Folk Songs from the Southern Appalachians (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Smith, Robert W.

There are a wide number of folk songs from the Appalachian region that are cherished by Americans. Smith selected a number of these tunes, including "The Dear Companion," "Pretty Saro," "Lisbon," "Green Bushes," "Lord Randall," "Lord Thomas." and "Fair Ellinor." Set in a more traditional concert band style, these more obscure folk songs have been scored at the concert band level in a Grainger-esque style by Robert W. Smith. Duration: 6.45

Folklore for Band (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Caudill, Jim Andy

First published in 1964, this dynamic work endures as a classic for young concert bands. Heavily influenced by the modal folk idiom found in early Welsh and British band works, this new edition features a full score and is dedicated by the composer to the memory of Dr. Frederick Fennell.Duration: 5:30

Folksongs from the Eastern Counties (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Vaughan Williams, Ralph

Vaughan Williams travelled during 1903 to 1906, collecting folk songs first-hand from residents. Four of the fifteen titles he published for voice and piano in the original volume comprise Folk Songs from the Eastern Counties, including "The Lost Lady Found," "The Lark in the Morning," "Bushes and Briars," and "Ward, the Pirate." Scored for concert band exactly as they were first published, with much of the accompanying material also being drawn from RVW's harmonisations and stylistic interpretations. Experience these cherished authentic folk songs creatively complied for your concert band.Duration: 3:30

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Follow Me (Clarinet Solo with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Walter, Christoph

Feature your clarinettist with this original work from the pen of Christoph Walter

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Follow The River

This haunting and distinctive work is based on a novel by celebrated author/historian James Alexander Thom. Melodies in both minor and major tell the 1755 true account of a young woman who, after having escaped from the Shawnee Indians, tries to find her way home. With the Ohio River as her guide, Mary Ingles begins a one thousand mile journey through the wilderness in her valiant attempt to reach that goal. The addition of intriguing percussion parts and optional piano/synthesizer makes this remarkable story set to music a must for every library. Very effective!

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Follow the Star

A great selection to get your "packed house" for the holiday concert! This original Christmas tune may be performed by the band alone, or with a unison chorus, two-part chorus or soloist. The melody and lyrics are simple and very singable, requiring little rehearsal by a young ensemble, music class or "future star," and is accessible to children's choruses. This unique selection will add that "extra touch" to your concert, and has the potential to generate an "automatic" audience of parents, grandparents and friends. Great holiday fare!

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Fontaleza (Fortress) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lopez, Victor

An original adventure that depicts the Spanish exploratory expedition and colonization of the Americas. Forceful in nature, students and audiences will certainly experience a musical Spanish journey. Both unique and current, it is certainly the perfect combination. Duration: 3:00

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Fontane di Roma (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Respighi, Ottorino - Kimura, Yoshihiro

Italian composer Ottorino Respighi wrote several operas, ballet music, chamber music, piano and organ works as well as Cantatas in a style much influenced by the French Impressionists mixed with his unique personal style. The Japanese arranger Yoshihiro Kimura has skilfully adapted Respighi's symphonic poem Fontane di Roma for concert bands of an advanced level.Duration: 15:15

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Footprints Wind Band Set (Score & Parts)

Bring the house down with Jerry Bensman's sparkling Footprints. Everyone is, or at least feels, important in this simple but very effective march which works equally well on stage as on parade. Often a march does not have to be difficult to possess a thorougly pleasing 'full' sound. In understanding this, Jerry Bensman added a valuable repertoire-piece to the music available for youth-bands. In performing Footprints your beginning bandsmen take a major step forward in advancing their budding musical careers. Tip: Put the spotlights on your cymbals-player and make him (or her) the star of the evening. 02:30

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Footprints on the Moon (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Story, Michael

This emotional original work celebrates the entire United States space program and specifically the July 20th anniversary of the first lunar landing of Apollo 11 in 1969. The piece opens with a majestic and punctuated theme followed immediately by an inquisitive melody. This is interrupted to pay tribute to those lost in Apollo 1 then resumes and develops towards a glorious and soaring conclusion. A compelling choice!Duration: 3.30

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