Composer: Arthur Gullidge trs. Ken Waterworth
Composition Style: Chorus Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: Arthur Gullidge’s manuscript of Spirit of the Living God has found it’s way into the repertoire of many bands. With the launch of new publications in the Australia Southern Territory it is appropriate that this arrangement be published ensuring its wider availability. The arrangement is also appropriate to use as an accompaniment for congregational singing.
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Composer: Arthur Gullidge trs. Ian G. Jones
Composition Style: March
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: This march will be readily recognised as an Arthur Gullidge march, carrying the tonal and rhythmic structures, which became synonymous with Gullidge’s writing.
With the achievement of the regulation requirements for good march playing rhythmic security, clean articulation and dynamic contrast] I’m sure this will prove to be welcome addition to the repertoire.
Many will be familiar with the compositions of Ian Jones, a soldier of the Camberwell Corps. We thank him for his expertise in transcribing this march from Gullidge’s original scoring.
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Composer: Nathan Rowe arr. Michael Pilley
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Nathan Rowe’s song I’ll Fight has become somewhat of an anthem across the Australia Southern Territory. Nathan uses the Founder’s last speech as a basis for his song, which so powerfully reminds us of our mission. Young Melbourne Salvationist, Michael Pilley has skillfully arranged this for band, maintaining the rhythmic feel, which is prevalent in many of our contemporary worship songs.
Composer: Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Swing Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: In the Love of Jesus is a medley of three well known hymns, ‘I know whom I have believed’, ‘In the love of Jesus’ and ‘I know He cares for me’ set in a “Count Basie” big band style. Sam has provided ample articulation markings throughout to assist bands achieve an authentic jazz style. The arrangement is well crafted and presents these much-loved songs in a true jazz idiom.
Composer: Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Festival March
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Written at the request of Bandmaster Brett Woods, from Warragul Corps in the Eastern Victoria Division, this Festival March celebrates the 125th Anniversary of the work of the Corps. The march uses the opening motif of the chorus for much of it’s development (the similarity to another well-known march was obvious and far too tempting to ignore). While the melodies find their basis in the old chorus the chorus itself does not appear in it’s entirety until bar 77. Little technical difficulty will be found throughout the piece though musicians will need to be diligent in maintaining a clear approach to the articulation and ensure that semi-quaver patterns are correctly measured.
Composer: Michael W. Smith arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Fanfare
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Michael W. Smith’s Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) with its majestic, ascending melodic line gives rise to praise and awe befitting our Almighty God. This Fanfare treatment, provided by Sam Creamer, captures the atmosphere of the original melody and adds an appropriately dignified sense of grandeur and energy.
Composer: Israel Houghton arr. Michael Pilley
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Israel Houghton’s high energy Praise Song receives an equally high energy treatment from Michael Pilley. Attention to rhythms and articulations will be the key that unlocks the seemingly complex nature of some of the phrases. The style is definitely a rock feel and accordingly the notation is to be played straight; be careful that the opening semi-quavers are measured and don’t become part of a triplet: rhythms need to be ‘tight’ yet melodies must be more sustained. This piece can stand alone as a band presentation or be used as an accompaniment to congregational singing.
Composer: William Henry Monk arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Hymn Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: Another useful arrangement for ANZAC Day, or anytime throughout the year, by Sam Creamer. Very little difficulty will be encountered by the players; however, it will be important to establish and maintain a breadth of style that is suitable for this wonderful old tune. Don’t allow the semiquaver figures to be rushed; they also need to be played with a flowing, broad style.
Composer: William Thomas Giffe arr. Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: One thing about the early Salvationists that has always impressed me is the bold daring with which they approached the task that was, and remains, the mission of The Salvation Army. The words of this song reflect some of the enthusiasm which infused the early work of The Army. This short arrangement has much to keep the players on their toes and will be worth the effort of paying attention to the details.
Composer: William Himes arr. Ian G. Jones
Composition Style: Duet
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Audio demo: https://samusicindex.com/brass/all-that-i-am/6923
Notes: Since it’s publication in 1994 William Himes’ song has reached around the world, both inside and outside The Salvation Army. The open and honest lyrics have continued to bring challenge and blessing to those using the song. This straight forward duet arrangement by Ian Jones will easily find a place in the repertoire of many bands. Although very little technical difficulty will be met with by the musicians they may need to be reminded of their role as an accompaniment to the soloists. While some sections of the arrangement clearly feature the whole ensemble without soloists there are places where the accompanists will need to be careful; with balance behind the main melodic ideas.
