This Old Man Variations
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This is a lively and fun arrangement of the famed folk tune “This Old Man.” The techniques used align with the latter part of most beginning band methods. Playful in nature, the melody is passed around from section to section-sometimes chopped up, sometimes varied. Each section (including low brass and percussion) gets to play the melody or harmony to the melody. This Old Man Variations would be a great addition to a young band concert!
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Woodland March
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Woodland March is a concert march for young band. It is in the key of Bb, beginning with an upper woodwind and snare drum “duet,” a nod to the drum and fife days. The rest of the band then joins for essentially an AABA form. The piece modulates to Eb major for the B section (without changing the key signature), then back to Bb for the end. Woodland March uses basic rhythms and limited range, perfect for a young band to begin learning and mastering “march style.”
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