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[November 1, 2011]

LIMITED EXPERIENCE SERIES

Customized Music for Beginning Band/Instrumental Music Classes at the Elementary, Intermediate/Middle or High School Levels

Highlights:

  • Full score with large easy-to-read print.
  • 70+ parts per set – minimum of 2 parts per instrument (e.g. 2 baritone sax, 2 bass clarinet…)
  • Measures numbered every 4 bars for rehearsal efficiency.
  • Specific technical aspects considered/included on parts where applicable (awkward flute fingering, clarinet technique, etc.).
  • 2 trombone parts – one to max 4th position (unison 2nd alto sax often included to provide pitch reference).
  • Clarinetists play low register except for pieces intentionally written to teach upper register, identified below with  *
  • Percussion section constantly participating.
  • Progressive motivating parts – all instruments.
  • Composed by an experienced Canadian music educator/performer.
  • All selections suitable for concerts, special performances
  • Excellent student/teacher response & appeal at elementary, intermediate and beginner student high school levels.

LE-01 Fred Foley’s Famous Five (Level 0.5)

With the first 5 notes learned from band method books, FFFF develops endurance and control with appropriate breaks (rests) as an 80-measure piece. Brass unison 8th notes play in tandem with sustained woodwinds to encourage proper tonguing of notes and provide rhythmic energy, reversing these roles as the piece progresses. Percussionists are involved throughout. Need a good number quickly as a public relations vehicle?  (2:41)

$49.50

LE-01SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-02 Swingin’ at Five (Level 0.5)

Yes, you can teach swing style successfully at the first 5 notes stage. Tutti unison rhythms and melody simplifies the task of teaching/learning with a few intriguing syncopated measures to present a bit of a challenge toward the end. Occasional divisi 3rds please the ears and introduce a sense of harmony. (2:00)

$49.50

LE-02SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-03 Just Movin’ Along (Level 0.5)

Another good early concert choice, JMA is perfect for introducing tutti short slurs to a staccato note. Open valves & descending 5th lip slurs for brass. Tutti unison melody moves to 2-part with percussion support throughout. (2:32)

$49.50

LE-03SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-04 Odyssey (Level 1)

A dramatic piece begins with tutti unison with rhythmic energy from percussion and syncopated action. Soli parts for clarinet, alto sax, trombone, baritone, with lead by trumpets and horns in unison. Clarinets play low register, trumpets play to C, flutes to B-flat. Band range: 7 pitches. (2:59)

$49.50

LE-04SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-05 TDT for Winds and Percussion (Level 0.5)

Open valves work for brass (except horn 1st to open) for all but 4 measures of this piece. The staccato 8th notes create considerable energy with limited 16th notes and ¼ note flams with exciting cymbal crashes at the end played by percussion.  The change from B-flat Tonic-Dominant to A-flat with a crescendo is dramatic. Upper Tonic notes are provided as an option. 5 marcato, 2 standard accents add effect toward the end.  Trombonists only need to move their slides 3 times for this piece. (1:32)

$44.00

LE-05SC-Additional Full Score: $6.00

LE-06 Conquest (Level 0.5)

An excellent dramatic piece for festival performance, Conquest doesn’t sound like it’s limited to 6 pitches. Unison rhythmic activity moves to 2 rhythmic/melodic parts with a soli role for flutes and trumpets. Eighth notes for all players provide rhythmic energy to the climactic finish. (2:59)

$49.50

LE-06SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-07 Processional (Level 0.5)

Tailored for graduation or special ceremonies, Processional sounds quite difficult. A six-note range permits repetitive performance as required with repeat signs as required for the occasion. Processional is flexible in that it can be played effectively with woodwinds, saxophones, or brass groups as well as full band, with or without percussion. (2:21- 9:00+)

$49.50

LE-07SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-08 Sing A Lullaby (Level 0.5)

Sing A Lullaby is a welcome relaxing and tranquil alternative to the previous four dramatic selections.  Range involves the first six notes learned plus optional cued in A to B-flat for trumpet and B to C near the end for flute. (3:00)

$49.50

LE-08SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-09 Ceremonial Procession (Level 1.5)

Your search for an effective processional (or recessional) is over. All instruments share the melody at times. Toughest rhythm is the staccato dotted 8th to 16th. Maximum range is just past 1 octave with all clarinets in low register, trumpets to C. Concern for player endurance is moderate regarding multiple repeats. Resulting sound is beyond the expectations of Level 1.5 (4:17 – 12:51+)

$49.50

LE-09SC-Additional Full Score: $7.50

LE-10 Court Dance (Level 1.5)

All instruments experience ties across the bar line in this C minor triple metre piece. Dotted half notes, 8ths grouped in 2’s,  8th rest – 8th note syncopation, and 8th note runs for low instruments present charming dance rhythms. Clarinets play low register, others a range to 8 pitches, trumpets to B-flat. Try the snare drum with snares on or off and choose your sound preference. (2:47)

