GRADE 1

Gonna Fly Now arr. J. Thorp. This is the original theme from the “Rocky” movies which starts with the well-known trumpet fanfare. This very easy arrangement really packs a punch. – It’s a knockout! Code CB047 $95.00

Sunshine Day arr. J. Thorp. The band, Osibisa, made African music very popular with hits like, “Sunshine Day”. This adaptation is very accessible and fun to perform. Code CB043 $95.00

Iko Iko by A. Hallam. This festive party piece is fun and exciting for your first-year musicians. A catchy tune with plenty of rhythmical interest for your percussionists. Code CB042 $95.00

Tomahawk by A. Hallam. Based on a war chant, this junior band composition has a driving rhythmic energy and features fun Indian whooping calls! A great concert or contest piece. Code CB037 $95.00

Three Little Fishies arr. J. Thorp. Ah… so cute! A charming arrangement of this childhood favourite. A treat for all players including fun feature spots for your percussionists. Code CB036 $95.00

William Tell Overture arr. J. Thorp. This lively and highly-charged overture sounds terrific at this very easy level. With nothing faster than a crotchet (quavers in percussion), effective scoring and use of varied dynamics, your players will be very eager to tackle this one. - A winner! Code CB032 $95.00

Stadium Rock by A. Hallam. Cleverly composed by Adrian Hallam using very simple notation, the atmosphere and excitement of a stadium audience is recreated. Featuring the fun ingredients of claps, stomps and sporting chants, this one is a real Aussie winner! Oi! Oi! Oi! Code CB033 $95.00

This Old Man arr. J. Thorp. Even beginning groups can play with a bold and impressive sound with this theme song from Barney. Every section of the band gets a shining moment.
Code CB005 $95.00

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star arr. J. Thorp. This favourite nursery rhyme has been carefully
arranged for beginner groups. With plenty of musical interest for all players, this is a delightful first concert piece.
Code CB012 $95.00

My Grandfather’s Clock arr. J. Thorp. The characteristics of a Grandfathers clock are captured with this well-crafted arrangement by Joan Thorp. It’s a welcome addition to the literature for developing bands.
Code CB009 $95.00

GRADE 1.5

Blew Bottle Blues by G. Butcher. Put your flautists front and centre for this fun, entertaining feature piece! This toe-tapping swing number features your flute section blowing across water bottles tuned to “F”. An entertaining item for any concert. Code CB049 $98.00

Congratulations  arr. J. Thorp. You can’t look past this piece to close your Awards Ceremony!  This bright showtime march is very accessible and fun to play.  Your audience will be clapping along even without your encouragement – Guaranteed! Code CB041 $98.00

Yu-Gi-Oh!  Arr. A. Hallam. The popular Japanese animated TV series is now available for Concert Band! This lively rock chart contains plenty of excitement if you "play your cards right"! Code CB035 $98.00

Haunted by A. Hallam. Have you ever been scared? …really scared?! This fun and descriptive piece will take you there. Frighteningly realistic and lots of fun! Code CB034 $98.00

Processional Pack No.1 arr. M. Butcher. “Gaudeamus Igitur” (Brahms), “March from Scipio (Handel)”, “See, The Conquering Hero Comes” (Handel) and “Pomp and Circumstance March No.1” (Elgar). Mike’s marvellously effective arrangements are ideal for school assemblies, award ceremonies and presentation nights. Code CB029 $119.00

Mah Na Mah Na arr. J. Thorp. A Muppet Show classic! This fun arrangement contains feature spots for every section of the band. – An instant hit! Code CB028 $98.00

Australian Medley No.1 arr. M. Butcher. A patriotic tribute to our country with “Click Go the Shears”, “Wild Colonial Boy” and “Waltzing Matilda” (Queensland Version). Mike’s very effective arrangement brings it to the concert stage with ease and grandeur.
Code CB026 $98.00

Swinging Saxes by M. Butcher. A fun filled saxophone showcase that your students will love. A great feature spot for any concert.
Code CB003 $98.00

Java arr. J.Thorp. Are your trumpeters desperate for the limelight? This is a great solo or section feature for trumpets with fun and interesting lines for all instruments of the band.
Code CB004 $98.00

The Clarinets Polka by M. Butcher. Clarinets to the fore! Your audience will have their toes tapping to this cute polka written very appropriately for young musicians by Mike Butcher OAM. Code CB018 $98.00

Limbo Rock arr. J. Thorp. Join in the party with this rousing and rollicking piece for young players. Featuring party cheers and an open percussion feature, this is sure to be a hit at your next concert!
Code CB014 $98.00

I Got You (I Feel Good) arr. J. Thorp. Here’s the tune that your students will beg to play!
James Brown’s infectious hit will appeal to all ages.
Code CB001 $98.00

Funky Town arr. J. Thorp. Joan has captured the unique disco groove with this version for concert band. Guaranteed fun!
Code CB002 $98.00

