Tradition of Excellence - Concert Time Bb Clarinet Book

Concert Time - 12 Selections for Beginning & Young Band - 1st/2nd Bb Clarinet Book

Part of the Tradition of Excellence Series

Concert Time is a collection of twelve carefully crafted pieces for beginning or young band, composed and arranged by Bruce Pearson and Ryan Nowlin. Featuring a wide range of styles—including festival works, concert marches, classical transcriptions, and original lighter selections—this compilation is designed to be musically satisfying and educationally accessible.

Highlights include accessible rhythms, reinforced orchestration throughout the ensemble, and melodies written for every section. Clarinet parts stay below the break, and all percussion parts—Drums, Mallets, Auxiliary Percussion, and Timpani—are included in a single book. Each part book also features a fingering chart and preparatory melodies. A valuable resource for concert programming, Concert Time is an excellent addition to any developing band curriculum.

Features:

• 12 engaging selections for concert band.
• Diverse repertoire including marches, overtures and lighter pieces appropriate for concerts and festivals.
• Reinforced orchestration throughout the ensemble.
• Accessible, grade-appropriate rhythms.
• Melodies for every section.
• Both clarinets 1 & 2 stay below the break in each selection.
• Preparatory unison exercises for all pieces.
• An outstanding addition to any band curriculum.
• Drums, Mallets, Auxiliary Percussion, and Timpani all in one book to develop the total percussionist.