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Educational Instrumental Solos

The following instrumental solos were composed specifically for beginning band students. There are two pieces for each instrument, one at the Beginner, and one at the Junior level. Each piece utilizes notes, key and time signatures, and rhythms learned in the first one to three years of instruction. Each feature a fantastic piano accompaniment that supports young players, gives them confidence, and ensures everyone sounds like a pro! Perfect for any recital or festival opportunity.

Click on each title to see and hear the solos.

TENOR SAX

Beg: A Classical Sax

Jr: Dirty Dog

BARITONE

Beg: Blue Boogie

Jr: Smooth & Mellow

TIMPANI

Beg: The Giant's Tale

Jr: Distant Thunder

(timp & mallet duet)

OBOE

Beg: Mystery

Jr: The Lonely Princess

TROMBONE

Beg: Step A Slide

Jr: Matador

ALTO SAX

Beg: This Old Rag

Jr: Play Me Blue

HORN IN F

Beg: Fox Hunt

Jr: Reflections

MALLETS

Beg: Silk Fan

Jr: The Music Box

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