by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
Energetic rhythms, flowing melodies and counter melodies, all David Shaffer trademarks, are incorporated into this energetic march. From the excitement of the opening introduction, through the flowing Trio to the bold ending, this exciting march will be a perfect...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Capturing the intense power of the seas, “Whirlwinds” opens with intense rhythms and haunting harmonies building in intensity throughout the composition. A brief lull in the storm divides the piece into 3 separate and contrasting musical moments. Utilizing...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
A delightful lyrical piece by popular composer David Shaffer that works wonderfully in the Build-A-Band format. Playable as long as you have the four main parts covered by the instruments of your choice. Arrangement includes optional parts for piano, timpani,...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
A beautiful and powerful hymn-like setting, “A Spirit Eternal” was written as a memorial to the composer’s former Miami University student Stephanie Markham Minge who passed away in 2012 after a 7 year battle with cancer. Simple melodies, lush harmonies...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
This exciting and very popular David Shaffer composition will sound great when you group performs this outstanding arrangement from the Barnhouse Build-A-Band Series! Designed for groups with severe instrumentation issues or for very small bands, it is playable as...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
(David Shaffer, James Swearingen, Robert W. Smith, Rob Grice) Stretch your budget dollars with this collection of four popular and contrasting Sound Foundations series publications! This set includes: “Starburst Fanfare” an energetic opener by David...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
“First Light” is a dynamic and forceful fanfare for the youngest musicians. Written using only the first six notes found in most beginning band books, this exciting fanfare will be the perfect opener for your first full band concerts. Interesting wind...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
“Frenzy” is a furiously exciting piece for the youngest of musicians. Combining simple rhythms, flowing melodies, and interesting percussion, “Frenzy” will highlight all of the skills that your musicians have acquired in the first year of...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
David Shaffer’s energetic “Fire Dance” has been a very popular band piece for many years, and David’s arrangement for the Build-A-Band Series retains all of the fun and excitement of the original but allows it to sound great with very small bands or bands...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
As the title implies, “Riptide” is a forceful and energetic piece for your young musicians. Opening with slower rhythms and haunting harmonies, a signature of David Shaffer, “Riptide” builds in intensity throughout the composition. Simple...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Why play 2 or 3 holiday tunes in a Christmas concert when you can play 12 in 2 minutes! Written as a parody of “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” David Shaffer has cleverly woven twelve holiday classics into a fun-filled medley with lots of surprises for your...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
With a fanfare emphasis on the brass and percussion section, David Shaffer has cleverly woven 4 classic Christmas tunes into a high-energy medley of pure enjoyment for your students and your audiences. Perfect for an opening holiday fanfare or a dramatic closer to...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
A delightful piece with a Spanish flavor that is sure to be a highlight of any concert performance and will allow very small bands and bands with severe instrumentation issues to sound just like the big guys. Will sound big and powerful as long as you have the four...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
David Shaffer has created a spectacular setting of this classic hymn for younger musicians. As a graceful introduction leads into the flowing opening statement of the melody, the arrangement grows with dramatic energy throughout. Although simple, the classic David...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
Written as a tribute to Mike Bandman, Ruth Moore and Jeff Worth, band directors in Gurnee School District 56 Gurnee, Illinois in recognition of their 94 years of combined service to the band and music programs, “The Eternal Journey” opens with a strong...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
It’s the final inning of the ballgame and the hometown team is behind 3 to nothing facing the final out! With each batter the excitement rises, as the final pitch is thrown with bases loaded. Combined with the clever narration, you can capture the excitement of the...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
This fast-paced trumpet solo feature is sure to be the “change of pace” piece for any concert. Greased Lightnin’ will give you to opportunity to showcase an exceptional soloist with a wonderfully entertaining setting. Easier band accompaniment with a grade...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
As you increase the octane in gasoline, you increase the horsepower in the engine. In this piece, David Shaffer has added all the octane necessary to create a powerful high intensity composition that is sure to be a hit with your students and your audiences! From the...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
Take a holiday classic and add a little ¾ swing and what do you get? An entertaining novelty piece that is sure to be the hit of your holiday concert! Based upon the traditional carol “We Three Kings,” David Shaffer’s exceptional percussion writing and...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
With lush harmonies and lyrical melodies, “Twilight” paints the musical portrait of a beautiful fall sunset. Written for the University of Dayton New Horizons Band, this quiet and expressive piece will be a wonderful vehicle for teaching legato playing...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
“Voltage” is the total energy required to move an electrical charge between two points. David Shaffer captures this searing energy with his electric composition, “Voltage.” Driving rhythms, striking dynamics, and playable syncopation give this...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Based upon the familiar Christmas carol “Angels We Have Heard on High,” this exciting fanfare is perfect for young bands at their very first holiday concert. Featuring the winds and percussion, this dramatic fanfare will be an impressive opener and a real...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
Based upon a simple but lush harmonic chorale, the introduction quickly builds into a dramatic brass driven fanfare. The rhythmic “flourish” is introduced in the saxophones and moves between the choirs of instruments throughout the piece. Effective rhythmic writing...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2018
Soaring lines in the brass and woodwinds contrast the soft opening and closing textures of an exceptionally well-scored work; this beautiful chorale paints a picture of a solemn winter snowfall. A key change from F to Ab builds the piece to a dramatic musical climax...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Offering beautiful lyrical lines, and lush harmonies, David Shaffer has written an exceptionally sensitive setting of the holiday classic “Silent Night” well within the ranges of younger musicians. An optional vocal part provides the opportunity to include...
