Concert and Contest Band Music

Earthrise is the name of an iconic NASA photograph taken on December 24, 1968 from the Apollo 8 spacecraft while orbiting the moon. This historical event is depicted in this evocative tone poem for

An alchemist combines two metals in an attempt to make gold. Composer Andrew Boysen, Jr. combines two disparate musical ideas - a chorale and a rhythmic allegro - creating an exciting new musical element in

With a tip of the hat to Gustav Holst and Mars from "The Planets," this out-of-this-world piece depicts the fear and exhilaration of discovery and exploration that future astronauts might

The simple and touching melody of this famous hymn is treated to lush harmonizations and searing emotion. The tune is presented three times, each time becoming more impassioned. Original material between

Experience a full-blown emotional meltdown with stomping rhythms from percussion, grumpy melodies from the low brass, and whiny cries from the woodwinds and trombones! Engaging contrapuntal lines will help

 This musical home run is no lightweight piece of music!  Although the composition is loosely woven around motives from the familiar Take Me Out to the Ballgame, it's a fascinating,

Infectious rhythms and melodies permeate this many-layered composition. Every measure alternates between 4/4 and 6/8 time. While challenging, learning these repeated rhythmic patterns will come easily to

This short, energetic, and jazzy piece is a lot of fun to play and listen to. The title refers to repeated patterns and phrases that provide support for the melodies and intertwined syncopated lines. A

This heartfelt ballad for intermediate band begins quietly featuring clarinet and vibraphone. Expressive lines grow out of increasing texture, building to a moving climax that then subsides quickly to a

These musical "apples" are a retirement gift for an energetic music teacher with a remarkable 30-year career split between two schools. Minimalist in nature, it uses the number 15 as a generating force, and

Based upon the spirituals Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen and Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, fragments of the two hymns appear throughout. Contrasting sections of serenity and aggression

Each day presents a variety of experiences. They can be magical, challenging, or surprising. This optimistic march tells a story of the day unfolding before us as more and more instruments join in the music

A delightful homage to the lively and fun dance music influenced by Latin American cultures. It introduces students to popular styles from bossa nova to samba using the first six notes they learn, along