While originally penned for Cornet and Euphonium soloists there is no reason why any combination of B flat instrumentalists could be featured.
Composer: Oscar Ahnfelt arr. Howard Davies
Composition Style: Song Setting
Difficulty: Easy
Notes: Sometimes referred to as, Sweden’s ‘Spiritual Troubadour’ Oscar Ahnfelt (1813-1882) composed many hymns often accompanying himself on ten-string guitar. His collaboration with Lena Sandell produced many songs popular within Sweden and quite a number were translated and used throughout the world; Trust In God is one of those numbers.
The original translation can be found in the Musical Salvationist (Gems 6); it is however the words by Will J. Brand (song 534) that have managed to find their place in the collective memory of The Salvation Army. Howard Davies’ arrangement, while technically less demanding than some works, will require the musicians to be empathetic with the words and aware of the ensemble sound in attempting to capture the passion encapsulated in the words; particularly those of the chorus. There is nothing wasted in this arrangement. The writing is succinct, tone colours maximised and dynamics utilised to affect and reflect the intent of the words.
Composer: Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Latin Arrangement
Difficulty: Difficult
Notes: Faith Is The Victory is a Latin-Rock style arrangement that will capture the attention of your audience. Articulation markings are supplied to help the Latin feel. The use of a drum kit is vital to the style of the piece. Other Latin percussion (claves, guiro, congas, etc.) may also be used if extra percussionists are available. In the absence of a Vibraphone, it is preferred that the part be substituted by the use of rhythmic percussion rather than playing the part on a Xylophone or Glockenspiel. There is also an excellent opportunity for the band to pick up some percussion instruments and join with the drum solo at letter G which may be repeated as long as desired.
Composer: Helen H. Lemmel arr. Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: A new setting of the chorus Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus in which the words are as relevant as when first penned over fifty years ago. Although not technically difficult the piece requires careful attention to balance, tone and phrasing. The opening, although written as a Euphonium Solo, has been provided with cues to allow for a variety of instruments to be used.
Composer: Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: Song Setting
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: A spirited setting of two well known praise choruses; He is Exalted, by Twilla Paris and Exalt the Lord our God, by Rick Ridings . The piece attempts to capture something of the sense of exultation that the lyrics of these songs portray. It should present little in terms of technical difficulty, however, careful attention to intonation will be needed to ensure a pleasing, overall presentation.
Composer: Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Swing Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Sam Creamer has provided us with a great swing arrangement of a well-known Salvationist song. The original tune and words, written by Frederick William Fry, are steeped in Army history and reflect its urgency and passion. This is a fun chart to play that will connect with many audiences.
Composer: Noel Jones
Composition Style: Solo
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: The simplicity of this tune, and the depth of meaning found in the associated words, will ensure that this work by Noel Jones will resonate with many listeners and players. Noel’s treatment is effectively simple, though not ‘simplistic’. As with all solos and accompaniments careful attention will need to be given to balance; otherwise, there is little that will present difficulty here. The Euphonium player/s will need to measure the sextuplet at bar 35.
Composer: Roger Trigg
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Ancient Of Days will require accurate measurement of rhythms and necessitate clear articulation from the ensemble. An understanding of the style and attention to the tempo marking will help. Praise, My Soul will be a much more comfortable style for most bands and should progress easily with a more hymn-like approach.
Composer: Paul Prince
Composition Style: Prelude
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Whilst the piece is not technically difficult, a good steady, “stately” style is essential from the beginning. A confident forte entry in bar 3 for the entire band sets up the feel for the rest of the piece. Taking note of the articulation of the semi-quaver rhythms will add to the style required.
Composer: K. Getty & S. Townend arr. Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Hymn Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: The contemporary writers Keith Getty & Stuart Townend have provided many new hymns for today’s church. Their emphasis on sound theology and sing able melodies is reflected in this new setting for band. Conceived as an accompaniment the setting will work equally well for a band presentation in a meeting. The words of the song contemplate the active, living role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Christians.
