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 AGORA
(Concert Band, Grade 4) - A spirited fanfare full of surprises, Agora
was commissioned for the Minnesota Symphonic Winds' 25th season. Named for
ancient Greece's gathering places, it celebrates music's role in gathering
people together. For college,
advanced amateur and advanced high school bands.
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APRIL SKY
(Orchestra, Grade 3) -
This serene work, inspired by the
new beginnings that arrive each spring, was first composed for strings and later adapted for full orchestra. Dedicated to the Northern
Symphony Orchestra, it is suitable for high school, college and amateur
ensembles.
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CAPITOL
FANFARE
(Concert Band, Grade 3) -
This patriotic fanfare,
commissioned by the Minnesota State Band, commemorates the 2017 reopening
of the Minnesota State Capitol building and incorporates passages from the
Minnesota state song, Hail! Minnesota, with
original themes.
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LULLABY
(Orchestra / Concert Band, Grade 3) - Christine's Lullaby
honors Christine Lee Hanson, the youngest victim of the September 11
terrorist attacks, with music of serenity and innocence leading
to an emotional close in this work for high school, college or amateur
ensembles.
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EAGLE'S ISLAND (Concert Band, Grade 3) - This colorful tone poem paints
a musical picture of a remote island inhabited by a single eagle. Each
section is given moments to shine, with emphasis
given to alto saxophone, trumpet and percussion. For high school, college
and amateur bands.
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 LAKE
HARRIET BANDSHELL BLUES (Concert Band,
Grade 3) - This
original composition in the blues/Dixieland style pays tribute to the
beloved Lake Harriet Bandshell in Minneapolis and honors four late members
of the Calhoun-Isles Dixieland Band. For high school, college
and amateur bands.
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MINNESOTA PORTRAITS
(Concert Band / Orchestra,
Grade 3.5)
- Commissioned by the City of Lakes Community Band, this suite portrays scenes of Minnesota
life, including daybreak at Bde Maka Ska and the Mississippi River headwaters.
For high school, college and amateur ensembles.
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 MONUMENTS
(Concert Band, Grade 2.5) - This slow-tempo fanfare, commissioned by Carondelet
Catholic School, calls to mind the many monuments in America's capital city.
Ideal for high school or advanced elementary school bands, it includes basic
syncopated rhythms and a few simple meter changes.
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 NOW THE TRUMPET SUMMONS
(Concert Band, Grade 3) - Drawing its title from John F. Kennedy's inaugural address, Now the Trumpet Summons is an
energetic and patriotic work that spotlights the trumpet in both a solo and
section role. For high school, college and amateur
ensembles.
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 REMEMBRANCE
(Concert Band, Grade 3.5) - Remembrance,
commissioned by Carl R. Schenker, Jr., and Susan Sherman Richardson, honors
the many who served in the American
Civil War, incorporating both original themes and Civil War-era melodies.
For high school, amateur and college bands.
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RINGS
(Concert Band, Grade 3) - Commissioned for the 2022
Three Rivers Conference Honor Band,
Rings was inspired by the Olympic Games and the spirit of athletic
competition, national pride, international cooperation and human
perseverance shown at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.
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SCULPTURES
(Concert Band, Grade 3) - Also commissioned for the 2022
Three Rivers Conference Honor Band,
Sculptures is a fast-paced, energetic celebration of having something to
look forward to, inspired by the artist-decorated outdoor pianos in
Minneapolis each summer.
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SOUTHWEST MEMORIES
(Concert Band, Grade 4) - Commissioned to
honor the 75th anniversary of Southwest High School, Southwest Memories
is an eight-minute series of interconnected musical episodes that represent
fleeting nostalgic thoughts as one looks back on favorite high school
memories.
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SPIN
(Concert Band, Grade 4.5) - This exciting work, dedicated to four of
the composer's music teachers, reflects on childhood biking trips near
Lanesboro, Minnesota, with music that represents a mile-long bike ride at a
rapid pace. For college,
advanced amateur and advanced high school bands.
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C. Alan Publications
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DECEMBER CAROLS (SATB Choir with Piano or Harp, Grade 3) - These
two holiday choral works, accompanied by piano or harp, set poetry about falling
snowflakes and traveling Wise Men, setting texts by Joyce
Kennedy and Shannon King. Ideal for high school, college and amateur choirs.
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 TWO
DECEMBER CAROLS
(Concert Band,
Grade 3)
- Adapted for band from the original choral version, these two
holiday-themed pieces were commissioned by the Calhoun-Isles Community Band
and Ann M. Verme in memory of Carol Voight. Ideal for high school, college
and amateur bands.
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THE WILLING
(Concert Band /
Orchestra, Grade 4) - Available for band or orchestra, this
patriotic fanfare honors members of the U.S. military,
whose service and sacrifice inspire all Americans.
A trumpet-heavy piece, it is best suited for college and advanced high school and amateur ensembles.
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