This grand traditional American folk song is suitable for every beginning band. The concrete scoring of the melody in a straightforward manner allows the flowing melody of sheer spender to dominate. Although it is set in 4/4 time this arrangement once mastered would serve as a splendid introduction to cut-time.

This miniature suite of Appalachian favorites includes Black Is the Color of My True Love's Hair Sourwood Mountain and Simple Gifts. Even at this easy level Paul Murtha has skillfully combined a mixture of musical styles in anarrangement that is well-paced and attainable by beginning bands. (2:30)

Written in 1943-44 as a ballet for Martha Graham Appalachian Spring is one of Aaron Copland's most celebrated compositions and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1945. In this edition for concert band Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted the most striking and beautiful sections from the orchestral suite. The work ranges in scope from delicate and soloistic to the overpowering force of the full e…

Here's an easy creative overture based on Simple Gifts which will make a fine addition to any concert or contest program. One of John Higgins' most programmed works for younger groups.

Here is a marvelous arrangement of this traditional melody using several variations in tempos and styles. The striking opening uses a fanfare-like style and open 5th harmonies and is followed by a woodwind statement of the theme.A faster and more rhythmic variation is then followed by a majestic and powerful closing segment. (3:15)

The incredible success of the Canadian Brass continues with the release of their 'Red, White, and Brass' CD, where they have chosen some of America's greatest musical treasures. John Moss has re-scored several of the highlights of this album in a spectacular medley for concert band, including American Patrol, Home On The Range, You're A Grand Old Flag, Yankee Doodle Boy, Simple Gifts, and Stars An…

for Brass Quintet and Concert Band-Legendary composer arranger and author Rayburn Wright is responsible for initiating the storied jazz program at the Eastman School of Music and was also a composer for film and television. His masterful setting of Shakermelodies includes the familiar Simple Gifts along with The Happy Journey and I've Set My Face for Zion's Kingdom. Used to feature a separate …