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Paul Lavender
Paul Lavender
As Vice President of Instrumental Publications for Hal Leonard Corporation, Paul Lavender directs the product development and marketing of Hal Leonard’s extensive catalog of performance publications for orchestra, concert band, marching band, and jazz ensemble, as well as instrumental books, collections and methods.

Paul supervises the creative work of many of the industry’s most respected composers and arrangers, publishing over 600 new instrumental publications each year. His longtime association with renowned film composer John Williams has produced the prestigious John Williams Signature Series, featuring Williams’ authentic film scores and concert music for professional orchestras. In addition, Paul has served as music supervisor and arranger for several of Williams’ concerts and special events, including the 2003 and 2008 Marine Band Anniversary Concerts, the 2004 Rose Bowl, and the 2004 Kennedy Center Honors program (televised on CBS).

Also a prolific writer, Paul has contributed more than 1,200 arrangements and compositions to the educational and concert repertoire, and he continues to be one of the most widely played writers today. Most recently, he has received international acclaim with two notable transcriptions for symphonic band: Leonard Bernstein's Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, and Pictures at an Exhibition by Modest Mussorgsky and Maurice Ravel. Both works were written for and recorded by the world-renowned United States Marine Band, and performed on national tours under the direction of Colonel Michael J. Colburn.

Paul is also co-author and managing editor of Essential Elements, the leading method for beginning bands and orchestras. Under his direction, Hal Leonard recently released Essential Elements Interactive, the first-ever, cloud-based resource that features online learning for school band and orchestra programs. His expertise in music notation and preparation, recording production, and computer system design contributes to Hal Leonard's continuing success as the leading print and digital music publisher, recognized throughout the world.

In 2005, Paul received the Distinguished Alumni Award from Central Michigan University, where he did both his undergraduate and graduate work in Music Theory and Composition. After serving as a graduate assistant teaching music theory at CMU, he furthered his music studies at the University of Michigan.

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Beauty and the Beast (Flex-Band)

Beauty and the Beast (Flex-Band)

Raiders March (Flex-Band)

Raiders March (Flex-Band)

March of the Resistance

March of the Resistance

Scherzo for X-Wings

Scherzo for X-Wings

Home Alone (Selections from)

Home Alone (Selections from)

Music by Paul Lavender

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Concerto for Wind Orchestra

Concerto for Wind Orchestra

Circa 1600 - Ghosts of the Old Year - Fields of Gold - G! Tornado - Gallaxies Sea Holds Inside - Concerto for Wind Orchestra - From New York
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TDIV574
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Musashino Academia Musicae Wind Ensemble Vol. 20

Musashino Academia Musicae Wind Ensemble Vol. 20

- NO LONGER AVAILABLE - CD 1: Celebration - Fantasia in G major, BWV 572: Gravement - Fugue in G minor, BWV 578 - Eloi, Eloi - Rhapsody in Blue - Grand Canyon Fanfare - Variations on a Shaker...
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TDIV566
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Beauty and the Beast (Flex-Band)

Beauty and the Beast (Flex-Band)

Featuring the familiar songs from the original 1991 animated classic Beauty and the Beast, and revived for the 2017 live-action blockbuster movie, this concise medley with flexible scoring includes...
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HL04005169
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Raiders March (Flex-Band)

Raiders March (Flex-Band)

From the 1981 Steven Spielberg classic film Raiders of the Lost Ark, this familiar music by John Williams remains one of the absolute best adventure themes of all time. Here is a great sounding...
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HL04005107
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March of the Resistance

From the blockbuster film Star Wars: The Force Awakens, John Williams reprises a few earlier themes along with dynamic new material. The memorable March of the Resistance is fittingly dramatic and...
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HL04004659
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Scherzo for X-Wings

From the blockbuster film Star Wars: The Force Awakens this exciting music is featured in the climactic battle scene with our heroes and their X-Wing fighters. A dynamic tour de force for mature...
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HL04004661
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Home Alone (Selections from)

John Williams' delightful score is a memorable part of this blockbuster movie. Audiences and performers alike are sure to fall in love with this magical setting. Includes: Holiday Flight,...
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HL25923034
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Superman March

