Antiquitas

Antiquitas is ideal for your students' first year concert program. With its modal qualities and dance-like character, Antiquitas takes your imagination back in time. All sections of the ensemble get the opportunity to become the melodic focus within this work. Making use of contrasting marcato and legato playing, your students will learn to incorporate these techniques to maximize musicality at a very early point in their musical careers.

Antiquitus - Joseph Compello

Set in a Roman style, this aggressive Joseph Compello piece is sure to be one of your band's favorites. It is a full and powerful piece that is much easier to play than it sounds.

Antz - Carol Brittin Chambers

Are you ready to groove with some tiny, but mighty creatures? Then you won't want to miss out on "Antz" by composer Carol Brittin Chambers! This upbeat and playful composition captures the lively spirit of ants as they march and scurry about, each with a purpose and determination that is sure to inspire. From the catchy melodies to the dynamic rhythms, "Antz" is the perfect addition to any band's repertoire.

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Antzell - Rita Defoort

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Anvil Chorus - Giuseppe Verdi

Excerpted from: Il Trovatore

Any Dream will do - Andrew Lloyd Webber

Apache - Jerry Lordan

Apache Lullaby - Michael Colgrass

Based on a lullaby that an Apache mother sings to her child, this lyric piece for developing band is a series of variations on this beautiful melody. Different sections of the ensemble are featured in each variation, with easy counterpoint introduced to the young musicians in a natural and attractive setting that brings the tranquility, mystery and heroism of Native American culture to life.

Apertura - François Rousselot

Apex - Andrew Glover

This snappy march for the Barnhouse "Command" series from the pen of Andrew Glover is an excellent choice for younger bands learning traditional march style. Every section of the band has a chance to shine, and young musicians will sound their best on this mature-sounding toe-tapper. A solid choice for middle school/junior high bands, or high school bands of limited instrumentation and experience. Your band will reach its "apex" performing this delightful march!

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