Acts 7

Prokoviev wrote his Bb symphony in short form within a month, 16 years after his last symphony. He used sketches he had compiled in his ubiquitous notebooks. Written in 1944, its four movements are in Bb

Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony was written in 1937 and premiered that year in Leningrad (St. Petersburg). It was a major success with an ovation lasting over 30 minutes. Allegretto is the

Johann Christoph Graupner (1683 - 1760) was a German harpsichordist and composer of high Baroque music who was a contemporary of Bach, Telemann and Handel. His short Intrada in C, written originally for

Experience the allure of enchantment as this mesmerizing composition blooms like a delicate flower, filling the air with its tender melodies and graceful harmonies. Immerse your audience in rich emotion as

Inspired by Jules Verne's adventure novel, the soundtrack to this motion picture earned an Oscar Award. This arrangement for concert band by Alfred Reed captures the magical essence of Young's original

Embark on a celestial journey through the cosmos with this ethereal and captivating piece that transcends earthly boundaries, weaving together shimmering melodies, celestial harmonies, and otherworldly

This iconic jazz ballad hardly requires an introduction to jazz aficionados. This classic band arrangement by Alfred Reed showcases the rich harmonic language that underlines the melody with the masterful

This arrangement of a classic in the wind repertoire is playable by any SSATB combination of woodwind, brass, and string players with optional percussion. It's rhythmically driving, and the lyrical section

A lively sea-shanty style dance for string orchestra and harp with an infectious melody that is passed throughout all sections of the orchestra. This is a wonderful technical challenge in 6/8 that will be

Fully scored for optimal tonal control, this original work uses an array of percussion instruments to give young players more opportunity to perform. With its heroic theme and very accessible parts, this is

A fun elementary work using the G, D and A strings and easy quarter- and eighth-note rhythms. Everyone gets the melody at some point, which features bow lifts during rests. First violins are independent,

Written in a quick two, this show-style opener lives up to its title - much of the thematic material in the opening theme falling to the brass while the woodwinds interject flourishes and counterpoints. The

This flexible arrangement of a Francis McBeth work is playable by any SSATB combination of woodwind, brass, and string players with optional percussion. If you want to teach rhythm, this is your piece!

This work is intended to have fun parts for all of the band to play. From loud, brassy trombone parts to a triumphant fanfare of trumpets, from wind runs to percussion swells, this piece is really fun to

Melodic, energetic, and right in the wheelhouse of first-year players. Claves and tambourine are introduced, so there is a little something for the percussion section, too. The perfect selection to

This lively and authentic transcription of a work for solo piano begins with a march and then moves into a two-step. Your musicians will learn a variety of 6/8 rhythms as well as develop their skills in

This famous concerto, originally for lute, is a great fit for solo viola with a few minor adjustments. With three short movements in the key of D major, this work will delight audiences and gives the

This work is playable by any SSATB combination of woodwind, brass, and string players with optional percussion. Beginning with a sensitive unison Chant reminiscent of early church

Bring a fun element to holiday programs with this toe-tapping medley of Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree; Dominic the Christmas Donkey; I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus

Among Goldman's many contributions to the band's repertoire, his Christmas march medley has been especially popular. Familiar seasonal tunes include Good King Wenceslas; Adeste Fideles; Jingle

Expose your musicians and audiences to the musical writings of Samuel Coleridge Taylor this holiday season. Originally written for full orchestra, it's adapted here for concert band. The harp part is