Starting with a drum cadence and gradually adding sections of the band one at a time, this very easy march is perfect for your beginning band's first concert. A great way to introduce the various sections of the band to your...
From our very easiest series, Mike has created a “bluesy” sounding original using only quarter notes and half notes (percussion have a few eighths). Every section of the band gets a brief shining moment (have those cameras ready) before...
You'll have your beginning band really rockin' with this entertaining composition that features a catchy melody and tutti rhythms. There is even a section where the percussion is featured playing the melody. Great motivation for your first concert....
Explorer – Beginning LevelProbably the best-known of all the Olympic themes, Paul's solid arrangement is very easy (only 6 notes and nothing faster than a quarter note) and will sound great with beginning bands. Celebrate the summer games with...
Explorer Level – BeginningUsing brash open harmonies and bold tutti rhythms, Paul has created a powerful-sounding work for beginners to sink their teeth into. Using only quarter and half notes, this is sure to sound great with only a few...
Explorer – Beginning LevelDark and sinister are not words normally associated with music for beginning bands. However, this well-written Paul Lavender original provides powerful and dramatic sounds even at this very easy level. With nothing...
Explorer – Beginning LevelAn important ingredient in your beginning band's first concert is a suitable march. What better choice than this gem from Michael Sweeney that guarantees success right from the start. A powerful-sounding fanfare leads...
Get your beginning band off to a great start on their first concert! This impressive-sounding composition has bold lines for brass and contrasting melodies for woodwinds all with nothing faster than quarter notes (8ths in percussion). Guaranteed...
Here is a terrific sounding easy march that is sure to build confidence in your young players. With interesting parts for all sections, this is music for beginning bands at its best. A perfect opener for that all important first...
Even beginning groups can play with a bold and impressive sound with this dynamic piece from Paul Lavender. A great opener for your first concert, this very easy composition guarantees success with its solid scoring and strong...
Using nothing faster than a quarter note (8ths in percussion) Paul Lavender has done a masterful job of creating a fun and effective blues feature for beginning bands. When your students complain about too much homework, at least now they can play a...
Everyone's favorite holiday song! John's creative six-note arrangement is the perfect way to feature your “star” beginning band members. (Beginning level)
DetailsPublisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date: 08/1994Credits: arr. John...
Publisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date: 08/1995Credits: arr. Michael SweeneyLength: 12.00 in.Width: 9.00 in.Series: Essential Elements Explorer LevelUPC: 073999605181Band Grade: 1
A fabulous “first” arrangement for beginners. Dur: 1:45
DetailsPublisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date: 10/1997Credits: Paul LavenderLength: 12.00 in.Width: 9.00 in.Series: Essential Elements Explorer LevelUPC: 073999605280Band Grade:...
It's hard to believe that this impressive piece for beginners uses nothing faster than quarter notes (a few 8th notes in percussion)! Michael cleverly uses the sound of stomping feet and bold harmonies creating an effect that sounds harder than it...
Publisher: Hal LeonardPublication Date: 01/1992Credits: arr. Michael SweeneyLength: 12.00 in.Width: 9.00 in.Series: Essential Elements Explorer LevelUPC: 073999605020Band Grade: 1Audio Sample