Suite of Old American Dances (Selections)

Description

First published in 1950, Robert Russell Bennett's Suite of Old American Dances has established itself as a classic in the repertoire for wind bands. This edition is designed for younger players and features three of the original five movements:

Western One-Step
Wallflower Rag
Cake Walk

Carefully adapted by James Curnow, these settings offer an important historical perspective for students, as well as enjoyable music for contest or casual concerts. Dur: 6:30 (Includes Full Performance CD)

Contents:
• Bolero
• Fantasy on a Japanese Folk Song
• Festa Mexicana
• A Glorious Day
• The Harmonious Blacksmith
• Landmark Overture
• Our Kingsland Spring
• Palestrina Suite
• Pilgrim Traveler
• Rising Star
• Rumble on the High Plains
• Southern Folk Rhapsody
• Suite of Old American Dances
• Voices of the Sky