Composer: B. Brown arr.Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Written in a similar style to a popular Van Halen tune ("Jump") incorporating the popular Brenton Brown worship song. The piece was originally written as a "show opener" and lends itself to many presentation ideas. Some sections may be repeated for presentation purposes.
Composer: S. McEwan arr. Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: We are thankful once again to Bandmaster Jared Proellocks of Carindale Corps in Queensland for another contribution to our music publications. The following information from Jared provides the background to the writing of the arrangement and its significance for the writer.
In the middle of 2011, I was drawn to the words of this song during a worship meeting at Carindale Corps. Only weeks later, while part-way through the scoring of what I thought would be the arrangement, I was on staff at QPAS (Queensland Performing Arts Camp), when God challenged me to come to Him – and intentionally seek His presence. You will therefore hear references to some lines from ‘The Power of Your Love’.
Composer: Leonard Baxter trs. Brian Hogg
Composition Style: March
Difficulty: Difficult
Notes: The name, and reputation, of the late Len Baxter is well-known and regarded throughout Australia. During his 45 years as Bandmaster at Brisbane Temple, he developed the ensemble into a world-class brass band that featured, almost exclusively, music from his own pen. In 1973 Len Baxter was awarded an MBE for his services to Salvation Army Music.
Composer: Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Prelude
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Once again Sam has provided us with an entertaining piece that is sure to be popular with musicians and listeners. The style is straight and march-like and will be quickly interpreted and realised by bands.
Composer: K. Getty & S. Townend arr. Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Meditation
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: The new hymns of Keith Getty and Simon Townend have become very popular over the past few years and this particular song has found a place in the worship and ministry of our Corps and music sections.
This arrangement was written for the enrolment of a new Senior Soldier and seeks to reflect the words; the final phrase … "In Christ Alone I Stand!" was particularly important given the occasion it was written for. Optional rhythms have been indicated on the parts for some of the phrases; it is preferable that all players use the same rhythm for clarity.
Composer: Earle Ivers arr. Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: This is a setting of a new song by Major Earle Ivers (Aust. Eastern Territory).
We have provided a lead sheet, with the melody and words, so it will be easier to fit the words to the melody and to teach a congregation this useful and accessible new song.
Jared's arrangement is relaxed and in a familiar style which will be easily understood by the musicians and listeners.
Composer: Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: Christmas Fanfare
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: This short, energetic piece will be a welcome addition to the Christmas repertoire of bands. The well-known tune has been presented as a celebratory fanfare; care will need to be taken with the accuracy and precision of rhythms but they can be easily mastered.
Composer: R. Lowry arr. Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Prelude
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: The hymn ‘Nothing But The Blood’ is widely known as a solemn or ‘reflective’ tune, often sung at Easter time. However, this arrangement is filled with joy and hope as expressed in the lyrics. The style is classic rock with loads of energy and optimism; declaring the promise found in the lyric - “ nothing but the blood of Jesus can save us!”
Composer: S. Cox arr. Noel Jones
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: All There Is Of Me has been masterfully constructed by Noel Jones and will be a welcome addition to the band repertoire of many Corps bands.
The simplicity of the music and the message of the words are, in Noel’s normal manner, presented with no wasted material, every note and inflection is important. This lovely setting is sure to bring a blessing to those who play and those who listen.
Composer: J. Scott arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: The tune: Annie Laurie is well known and loved within the Church for its association with the words of Nathan A. Aldersley; In this setting, Sam Creamer has effectively captured the depth of passion in the words and skilfully matches the music to the lyrics. Sam’s setting draws on much of the colour of the Brass Band so a sonorous, tuneful approach should be aimed for.
Composer: R. Kenoly arr. Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Difficult
Notes: The style is more Rock than March; Rhythm and clean, accurate articulation will be essential to any performance of this piece. The energy of the original song by Ron Kenoly is maintained by the rhythmic drive of the kit part and the accompanying brass parts. Above all this is a song of joy and assurance which the music needs to portray.
Composer: R. Jackson & M. Kay-Browning arr. Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Song Setting
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Breathe On Me is a meditation on the hymn tune 'Trentham', associated with the words 'Breathe on Me Breath of God'. It also features music from an additional bridge written by Michelle Kay Browning.
