EXPANDABLES

by | Apr 4, 2018

Companion to the “Expandables” Series. CD Contains: Full Performance Versions: Big Time Boogie – Washburn * Step By Step – P. Clark * First Things First – A. Clark * Remember When? – Washburn Play-Along Versions B-flat Tuning Note *...

Raise Your Voice In Song

by | Sep 14, 2018

One of Claude T. Smith’s last completed works, “Raise Your Voice in Song” was commissioned by the Nebraska Music Educators Association for the 50th Anniversary on NMEA! It was written for the 1986 All-State Band, Choir and Orchestra for their...

Yamaha Advantage #2

by | Jun 30, 2018

The Yamaha Advantage – Book 2 • Sequential next step from Book 1 • Continued reinforcement of materials learned in Book 1 • More ensemble experiences with numerous chorales and full band arrangements • More advanced techniques presented in a logical manner •...

Yamaha Advantage #1

by | Jun 30, 2018

The Yamaha Advantage – Book 1 • Innovative new approach • Stresses musicianship from day one • Builds ensemble musicians • Flexible starting systems with 3 ways to start Horn and Oboe • Musical Percussion presentation including Accessory instruments and Timpani...

Intrada: Adoration And Praise

by | Apr 4, 2018

This work is an impressive set of variations on the hymn tune “Praise to the Lord, The Almighty.” The opening majestic statement is followed by challenging variations. Extra flair can be added with an optional antiphonal brass ensemble amid the dramatic...

Ten Holiday Favorites for Brass Quintet

by | Apr 4, 2018

CONTENTS: O Christmas Tree; Jingle Bells; Silent Night; God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen; Away In A Manger; We Three Kings; Jolly Old St. Nicholas; The First Noel; I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day; We Wish You A Merry Christmas.

Within These Hallowed Halls

by | Apr 3, 2018

For band with optional choir, strings, narrator and audience sing-a-long. This glorious setting of two of America’s favorite hymns, “Amazing Grace” and “Battle Hymn of The Republic,” is destined to be the work of choice when selecting that special number for your...

Give Us America

by | Apr 4, 2018

Audiences will love this exciting original patriotic piece for band and chorus. Most important, it will not take a great deal of rehearsal time. Very nice!

A Guide for the Modern Jazz Rhythm Section

by | Apr 4, 2018

An effective guide to teaching the jazz rhythm section for the director who does not have experience performing on a rhythm section instrument written by a top jazz drummer and percussionist, Steve Houghton. Includes a CD with helpful examples of the styles discussed...

Classy Classics for Brass Quintet

by | Apr 4, 2018

CONTENTS: * Minuet in Eb * El Relicario * Emblem of Unity March * William Tell Overture * Zacatecas March * Circus Days Galop * Canon in Eb * Concert Rondo * Fred’s Jewell * Encore *

Ten Popular Classics for Saxophone Quintet

by | Apr 4, 2018

CONTENTS: Ben Buxton’s Two-Step * El Relicario * George Washington’s Birthday Party * Solace * Ragged Rozey * Menuet in E-Flat * Broadway One-Step * Kentucky Sunrise Two-Step * The Entertainer * William Tell Rides Again *

God of Our Fathers

by | Oct 15, 2019

This has become a staple of band literature. Claude Smith is well known for taking hymn tunes and creating wonderful pieces of music. Trumpet and trombone trios are featured in the opening statement, followed by free-flowing Rubato flute solo. A piccolo and bassoon...

God Of Our Fathers

by | Oct 15, 2019

Claude T. Smith is well known for taking hymn tunes and creating thrilling arrangements. God of Our Fathers, our National Hymn, opens with an ominous trumpet and trombone trio introduction, followed by a flute solo, and piccolo/bassoon duet in the Maestoso section....

Space Race

by | Aug 28, 2020

“Space Race” is a march style composition complete with the sounds of a rocket blast-off, space-war sounds and other exciting synthesized effects that are a part of the play along accompaniment recording. This work was originally part of the Play Along Twin Pak #1...

Rap It Up!

by | Oct 22, 2021

Your players get to both play their instruments and “rap” on this inventive and very enjoyable piece for beginning band. This work was originally part of the Play Along Twin Pak #2 which is no longer available.

Hoedown

by | Oct 22, 2021

Here’s a real country hoedown! With the accompaniment recording providing a country fiddle, banjo, harmonica and rhythm section, your band members get to “sit-in” on this delightful, fun-to-play number. This work was originally part of the Play Along...

Nautilus

by | Oct 22, 2021

The mysterious “under the sea” world is explored through an exciting submarine voyage complete with the songs of the ocean’s aquatic residents. This work was originally part of the Play Along Twin Pak #3 which is no longer available.

Command Performance Book

by | Jun 30, 2018

“The Command Performance For Beginning Band” book contains 14 complete band arrangements designed to be playable by students who have completed the first few lessons of their beginning band method book, and are written using the first 6 notes learned....

Jingles

by | Oct 22, 2021

Here’s a festive and inventive treatment of “Jingle Bells” set in an easy and enjoyable rock style. It’s perfect for any holiday program! This work was originally part of the Play Along Twin Pak #3 which is no longer available.

Bari-ed Alive!!

by | Apr 4, 2018

It’s time to let your Bari Sax player wail in this catchy rock tune. The changes are a variation on the blues form with a little bit of mixing modes to give it just the right feel to suit the title. Your brass can bop and groove in the background with their...