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•  Instrumentation uses one flute, two clarinets, two trumpets,
     one horn, and trombone/baritone together
•  Difficulty ranges from Grades 1.5 to 2
•  Second clarinet stays below break and break crossing
     considered for first clarinet
•  Active percussion scoring
•  Bass line covered by multiple instruments
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Adversary
Larry Clark

Adversary		 Now, this is what composer Larry Clark does best! He gives developing bands daring compositions that they just absolutely love to play. In Adversary, an epic minor piece, he explores the villainous character that appears in most great stories. The added dimension of ¾ time give this piece an intriguing rhythmic feel. It is full-sounding, but never taxing to the abilities of the developing band. A surefire winner!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS101 Set $50.00
Duration 3:26 FPS101F Full Score $8.00
Key Ab Major FPS101P Parts $3.00 contact us
Aline (March)
Harold Bennett, arranged by Larry Clark
Another classic Harold Bennett (pseudonym for Henry Fillmore) march, first presented as part of the Bennett Band Book series. Every year, more and more band directors choose these little march gems, arranged by Larry Clark, for contest warm-up. They are tuneful, easy to play, and simply sound great!
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Level Grade 2 FPS68 Set $50.00
Duration 2:11 FPS68F Full Score $8.00
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Atlantic Crossing
Alan Lee Silva
This triumphant work by composer Alan Lee Silva will be a perfect selection for your next contest or festival performance. Atlantic Crossing contains all the signature flowing lines and warm harmonies that have made Silva’s music so popular and fresh. Silva takes a completely new approach to composing music for concert band, so we guarantee this is unlike anything you’ve ever heard before.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS66 Set $50.00
Duration 2:27 FPS66F Full Score $8.00
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Ballet of the Gnomes
Joseph Compello
Picture a group of clumsy gnomes trying to dance a ballet, and you’ve got the vision of this piece — the ungraceful attempt to be the opposite, lumbering through a dainty dance quite unsuited to them. You will hear the influence of the famous Dance Macabre in the piece, and we know this great new work from veteran composer Joseph Compello will be a hit with your students.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS70 Set $50.00
Duration 2:33 FPS70F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS70P Parts $3.00 contact us
The Band Picnic
Joseph Compello

The Band Picnic		 This piece takes the audience on a musical journey and introduces the students to the term quodlibet, which refers to a piece of music that combines several different melodies in counterpoint. During this musical journey you will hear: A-Tisket A- Tasket, Rain Rain Go Away, The Muffin Man, Shortin' Bread, Shoo Fly Don't Bother Me and Mary Had a Little Lamb. These songs are familiar, but the arrangement by Joseph Compello is unique and enjoyable.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS99 Set $50.00
Duration 2:34 FPS99F Full Score $8.00
Key Bb Major FPS99P Parts $3.00 contact us
Blast from the Past
Joseph Compello
Get your students swinging with this delightful original swing tune from composer Joseph Compello. This piece is reminiscent of the big band era and the melodies and harmonies evoke the feeling of all the great big bands of the '30s and '40s. Students love to play swing music and this is a great opportunity for young musicians to get into the style.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS86 Set $50.00
Duration 2:34 FPS86F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major / Bb Major FPS86P Parts $3.00 contact us
The Cliffs of Mendocino
Alan Lee Silva
The music of Alan Lee Silva is truly American in scope and sound, and his melodic touch makes his pieces sound effortless. This work is no exception and is a welcome addition to the repertoire for developing bands.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS80 Set $50.00
Duration 2:20 FPS80F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major, F Major FPS80P Parts $3.00 contact us
The Coastline Express
Alan Lee Silva

The Coastline Express		 Majestic and flowing; with images of American grandeur, this new Alan Silva composition showcases his unique style of writing. Alan's pieces are cinematic and paint a sonic landscape for the imagination, and are always a welcome departure from the norm. Your students will love the magnitude of this wonderful work.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS100 Set $50.00
Duration 2:20 FPS100F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major FPS100P Parts $3.00 contact us
The Corsairs
George Sweet
Imagine following a band of swashbuckling pirates in the old days, and you will get the idea behind this energetic new piece from newcomer George Sweet. As a music educator, Sweet knows just how to make your band sound impressive, even if you've yet to travel the high seas!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS92 Set $50.00
