Southern Music Company - 1997 Marching Band

AMERICAN FANFARE - John Wasson. $50.00 This work was originally composed for performance by the Dallas Brass. It is bold and powerful with a patriotic message, and it has worked great as an opener for many bands already. This is a great piece of music that is suitable for the concert hall and the field. Make a major statement this year with this classic!

AMERICAN FOLK MEDLEY - Dennis Reaser. Grade 2. $55.00 This production number is based on folk songs that everyone knows. It is a novelty. Your visual ensemble will think it’s a natural. (Time 1:44)

AMERICAN HERITAGE - Dennis Reaser. Grade 2. $55.00 This is a patriotic medley that can be used in your show or on parade. "My Country 'Tis of Thee" and "America" are the featured tunes. (Time 1:52)

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL - Arr. Burden. grade 4. $50.00 This production features a choral section of easy two-part harmony for men and women. A real crowd pleaser!

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL - Arr. Mike Story. Grade 2. $40.00 Directors are always asking for functional arrangements of traditional music required for situations other than show performances. Mike has designed this patriotic favorite for parade or field use, and it has two different endings in order to accommodate every demand. This is one arrangement every band needs. (Time 1:58)

ARMED FORCES ON PARADE - Dennis Reaser. Grade 1.5. $50.00 Written for small bands. Majestically features patriotic and armed forces melodies. It is short and easy to learn. Great for parades. (Time 1:23)

BATTLE HYMN CHORALE - Arr. Larry Kerchner. Grade 4. $45.00 When you first hear this it will be an emotional experience... (Warm-up/ Production/ Closer)

BATTLE HYMN OF THE REPUBLIC - Arr. Jeff Simmons. grade 3. $42.00. This well-known hymn is full of surprises and great scoring. Your audience will love this creative setting.

OLD SOUTHERN MEDLEY - Dennis Reaser. Grade 1.5. $50.00 A great opener written for small bands with a Civil War theme. It has variety, and is a natural for choreography. (Time 1:58)

PATRIOTS ON PARADE - Arr. Robert W. Smith. Grade 3.5. $50.00 Commissioned by the Eastern Fairfax all Star Band for the 53rd Inaugural Parade in Washington D.C., PATRIOTS ON PARADE is a unique patriotic collage crafted by Robert Smith. This bold statement is based on the popular folk song SHENANDOAH, with hints of other patriotic favorites. You can always expect this kind of dynamic work from Robert Smith.
(Time 1:33)

SOUTHERN LAMENT - Dennis Reaser. Grade 1.5. $50.00 This civil war melody written for small bands makes a beautiful warm-up or slow feature. (Time 1:10)

STAR SPANGLED BANNER - Dennis Reaser. Grade 1. $45.00 A National Anthem written for small bands in only three parts with a big optional ending. It can be played by a very young band. (Time 1:15)

Other arrangements of the Star Spangled Banner
Arr. Clark...$28.00 Arr. Damrosch...$25.00 Arr. Dawson...$40.00 Arr. Fillmore (w/ "Reveille")...$15.00 Arr. Heine / Leppla...$35.00 Arr. Higgin...$25.00 Arr. Higgins (Herald Trumpets)... $40.00	Arr. Kinyon (LV447)...$15.00 Arr. Lavender / Hogan...$25.00 Arr. Moffit...$25.00 Arr. Smith...$40.00 Arr. Sousa...$12.50 Arr. Story...$40.00 Arr. Swearingen...$25.00

THIS IS MY COUNTRY - Arr. Gary P. Gilroy. Grade 2. $60.00 The patriotic tune that says it all! Great for parades or as an opener!

THIS IS MY COUNTRY - Arr. Michael Sweeney. Grade 2. $35.00 Very easy, this solid arrangement guarantees your band’s first parade experience will be a success. Features very moderate brass ranges and block rhythms.

VETERANS' SALUTE - Arr. Jay Dawson. Grade 3. $55.00 Subtle treatment of the "Service" tunes arranged for the street.

YOU'RE A GRAND OLD FLAG - Arr. Jerry Burns. Grade 1.5. $35.00 Do you need a quick and easy arrangement to play for a patriotic celebration or parade? Here it is! Jerry Burns is the master of writing short, easy and effective arrangements that will work for any band. The arrangements in this series are the easiest available anywhere! (Time 1:07)

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