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This wonderful and energetic original work for beginning band takes simple yet effective melodies and creatively presents them with solid scoring, wonderful orchestrations, and a wide variety of musical

Take to the skies again in this "relaunch" of the Standridge standard Afterburn. Rescored, revoiced, and with new harmonic and countermelodic gestures, this new edition maintains the energy and fun

This fast-paced original work utilizes a nice contrast between articulated and legato sections while maintaining the intensity throughout. Your percussion section will be thoroughly engaged. Works great as

Kick off your elementary band's concert with this spirited work that features a bright melody, staccato articulations, great dynamics, engaging parts, and a wonderful percussion feature. Your students and

Take to the skies! This exhuberant concert opener combines exciting rhythms, tasteful percussion, and a keen sense of motivic development to create a work that sparkles. Bursting with a sense of joy and

With a heroic fanfare-like main theme and a dreamy secondary theme, this excellent concert opener is the perfect way to make an opening statement. The low brass will love showing off some power while the

Full sounds and strong melodies, big impacts, and the perfect balance of level-appropriate dynamics and articulations make this an outstanding and intense concert opener, all while using just the first six

Open your program on a strong note with this brilliantly scored piece. With lively melodies, a touch of jazz harmonies, gorgeous counterlines, a beautiful setting of Be Thou My Vision and a

Sail the high seas in this exciting work for beginning band! Written to sound much more mature than a beginning work, this exciting adventure in 3/4 time only uses seven different rhythms and a six-note

Who says your beginning band can't sound like a mature ensemble at their first concert performance? This original work does an amazing job utilizing texture, melody, counterpoint, dynamics, articulation,

A grand fanfare perfect for a concert opener, graduation ceremony, or any other celebratory event. Soaring melodies will thrill audiences on the first listen, and band members throughout the ensemble will

A vibrant work incorporating simple mixed meters with interesting rhythms and tuneful melodies. A beautiful lyrical section includes many expressive opportunities for both the full ensemble and several

Bring the excitement! This piece features plenty of articulation, exciting percussion, and a little chromaticism to bring some force to your program!

Written for the 2022 All-Virginia Concert Band, in under three minutes your ensemble will come alive with a fanfare that kicks with a country backbeat. The music explores the land and history of the

As the title suggests, this euphoric celebration will undoubtedly make its mark on your students and audience! Simple polyrhythms combine with an engaging melody, heroic countermelodies, and riveting

The exciting and highly energetic piece depicts musical energy and intensity, starting with a quick and vibrant introduction based on a two-measure rhythmic ostinato. Nonstop energy from start to finish,

Full of energy and excitement, this work is a thrilling way to start your next concert. Opening percussion begins softly and gradually builds to the high brass theme. Thickly scored with lush harmony and

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! 

The sweeping landscapes and sounds of American classical music serve as the inspiration for this bold fanfare. Paying homage to Aaron Copland, this work balances careful scoring with quartal harmony and

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the sky with this exceptional composition that will make your young concert band sound full and mature. Inspired by the composer's passion for aviation, this work

A burst of sparkle and color! This dramatic concert opener brings musicality and excitement at an accessible level. Confidence and energy shine through with engaging textures and harmonies. A perfect start

This tour-de-force original work lives up to its title. A bold and regal opening statement quickly transitions into an intense body of work that uses strong melody, creative harmony, driving rhythms, and

Blast off! Open your elementary band concert with an adventure to the stars with this original work full of strong themes and exciting rhythms. Young players will reinforce ties, accents, staccato, and

With nothing faster than a quarter note (eighth notes in percussion), this terrific piece for first-year players features a noble and stately style with enough variety in scoring to provide a rewarding