While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks (Concert Band with Optional Choir - Score and Parts) - Willcocks, David - Noble, Paul

While shepherds watched their flocks is a Christmas carol describing the Annunciation to the Shepherds, with words attributed to Irish hymnist, lyricist and England's Poet Laureate Nahum Tate. The exact date of Tate's composition is not known, but the words appeared in Tate and Nicholas Brady's 1700 supplement to their New Version of the Psalms of David of 1696. It was the only Christmas hymn authorised to be sung by the Anglican Church; before 1700 only the Psalms of David were permitted to be sung. In the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries, the standard hymn tune of While shepherds watched is Winchester Old (initially simply Winchester), originally published in Este's psalter The Whole Book of Psalmes from 1592. This arrangement represents one in the Series of Band Arrangements compatible with David Willcocks' Carols for Choirs.

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Whirlegigg (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hesketh, Kenneth

Whirlegigg is the middle English word for a contraption that continuously spins. A great fascination with many inventors of the medieval period was to develop a perpetual motion machine constantly turning and giving off energy. This idea is particularly apt for this piece. A simple ternary structure gives ample opportunity for both boisterous and reflective material with gyrating accompanimental figures never far away. The machine almost stops near the end, but finally musters one last burst of excitement and energy to bring the work to its close.Duration: 5.00

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Whirligigs (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

This attractive suite of three concise movements depicts various types of whirligig contraptions, or wind-toys which were popular in Europe as early as the 16th century. Marching Soldier features an optional marching machine creating the effect of soldiers on parade, while Flower Lady depicts a figure in constant fluid motion moving up and down while picking flowers. The concluding movement, The Flying Horse, describes a very active whirligig with moving feet and flapping wings. A unique and descriptive programming option for young players.Duration: 4:15

Whirlwind (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

This easy yet exciting composition for young players captures the energy and forward motion of a whirlwind. James Curnow creates musical diversity through melodic development and rhythmic contrast, plus a brief bit of calm before the frantic pace and windstorm returns. Sure to be an engaging work for your band

Whirlwind (Flute Solo with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Fraser, Bruce

Whirlwind is a flute solo and (despite the title!) it will be found that a steady waltz tempo works best. Obviously, it is important that the accompaniment remains delicate and that dynamics are adhered to.Titles in the Prelude Series are specifically scored for bands with few, if any, bass instruments but will sound well on larger ensembles. The bass line is playable by any combination of bass clarinet, bassoon, baritone saxophone, trombone, euphonium or tuba; in the event that none of these is available, the part for trombone/euphonium (B flat TC) can be played by tenor saxophone. The tuned percussion part is entirely optional and can be played by any available instrument(s). Each piece also includes a preliminary exercise. This is always in the same key as the accompanying piece and consists of a scale and chord progression that can be used for improving ensemble, balance, intonation and instrumental facility by changing tempo, articulation and dynamics.Duration: 1.30

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Whirlwind(s) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Saucedo, Richard L.

Written as a follow up to Richard's popular composition Windsprints, this high-energy work takes the sonorities and technical possibilities of the wind band to new levels. Includes important passages for piano, woodwinds and brass. Exciting as an opener or encore!Duration: 2:45

Whirlwinds (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David

Capturing the intense power of the seas, "Whirlwinds" opens with intense rhythms and haunting harmonies building in intensity throughout the composition. A brief lull in the storm divides the piece into 3 separate and contrasting musical moments. Utilizing the power of the percussion section to define the drama, David Shaffer has crafted a festival piece that will intrigue your students and entertain your audiences. "Whirlwinds" is a perfect choice for any concert or festival.Duration: 2.00

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Whirlybird (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Stalter, Todd

This fast-paced, swirling vortex of sound, with swift melodies and grooving background rhythms, is woven together with changing time signatures and plentiful use of percussion. It is an aural impression of the whirling rotors and unique maneuvers of a helicopter.Duration: 3:05

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Whisper to Their Souls (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Hazo, Samuel R.

Based on GreensleevesHere is a unique and creative setting of the familiar tune Greensleeves (What Child Is This?) that opens with the melody scored softly for the woodwinds. The full ensemble contributes a series of harmonically rich phrases until the work reaches an emotional climax at the powerfully scored key change. Effective and memorable.Duration: 4:15

Whispering Ridge

Middle school band directors will appreciate the melodic accessibility of this contest/concert piece for young maturing bands. This work contains strong musical content that supplies plenty of opportunities to teach expression and phrasing to young students. A truly exceptional work!

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