RIVER CITY SERENADE (Progress Concert Band) - Sparke, Philip

This delightful serenade gives an opportunity to introduce players to some unusual time-signatures at a leisurely pace! Performance time 4'45

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River Grove Reflections (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Preuninger, Bruce

River Grove Reflections is a beautiful, lyrical work skillfully crafted from the pen of Bruce Preuninger. A great work for practicing expressive playing, the piece utilizes smooth, flowing lines and an extensive range of dynamic throughout. Dovetailing melodies create wonderful harmonic textures. River Grove Reflections may be just the perfect "contrasting" contest piece your band is looking for! Duration: 3.45

River of Dreams (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lopez, Victor

The initial eerie flute solo is joined by other members of the woodwind family, then the full ensemble, and the piece takes off! The energetic section builds to a frenzy interrupted with bright bursts of sound. The beautiful melody returns again in the trumpet, then low brass, building to a dynamic close. Real music for your young band. This one is certain to be a winner.Duration: 4:45

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River of Hope (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

The centre-piece of this work for band is the memorable Appalachian folk hymn "Down to the River to Pray," which was featured in the 2000 film O Brother, Where Art Thou? Interspersed with this melody is a faster original theme that provides a complementary yet contrasting tone to the emotional statements of the folk hymn. Richly scored and flowingly beautiful.Duration: 4:30

River of Life

The first in a long line of wonderful band compositions by Steven Reineke. Full of soaring melodies, unique harmonies and exciting rhythms, "River of Life" is a quality composition that has had many quality performances at contests and concerts all over the world.

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River of Peril (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Webb, Amy

Get ready to ride the rapids on the "River of Peril!" Maine's Kennebec River is a popular white-water rapids destination, which boasts several nail-biting runs. This river promises enjoyment from beginners to seasoned pros, with dips, dives and rushes galore. But fear not - for those of you just beginning your rafting adventures, there are several moments of quietude and solace in between the perilous parts - just like in this clever original band work, carefully scored for the developing young band. Whoosh! Duration: 2.40

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River of the Ancients (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

For thousands of years, amid turmoil and grandeur, the Nile River has remained a stable and life-giving presence in the land of Egypt. Michael Sweeney hints at sounds from these ancient times as he depicts dances of celebration, awe-inspiring pyramids, invasions and conquest over foreign armies. Brief solos with delicate accompaniments counterbalance bold themes and powerful percussion statements in this substantial work for young bands. An element of rhythmic vitality is pervasive throughout, representing the steady and constant flow of this mighty river of life.

River Rendezvous (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

River Rendezvous conceived as a work for multi-level band festivals, however it also serves as a dynamic stand-alone composition for grade 3 bands. Representing moods and scenes of the Fox River in southern Wisconsin, the two contrasting movements may be performed separately or together. The primary themes in each movement are simple enough for beginning players, and are then embellished and developed in the more advanced levels. Sure to be an exciting extravaganza for parents and students alike!Duration: 6:00

River Songs (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wagner, Douglas E.

Few young people live closer together than do band members, as they work together, laugh together and cry together through the years of their involvement in musical activities. It is sad indeed when death strikes. River Songs was commissioned to commemorate the lives of two such young musicians (one white and one African-American). These two appropriate works, "Deep River," and "Shall We Gather at the River," were chosen as witness to our common bonds in this life and beyond.Duration: 4.00

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River Songs of the South (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Harbinson, William G.

America's rivers have long been a source of life, providing water to nourish the settlers and routes for exploration and commerce. These rivers have inspired many songs that tell tales of those who prospered from the shores. River Songs of the South draws from America's rich heritage of slave, folk and minstrel songs that capture the spirit of the southern region and paint a picture of a much simpler way of life. A celebrated addition to any programme! Duration: 6.30

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