Concert and Contest Band Music

This sublime work, originally composed for chorus and orchestra, has all the depth and beauty associated with the music of Johannes Brahms. This skillfully crafted arrangement for concert band has become a

The title explains just what is going to happen as you open with this thriller for young band. Rob Foster shows an intimate knowledge of the grade 1 band and its capabilities.

Strong thematic material, great percussion, minimal ranges, and simple rhythms make this an ideal first concert opener. All sections have wonderful and engaging parts. A hit! 

Evoking 'jog trot' images and moving steadily from beginning to end, this wonderful tune, is classic Grainger. This arrangement of the Joseph Kreines edition for flexible instrumentation captures all of the

Based on an early English ballad brought to Appalachia, this is the work you want to program to show off your band's ability to play beautiful melodies and rich harmonies. Rewarding for players at any

This famous melody had been attributed to Haydn when Brahms composed his famous Variations on a Theme by Joseph Haydn, but music scholars doubt that Haydn wrote it. This arrangement for flexible

Beware the terror that lurks under the bed! In addition to being a very clever selection for your students, this is really great teaching material for your first- or second-year band. Trombone glissandi, a

This sublime work, originally composed for chorus and orchestra, has all the depth and beauty associated with the music of Johannes Brahms. This skillfully crafted arrangement for flexible ensemble makes

A suite of Scottish folk songs, this work has the beautiful and memorable melodies that make a concert something special. Rich, too, in historical relevance, the arrangement offers concert band musicians

Young players enjoy the excitement and drama of playing in minor keys. This melodic work capitalizes on that fondness for minor keys and provides all the energy and drama that students can handle. This

This can be a march or a galop - it all depends on the tempo your group can handle and what your musicality tells you. It's another magnificent work from the pen of an American march master that will

Sparkling woodwinds, triumphant brass, and colorful percussion highlight this enthralling overture. Scored for everyone in the band to have an interesting part, the piece will work in a variety of slots in

Do you have a great low brass section, particularly euphonium, that you would like to show off? As suggested by the title, this wonderful original concert march is what you're looking for. Great lines

The spoken word is an excellent tool for teaching rhythm. Combined with an easily mastered musical vocabulary, it can lead a group to an excellent performance now and in the future. This work fits that

This piece has everything to make your elementary concert band sound full and mature: solid scoring, limited and comfortable ranges, plenty of engaging and challenging percussion, and exciting thematic

Stark lines and open harmonies give this intense and engaging piece for elementary band a mature sound while still being very accessible. Wonderful percussion scoring, a clarinet part that stays below the

A treatment of the African American spiritual The Gospel Train, also known as Get on Board, is a great opportunity for young players to be exposed to the spiritual form in a different

Heroic themes for everyone that are scored safely for ultimate success highlight this outstanding work for elementary band. There is opportunity for teaching chromatic fingerings in clarinet and tenor

Nathaniel Dett was one of John Philip Sousa's favorite composers. Dett's music is filled with melodic charm and harmonic interest. This wonderful rag, originally written for piano, plays and sounds much

Written in a minor key, the tonality enhances the excitement and drama of this evocative piece. Your players will look forward to the opportunity to perform the music and enjoy the mysterious atmosphere

This popular song from the American Civil War period is given a classic treatment in this young band setting. Imminently playable, it's sure to sound excellent when performed and has the verve and