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James Swearingen
James Swearingen

Born
26.09.1947 in Dayton, Ohio (USA)

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James Swearingen is an American composer, music educator, and conductor. He studied at Ohio State University, Bowling Green State University and is Emeritus Professor of Music at Capital University, Columbus, Ohio. James Swearingen taught instrumental music in central Ohio public schools, his first teaching position being in Sunbury, Ohio. He then spent fourteen years as the director of instrumental music at Grove City High School, directing marching bands, concert bands and jazz bands. He also travels the world as a guest conductor, adjudicator and educational clinician. With over 700 published works, he has written compositions and arrangements in a wide variety of musical forms and styles. Many of his pieces, including numerous commissioned works, have been selected for competitions and festivals.

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Anniversary / Jubilee 2022

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New Frontier

New Frontier

March of the Belgian Paratroopers

March of the Belgian Paratroopers

Celebration and Tribute

Celebration and Tribute

A Kind And Gentle Soul

A Kind And Gentle Soul

Can't Help Falling in Love

Can't Help Falling in Love

Music by James Swearingen

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New Frontier

New Frontier

Right from the start, the captivating sounds of percussion and powerful chords lay the groundwork for an exciting and energetic work that is sure to inspire one and all. Each instrument has been...
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March of the Belgian Paratroopers

March of the Belgian Paratroopers

Moderate in tempo and light in style, this appealing and unique march is now available for young players in this masterful arrangement by James Swearingen. The skillful scoring and modest technical...
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Celebration and Tribute

Celebration and Tribute

After performing this work, you’ll want to add it to the extended list of dramatic and impactful works that composer James Swearingen has successfully created. His writing style touches upon a...
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A Kind And Gentle Soul

A Kind And Gentle Soul

This prolific composer has penned many beautiful pieces. On this occasion, he has created, yet, another powerful and expressive composition that is highly reflective in nature. Composed in honor of a...
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Can't Help Falling in Love

Originally recorded by Elvis Presley, this powerful ballad has become an enduring standard recorded by countless artists over the years. James Swearingen brings us a beautifully scored version for...
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Above and Beyond

If you’re looking for an exciting opener, look no more. From the first measure to the last, you’ll discover dramatic sounding melodies that are creatively scored against a background of...
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A Scottish Portrait

Includes: I.   Will Ye No Come Back Again? II.  Scotland The Brave III. The Highlander's Farewell This delightful suite of three folk songs is sure to bring about a...
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Forever Shining

This powerful new composition takes its inspiration from a special group of people who touched the lives of the East Mecklenburg High School (Charlotte, North Carolina) band program. Although these...
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Nightflight

While traveling by air, the composer was able to view three distinctive scenes of the city of Miami, Florida that are all musically portrayed in this significant and creative work. High energy,...
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Eiger

Heroic themes abound as noted composer James Swearingen weaves a tapestry of musical styles to depict the emotional story of John Harlin. At the age of nine, John lost his father when he tragically...
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Flight of Valor

In Times of Triumph - Follow The River - Flight of Valor - Within These Hallowed Halls - A Christmas Auld Lang Syne - Make A Joyful Noise! - Lest We Forget - And The Angels Called - Ashford...
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A Christmas Auld Lang Syne

Fond memories of good times and dear friends will magically come alive when you hear this beautiful and lush setting of We Wish You A Merry Christmas and Auld Lang Syne. Solo opportunities for...
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Make A Joyful Noise

Bound together by great compositional writing, memorable themes and interesting percussion parts, this joyous creation is the perfect selection for contest and festival use. As always, the overall...
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Follow The River

This haunting and distinctive work is based on a novel by celebrated author/historian James Alexander Thom. Melodies in both minor and major tell the 1755 true account of a young woman who, after...
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On A Cold Winter's Night

The holiday season magically comes alive with this creative setting of two all-time favorite carols. Arranged on the easier side, the accessibility of this piece will allow your students the...
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Beautiful Savior

An impressive setting of a beloved hymn that is not only a wonderful "change of pace" concert selection, it is also an outstanding composition for teaching expressive performance practices....
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In the Winter of 1730:
A River's Journey

This dramatic composition, crafted into four continous movements, is a musical portrait that reflects nearly 300 years of Ohio history. Shawnee Village, 1730: represented by a haunting recorder solo...
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Flight of Valor

This magnificent work based on the well-known hymn "It Is Well With My Soul", is respectfully dedicated to the heroes of United Flight 93 who tragically lost their lives in a Pennsylvania...
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Dedication, March and Celebration