Released in 1978, this classic film helped pave the way for future silver screen appearances by other comic book heroes. The film score by Mr. Williams is a masterpiece of bold themes and tender...
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Raiders March

One of the most performed movie themes of all time! Under the careful guidance of Mr. Williams himself, this edition has been faithfully transcribed for wind band and offers a stunning production for...
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HL04002283
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Spongebob Squarepants
(Flex-Band)

Hal Leonard Flex-Band Series

Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five...
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HL04002465
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The March from 1941

One of Mr. Williams' most requested titles from his distinguished career in film music, this jaunty march is skillfully conceived with tuneful strains, rousingly aggressive brass writing and superb...
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HL04002294
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Jurassic Park
(Soundtrack Highlights)

A majestic and memorable score from John Williams gives this classic film a bigger-than-life aura that brings all the drama, emotion and imagination to the forefront. Paul Lavender's adaptation for...
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HL25923048
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Tequila

Everybody knows this classic because it's Pee-Wee's big tune. A great audience-pleaser for developing bands.
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HL25920010
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The Lion King (Selections from)

Disney's animated movie "The Lion King" from 1994 was a huge success all over the world, including two sequels and a musical, from which the songs of this medley are...
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HL08724554
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John Williams in Concert (Medley)

From movies to television to important national events, the thrilling music of John Williams continues to inspire audiences everywhere, Here are some of his musical contributions, spotlighted in an...
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HL25923026
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Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

Im Jahr 2007 jährte sich die Erstaufführung der "West Side Story" zum 50. Mal - das Musical, das von vielen als der herausragendste Beitrag des Broadways zur Musikgeschichte...
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BHI66221
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Evil Ways (Flex-Band)

Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five parts (plus percussion), these...
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HL04002495
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The Hey Song (Flex-Band)

Hal Leonard Flex-Band Series

Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation. Written using just five...
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HL04002493
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Semper Fidelis

One of the most famous marches of all time, this Sousa classic is also the official march of the United States Marine Corps. With Paul Lavender's skillful arrangement, now even young players can...
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HL08725072
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Hobbits Dance and Hymn

Here are two of the most recognizable themes from Johan de Meij's landmark work for band, The Lord of the Rings, in a sparkling setting for young players. From the powerful opening strain to the...
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AM89
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Mission Impossible Theme
(Flex-Band)

The unmistakable and familiar theme from the TV series and feature films. Hal Leonard's innovative Flex-Band series is designed to provide exciting music for bands with incomplete or...
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Midway March

From the classic World War II motion picture Midway (1976), John Williams created one of the most riveting and powerful marches the silver screen has ever seen. This authentic edition brings all the...
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HL04002306
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Rattlesnake!

Essential Elements Performer Level, Grade 1+

SSSSSSS....watch out for this dangerous varmint as the sound of its rattle travels throughout your band unseen! This clever novelty number for...
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HL00860950
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Film Favorites (CD)

Pirates Of The Caribbean - My Heart Will Go On - The Rainbow Connection - May It Be - You'll Be In My Heart - Accidentally In Love - Also Sprach Zarathustra - Mission: Impossible Theme - Music From...
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HL00860158
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The Polar Express (Medley)

From the blockbuster film destined to become a holiday favorite, here is a delightful and well-crafted medley that will come together with minimal rehearsal time. Includes: Believe, The Polar...
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HL08725044
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Film Favorites

As a follow up to the popular Movie Favorites, this eagerly awaited new collection features the hottest movie themes arranged for full band or individual soloists (with optional accompaniment CD). In...
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HL00860139

The Lord of the Rings
(Excerpts from Symphony No. 1)

Experience the depth and power of Johan de Meij' award-winning symphony for band (grade 6) in this easier edition. Working directly with the composer, Paul Lavender has masterfully arranged and...
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HL04000146
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Concert Favorites (Volume 2)

Here is a follow-up to the popular Concert Favorites, Volume 1 that features even more terrific easy works for beginning bands. Perfect for groups with limited rehearsal time, this collection is also...
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HL00860160

Disney Solos
Play-Along + Online Audio

12 Disney favorites that let you play along with a full band! The book includes a download link for the audio files. Titles include: Be Our Guest • Can You Feel the Love Tonight • Colors...
Play Along Books
HL00841409

