Prelude Concert Band Series - 2023-2024

Grade .5

Grade ½

Prelude Concert Band Series - 2023-2024

Grade .5

Grade ½
  • Pieces using the first 6 notes of the Bb scale
  • Rhythm: whole, half, quarter and two repeated eighth-notes
  • Optional alternate parts for Horn (lower range) and Trombone (nothing past 4th position)
  • Low brass and low woodwinds cover the bass line

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Wizards of the West

Sean O'Loughlin

For years, composer Sean O’Loughlin has provided the youngest of student with meaningful music for their very first concert. Wizards of the West is no exception. Strong full scoring, lots of rhythmic interest in an aggressive piece in a minor key. Students will love it!
PCB2301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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Christmastide

Tyler Arcari

Using only the first six notes of the Bb scale, composer/arranger Tyler Arcari found a way to combine, in quodlibet, four classic carols into a delightful setting for the youngest of band musicians. Your first-year students will shine as they delight audiences with I Saw Three Ships, Patapan, in Dulci Jubilo, and Deck the Halls.
PCB2302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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Summer Thunder!

Jorge L. Vargas

Composer Jorge L. Vargas successfully ventures into writing a solid piece for very beginning students. You will hear creative interplay between the woodwinds, brass and percussion. Bold and effective writing!
PCB2303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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Base-six

Laura Estes

A bold and dynamic piece for the beginning band’s first concert from composer Laura Estes. Drawing from her many years of teaching beginners, Laura has crafted a piece that students will love and their parents will not believe how great they sound at their very first concert. The title is derived from the use of only the first six notes of the Bb scale, clever!
PCB2304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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Fortis

Larry Clark

This is a very easy march using only the first six notes students learn in all band method books. It is intended to still teach students about march form and style even with limited technical demands. Composer Larry Clark continues to find new ways to create very easy marches that are still tuneful and fun.
PCB2205 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $45.00

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