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It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eRock This Band!\u003c\/i\u003e, by Robert Sheldon, has a catchy bass line and handclaps start the piece, then the melody joins in, followed by a countermelody---and this all happens using only the first six notes the students have learned! 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It also comes with supplemental parts for maximum flexibility. With the purchase of this piece, permission is granted to photocopy the parts as needed for your ensemble. A percussion accompaniment track is also available as a free download. String parts have been carefully edited with extra fingerings and appropriate bowings to support students in mixed ensembles playing in less familiar keys. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eCall to the Heroes\u003c\/i\u003e, by Chris M. Bernotas, was inspired by the 10th anniversary of 9\/11 and the heroic acts of the first responders. Heroes surround us in life; this piece pays tribute to our everyday heroes, such as our parents, teachers, and peers. Alfred's FLEX band offers parts for any mix of instruments to suit your band's needs. 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