Excellent teaching piece as well as an outstanding concert or contest selection. Full of Swearingen's delightful melodies, tasteful harmonies and spirited rhythms, it contains a number of effective...
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Into the Joy of Spring

A masterfully written and delightfully descriptive piece in three movements that paints a musical picture of the transition of seasons from the fury of winter into the blossoming joy of springtime....
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Celebration for Winds and Percussion

Celebration for Winds and Percussion - Lead On, O King Eternal - Of Pride and Celebration - An American Portrait - Reflections - Children of the Shrine - Deep River - Denbridge Way - O Come, All Ye...
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Deep River

Swearingen’s lush harmonization of the familiar hymnsong creates a beautiful chorale prelude that will be a welcome addition to any band concert. Displaying the more contemplative and subtle...
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Jubilance

The music of James Swearingen has proven to be popular all around the world and his latest, “Jubilance” is certain to continue his tremendous popularity. Full of the energy, vitality!
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A Child's Lullaby

A gentle and sensitive setting of the famous Brahms melody which features a trumpet solo (cued in flute and oboe). Swearingen's lush harmonization makes this a superior piece for developing tone...
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Exaltation

Centuria - A Child's Lullaby - Exaltation - Legacy - Novena - Silvercrest - Exordium - All Glory Told - Invicta - Covington Square - Romanesque - Chesford Portrait - Majestia
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Legacy

Legacy is an outstanding composition that is a perfect choice for concert or contest presentations. Most appealing melodies, contemporary harmonies and exciting rhythms combine to make impressive...
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First Chorales for Band

This is a terrific collection of sixteen well-known chorales (8 major and 8 relative minor keys) in one book, each skillfully arranged by James Swearingen. Ideally suited for rehearsal warm-up, these...
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All Glory Told

Another blockbuster composition from the pen of James Swearingen. Starts out with effective "on stage” and "off stage” trumpet solos before the whole band joins for a very lush and expressive opening...
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Where the River Flows

A suite in 3 parts based on the story of a young boy who was abducted by a Shawnee Indian hunting party in 1771. The first movement, “The New Frontier” is a bold and majestic section containing the...
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In All Its Glory

Kompositionen von James Swearingen

Dawn Of A New Day - Let The Spirit Soar - In All Its Glory - Blue Ridge Saga - Celebration & Dance - Proud Spirit - The Light Eternal - Where The River...
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Dawn of a New Day

A descriptive, almost ballet-like work that is more contemporary than this composer’s previous works. “Dawn of a New Day” will prove itself time and again. The graphic depiction of the new day’s...
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Blue Ridge Saga

A folksetting composition that reflects on the beauty and history of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Excellent for Junior High/High School festival and contest performances.
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In All Its Glory

In All Its Glory is yet another exceptional example why James Swearignen compositions are held in high regard the world over, not only for the quality of the writing, but also for his music’s ability...
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Seagate Overture

From the pen of this highly successful composer comes his most significant work to date. Premiered by the 1988 Ohio Music Educators All-State Band, it was received with overwhelming enthusiasm by the...
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Of Pride and Celebration

One of James Swearingen’s most vibrant pieces with themes that are highly appealing and beautifully interwoven. Full of rhythmic vitality contrasted with broad flowing melodic lines to create a...
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Wyndham Variations

At the title implies, this exceptional young band composition includes variations on a lovely slow and eexpressive opening theme. A faster sections follows, carrying with it ideas from the opening...
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Centuria

Exhibiting all of the factors which have made him such a popular composer of original works for band such as intelligent, idiomatic writing for each instrument, great playability, singable themes,...
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Covington Square

A strong flavor of the English countryside highlights the first half of the piece as both upper woodwinds and trumpets combine to provide thematic material that is both fun and lively.
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Aventura

Aventura, which is the Spanish word for adventure, opens with a haunting chorale in the key of F minor. Immediately following is the presto scored in a contemporary setting that features driving...
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Invicta

A dramatic contest overture. The strong lyrical middle section provides just the right contrast for teaching different musical styles. For that next concert “Invicta” is sure to be a powerful and...
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Novena

From the sensitive opening to the forceful climax, this composition displays the same successful qualities of previous works by this outstanding composer. DON’T PASS THIS ONE UP! Considered by...
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Exaltation

A dramatic and forceful overture with lots of rhythmic drive. This contest oriented work features an alto saxophone solo and fine melodic material. PERFECTION PLUS!
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