$49.50 

LE-10SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-11 Aleksei’s March (Level 1)

Students will be singing this melody after they leave your music class! It appears to have an effective hook. Clarinets, trumpets play to B-flat. Acquiring a comfort ‘feel’ for awkward flute fingering is considered. An alternate max-4th position part for trombone is provided with an alternate unison alto sax for pitch reference assistance is included. Most recent note learned is written with accidentals throughout (not in the key signature). Range is 7 pitches. (2:30)

$49.50

LE-11SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-12 Rock Seven! (Level 0.5+)

Early drum set work with a few solo measures and shaker/cow bell percussion create the rock beat for this D.S. al fine piece. Alternate max-4th position trombone is included. Range: 7 pitches with clarinets, trumpets to A. (2:32)

$49.50

LE-12SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-13 Tuareg Caravan (Level 1)

Everyone plays 8th notes with a range of 7 pitches. Flute section solo (cued in bells) at beginning. All players enjoy playing the melody. Drum is more effective with snare off. Accidentals are intentionally provided for the 3rd flat as, this is the most recent note learned. Alternate trombone to maximum 4th position supported by unison alternate alto sax for pitch reference assistance. (2:07)

$49.50

LE-13SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-14 The Rebels! (Level 1)

The gentle introduction masks the sudden rebellion. Eighth rest and eighth note syncopation adds to the drama and excitement. Solo alto saxophone accompanied by woodwinds provides a brief lighter moment, then back to the rebels’ theme. Range is one octave. Clarinets play low A to A. 1st trombone plays to max 4th position, 2nd trombone to 6th. (2:59)

$49.50

LE-14SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-15 Tour de Force (Level 1)

Definition: “An impressive performance or achievement that has been accomplished with great skill” – Old French – “ a feat of strength”. The sounds begin in a minor key representing strife/effort & eventual progress to the relative major key, signifying success/achievement. Accents, staccato & slurs, divisi in some parts, 8th notes grouped in 2’s and 4’s. Range is limited to one octave with clarinets playing from low A to A. (2:25)

$49.50

LE-15SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-16 Good One, Herbie! (Level 1-1.5)

This piece works as written or without xylophone or temple blocks or both. All players experience 8th notes, slurs, and some divisi sections. Range is one octave with clarinets in low register, trumpets to A. Percussion section is highlighted for 4 measures. Temple block (optional) involves 16ths, intended for the student in your class with previous experience. (2:30)

$49.50

LE-16SC-Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-17 Night Patrol (Level 1.5)

Excitement begins with a stirring accented allegro and 8th note rhythm crescendi. Several parts experience ties across the bar line. Accidental pitches appear in 3 measures for some instruments. Clarinets play low register, trumpets to C. LH index finger rolling from G to A abounds for clarinet. Ends with ‘tierce de picardie’. (3:06)

$49.50

LE-17SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-18 Mondo Rondo (Level 0.5+) 

Range involves the first 5 notes taught in method books plus 3 dynamic levels, crescendo, unison, harmony, shared lead and accompaniment roles. This is an excellent vehicle for teaching rondo form through performance. (3:01)

$49.50

LE-18SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-19 Five of a Kind (Level 0.5)

There’s a rhythmic twist to add a fun factor to the dubious title. Most syncopated rhythms are played tutti to simplify teacher tactics and reduce the learning curve for faster success. Included is a 4-measure percussion section highlight. Range involves the first 5 notes of method books. (2:31)

$49.50

LE-19SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-20 Stomp, Clap, Hey! Snap (Level 0.5)

Get primary and junior students involved in your performance at neighbouring/feeder schools! Do some practice training with the audience and remember to teach them a signal indicating STOP! in case they lose the beat along the way. Drums and trombone are there to help keep the beat. This one involves miscellaneous percussion instruments. (2:25)

$49.50

LE-20SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-21* Roundup at Cody’s (Level 1.5)

Syncopated rhythms with the 8th-1/4-8th pattern and the 8th-dotted quarter are ubiquitous in this piece. Clarinets enjoy 2 measures of rest to prepare upper register C fingering while flutes and saxes play several octave slurs. This is a lively one-octave number with a western flavour. Roundup is excellent festival material. (3:05)

$49.50

LE-21SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00

LE-22* Gimme a Break! (Level 1.5)

Gimme provides interesting activity for all instruments while specifically focusing on proper upper register clarinet technique (written in the score and parts). This is the perfect introduction for clarinets to achieve upper register tone control with confidence and ease. Flutes have musical melodic lines while trombones enjoy glissandi, and the percussion section is featured. Both lead and support lines are shared throughout the band. Bells give the last ‘word’ after a short syncopated closing. Gimme is an excellent teaching tool and totally appropriate for concert performance. (3:10)

$49.50

LE-22SC —Additional Full Score: $7.00