Reinach Jubilee - Gauthier Dupertuis

As part of its 850th anniversary, the Swiss town of Reinach (Canton of Basel Country), commissioned Gauthier Dupertuis to produce an energetic and lively work for the town's concert band, the MG Konkordia Reinach, conducted by maestro Miguel Etchegoncelay. Reinach Jubilee follows the form of a miniature overture, characterised by an almost regular pulsation from the beginning to the end of the work. The first part is of a resolutely festive character, in contrast with a peaceful central part, gradually returning to the solemn and jubilant outbursts of the beginning of the work. A perfect piece to open your concert!

Reindeer Adventures

Reindeer Galop - Robert W. Smith

Santa's reindeer are off and running with this playful holiday selection by Robert W. Smith. Featuring "Jingle Bells" and "Up On The Housetop," you can hear the hooves of the reindeer as they "galop" across the wintery countryside. Written for the young band as well as more advanced bands with limited rehearsal time, "Reindeer Galop" is an exciting addition or finale/encore to your holiday concert program. Santa, hold on tight!

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Reindeer Rag

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Reindeer Rhumba - David Shaffer

What do you get when you combine "Up on the Housetop" with a rhythmic Cuban dance rhythm? "Reindeer Rhumba," of course! The Latin rhythms that are generated in the percussion section work in perfection with the bright and articulate melodies throughout the piece. And for just a bit of change, we add a little swing in the middle. A perfect novelty setting for any holiday concert.

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Rejoice And Be Merry

This creative and festive arrangement, based on the traditional carol "Rejoice and Be Merry," is perfect for your next holiday concert. The contrasting middle section utilizes "Carol of the Bells" in clever and dramatic counterpoint to the initial theme. With its dramatic and joyous conclusion, "Rejoice and Be Merry" is sure to be a holiday favorite with audience and performers alike.

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Rejoice and be Merry - James Curnow

This heart-warming Christmas selection makes use of three complementary carols Rejoice and Be Merry, The First Noel and We Wish You a Merry Christmas in creative and artistic ways. While preparing for your winter concert, this is a perfect vehicle to establish the foundational concepts of good phrasing and balance with your young group. Bringing these items into focus early in the academic year will pay dividends as your year progresses. In addition there are enough contrasting style considerations to make this a remarkably good teaching tool on many levels. Quality!

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Rejoice The Season - Romeyn

This very clever festive work is the perfect opener or closer for your holiday concert! Familiar carols are very creatively woven together capturing the true joy of the season. A very expressive and beautiful treatment of "Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella" provides a wonderful contrast to the festive and energetic beginning and ending. This version, for the "Build-A-Band" series ensures success with even the most awkward of instrumentation. "Rejoice The Season" is sure to be a holiday favorite with school bands and adult community groups. You'll want to program this every year!

Rejoice The Season! - Rob Romeyn

This very clever festive arrangement is the perfect opener or closer for your holiday concert! Familiar carols are very creatively woven together capturing the true joy of the season. A very expressive and beautiful treatment of "Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella" provides a wonderful contrast to the festive and energetic beginning and ending of the piece. "Rejoice The Season" is sure to be holiday favorite with school bands and adult community groups. You'll want to program this every year!

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Rejoice! - Naoya Wada

Rejoice! was commissioned by the Kitakyushu City Foundation for Promoting Arts and Culture (KICPAC) on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the city on Feburary 10, 1063. The composer grew up in this city and feels at home there. Kitakyushu was born from the merger of five municipalities of Moji, Kokura, Tobata, Yahata and Wakamatsu centred on the ancient city of Kokura. These five former cities are represented in five themes in distinct keys at the beginning of the piece: G major, e major, g major again, Bb major and F major. Rejoice! is dedicated to the city of Kitakyushu and Mr. Kenji Kitahashi, mayor of the city. The premire was held on March3, 2013 at the Kitakyushu Soleil Hall, performed by the Comfort Wind Ensemble, conducted by Mr. Satoru Yoshihara.

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