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Mallet percussion, percussion effects, and snapping from the wind players create the sound of a gentle rain as beautiful chords and melodies swell and recede from the wind consort. Written to be accessible

This emotional work is an illustration of the months of autumn. The colorful orchestration alternates between hopeful and bittersweet harmonies as motives and melodies are passed around to all instruments.

Written in memory of two souls lost too soon, this beautiful work serves as a meditation on grief, love, and hope. Lyrical melodies and lush harmonies are combined to create an emotional work that is

Standridge has arranged this reverent and somewhat sad-sounding hymn in honor of the life and influence of his grandmother, who passed away in 2012. Moving from moments of quiet beauty though hugely

The spectrum of colors and scents of flowers serves as the inspiration for this sensitive work. Lyrical melodies and careful attention to orchestration and range makes this an achievable work for young

This mature work for young ensembles is a meditation on the lives of those who live with mental health conditions. At times melancholy, terrifying, triumphant, and confused, this work was carefully tailored

Colorful orchestration adds intrigue to this lyrical work. Inspired by a dream, this sensitive piece uses melodic and harmonic fragments to create a swirling mist of instrumental colors. At times beautiful

Warmth and beauty radiate from this beautiful piece. Lyrical and lush, this work for young ensembles includes melodic lines and gorgeous harmony to create a feeling of comfort and belonging. With active

Inspired by the Great Lakes region, this cinematic work will be a highlight of your next performance! Beginning with gentle melodies, this work evokes the mood of a waterscape at dawn. It then picks up into

Lyrical and lovely, this work is sure to be a highlight of your next concert. The lush music paints a portrait with colors and harmonies that are emotional and complex. Brilliant percussion and piano parts

Another chapter in the "unBroken Project" by Randall Standridge, this stirring work confronts the emotional toll that bullying takes on individuals. Borrowing themes and melodies from his work

In mythology, Morpheus is the god of dreams, and this work paints a peaceful dreamscape of sound where instrumental colors and textures shift and weave as they blend into one another. The meandering

Here is a piece for young band that uses careful orchestration, purposeful percussion, and lush harmony to provide many opportunities for artistic expression. It features reproducible parts and digital

A beautiful work for young ensembles, this gem evokes the folk music of Scotland, with soaring melodies, lush harmonies, and tasteful percussion. Orchestrated with developing musicians in mind, this work

This setting of the classic hymn tune is sure to bring out the best in your players and audience. Written to be effectively played by a small (as few as thirteen) or a large ensemble, this work provides

The natural beauty of Providence Canyon serves as the inspiration for this lyrical work that paints a beautiful musical landscape. Soaring melodies and colorful orchestration combine with passionate harmony

The saga of the 16th Empire continues in this new chapter. Focusing on eighth-and-two-sixteenth-note rhythms, this work combines elements of lyricism and world music to create a unique work in the young

The beautiful blooms and gentle rains of spring are illustrated in this flexibly scored work for young band. Only six pitches are used for each instrument, but beautiful harmonies and colorful orchestration

The beautiful elements of spring are illustrated in this remarkable work for young band. Only six pitches are used for each instrument, but beautiful harmonies and colorful orchestration are achieved to

"The world is better with you in it." This simple yet powerful sentiment is the inspiration for this entry in the "unBroken Project," a series of works dedicated to sparking discussion and thought about