Grade 2.5

Grade: 2.5

Price: $64

Come and join the fun as we present your band in a circus extravaganza! A Day at the Circus takes you on a musical tour where you will meet clowns to make you laugh, breathtaking acrobats, lion tamers and even the Human Cannonball. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Grade: 2.5

Price: $64

Descriptive and adventuresome, James Curnow's A Day in Space is the perfect performance piece for the modern age. The inspiring opening brings the excitement of a momentous event to your concert stage. The thrilling lift-off carries the listener high above the planet into Earth orbit - where magnificent views, a space-walk, the re-entry and finally the celebration of a job well done bring this fanciful excursion to a rousing climax. This piece provides wonderful possibilities for cross-curricular teaching with the science department.

Grade: 2.5

Price: $65

Directors of young bands everywhere have long awaited a well-crafted and accessible transcription of this timeless classic. James Curnow's decades of transcription/orchestration experience are clearly evident in this artful and authentic adaptation. There's no better way to learn about a great composer than by playing one of his most recognizable works. Add Camille Saint-Saëns to your upcoming program. Musicians and audience alike are sure to enjoy it. Dive into a study of musical heritage.

Grade: 2.5

Price: $47

“For the Olympic Flag” - Commissioned by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games Cultural Olympiad in honor of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games

Written to be played by the Olympic Band whenever the Olympic flag appears, this work features brilliant brass fanfares interspersed with exciting flourishes in woodwinds and percussion. The main theme has a dramatic flow that is occasionally punctuated with motifs from the opening fanfare. A contrasting middle section features the low brass.

Grade 4 edition also available - HL44003659

Grade: 2.5

Price: $59

Encourage your band to explore alternative constructs in musical composition. A wide spectrum of interesting and divergent ideas permeate this engaging new work for concert band. Addressing the visual realm through the auditory sense opens up uncharted vistas which James Curnow masterfully explores, much to the enjoyment of the audience and the players alike. Team up with the art teacher for some cross-curricular work, as well as imaginative ideas for the use of visuals for your concert. If you are looking for something different, here it is!

Grade: 2

Price: $55

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. Dur: 4:15