Duration 2:36 FPS92F Full Score $8.00
Key G minor FPS92P Parts $3.00 contact us
Dancing the Skies
Kevin Mixon
Inspired by a poem written by an American serviceman during World War II, Dancing the Skies builds on the idea of soaring over the skies and the wonderment that comes from seeing the earth from above. A very solid new composition for contest/festival performance.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS77 Set $50.00
Duration 2:28 FPS77F Full Score $8.00
Key Bb Major FPS77P Parts $3.00 contact us
Dawn Dance
Kevin Mixon

Dawn Dance		 This light and airy piece by Kevin Mixon is written in in ¾ time, giving it a fresh and beautiful feel. A welcome change of pace in a concert program, this selection will push the musicianship of your developing players. It is also worth programming as a second piece after a march at a contest or festival performance.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS97 Set $50.00
Duration 2:18 FPS97F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major FPS97P Parts $3.00 contact us
Fanfare for a King
William Duncombe, arranged by Andrew Balent
Based on the popular piano piece Fanfare Minuet, this Baroque classic has all of the majesty of a work such as Handel's famous Firework Music. Arranger Andrew Balent has given developing bands a wonderful transcription that can be used to teach this important style and era in musical history. It is also gives you great tools to teach and reinforce basic eighth note rhythms for young players. An elegant addition to the program for an early concert.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS84 Set $50.00
Duration 2:12 FPS84F Full Score $8.00
Key Bb Major / Eb Major FPS84P Parts $3.00 contact us
Flash Drive
Bill Calhoun
Flash Drive is a contemporary-sounding piece with veritable splashes of brilliance from up-and-coming composer Bill Calhoun. Bill's composition style incorporates a dramatic flair, giving this work a variety of contrasting styles and articulations, encouraging your students to tap into their most creative styles of playing. Your band will sound its absolute best with this strong new piece.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS90 Set $50.00
Duration 2:10 FPS90F Full Score $8.00
Key G minor FPS90P Parts $3.00 contact us
Frogs Have Rhythm, Too!
Andrew Balent
This fun piece for the young band will be a favorite of students and parents alike. Full of frog sound effects and bluesy style harmonies and rhythms, it is the tune your students will ask to play every single day.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS78 Set $50.00
Duration 2:46 FPS78F Full Score $8.00
Key F Major FPS78P Parts $3.00 contact us
Huron Trail
Sean O'Loughlin
Huron Trail is an energetic piece for developing bands. The music reflects the rich tradition of tribal music from centuries ago. It depicts the challenges of the early settlers and the perils that lied along the frontier. Percussion is an integral part of this musical tradition and is featured extensively in this piece.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS76 Set $50.00
Duration 2:10 FPS76F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS76P Parts $3.00 contact us
In a Quiet Place
Bill Calhoun
A heartfelt new ballad from rising composer Bill Calhoun, In a Quiet Place is the perfect vehicle to teach expressive, emotional playing. This simply beautiful piece is one you don't want to miss.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS75 Set $50.00
Duration 2:41 FPS75F Full Score $8.00
Key F Major, Bb Major FPS75P Parts $3.00 contact us
Into the Darkness
Bill Calhoun
From its mysterious introduction to its dynamic finale, Into the Darkness transports you to the fantasy world of the supernatural. Composed in D minor, the serious nature of Into the Darkness will spark your students’ interest, creating an emotional performance and musical intensity for their audience.This piece gives you ample opportunity to teach musicianship and new rhythms to your group.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS82 Set $50.00
Duration 1:51 FPS82F Full Score $8.00
Key D minor FPS82P Parts $3.00 contact us
Ironclad
Sean O'Loughlin
Ironclad is a term often used to describe hearty sailing vessels, and this piece of the same name describes the never-ending battle between pirates and sailors. In ¾ time, Ironclad is serious, yet imaginative. Your students will really wow the audience and judges with this impressive display of musicality.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS94 Set $50.00
Duration 2:32 FPS94F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS94P Parts $3.00 contact us
Joust
Larry Clark
You will hear the power and aggressive nature of the medieval tournament in this strong new work for developing bands by Larry Clark. Larry's pieces are some of the most performed at this grade level and this piece proves why with its bold rhythms, powerful harmonies and singable melodies. Every section of the band gets to shine in this contest/festival style piece.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS88 Set $50.00
Duration 2:47 FPS88F Full Score $8.00
Key F minor FPS88P Parts $3.00 contact us
Junk Funk
Kevin Mixon
