Major Scales and Arpeggios - Roger Kugler

The first in a series of selections devoted to improving specific areas of performance. All 12 major scales are presented in a clear, easy-to-read format thats adaptable to any rehearsal situation and can be practiced individually or in sequence, with the full band, sections, or individual players. The percussion parts include basic as well as advanced rudimental snare drum parts and melodic and auxiliary parts that can be rotated between players. Percussion can be rehearsed as a section as well as with the full band. Valuable as a daily warm-up exercise, as a reinforcement of performance keys, or as audition/grading material.

Majoretten-Parade - Ton Kotter

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Majorettes - J.J. Richards

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Makalaka Boom! - Haakon Esplo

With rock beats and fun rhythms you can let the young musicians have fun in this simple and captivating rock song! It has challenges and small solo parts in all parts, including percussion, and allows you to add your own improvisations if you want. You can repeat sections, especially after measure 14, and give individual musicians the task to create small solo motifs or to be creative in other ways.

Make A Joyful Noise - James Swearingen

Bound together by great compositional writing, memorable themes and interesting percussion parts, this joyous creation is the perfect selection for contest and festival use. As always, the overall sound of your ensemble will be enhanced by the attention to detail that is a trademark of Swearingen's unique ability to score for band. An emotional and stirring middle section provides a wonderful opportunity for solo trumpet and the celebratory ending will leave your audience breathless and wanting for more. Absolutely stunning!

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Make my day - Ron Gilmore

Make My Day is an aptly titled piece by Ron Gilmore, designed to put a whole concert hall in the mood. Features a dramatic encore that will linger long in the ear and the mind of the listener. An ideal addition to your repertoire that really will 'make your day'!

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Make Way for Melody (March) - Leon V. Metcalf

Make Way for Melody is a traditional march specifically taylored to the young band. It is written in classic march form and certain has a delightful melody. A perfect contest/festival warm-up march.

Make You Feel My Love - Bob Dylan

This melody is the Norwegian version of "Make You Feel My Love" composed by Bob Dylan. The lyrics is translated by Bjarne Hjelmeland and the song performed by, among others, Norwegian singer Ingebjrg Bratland. The English version is also widely covered, notably by Adele. The lyrics is a tribute to love, and the song is a popular song for weddings. Watch balance all times, both regarding foreground/background and within instrument groups. The piece is in soft and middle soft dynamics. Make sure that it is not too loud, while maintaining marked dynamic variations.

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Makin' Whoopee - Walter Donaldson

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Makin' Whoopee! - Walter Donaldson