Composer: H. Werner arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Hymn Setting
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Sam Creamer has provided a carefully crafted, sensitive treatment of the well-known Hymn Tune ‘Healing Stream’. The subtle harmonic variation will need to be carefully balanced and care will also need to be taken with intonation and pitch.
Composer: Y. Field arr. Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Lindsay has provided a brass setting of the lovely Yvonne Field song If Your Presence, published in volume 7 of the Sing To The Lord series. The form follows that of the songster version and, notwithstanding a key change midway through the final chorus, would be suitable for congregational singing use as well as stand-alone performance.
Composer: Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: March
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Shine On is a bright 6/8 march containing the melodies of two well-known contemporary songs, Shine On Us (Michael W. Smith) and Shine Jesus Shine (Graham Kendrick). The title draws on the lyrics of both songs which entreat God to shine his light on us corporately (shine on us) as well as personally (shine on me).
Composer: K. Willard arr. Britteny Ling
Composition Style: Song Setting
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: Make Me A Servant introduces a new writer to our publications. Britteny Ling is Bandmaster at the South Barwon Corps and a member of the Melbourne Staff Band. Britteny is also heavily involved in the Just Brass program at her Corps and works as an editor of our new Just Brass Music Series. Make Me a Servant is from Kid’s Praise 4 (a Psalty the Songbook musical).
Composer: H. Brown arr. Noel Jones
Composition Style: Hymn Setting
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: The song was published in 1951 (YP Songs #125 – USA) Words written by Margaret Brown and Music by her husband Howard Brown. Noel has once again, in his own inimitable style, produced a most welcome addition to our catalogue.
Composer: Jared Proellocks
Composition Style: Hymn Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: My Great Redeemer’s Praise was written in July 2016, and was first played in late 2017 by the Sydney Youth Band and Carindale Salvation Army Band. The following words by Charles Wesley. The work requires much energy and suitable, appropriate attention to dynamic and articulation.
Composer: G. Kirchengersang arr. Donald Mayne
Composition Style: Prelude
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: The original text for this hymn was written by St Francis of Assisi in 1226 in his poem, based on Psalm 148, the Canticle Of The Sun. When writing this arrangement I had in my mind the triumphant sound that would be the whole universe and all creatures worshipping their creator, Almighty God. This iconic hymn helps to remind me of the majesty that is the resurrection of Jesus. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the ways in which we can praise and worship God, being it lifting our voices and singing, humbly worshiping, living a life that mirrors our Saviour, recognising the grace and redemption of The cross or kneeling at his feet in holiness. This is demonstrated by the contrasted fanfare style majestic passages and the reflective hymn passage. I pray that as you perform this piece that you will be able to worship our creator who created you in his image.
Composer: R. Vaughan Williams arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Hymn Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: The tempo marking of crotchet = 116 is important to maintain the forward motion of this arrangement; don’t let the piece ‘drag’! Obviously, the style is that of a hymn yet there is an optimism and energy in the words that need to be reflected in the performance. 'For All The Saints' was commissioned as a congregational accompaniment by John Collinson and South Barwon Corps Band.
Composer: Noel Jones
Composition Style: Song Setting
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: This beautiful holiness song has given me spiritual strength throughout my life. In my prayer times, I ask the Lord to guide me in my conversations with people, particularly those who once attended a place of worship. There are moments when we all need that special touch from Jesus. The songwriter is William Henry Woulds and music by Arthur Bristow.
Composer: Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Hymn Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Amazing Grace is probably one of the most recognisable hymn tunes used throughout the world; this march presentation acknowledges the familiarity of the melody by never moving too far away from it yet maintaining a much more energetic, marching style than we usually use. While not overly difficult there is a need to maintain a level of energy throughout the march and a commitment to an ensemble wide style of articulation which will bring that level of energy. Don’t interpret the accents too harshly; the accents ( > ) are not about intensity or volume but shape, agility and buoyancy.
Composer: L.M.R. Stead & W.J. Kirkpatrick arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wc0KttxEJQw
Notes: Once again Sam Creamer has provided an entertaining, yet challenging piece of work. So Sweet uses the old Gospel Song by Louisa M. R. Stead & William J. Kirkpatrick; a song written out of personal tragedy, hardship & experience, the words of which sum up the very real experience of Louisa Stead and her daughter. Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to take Him at His word; Just to rest upon His promise; Just to know, Thus saith the Lord.