Let your budding percussionists have a ton of fun with this creative piece in a funk style that uses paint buckets and garbage cans as instruments. Junk Funk was written to advance playing skills, but it requires some brash showmanship, so make sure they know how to “raise the roof”!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS91 Set $50.00
Duration 2:29 FPS91F Full Score $8.00
Key C Dorian FPS91P Parts $3.00 contact us
Jurassic Shark
Joseph Compello
Following up on the success of the piece T-Rex, composer Joseph Compello depicts through music the Megalodon. This dramatic piece depicts the prehistoric shark with enormous teeth as it swims ominously and persistently in the dark ocean depths. Students are intrigued by dinosaurs and this piece is a way to inspire them using something they are interested in. They will want to play this piece every day!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS85 Set $50.00
Duration 2:31 FPS85F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS85P Parts $3.00 contact us
Latin Smiles
Joseph Compello
Composer Joseph Compello gives us another exceptional novelty piece that students will enjoy playing. It will serve as a perfect introduction to Latin-style music, certain to leave your players and audiences smiling!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS65 Set $50.00
Duration 1:48 FPS65F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major FPS65P Parts $3.00 contact us
Legacy
Sean O'Loughlin

Legacy		 Composer Sean O'Loughlin has already produced a great deal of exceptional pieces for developing students that will leave a legacy to educators for years to come. This piece is a perfect example of his style of composing that students just love to play. Forceful and bold, Legacy is highly melodic with dramatic musical punches and lots of musical value. Sean has such a marvelous way of making these pieces for younger students sound like more mature music.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS98 Set $50.00
Duration 2:15 FPS98F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS98P Parts $3.00 contact us
March of the Machines
Carl Strommen
Droids, robots, and transformers. We hear them coming in the distance—ominously and persistently. The piece depicts these mechanized creatures marching toward us as the piece unfolds and builds to a satisfying climax. A fun march for your next concert.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS74 Set $50.00
Duration 3:08 FPS74F Full Score $8.00
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Mountains of Mohon
Sean O'Loughlin
Mountains of Mohon is a stunning new work for developing band by popular composer Sean O’Loughlin. It depicts the struggle of new ideas and cultures colliding during the time of the great Westward expansion in America. A striking selection for your next contest/festival performance, this piece will highlight the strengths of your band. While easy to play, the result is truly impressive!
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS67 Set $50.00
Duration 2:40 FPS67F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS67P Parts $3.00 contact us
Night Flight
Bill Calhoun

Night Flight		 Bill Calhoun is quickly becoming one of the best composers in this business. He has a way of writing pieces that are exciting, well-scored, interesting and different. Night Flight shows his aggressive side with a piece that starts strong, right out of the gate. The fearless-sounding melody lifts up players and audience, grabs hold of them and takes them on the musical journey of a flight into the night sky. A perfect selection to showcase your developing band at a contest or festival performance.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS96 Set $50.00
Duration 1:57 FPS96F Full Score $8.00
Key C minor FPS96P Parts $3.00 contact us
Oceania Dances
Kevin Mixon
Oceania Dances uses traditional music from Tahiti and Hawaii, islands located in the geographic region of the Pacific Ocean commonly referred to as Oceania. The recurring rhythms, prominently presented in the percussion solo sections, are derived from frenetic percussion music used to accompany Tahitian dancers.This piece gives you the chance to include the music of other cultures, but yet still has all of the traits of solid band literature. You can't go wrong with this selection for contest/festival.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS83 Set $50.00
Duration 3:04 FPS83F Full Score $8.00
Key Eb Major FPS83P Parts $3.00 contact us
Phantom Echo
Larry Clark
Phantom Echo is intriguing and unique, but retains the signature style that you and your students have come to love from composer Larry Clark. This piece plays on the echo-effect with a great deal of interplay between woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Interesting music for younger students with lots of teaching opportunities.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS79 Set $50.00
Duration 2:18 FPS79F Full Score $8.00
Key F minor FPS79P Parts $3.00 contact us
Pinnacle of Distinction (March)
Larry Clark
Larry Clark has arranged many of the popular Bennett band marches over the years and here, he provides us with a new original march in Bennett style; an excellent vehicle to teach the march style and form to students. Pinnacle of Distinction would be perfect as a warm-up piece for a festival performance.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS95 Set $50.00
