WINGERT JONES Five Star Features for Band Thursday, February 23, 2023
recommended by Ken T., Band Education Specialist
Beyond the Nebula by Travis J. Weller, Grade 2.5
Take a ride into space with this fun new work for the developing band. Composer Travis Weller invites us to go where no band has gone before!
For Country and Courage by Travis J. Weller, Grade 2
A perfect piece for that upcoming patriotic concert! Travis J. Weller has given us a wonderfully accessible piece for developing bands.
With Fearless Wings by Steve Parsons, Grade 2.5
This heartfelt work is uplifting and inspiring. Students will sound great with this full scoring and audiences will enjoy the film-score like qualities of composer Steve Parsons.
A Song of Stone and Steel by Tyler Arcari, Grade 1
“A Song of Stone and Steel” is an exciting new work for beginning band by composer Tyler Arcari. Intense and with a minor sound, this new work is guaranteed to excite and motivate your young musicians!
Shop Stanton’s for all your sheet music needs!
About the Author:
A former band director, Ken taught grades 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, outdoor activities (especially hiking), and watching hockey.