John Williams: Four Symphonic Themes (Medley)

Includes:
1. The Flag Parade
2. A Hymn To New England
3. Duel Of The Fates
4. Parade Of The Slave Children
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HL04001826
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Super Hit Mega-Mix (Medley)

- NO LONGER AVAILABLE - Your students will know this one before you hand it out. Three of the best jammin' tunes from the popular Jock Jam series of CD's are included in this “dance mix.”...
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Dry Your Tears, Afrika (Africa)
-SATB Choir Score Part-

This product has a minimum order quantity of five copies. From the powerful and dramatic new Spielberg motion picture Amistad, this song offers a simple but uplifting and noble message. Available:...
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HL08741425
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Dry Your Tears, Afrika (Africa)

From the powerful and dramatic new Spielberg motion picture Amistad, this song offers a simple but uplifting and noble message. Available: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, Instrumental Pak, Concert Band, String...
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HL04001735
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Hymn to the Fallen

Steven Spielberg's twenty year association with John Williams has produced yet another powerful cinematic achievement, this time a gripping, realistic view of the horrors of World War II. Williams'...
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HL04001787
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My Heart Will Go On

Even players in their first few months can play the biggest pop hit from the blockbuster film Titanic. Discovery Band Series Grade 1+
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HL08724460
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Star Wars / Raiders March
(March Medley)

Students always love to play the thrilling symphonic sound from their favorite adventure films. Two of John Williams' most famous movie marches are blended together in this solid medley for...
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HL08724438
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Mission: Impossible Theme

One of the hottest movie themes of all time is now available in this easy-to-play version that works great for beginning bands. The opening measures feature dotted bar lines to help teach the 5/4...
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HL08724420
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Holiday Cheer (Medley)

Weihnachtslieder-Medley im Swing Stil !

Inhalt:
1. Let It Snow!
2. Silver Bells
3. Winter Wonderland
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HL04000644
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Summon The Heroes
(Marching Band)

An awe-inspiring work, written for the 1996 Centennial of the Olympics. Performance Marching Band Series
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HL03744213
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Jag (Theme from)

How about a hit TV theme that's not only a march, but also features trumpets and drums! This music writes itself for young concert band. Your kids will love it! Discovery Plus Band Series...
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HL08724592
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The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Selections from)

From his belfry, high above the roofs of Paris, the bell ringer Quasimodo watches the festival of jesters, which is the biggest party of the year. Although he is not allowed to go there, his friends,...
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HL08724604
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Summon the Heroes

Once again, the Olympic Commitee turned to veteran composer John Williams to write a new work to serve as the official theme for the 100th anniversery of the Olympics. Dedicated to Tim Morrison,...
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HL04001644
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Concert Favorites (Volume 1)

Organize concerts with your beginning groups quickly and painlessly with this marvelous band collection of arrangements from the popular Essential Elements Band Series. Featuring 15 titles that...
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HL00860118

Raiders March

- NO LONGER AVAILABLE - This John Williams march from the Indiana Jones movies has become the choice of student players everywhere. They love the bold, decisive feel. Basic 2 Band Series Grade...
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Beauty and the Beast (Selections from)

Includes: Belle Beauty And The Beast Be Our Guest Discovery Plus Band Series Grade 2
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HL26020022
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The Music of the Night

Hardly any other musical includes so many songs and melodies that have become independent hits. This easy arrangement of the tender and moving ballad from The Phantom of the Opera will sound great...
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The Simpsons

CD 94167 + MP3 + Mini-Score = BRASS BAND !!! = Scored for Brass Band by John Blanken

After 18 seasons of unparalleled success on television, Homer and all the gang have finally made it to...
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HL04001141
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Malaguena

Superb scoring of this Spanish classic for beginners, with an easy change from 3/4 to 4/4. First Concepts Series Grade 0,5-1
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HL24823040
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A Hymn To New England

Written in 1987 as the accompaniment to New England Time Capsule, an Omnimax travelogue, and recently recorded by the Boston Pops, this three minute concert work adapts wonderfully for band. With...
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