Duration 2:13 FPS95F Full Score $8.00
Key Bb Major, Eb Major FPS95P Parts $3.00 contact us
Promised Land
Sean O'Loughlin
Promised Land is a serious-sounding, new piece for the developing band that sounds much more difficult than it plays, allowing your students to show off while remaining at their ability level. The title has its roots in the ideals of John Humphrey Noyes, who founded the Oneida community in the late 1840s. He built a thriving agricultural and spiritual community that became his “promised land.” The music depicts the struggles and triumph of those first settlers in the area, who worked the land and fought for their ideals through much persecution. Promised Land contains all of the rhythmic interest and memorable motives that Sean's music is so known for. It is also an excellent choice for contest/festival.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS81 Set $50.00
Duration 2:23 FPS81F Full Score $8.00
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The Pursuit of Knowledge
Larry Clark
As the title implies, this piece is an inspirational tribute to the quest for learning that occurs in a school environment. Strong themes and angular rhythms help to emulate these qualities through the music. The Pursuit of Knowledge will make a bold statement at your next contest/festival performance.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS71 Set $50.00
Duration 3:07 FPS71F Full Score $8.00
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The Red Planet
Joseph Compello
The Red Planet is an original concert piece in 5/4 time for a band with at least one year’s training. Joseph Compello's intriguing new work depicts the planet Mars in 5/4 time, giving the work an uneven, exciting feel. The opening section is bold and aggressive, and this piece explores a variety of moods throughout its duration. This along with the lyrical pseudo sci-fi sound will make The Red Planet a big hit with students. As a bonus, Compello included a fugato section to help introduce students to contrapuntal music.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS89 Set $50.00
Duration 3:01 FPS89F Full Score $8.00
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Robot Madness
Gregory B. Rudgers
The sounds of gears, gadgets, and all things mechanical form the basis for this unique, beginning band piece by Carl Fischer Music newcomer Gregory Rudgers. There is a hint of the futuristic in the sounds and textures that students will encounter. A fun change of pace for the developing band.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS64 Set $50.00
Duration 2:23 FPS64F Full Score $8.00
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Stargate 6
Carl Strommen
Written to depict the music of action and science fiction movies, this Carl Strommen original is absolutely perfect for young band players. At once bold and majestic, Stargate 6 is much fuller than you would expect for a composition at this level. This piece will help to build a well-balanced band sound within your group.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS69 Set $50.00
Duration 2:53 FPS69F Full Score $8.00
Key Bb Major FPS69P Parts $3.00 contact us
The Triumphant Trumpeteers
Joseph Compello
Triumphant Trumpeteers is, as the title indicates, a trumpet section feature. It may be performed by the entire trumpet section or with three trumpet soloists. The character of the music is that of a regal, march-like processional.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS72 Set $50.00
Duration 2:07 FPS72F Full Score $8.00
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Victory and Celebration
Alan Lee Silva
Sparkling fanfare gestures and celebratory music are the theme of this dynamic new piece from composer Alan Lee Silva. Open harmonies are used with memorable melodies in this exciting new work for developing bands. You can hear Silva's influences with his truly American style in this winning new piece.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS87 Set $50.00
Duration 2:17 FPS87F Full Score $8.00
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Wildfire!
Ed Kiefer
From the bold opening reminiscent of a famous fanfare, this mysterious piece takes off and catches fire! This is the type of contest style piece that developing players will love, and the resulting awesome sound will be a big self-esteem boost. Festival judges won't know what hit them.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS93 Set $50.00
Duration 2:23 FPS93F Full Score $8.00
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Zenobia the Warrior Queen
Joseph Compello
Zenobia the Warrior Queen is an excellent concert piece for young bands. The title refers to an actual historical figure who battled against the Romans in the third century. The music should convey an atmosphere of antiquity but should also be bold and aggressive. A serious work for developing bands.
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Level Grade 1.5 FPS73 Set $50.00
Duration 2:20 FPS73F Full Score $8.00
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