Achievement Plus Series 2024-2025
Grades 2-2 ½
Achievement Plus Series 2024-2025
Grades 2-2 ½
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Composition Title
Composer's Name
Concert/Festival
Always
This new ballad by Joshua Hobbs is a perfect piece to stretch your musicianship. Written as a dedication to the composer's wife, this work will speak to audiences and musicians alike. As with most of Joshua's works - Always sounds much more mature and challenging than it is, which makes it a perfect showcase work for your musicians.
PBW2401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Wild Stallions
Wild Stallions is an electrifying new concert band piece from esteemed composer Mark Lortz. With its dynamic rhythms and soaring melodies, this work is guaranteed to captivate audiences and leave them begging for more. But that's not all - Wild Stallions also provides an excellent opportunity for teaching and enhancing musicianship skills. Don't miss out on the chance to experience this unforgettable musical journey.
PBW2402 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Amparito Roca
Spanish March
Jaime Texidor
Arranged by Tyler Arcari
Tyler Arcari brings us the first truly accessible grade 2 version of this classic standard. Amparito Roca has become one of the most well-loved and played marches in the concert band medium and now even more musicians can experience this wonderful Spanish March.
PBW2403 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Champion
The Hound and the Hare
The Hound and the Hare is a clever new work for developing band by Matthew R. Putnam that brings about an image of a more playful encounter between these two cuddly animals. More whimsical than serious, this new work is unique and a perfect centerpiece for your next concert.
PBW2405 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Aces of the Sky
March
This new, accessible march from up and coming Composer Christina Huss is the perfect introduction to march style. In a traditional style, this piece has everything you need to teach march style and put on a great show at the same time. A worthwhile chart for any concert band library.
PBW2406 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Cool Yule
A Swingin' Holiday Celebration!
Traditional
Arranged by Gene Milford
This jazzy holiday chart is a sure-fire way to pump up your crowd and musicians, and get everyone in the Christmas Spirit! Snap your way to success with this great new arrangement from Gene Milford!
PBW2407 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Raisins and Almonds
Based on the Yiddish Lullaby in the Operetta Shulamith
Abraham Goldfaden
Gene Milford
Based on a lullaby from the Yiddish Operetta Shulamith by composer Abraham Goldfaden - Raisins and Almonds has been carefully arranged by Gene Milford for the developing band.
PBW2408 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Cobra Tango
James Meredith slithers around this new work with twirling chromatic lines that are sure to keep players on their toes! Imagine the hiss of a cobra in a trance as it dances around the room in this clever and accessible work for the young band. Audiences will love this one, and a few might just start to dance too!
PBW2409 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Counterpunch!
This work opens with a punch and doesn't quit! Jorge L. Vargas brings us an intense new work perfect for opening or closing any concert program. Fun, exciting, and perfectly scored for this level, Counterpunch! is going to be a favorite this season!
PBW2410 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00
Defender's Oath
The legends of old tell of brave knights, sworn to protect and defend, who vanquished dragons and saved people from tyranny. This new work for developing band, inspired by a 15th century piece titled Agincourt Carol, is a wonderful fantasy written by Tyler Arcari. From exciting tutti sections, accessible solo moments, courtly brass fanfares and lush woodwind choirs - Defender's Oath has something for everyone.
PBW2411 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $65.00