Deuteronomy 31

Written to evoke the musical styles heard in the Indian music of movie soundtracks, this has a strong Indian folk influence. Also included are a variety of world music influences that add syncopated

The balalaika is essentially a three-string Russian guitar known for the lively music and haunting ballads it can produce. This work reflects the spirited dance music through original tunes, all with a

This medley of Persian folk songs uses Clair Fairchild's Twelve Persian Folk Songs as its basis. Fairchild took care to preserve their authenticity by limiting all Western harmony, and as

In Granada, Spain, this complex of whitewashed cave houses was dug into the hillside beginning in the early 16th century, providing safety for the inhabitants and shelter from the harsh Andalusian sun and

The beginning and ending sections of this piece were based on a folk song that is commonly referred to as Cherokee Morning Song. This expressive piece is beautiful, lush and reverent to the

A musical depiction of the blended styles of cuisine native to the composer's home in central South Texas, a blend of cultural flavors and spices known as Tex-Mex. The title also refers to tricky

A lively piece depicting a traditional dance from Spain, this is a great way to introduce this style to younger players with its varied articulations and traditional Spanish instruments such as castanets. A

A definite winner! A bright and lively gigue turns to a lyrical air that then returns to the original material; this interesting composition will add a worldly flavor to your next concert. With moving and

For thousands of years, indigenous tribes would gather to share stories through dance, song and drumming. This tradition still exists in Alaska in the form of the kivgik or "messenger

Music from Ireland is very intriguing to audiences and musicians. It fits so well with concert band instrumentation that it always sounds great, and this piece is no exception. Starting with a solo clarinet

A great programming choice featuring three Italian melodies, this carefree piece will transport your audience to the Mediterranean. Opening with the happy Tiritomba, continuing with Santa

A symphonic tour de force, this rhapsody is built on three Scandinavian folk songs. Viking-influenced melodies are weaved into a seamless setting that brings out all the rich flavor and history of the

Here is a collection of three contrasting movements taken from the orchestral work "Eight Russian Folksongs, Op. 58" by Anatoly Lyadov. These short pieces have been carefully transcribed for concert band

The word in the title is a wooden walking stick that Irishmen carried as they went around their daily routine. It had many purposes, but no matter what the use, it was always an item of personal pride and

This work of Bulgarian and Klezmer folk dance music uses only your woodwind and percussion sections to create an outstanding representation of Eastern European folk music. Consisting

This tune is best described as a Jewish Russian folk/love/riddle song. The lush and flowing opening immediately exudes an appealing international flavor, with melodies that ebb and swell with an almost