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Born to be Wild

This arrangement of "Born to be wild" is based on the song by the band Steppenwolf recorded late in the 1960's. Young musicians can be featured as soloists, using their voice and the instrument. The arrangement also works very well without soloists.

Born to be Wild

This arrangement of "Born to be wild" is based on the song by the band Steppenwolf recorded late in the 1960's. Young musicians can be featured as soloists, using their voice and the instrument. The arrangement also works very well without soloists.

Hip to Be Square

Marching Band Edition of this popular band arrangement

To Be or Not Tuba - Solo for Tuba

Blue Sky Swing

Blue Sky Swing is an easy and catchy swing tune which has to be be played with swing feel (swing 8th´s). The tune has a characteristic rhythm and articulation, which you also find in some traditional swing-tunes for big bands. All parts are written so that also the youngest and least-experienced musicians can play this piece well. Blue Sky Swing is an easy and catchy swing tune which has to be be played with swing feel (swing 8th´s). The tune has a characteristic rhythm and articulation, which you also find in some traditional swing-tunes for big bands. All parts are written so that also the youngest and least-experienced musicians can play this piece well.

Magnus-Hymnen : Hymn of St. Magnus

Hymn of St. Magnus is the oldest written example of Nordic polyphony. It is dated around year 1200. It’s origin is the Orkney Islands and it’s characterized by moving, parallel thirds. The hymn is dedicated to Magnus Erlendsson (Magnus the Martyr), who was an earl at Orkney Islands at the end of the Viking age. This was obviously tough and bloody times for people in power, and Magnus was eventually cut down during a battle with a rival, which led to him being declared a saint. This arrangement describes the battle Magnus was involved in. The melody is here somewhat simplified from the original version, but with a slightly modern twist. Parts of the song is ideal to be learnt bymemory and performed with some sort of stage show. The drums in the song is supposed to be fierce war drums - the deeper, the better! The indicated drum rhythm is just suggested and may well be decorated with stylish details. It is also important that the melody is played as it would be sung in a choir, with long, beautiful phrases. The bass riff should be played like it would have been played on a rock guitar!

Optimist

“Optimist” is one of the most well-known songs by Norwegian singer and composer Jahn Teigen. It was written for the Norwegian Eurovision in 1989. It did not win this competition, but is still one of the greatest Norwegian songs from the late 1980’s. This arrangement is very close to the original in form, rhythmic- and melodic lines. The repeat at bar 65 may be played as many times as one wish, or it can be omitted. “Optimist” is one of the most well-known songs by Norwegian singer and composer Jahn Teigen. It was written for the Norwegian Eurovision in 1989. It did not win this competition, but is still one of the greatest Norwegian songs from the late 1980’s. This arrangement is very close to the original in form, rhythmic- and melodic lines. The repeat at bar 65 may be played as many times as one wish, or it can be omitted.

Optimist

“Optimist” is one of the most well-known songs by Norwegian singer and composer Jahn Teigen. It was written for the Norwegian Eurovision in 1989. It did not win this competition, but is still one of the greatest Norwegian songs from the late 1980’s. This arrangement is very close to the original in form, rhythmic- and melodic lines. The repeat at bar 65 may be played as many times as one wish, or it can be omitted. “Optimist” is one of the most well-known songs by Norwegian singer and composer Jahn Teigen. It was written for the Norwegian Eurovision in 1989. It did not win this competition, but is still one of the greatest Norwegian songs from the late 1980’s. This arrangement is very close to the original in form, rhythmic- and melodic lines. The repeat at bar 65 may be played as many times as one wish, or it can be omitted.

Princess March

This march is well suited both for concert and marching. It was composed for a newborn girl, a little princess… This Flex 4-Edition can be performed together with the previously published version for Young Concert Band.

Under månen (Fra Den unge Fleksnes) : Under the Moon (From The Young Fleksnes)

This has become a Christmas song that has its roots in a love duet between the young Fleksnes and classmate Victoria. The class will be competing with a duet in a song competition. The text gives hope of love and links it to Christmas traditions. "A Dream of Christmas, About Love" is the first line of the text. “The Young Fleksnes” runned as advent calender on TV Norge in 2010. This arrangement feature an flugelhorn soloist and a euphonium soloist. Please be aware of the dynamics between soloists and accompaniment. Adjust the dynamics according to the musicians in the ensemble.

Flåklypa åpningstema : Pinchcliffe Opening Theme

With music to both the “Olsenbanden” movies and “Pinchcliffe Grand Prix”, one would almost believe that Bent Fabricius-Bjerre was a Norwegian. But the Danish film and TV composer has a very large production and won a Grammy with “Alley Cat” in 1962. Other well-known series he has written music for are the “Matador”, “The Clown” and “The House at Christianshavn”. This arrangement is built on the recording of “Pinchcliffe Grand Prix”, but expanded with a short solo section. This may well be improvised. Please be free to choose and instrumentation that sounds the best for your ensemble. Saxophones can often strengthen the voices you need to bring forth.

Melodier fra Trost i taklampa

«Trost i taklampa» is a Norwegian musical based on a novel by Alf Prøysen. The great music composed by Finn Ludt is masterfully orchestrated for Concert Band by Øivind Westby, former basstrombonist with The Norwegian Radio Orchestra. The Norwegian lyrics on «Snekkersvemarsjen» is optional and may be omitted.