Shout! arr. J. Thorp. Originally a hit for Johnny O’Keefe, this tune is popular with all ages and features a wide range of dynamics for the full band (pp - f).
Code CB006 $98.00

Go West arr. J. Thorp. Every concert needs a little fun! This very easy and appealing arrangement incorporating Pachelbel’s Canon is a great motivator for your players and a guaranteed audience pleaser.
Code CB007 $98.00

I’m a Believer arr. J. Thorp. Smashmouth recorded this Neil Diamond and Monkeys hit for the animated movie, “Shrek”. Your band will play this one with confidence.
Code CB010 $98.00

Mambo No.5 (A Little Bit Of...) arr. J. Thorp. The appeal of this Latin tune has been captured again by Bob the Builder. Your band is sure to enjoy this fun adaptation for concert band.
Code CB013 $98.00

Hymn Pack No. 1 – Grade 1.5 to 2 arr. J. Thorp. “Abide With Me”, “Lead, Kindly Light”,
“The Recessional” and “O God, Our Help in Ages Past”. Hymns and chorales are wonderful development tools for your band. They’re 4-part arrangements, suitable for full band or small ensemble.
Code CB024 $119.00

Advance Australia Fair arr. M. Butcher. Mike Butcher OAM, who wrote the official arrangement of our National Anthem, has carefully adapted “Advance Australia Fair” for young players with modest ranges for all instruments. The best and easiest version available – you can’t afford not to have this in your library.
Code CB022 $98.00

Waltzing Matilda arr. M. Butcher. This traditional Australian tune has never sounded so good at this easy level. Mike’s creative arrangement has been expertly arranged for beginning groups with easy rhythms and safe scoring.
Code CB023 $98.00

Hey Baby arr. J. Thorp. “– Ooh Aah!” Some tunes just never go out of style. Bruce Channel’s hit of the early 1960s is popular again with the release of DJ Otzi’s version of “Hey Baby”. This is a wonderful motivator for your young concert band.
Code CB020 $98.00

GRADE 2

Carnival Capers   arr. G. Butcher. As the name suggests, this work depicts the character of a country fair. The audience can close their eyes and imagine riding on the ferris wheel, hearing the grand concert street organ and eating fairy floss. Perfect as an overture or finale. Code CB043 $98.00

Masterpieces Pack No. 1  arr. J. Thorp. “Evening Prayer” (Humperdinck), “Jupiter” (Holst), “Ase’s Death” (Grieg) and “Nimrod” (Elgar).  Some of the world’s most beautiful music carefully adapted for Concert Band.  Excellent pieces to reinforce good phrasing, ensemble texture and expressive performance. Code CB039 $150.00

Band Camp  arr. A. Hallam. Based on Ponchielli’s, “Dance of the Hours”, this is another “gem” from the pen of Adrian Hallam.  Containing movements such as, “Ghost Stories”, “Camp Romance”, “Camp Food” and “Final Concert”, this will certainly be very popular with your musicians. Code CB040 $98.00

The James Bond Theme arr. J. Thorp. James Bond has great appeal with today’s younger musicians, making this another piece you can trust to motivate your players whilst teaching strong musical concepts.
Code CB011 $98.00

GRADE 2.5

Gonna Fly Now arr. A. Hallam. This is the original theme from the “Rocky” movies which starts with the well-known trumpet fanfare. This arrangement really packs a punch. - It’s a knockout! Code CB044 $98.00

In the Hall of the Mountain King arr. J. Thorp. Grieg’s well-known piece from the “Peer Gynt” suite will kindle the imagination of young players and impress audiences with this spirited adaptation for young bands. The gradual crescendo and accelerando builds to a dramatic and energetic finale. Code CB030 $98.00

The Fabulous Village People arr. J. Thorp. This masterful collage of glamour and glitz features some of the best dance music of the ‘70s: “Macho Man”, “Go West” and “YMCA”. Expect some audience participation with this performance!
Code CB008 $150.00

GRADE 3

Jazzin’ Around by G. Butcher.  You'll bring the house down every time you perform this bright swing tune. Equally effective as an opener or closer, it is perfect for countless programming situations. An excellent choice! Code CB038 $150.00

Ragtime Square by G. Butcher. Greg Butcher brings us a bright number in alla breve which is strikingly reminiscent of a country fair or festival. This bright, showy style will delight your audience and stretch your developing musicians. – An excellent choice.
Code CB019 $150.00

GRADE 4

Kurrajong by A. Hallam. A miniature suite for Wind Orchestra. This is a beautiful, descriptive work about the village of Kurrajong in the NSW Blue Mountains. Movements include “Sunrise”, “Bushfire” and “Sunset on Bellbird Hill”. A superb Australian composition for contests or festivals. Code CB048 $150.00

Music for a Jubilant Occasion by G. Butcher. This is a landmark contribution to Australian Symphonic Wind Band literature and should become a standard in all serious band directors’ libraries. This work was selected by The NSW Band Association as a test piece in 2003 and 2007. – A truly outstanding work suitable for concerts and contests.
Code CB017 $150.00