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Brass Ensembles

TRIOS
( 2 trumpets, 1 trombone)

A group of traditional tunes arranged in Dixieland/Swing fashion by special request. Each one is of moderate difficulty, is full of fun and good humor, and lasts between 2 1/2 and 3 minutes. All parts are interesting and frequently move independently. (Complete as is (no piano accompaniment).
DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDE
__ Complete score and parts $15.00
JOSHUA FIT THE BATTLE OF JERICHO
___ Complete score and parts $15.00
MEXICAN HAT DANCE
___ Complete score and parts $15.00
SAINTS (When the Saints Go Marchin’ In)
– with reference to other “saintly tunes”.
___Complete score and parts $15.00

 

>QUARTETS
(Instrumentation listed for each selection)
CHRIST IS RISEN (Morgenleid)
Easter hymn arranged in concert style for two trumpets, horn, and trombone. Performance time 2 1/4 min.
____Score and parts $12.00


A-TISKET, A-TASKET
A swinging contrapuntal arrangement of the children's folk tune to two trumpets, trombone, and tuba (or bass trombone).
____Score and parts $12.00

REJOICE! Based on Handel's "Judas Maccabeus"
Prerfect for Easter but also for general use. Audience reaction,"..nice arrangement, and basic theme is always present. Nice interplay between instruments and each one has an important role and gets to show his ability." Two trumpets, horn, trombone. Performance time 2 1/2 minutes.
____Score and parts $12.00
>QUINTETS >

NEARER MY GOD TO THEE
Commissioned by the Mainstreet Brass, Lehigh Valley, PA for their church recitals. Contains references to Civil War tunes: Battle Cry of Freedom, Tenting Tonight and Bringing In the Sheeves. Available on Mainstreet Brass's new CD "Hymnos"
____Score and parts $16.00

A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD by Luther
A second commission by the Mainstreet Brass, Lehigh Valley, PA for their church recitals. Contains homophonic and polyphonic sections. Available on Mainstreet Brass's new CD "Hymnos"
___Score and parts $16.00

THE FUNICULA FIVE
A rollicking arrangement based on the traditional melodies,
Funiculi, Funicula and Tarantella.
___ Full score and parts $16.00

COVENTRY CAROL
A third commission by the Mainstreet Brass, Lehigh Valley,
PA for their Yuletide recitals.
____ Full score and parts $12.00


REVOLUTIONARY AIRS
Commissioned by the Mainstreet Brass for the UK tour, this piece is an interaction of the tunes and melodies of the opposing sides during the American Revolution. Written in the style of Charles Ives, it is moderately advanced. 4 min. 10 sec.
____Complete score and parts $16.00

QUINTESSENCE
Commissioned by the da Capo Brass, this piece is a great "opener" for a concert or recital. It includes colorful fanfares and a jazz section. An excellent demo recording is available upon request. 4 min.
____Complete score and parts $20.00

SEXTETS
( 2 Trumpets, Horn, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba)
These sextets are offered for sale to retail customers only.

BARTOK FOR BRASS
Arrangement of Hungarian Folk Melodies published by C.L. Barnhouse Co. Playable by capable high school students. Requires a high "C" (written) from the first trumpet player. Grade 2
____Score and parts $8.50

RUSSIAN SAILORS DANCE by Gliere
Perennial favorite for sextet or larger. Published by C.L. Barnhouse Co.
Grade 3
___Score and parts $12.50

GREENSLEEVES
Contemporary arrangement of Renaissance tune published by C.L. Barnhouse Co. Grade 3.
___Score and parts $8.50

DANCE OF THE TUMBLERS by Rimsky-Korsakov
Arrangement of the classical staple published by KSM Co. and now available through Brelmat Music
____Score and parts $10.00

DISCOURSE FOR BRASS
Modern three-movement work of medium difficulty. A favorite of performers and audience. Performed at Kutztown University. Published by Seesaw Music.
___Score and parts $22.00

BRASS CHOIR

MARCH FOR A FESTIVE OCCASION
Tired of playing Pomp and Circumstance? Try the sound of a new march (used at Commencement Programs, Kutztown University), 3 tpts., 2 hns., 3 tbns., euph. (doubles 3rd tbn.), tuba
____Score and parts $25.00


BILL BAILEY
Dixieland/swing arrangement of the traditional jazz tune with jazz tuba solo that is written out and is cross-cued to other instruments. Arranged for Brass Choir by special request. 3 tpts., 2 hns., 3 tbns. euph., tuba. 3 1/2 mn..
____Score and parts $25.00

CHRIST, THOU ART THE SURE FOUNDATION (Regent Square)
Good for church or general use. Concert arrangement of the traditional hymn used at the premiere of the St. John/s U.C. C. Brass Choir, Kutztown, PA. Liberally cross-cued so that if a player is missing, the piece may still be performed.
____Score and parts $25.00


ALL HAIL THE POWER OF JESUS’ NAME
Same instrumentation as previous listings. Liberally cross-cued.
3 min. 10 sec.
____Score and parts $25.00

AFTERMATH
Impressions of the Gettysburg experience including the patriotic, religious, and popular songs of the day that the young men brought with them into the battle. Premiered by the St. John's UCC Brass Choir. 4 min.
____Complete score and parts for brass plus percussion $35.00


FINLANDIA
Arranged from the original Sibelius' orchestra score Brass choir, Voice choir and percussion
___$40.00

BE THOU MY VISION
Traditional Irish Melody arranged for Brass Choir and percussion
___ Score and parts$28.00

CROWN HIM WITH MANY CROWNS
Concert version of the traditional hymn. Includes timpani and cymbals.
___ Score and parts $28.00
(A second version is available that includes congregational singing $30.00. Specify)

A JUBILANT HYMN
Based on the theme from Haydn's Oratorio, "The Creation." Includes timp.bass drum, cymbals, snare drum, triangle and chimes.
____ Score and parts $32.00

Chorus from NABUCCO
Va. pensiero from Verdi's opera, "Nabucco." Arranged for Brass Choir and Organ with optional flute, st. bass, timpani.
____ Score and parts $35.00

PRAISE HIM!
Chorale & March based on him"When morning gilds the skies, may Jesus Christ Be Praised." Arranged for Brass Choir and percussion
____ Score and parts $35.00>

HALLELUJAH CHORUS by Handel
Arranged for Brass Choir, timpani, and two flutes
____ Score and parts $30.00 >

A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR GOD by Martin Luther
Arranged for Brass Choir,snare drum, organ. congregational singing
____ Score and parts $30.00

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