NEW Easy Flex Band for 2021 Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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recommended by Ken T., Band Education Specialist
Imperium by Michael Sweeney, Grade 1.5
Composed in 1992, this classic for second year players has remained popular for contests and festivals. Here is an easy flex version scored for just four parts that retains the grit and intensity of the original.
Lean On Me arr. Robert Longfield, Grade 1.5
Featuring a tuneful melody and a hopeful message for today’s world, here is Bill Withers’ popular hit from the ‘70s scored in an easy flex format.
From 2020 – in case you missed it!
The Avengers arr. Robert Longfield, Grade 1.5
Probably the best-known of all the Marvel movie themes, Alan Silvestri’s music features dark sonorities and driving rhythms. Arranged here in an easy flex format.
Celtic Air and Dance arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 1.5
Michael’s popular setting of tuneful Irish melodies is available here in an easy flexible format using just four parts plus percussion. Ideal for small group settings.
Christmas Time Is Here arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 1.5
Here’s the beloved holiday classic from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” in a very easy arrangement featuring flexible instrumentation.
Circle of Life arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 1.5
Scored for just four parts and flexible instrumentation, here’s an easy version of the timeless hit from “The Lion King.”
Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl arr. Michael Sweeney, Grade 1.5
Featuring the familiar themes from the original “Pirates” movie, here is an easy flex version of this stirring and dramatic music. Titles include: “The Medallion Calls” and “The Black Pearl.”
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About the Author:
A former band director, Ken taught grade 5-12 band and music appreciation in both public and parochial schools in central Ohio, and has been at Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. His interests include reading, history, traditional amusement parks, the Muppets, and hockey (especially the Penguins).