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him,
How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er,
Jesus, Jesus, Precious Jesus!
O for grace to trust Him more.
Composer: Dennis Ryder arr. Britteny Ling
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Easy
Notes: Here’s a chance for some audience participation! The “extra” parts can make for a novel band item in many settings – invite some volunteers up to play and have the conga player start playing. While the percussionist repeats the first two bars of the score, demonstrate two bars of the rhythm for your volunteer on the instrument, then hand it over for them to duplicate. Get creative if you have some bells or bongos for children to play! Alternatively, maybe some band members will decide to “mutiny” into the percussion section – the possibilities, unfortunately, are endless!
Composer: W. Gaither & G. Gaither arr. Donald Mayne
Composition Style: Swing Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: Chances are, if you’ve heard The Salvo Big Band play, you’ve heard their rendition of this song arrangement. Don penned the Big Band version a number of years ago and has recently provided this version for Brass Band. As with all swing numbers, it is essential to understand the style; the easiest and best way to do this is to simply listen to the style as played by practitioners of the music. This arrangement is very much in the style of Count Basie so a relaxed, understated approach is called for; restraint is necessary with dynamics and a ‘Swing-Easy’ approach to the music will assist players to relax into the beat and not ‘push’.
Composer: Brian Hogg
Composition Style: Medley Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Audio: Not available
Notes: Conceived and written as a piece that bands could use as an encore at Christmas events this work presents well-known Carols in an upbeat style. Articulations, as always, play a vital role in capturing and maintaining the appropriate style. Throughout the work, the player's approach to the tenuto markings should be one of gently ‘leaning’ into the note and playing full length; avoiding any tendency to place too much (or any) weight on the note. Within the styles presented the tenuto notes can almost be ‘ghosted’ as the note following is the note which provides the rhythmic feel and is the one that requires the weight. This is particularly important at 71 with the accompaniment figure …. in this case, the quaver should be considered as the end of the previous long note and should have an almost imperceptible crescendo throughout its length. As well as not receiving any additional rhythmic weight.
Composer: Robert Johnson arr. Lindsay Stow
Composition Style: Swing Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: A Joy Untold is a swing style arrangement of the well-known Salvation Army tune 'A Robe of White'. The lyrics of this song speak of determination, of moving forward and pressing on in God's power, not only personally as we look to our eternal reward, but also corporately as we strive to bring the message of Christ to those who don't know him yet. Written for the 130th anniversary of the Warrnambool Corps, A Joy Untold celebrates the years of service faithfully given to the Warrnambool community, and also looks forward with anticipation to what God has in store for the days ahead. Maintain an easy swing style throughout with attention to dynamics to ensure appropriate musical light and shade.
Composer: Lelia Morris arr. Noel Jones
Composition Style: Bb Cornet Solo
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: Noel writes about this particular arrangement saying… This cornet solo features a beautiful song that has blessed me throughout my life. I recall hearing George Beverly Shea singing this song at Billy Graham crusade meetings in Melbourne, decades ago. We are reminded of many miracles which Jesus made. An expressive approach is desired throughout this arrangement.
Composer: Phil Laeger arr. Sam Creamer
Composition Style: Song Arrangement
Difficulty: Medium
Notes: This arrangement features Phil Laeger's popular tune to the much-loved lyrics "I'm in his hands" which hold significant personal meaning to Salvationists around the world. The tune itself is quite syncopated but must flow in a relaxed manner and not forced. In comparison, accompaniment parts with simple, yet pulsing rhythms should be acting as the metronome for the melody to fit into.
Composer: Ralph Vaughan Williams arr. Julia Roper
Composition Style: Christmas
Difficulty: Medium/Difficult
Notes: When listening to Sussex Carol, the joy of Christmas certainly bursts forth through the music and lifts one’s spirit. The melody’s origin is unknown, however, upon hearing the melody sung in Monk’s Gate, Sussex, English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams transcribed the melody and fleshed out the harmonisation to encapsulate the essence of the lyrics. The key to keeping the music skipping along is ensuring a light approach with a natural accent on the first beat of each bar. It needs to be playful and jolly – a cheerful celebration.