Acts 7

This work for beginning band is a great introduction to simple syncopation and will take your band on a field trip to the famous landmark. While using only the first six notes of the B-flat scale, there is

This traditional Chinese folk song is used as a blessing for a bountiful harvest and a good year. The pentatonic melody line and simple repeated harmonies preserve the Eastern feel of the arrangement, and

This Chinese folk song is used as a blessing for a bountiful harvest and a good year. Folk songs speak to the common person. Hardships and hope abound when we all realize that something as simple as a few

The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions such as the holiday string concert, which is often the debut performance for young musicians. Angels in the Halls

Sara Teasdale’s expressive poem Morning provides the text for this lyrical piece crafted for developing mixed choirs. The use of overlapping vocal lines coupled with tonal clusters give each

This stunning music was written by Dallas-based Rosana Eckert for her debut album in 2003. It is a light and sophisticated bossa with some gorgeous harmony. There is an eight-measure written or ad lib solo

This swinging chart is a great introduction to the blues, filled with ensemble passages that work beautifully. A fundamental element of this tune is the use of call and response. There are some fabulous

Sound larger than life with this brilliantly scored overture for developing band. There are chances for beautifully expressive playing with ample opportunity to teach grace notes and traditional "snaps."

Journey out west by train with this exciting work for concert band! Reminiscent of old western films, this overture is perfect for any concert program as well as festival adjudication. The piece features

Imagine a blade smith in medieval times, working the forge as he heats the metal molten hot so he can hammer it into a beautiful knight's weapon. A brake drum simulates this sound, along with scrapes

A must-have addition for your library! This dynamic concert work is great for opening or closing your program. Thrilling brass fanfares, changing time signatures, soaring melodies, and a driving tempo will

Here's an approachable rock tune with a fun twist - it is built on ten-measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry and will have a blast in the process. Punchy brass licks and outstanding

Hauntingly beautiful, here is an emotional uncovering of sorts, rife with dramatic effect. Stretch both musicianship and expressiveness of your ensemble with this heartfelt ballad. This piece has some great

This is a thrilling work that will engage both students and audiences from the start! The use of the harmonic major scale gives this work its Byzantine flavor while a full percussion section provides plenty

In the various branches of the military, one of the first things that a young cadet learns to do is to march in step. This march is written in the standard three-part form, with no break strain, and will

Young bands are certain to enjoy playing this traditional march. With plenty of dynamic changes and instrumental colors, you'll have your audiences applauding in no time. Melodic horn parts and moving low

Here is a traditional march in the style of Henry Fillmore which has been set for flexible ensemble. Playable with as few as five wind/string players and percussion, this accessible concert march is perfect

Perfect for the holidays, this work in the style of a cha-cha has ample teaching opportunities. Using only the first six notes of the D-major scale, students can work on important string crossings and

Start your beginners' performance in an impressive manner with this exciting concert opener. Doubling among brass and woodwind sections simplifies teaching while providing students with backup to build

A value-packed addition to your seasonal programming, this set includes four complete arrangements in contrasting styles. Included are unique arrangements of Hark, The Herald Angels Sing; Joy

Take a frightful ride with this spooky thriller! Perfect for Halloween concerts, this new work makes use of sound effects and color from within the concert band. Similar in style to Danse Macabre,

A loving portrait of life growing up in the pastoral foothills of Northern California, Colors of Home conveys a warm Americana feeling, featuring beautifully nuanced melodic themes and carefully

This traditional march for beginning band is perfect for introducing march style. It introduces students to the trio, without modulation, as well as some common accidentals. Students and audiences alike

Written to introduce young musicians to polytonality, this new work in overture form is perfect for festival adjudication. Soaring melodic lines and interesting harmony come in a complete package with