TAHMU by Joel Smales (new as of January 08!)
Close harmonies between the lead, double second and double tenor pans to provide a thickly layered texture while not becoming bogged down with too many notes. The cello pans provide a driving syncopation while the bass firmly lays a solid and easy going foundation. A half time feel in the middle of the tune quickly progresses back to the original theme.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, 6 bass, drumset, engine room/ auxilliary perc.

item number: SB009
price: $40.00
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A Night In Old San Juan by James Armstrong
A beautiful melody set against lush harmonies. This piece certainly brings new colors and mood to the ensemble and is suited for any level group.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, engine room/ auxilliary perc.

item number: SB005
price: $40.00
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HEAT by Joel Smales
A fun, upbeat, and very approachable tune for younger bands, using scale-like patterns and arpeggios. The tune is also advanced enough for more seasoned bands to add to their repertoire for a memorable song.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, 6 bass, drumset, engine room/ auxilliary perc.

item number: SB006
price: $40.00
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Orangelo by Joel Smales
A groove oriented tune that can be played as a calypso or funky rock with a backbeat! A lot of tight harmonies and catchy rhythms carry this tune.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, 6 bass, drumset, engine room/ auxilliary perc.

item number: SB007
price: $35.00
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Samba Chico Mendez by Alex Specker
A killer samba groove in the lower pans carry this piece. Some great front line harmonies and an open percussion solo section help to make this tune a real favorite!

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, drumset, engine room/ aux perc.

item number: SB008
price: $45.00
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Merengue Se Atreve by Jorge Cuevas
Written in the style of a traditional Dominican merengue, this up tempo tune is very catchy and perfect for any level band. it also includes an open solo section. Parts can be doubled and/or adapted on mallet instruments at the discretion of the director.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, drumset, engine room.

item number: SB001
price: $45.00
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Ithaca Mambo by James Armstrong
This salsa style piece was influenced by the late Tito Puente. Good for intermediate or advanced level bands. The chart includes and open solo section and many challenging rhythmic and dynamic subtleties for both pan players and those in the engine room.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, engine room (drumset opt.).

item number: SB002
price: $45.00
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Zaka Mon by James Armstrong
Based on a tradition song from the Haitian Vodou repertoire, this chart is great for beginning or intermediate bands. An up tempo Haitian mereng lays the foundation for this fun and catchy tune.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, engine room (drumset opt.).

item number: SB003
price: $45.00
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Dancin' Down Green Street by James Armstrong
Partly inspired by the compositions of Ray Holman, this up-tempo soca presents several challenging licks and an open section for soloists. Many catchy phrases make this the perfect piece for intermediate to advanced level high school and college bands.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, drumset, engine room.

item number: SB004
price: $45.00
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Is Woman by Samuel Thomas, arranged by James Armstrong
"Is Woman" is a popular Trinidad folktune arranged for steel band. Good for intermediate or advanced level bands. The arranged presents several challenging rhythms and exposed sections for all players. Parts can be doubled and/or adapted on mallet instruments at the discretion of the director.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, drumset, engine room.

item number: SBA001
price: $45.00
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Holiday Medley arranged by James Armstrong
This medley is comprised of popular holiday tunes "Joy to the World," "Deck the Halls," "Jolly Old St. Nick," and "Up On the Housetop" set to an up-tempo soca feel. Fun for any level band and perfect for holiday programs. Parts can be doubled and/or adapted on mallet instruments at the discretion of the director.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass, engine room (drumset opt.).

item number: SBA002
price: $40.00
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God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen arranged by James Armstrong
A beautiful and mellow arrangement of the traditional 19th century carol. Good for any level ensemble. Parts can be doubled and/or adapted on mallet instruments at the discretion of the director.

Instrumentation: lead, double tenor, double second, cello, tenor bass, 6 bass (no drumset or engine room).

item number: SBA003
price: $30.00
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