Randy Navarre

Like all Northeastern's Grade 1/2, everyone plays rhythmically together. Only the percussion very from the ensemble's rhythm, but still very simple. The composition is written in Dorian mode, so the y...

Two short, refreshing movements for less experienced players. Contemporary harmonic concepts are introduced in a rhythmically accessible setting.

Melodic tone poem of a traveler A top seller, very popular

Popular with older players as well as beginners Lush harmonies and chord substitutions enrich an old favorite

All instruments share the melody Dotted quarter/8th note rhythms Clarinets do not cross the break 1st trumpet's highest note is C Optional chorus part included

1st clarinets play above the break, but not very often 1st Trumpet's highest note is D Easy arrangement and a crowd pleaser

Modern church hymn arrangement in Eb sung at Princess Diana's funeral 1st clarinets play above the break 1st trumpet's highest note is D Optional chorus part included

Easy arrangement of the George Cohen classic Every section shares the melody Clarinets do not cross the break 1st trumpet's highest note is C

Easy arrangement the beautiful hymn for the US and Canadian Navy

Introduction to triplets First section in Bb major with a G minor middle section Contains flatted 3rds, 6ths and a secondary dominate No more than three accidentals per part

This composition is designed to teach easy independence, minor tonality, and very easy counterpoint. The 1st trumpet's highest note is C.

This song is easily playable with limited instrumentation. The form is a very basic ABA, with harmonies of the flatted 2nd and 3rd, seldom heard in young band literature. The middle section is in mino...

1st clarinets play lower notes to develop better hand position and fuller sound 2nd clarinets play the easier middle part 1st trumpet's highest note is C, approached step wise to develop good air supp...

Goal is to introduce cut time to beginners Easy arrangement of a popular military song Conduct in 4/4 then switch to 2/2

Arranged in the form of a chaconne Begins softly and builds to climatic ending 1st clarinets briefly play above the break

Two traditional songs from the Congo region of Africa First section is a lullaby, the second is a ceremonial healing song Written for an assortment of African drums, with an optional snare /bass drum...

Focus is on counting rhythms & rests in unexpected places 1st trumpet's highest note is C

This Composition is designed to aid in teaching counting, style, dynamics, and articulation at a very early stage of playing a musical instrument. The notes are studied in the first five to six lesson...

Playable after only 5 or 6 lessons. First trumpet's highest note is B. Great for teaching swing style.

start with flute solo and gradually building to full band sound; 1st trumpet's highest note is F

Recognized contest winner Majestic opening, beautiful song as a middle section followed by a repeat of the majestic fanfare 1st trumpet's highest note is E Challenging song for the second year player

Traditional hymn arrangement of a North American spiritual Melody is shared by each section 1st trumpet's highest note is F

Medley: Church In The Wildwood, Just a Closer Walk With Thee, Rock of Ages 1st clarinets only cross the break 1st trumpet's highest note is E Starts softly and crescendos to the end Ideal for teaching...

In key of Eb. Two 8 measure phrases are repeated by different sections of the band. Diversity of sound gives the piece a rich texture without adding more music. Can be played after 5 or 6 lessons Clar...