God Natt Suite : Good Night Suite - Suite in Five Movements

Good Night Suite is written for beginning band and suitable for the youngest musicians. The level of difficulty is at lowest grade and the rhythms are equal in all wind parts. The register on each instrument is also customized to each part. Some easy solos appears in some sections and in Mvt. 4 there are different rhythm in the melody and bass parts. The level of difficulty is the same for all five movements. The movements may of course be played as single pieces. When all movements are mastered it's possible to play the suite as a kind of fairytale with simple dramaturgy or choreography. Maybe the whole band can be dressed in their pajamas?

Kort Blues og Kort Reggae : Short Bllues og Short Reggae

These are two short and fun songs in a blues and reggae style that are great for beginners and junior players. As common in blues, you can repeat as many times as you like. Why not let the players try make their own solos as well? The conductor may also find well suited examples of the music style, like Stevie Ray Vaughan or Bob Marley. The percussion parts are just a suggestion and may be adapted the players and instruments available. Please notice the written groove in the drum set part in the reggae - it´s not a particulary difficult one to play, but it may be a bit unfamiliar for new players.

God Natt Suite : Good Night Suite - Suite in Five Movements

Good Night Suite is written for beginning band and suitable for the youngest musicians. The level of difficulty is at lowest grade and the rhythms are equal in all wind parts. The register on each instrument is also customized to each part. Some easy solos appears in some sections and in Mvt. 4 there are different rhythm in the melody and bass parts. The level of difficulty is the same for all five movements. The movements may of course be played as single pieces. When all movements are mastered it's possible to play the suite as a kind of fairytale with simple dramaturgy or choreography. Maybe the whole band can be dressed in their pajamas?

Under månen (Fra Den unge Fleksnes) : Under the Moon (From The Young Fleksnes)

This has become a Christmas song that has its roots in a love duet between the young Fleksnes and classmate Victoria. The class will be competing with a duet in a song competition. The text gives hope of love and links it to Christmas traditions. "A Dream of Christmas, About Love" is the first line of the text. “The Young Fleksnes” runned as advent calender on TV Norge in 2010. This arrangement feature an Alto Saxophone player and a euphonium / baritone / trombone player. If you should choose to use the soloist parts from the Brass band version for Flugelhorn and Euphonium, please use both parts, because some of the phrases has been changed. Please be aware of thedynamics between soloists and accompaniment. Adjust the dynamics according to the musicians in the ensemble.

Venner : Friends (Opt. SATB Choir with Band)

This pop-song written and performed by Halvdan Sivertsen was first released on the record album “Hilsen Halvdan” in 1991. Since then, is has been a classic song in Norway. The lyrics is about the benefits of having a lifelong friendship. This arrangement can be performed with SATB choir but works very well also as an instrumental piece. Choir parts are available for purchase separately.

Jupiter Hymn from The Planets

Gustav Holst (1874-1934) was a British composer. His most famous work is the orchestra suite “The Planets”. “Jupiter Hymn” is an excerpt from the fourth movement named “Jupiter”. This Young Band arrangement is a good choice to showcase the horn-section of the band. The clarinet-parts in the beginning of the piece may be omitted if the band not require doublings of the brass parts.

Venner : Friends (Opt. SATB Choir with Band)

This pop-song written and performed by Halvdan Sivertsen was first released on the record album “Hilsen Halvdan” in 1991. Since then, is has been a classic song in Norway. The lyrics is about the benefits of having a lifelong friendship. This arrangement can be performed with SATB choir but works very well also as an instrumental piece. Choir parts are available for purchase separately.

Jupiter Hymn from The Planets

Gustav Holst (1874-1934) was a British composer. His most famous work is the orchestra suite “The Planets”. “Jupiter Hymn” is an excerpt from the fourth movement named “Jupiter”. This Young Band arrangement is a good choice to showcase the horn-section of the band. The clarinet-parts in the beginning of the piece may be omitted if the band not require doublings of the brass parts.

Makalaka Boom!

With rock beats and fun rhythms you can let the young musicians have fun in this simple and captivating rock song! It has challenges and small solo parts in all parts, including percussion, and allows you to add your own improvisations if you want. You can repeat sections, especially after measure 14, and give individual musicians the task to create small solo motifs or to be creative in other ways.

Aspirantoverture : Music for Beginners

This original piece is intended to performed by the youngest musicians. The structure of the overture is traditional A-B-A with a slow section in the middle flanked by two Modearo sections. As the title suggest, the piece is well suited as a concert opener but also for contest use. All parts challenges the young players in many ways, both the wind- and percussionists. Please be aware of the contrasts in dynamics throughout the piece. This original piece is intended to performed by the youngest musicians. The structure of the overture is traditional A-B-A with a slow section in the middle flanked by two Modearo sections. As the title suggest, the piece is well suited as a concert opener but also for contest use. All parts challenges the young players in many ways, both the wind- and percussionists. Please be aware of the contrasts in dynamics throughout the piece.

Aspirantoverture : Musiv for Beginners

This original piece is intended to performed by the youngest musicians. The structure of the overture is traditional A-B-A with a slow section in the middle flanked by two Modearo sections. As the title suggest, the piece is well suited as a concert opener but also for contest use. All parts challenges the young players in many ways, both the wind- and percussionists. Please be aware of the contrasts in dynamics throughout the piece. This original piece is intended to performed by the youngest musicians. The structure of the overture is traditional A-B-A with a slow section in the middle flanked by two Modearo sections. As the title suggest, the piece is well suited as a concert opener but also for contest use. All parts challenges the young players in many ways, both the wind- and percussionists. Please be aware of the contrasts in dynamics throughout the piece.