorate the trip my wife and I took to Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, to adopt our daughter. We flew on British Airways, which uses the radio call sign "Speedbird" to identify their planes all over the world.

Spiders NOPE!

"Spiders? Nope!" brings people's fears of the eight-legged arachnid to life with its creepy, crawly rhythm, hair-raising dissonances, and staccato movement.Trumpet's highest note is D. Clarinets do not cross the break.

Spirals Of Light

Spirit of the Warrior

Dedicated to all soldiers and warriors, past and present, this beginning band piece uses only the first 6 notes of the concert Bb scale. Beginning boldly with separated notes in the low brass and winds, the higher woodwinds soon enter with a legato countermelody. Percussion includes vibraslap and gong for additional interest. Use this composition to work on balance, listening between sections, and articulation skills. An excellent choice to inspire beginning students to achieve their best.

Spirits Awake - Bill Calhoun