Yamanobe no Michi Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

"Yamanobe no Michi" (road at the foot of a mountain) is located east of the Yamato basin. It is the oldest road in Japan and is about 35km (21.5 miles) long. The oldest market and positions used for trading merchandise over the centuries are found along this road. While composing this work the composer visualised the activity along "Yamanobe no Michi" imagining the solemn procession of the aristocracy, as well as the chaos that traffic often presents. He also kept in mind the tumultuous history that this road has seen and still represents today. 0:06:00

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Yankee Doodle (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

A lovely little march by James Swearingen that is made to order for elementary level bands. Starting out with just the woodwinds and snare drum, this tuneful arrangement is a gem. As usual, Swearingen's melodic and rhythmic touches make this a piece you'll play over and over for years to come. Full Score.

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Yankee Doodle (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wagner, Douglas E.

This familiar patriotic tune is historically related to Revolutionary times. Fluidly traveling between instrument families, everyone has opportunity with the melody and harmony. A full scoring for your beginners that reinforces phrasing and musical style. And called it macaroni! Duration: 1:45

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Yankee Spirit March (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - O'Reilly, John

Here's a patriotic medley that is perfect for that very first concert. Yankee Spirit March uses only six notes (concert B-flat to G) and no eighth notes. John O'Reilly has arranged sections of the following all-time favorites: "Yankee Doodle," "You're a Grand Old Flag," "America the Beautiful," "The Marines' Hymn," "Caisson Song" and "Anchors Aweigh." Duration: 2.00

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Ye Banks and Braes (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Miller, Charles - Strommen, Carl

The melody of "Ye Banks and Braes," written in 1788, is attributed to Charles Miller. The lush yet melancholy character of the melody matches the pastoral images and feelings alongside a serene river bank in Scotland. Scored in 3/4 for rhythmic ease, this rich-sounding chorale will ensure a glorious sound!Duration: 2:30

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Ye Banks and Braes o' Bonnie Doon (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

Michael takes this tender and lyrical folk song and creates a marvellous setting for beginning players. Even at this easy level, this arrangement provides a wealth of musicality through creative harmonies and skilled scoring. Every section gets a chance to play the melody at some point.Duration: 2:20

Ye Banks and Braes o' Bonnie Doon (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

This tender and mournful traditional folk song remains a favorite with ensembles of all levels. Even in the easy flex format scored for four parts, this arrangement provides ample variety in textures, and musicality with effective emotional pacing.Duration: 2.30

YE MERRY BELLS (Programme Concert Band) - Keeley, Ed

A rousing work based on the Ukrainian Bell Carol with statements of God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. Duration: 1:45

Ye Olde Dance Musicke (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Fraser, Bruce

This piece reflects the style of Elizabethan dance music. The opening tempo should be quite steady, though played with energy. Good balance is required to achieve the contrasts. The change of tempo should be easily achieved, again taking care with the balance, dynamics and accents to produce an energetic performance.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: 1:45

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Year of the Dragon (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Sweeney, Michael

Rarely does a grade 1 composition achieve the level of sophistication and daring found in this work by Michael Sweeney. Dark and ominous sounds are heard at the beginning with Oriental hints and percussive effects. Harmonically adventurous throughout, this is sure to be an exciting and rewarding piece for beginning players.