Band Scores
Grade 2.5
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Dominic Dousa - Sweet Little One (Grade 2.5)
A$
163.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music Sweet Little One is a lullaby, with a melody that the composer sang to his son Diego during the first few weeks of the baby boy’s life. The piece is marked by a warmth, radiance, and simplicity that reflects the wonder and beauty of a precious new born. It also features a simply beautiful melody and sweeping eighth note countermelodies, giving it amazing potential to teach your students to play lyrically and expressively. |
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William Himes - Creed (Grade 2.5)
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154.00
Publisher: Neil A. Kjos Music Company A creed is a statement of belief. This piece, while not literally programmatic, seeks to convey a sense of affirmation and trust, ideals considered to be the basis of humanity. The result is music which is descriptive and atmospheric, conjuring a variety of moods ranging from reflection to exultation. A natural for contest! |
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Randall D. Standridge - March of the Arachnids (Grade 2.5)
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175.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music "March of the Arachnids" is the second movement in the composers "Garden Suite", following "Frogs" from 2018. "The Itsy Bitsy Spider" and "Shoo Fly" serve as its primary melodic material, though given a minor mode and 6/8 twist. Composer Standridge shows off his chops brilliantly by combining the two melodies for a rousing ending. This strikingly original march is perfect for any performance venue, and is a fantastic way to teach your students how to play in fast 6/8. (2:28) |
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Randall D. Standridge - Snow Angels (Grade 2.5)
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163.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music In this evocative lyrical work, Standridge again displays his gift for writing expressive music in a uniquely individual way. Written in memory of Alyssa Ettl, a Minnesota middle school student, Snow Angels is a meditation on the fragile nature of life and the way people can come into our lives and leave an impression, much like a child making an angel in the snow. The piece maintains a gentle mood for most of its duration, but comes to a thunderous climax just before the end, signifying the majesty of snow covered mountains. |
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Percy Grainger arr. Michael Sweeney - Lisbon (From Lincolnshire Posy) (Grade 2.5)
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93.00
Publisher: Hal Leonard The opening movement of Grainger's Lincolnshire Posy is the brief yet engaging “Lisbon” and has been arranged here for young players and reduced instrumentation. Even with minor simplification and modest ranges, the character and authenticity shines through in this skilled adaptation. (1:30) |
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Terry White - Mystery and Mayhem (Grade 2.5)
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163.00
Publisher: Grand Mesa Music Pulsating rhythms, dark harmonies, and constantly contrasting musical elements give this edgy work the feel of a spy novel unfolding. The composer’s imagination and scoring expertise are on full display here as every phrase displays some type of unusual twist. One never knows what lies ahead in this always surprising musical caper! |
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Satoshi Yagisawa - A Glorious Summer Day (Grade 2.5)
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187.00
Publisher: De Haske The Japanese composer Satoshi Yagisawa is known for writing beautiful and colourful melodies. This moving slow piece is suitable as a warm-up piece or a quiet moment in your concert programme. It also allows you to work on intonation, phrasing and musicality. |
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