Fanfare on an Old French Carol - Robert W. Smith

Based on the French carol "Bring A Torch, Jeanette Isabella," this beautiful arrangement for the concert band is perfect opening or closing statement for your holiday concert. In addition to the dramatic opening and closing statements, Robert W. Smith has contrasted the timeless melody through instrumental color with features for both woodwind and brass choirs. A musically rewarding arrangement that will be part of your holiday repertoire for years to come!

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Fanfare on Good King Wenceslas - David Martin

This delightful piece based on the familiar Christmas carol that is perfect for very young bands at their first holiday concert appearance. Gives a nice big sound while remaining accessible to developing players at this grade level. Includes an optional keyboard part which can be used as a rehearsal aid or as a performance enhancement when performing it with very small groups.

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Fanfare on Joy to the World - James Curnow

A jubilant way to open any holiday concert.

Fanfare on Ode to Joy - Ludwig van Beethoven

Jim Curnow provides an outstanding setting of this triumphant theme from Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. A great concert opener!

Fanfare prelude - Ivo Kouwenhoven

Fanfare Prelude - Otto M. Schwarz

Fanfare Prelude on the Italian Hymn - James Curnow

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Fanfare Prelude: 'And Can it Be?' - Charles Wesley

Glorious and reverent! A bright fanfare prelude on Charles Wesley's "And Can It Be?" is ideal for church or school. Timothy Johnson's creative and appropriate treatment will inspire the congregation or concert audience from the opening notes to the heroic conclusion. Skillful reharmonization, counterpoint, and colorful orchestration combine with a beautiful contrasting "solemne" section to make this arrangement a sure winner. Perfect for festival, concert, and church service alike.

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Fanfare Prelude: Adeste Fidelis - Timothy Johnson

Joyous and uplifting, you?ll find this Fanfare Prelude to be an excellent way to open your winter concert. This uplifting treatment of one of the all -time great carolsO Come, All Ye Faithful is certain to command the audience?s attention from start to finish. Robust Brasses and ebullient Woodwinds rise above the majestic Percussion to make a bold and grand statement that you are sure to remember for a long time to come. Thrilling!

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Fanfare prelude: O God our Help in Ages Past - James Curnow

FANFARE PRELUDE: O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST is based on the hymn-tune "St. Anne," which was used by G.F.Handel in the Chandos anthem "O Praise the Lord," and by J.S.Bach in his triple fugue in E-flat "The St. Anne Fugue." James Curnow's FANFARE PRELUDE: O GOD OUR HELP IN AGES PAST captures the thoughts of this magnificent hymn, which speaks of our country's reliance upon God. The unusual 4/4 meter setting with artfully crafted re-harmonizations and lush counterpoint gives each listener cause to reflect on the importance and meaning of this melody to patriotic Americans everywhere.Inspired!

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