Eighth Note Publications

July 20th, 1969 is a date that the world will never forget. It was on this day that Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the moon, a goal that some thought impossible. Celebrate the fortieth...

In the tradition exemplified by Mozart in his 'Musical Jokes', Jeff Smallman has written a work for band that should bring a smile to every face. As all conductors know, not every player in a band lea...

Czech's in the Mail Polka was written as a tribute to the German-Czech style polkas that the composer became so familiar with during his undergraduate years at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He w...

This is among the most popular of polkas, recorded often by many artists, including the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and Lawrence Welk. This excellent arrangement will sound great with younger players and i...

Craigellachie!, a Scottish battle cry, is the name given to the spot near Eagle Pass, which cuts through Canada's Rocky Mountains, where the last spike of the Trans-Canada railway was pounded into the...

This collection is designed for developing players to enjoy fun arrangements of Christmas music at a suitable level. All ranges and technical requirements have the younger musician in mind while still...

This collection is designed for developing players to enjoy fun arrangements of Christmas music at a suitable level. All technical requirements have the younger musician in mind while still allowing f...

Whoa dude, way cool. O Canada is now available for stage band. And check this out: there are four different arrangements in this one package, each in a different style. Included are a non-swing versio...

Something Modal is a laid back jump swing chart. The melodies and backgrounds are very simple, yet very catchy. Every section gets an opportunity to play something interesting and fun, but also contri...

Sleepwalk is a jump swing chart following the tradition of 'Sing, Sing, Sing.' Repetitive riffs are played by all instruments throughout that are guaranteed to get the performers and listeners excited...

Mr. Cool is the perfect chart for directors to use when starting a jazz band for the first time. It is a modal straight riff tune that uses only one chord throughout. It is the perfect opportunity to...

This is a lesser-known Christmas piece dating from around 1550---rhythmic and colorful with the melody in several voices. The opening is a call and response between the trombone and the remainder of t...

This piece was written in the thirteenth Century by an unknown composer. It has been set using a single melodic line as many Gregorian chants were constructed. One cornet player is asked to stand away...

These arrangements are fun and easy and will make a perfect addition to any Christmas concert or holiday celebration. Also available with these arrangements are beautiful, lush orchestral accompanimen...

This piece requires no introduction. A jolly and happy piece throughout. Melody is found in all parts and key changes and some variations has been included. A great closer for a Christmas concert.

The Holly and the Ivy is a traditional English Christmas carol. Holly and ivy have been important as English Christmas decorations for church use since at least the fifteenth century. This piece is fl...

This is considered one of the most serene Christmas carols of all time. The piece was originally written for two voices and guitar because the church organ had broken down. This arrangement is fairly...

This is a fun traditional Welsh carol that lends itself well to a six part trumpet ensemble. Melody is passed throughout the group as they wander through several variations of the melody. 'Fa-la-la-la...

This is certainly one of the most beloved pieces of holiday music throughout the world. This arrangement is fairly standard in its opening and proceeds through the verse and chorus with the instrument...

This piece was written in the thirteenth Century by an unknown composer. It was set as a single melodic line as many Gregorian chants were constructed. Lush, modern harmonies have been added to make i...

Dieses schöne und fließende Weihnachtslied wurde von Pietro Yon geschrieben. Die Melodie ist hauptsächlich zwischen den oberen Stimmen der einzelnen Chöre zu finden, wobei der Rest des Ensembles mit r...

Bei diesem klassischen Weihnachtslied fließt die Melodie durch das Ensemble. Die Melodie und mehrere Gegenmelodien werden geschickt miteinander verwoben und mit interessanten harmonischen Elementen zu...

This is a collection of fresh, new arrangements of well-loved Christmas music set for 2 like-instruments and piano. A number of styles and moods are represented in these eight pieces. They are suitabl...

This piece requires no introduction. A jolly and happy piece throughout. Melody is found in all parts and key changes and some variations has been included. A great closer for a Christmas concert.