Band Scores
Grade 2
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Brian Balmages - Eagles Among Us (Grade 2)
A$
168.00
Publisher: FJH Music Company This powerful overture with cinematic overtones is designed to be playable by band alone, yet offers the option of band and strings combined. Depicting the vision of the world from the eyes of an eagle while in flight, the music includes dramatic fanfares juxtaposed with moments of lyricism that range from calming to soaring. An inspiring and accessible work with multiple performance options! (2:30) |
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David Bobrowitz - Caribbean Holiday (Grade 2)
A$
125.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music Transport your band and audience to the tropics without ever having to set foot on a boat! This light-hearted piece authentically captures the feel of island music with its memorable, singing melodies and dancing, syncopated rhythms. The variety of scoring that evolves as the piece progresses will also keep your band on its toes as the audience taps its collective toes! |
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Pavel Chesnokov arr. Michael Brown - Salvation is Created (Grade 2)
A$
127.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard This Russian Orthodox-style choral anthem was composed in 1912. It was one of Chesnokov's last sacred works, and one he never heard performed. Michael Brown has skilfully and faithfully recreated this memorable chorale for young players using reduced instrumentation suitable even for smaller ensembles. |
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Brian Drake - By the Sword (Grade 2)
A$
163.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music (GMM398) This imaginary tale of the exploits of a heroic warrior conjures up vivid images of a bygone era. Strong melodic lines are constantly shifted through the ensemble, supported by an intense percussion score your young percussionists will love playing. The sounds of battle and clashing swords are vividly portrayed in this wildly descriptive work, culminating in a majestic return home after an intense series of battles. This vivid work is designed to totally engage your students and audience! |
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Dvorák arr. Robert Longfield - Slavonic Dance No. 3 (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard “Tuneful and rhythmic” describe the Slavonic Dances by Dvorák, and part of what makes them so immediately appealing. This setting of Slavonic Dance No. 3 alternates between a moderate tempo and faster sections, and ultimately an even faster segment for the energetic finish. Effectively arranged for younger bands. (2:35) |
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Robert Longfield - Vortex (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard With a driving rhythmic pulse, strong melody in a minor key, and a bold, edgy style, this exciting original work will have immediate appeal with players and audiences alike. A slow and flowing middle section features the woodwinds (followed by the full band) and offers an effective contrast to the powerful opening and closing segments. Perfect for contest or festival. (5:20) |
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Benj Pasek, Justin Paul arr. Paul Murtha - The Greatest Show (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard From the hottest movie soundtrack to come along in years, here is a high-energy, yet playable arrangement of the dynamic opening number. |
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Lin-Manuel Miranda arr. Matt Conaway - You're Welcome (from Moana) (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard Sung by the character Maui (Dwayne Johnson) from the Disney hit movie Moana, this catchy tune features a light-hearted style and a melody that sticks with you. Perfect for a change of pace on any concert. (2:45) |
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Christina Perri arr. Paul Murtha - A Thousand Years (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard Initially featured in the blockbuster movie The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 and recorded by Christina Perri, this powerful ballad enjoys continued popularity. A rare pop tune in 3/4 time, this effective arrangement for band features lyrical melodies, careful pacing, and nicely varied textures. |
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John Powell arr. Johnnie Vinson - How to Train Your Dragon (Grade 2)
A$
126.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard Composed by John Powell, the exciting and emotionally powerful music from the DreamWorks film How to Train Your Dragon has taken on a life of its own. Here is an adaptation for younger bands by Johnnie Vinson that includes the tender lyricism as well as dramatic heroic moments of the original. |
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Tito Puente arr. Michael Brown - Oye Como Va (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard Composed by Latin master Tito Puente and made famous by Santana, here is a wonderful easy arrangement with a feel good Latin groove. Your percussion section will love this one! |
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Randall D. Standridge - Darklands Legends (Grade 2)
A$
213.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music In three movements, this suite for young band will capture the imaginations of your students and transport them to an amazing fantasy land of musical expression. It is designed to be played as a stand-alone suite, or for an even more expansive undertaking, as movements 2, 3, and 4 of the Darklands Symphony, along with Darklands March (1) and DarkHeart (5). Additionally, the movements can be played as separate, stand-alone pieces, and all are designed to be successful by groups with limited instrumentation or larger, complete ensembles. The entire Darklands Symphony stands alone as a major work for young band, and can easily be the highlight of your students’ band experience. |
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Randall D. Standridge - High Voltage (Grade 1.5 - 2 )
A$
120.00
Publisher: FJH Music company Stun your audience with this electrifying new work that uses sound effects to create a thundering soundscape. The raw power of electricity is harnessed in this work that features exciting rhythms, clever percussion writing, a very approachable synthesizer part, and a myriad of thunder and electric sounds that will add a new dimension to your program. (2:15) |
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Pinar Toprak arr. Michael Brown - Captain Marvel (Grade 2)
A$
116.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard From the blockbuster movie, here is the powerful main theme for our favourite heroine, Captain Marvel! (2:19) |
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Various arr. Johnnie Vinson - Disco Lives! (Grade 2)
A$
126.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard From the heart of the '70's, three of pop music's biggest hits are combined into a non-stop, 125 beats per minute medley that your students will love. It includes the Village Peoples' Y.M.C.A., the Bee Gee's Stayin' Alive, and Gloria Gaynor's I Will Survive. |
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John Williams arr. Michael Sweeney - Summon the Heroes (Grade 2)
A$
105.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard Written for the '96 Olympic Games in Atlanta, this stirring theme has been superbly arranged for younger bands by Michael Sweeney. Solid key centres, easy style shifts, and careful rhythmic notation make this an ideal confidence builder and impressive concert selection. |
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