Leviticus 19

Opening with the stately sounds of a brass choir, the stage is set for this majestic and soaring work. Following the solemn introduction, the full ensemble then takes off, lead by a rapidly moving mallet

This popular setting of the famous folk tune can now be performed by bands with limited instrumentation in this flexible scoring edition. It can be successfully performed with percussion and as few as five

This moving hymn has long been a staple in celebrations of life and for comfort in moments of sorrow; this setting is meant as a celebration of the life of a fellow musician and composer. The impassioned

With a melody developed through the use of meter and tone color combinations and changes, students will learn blend and balance while also experiencing an essential part of band performance, the lyrical

This programmatic composition, inspired by ghost stories, musically tells the story of a missing 19th-century woman who is searched for every night by villagers. Using exposed instrumental lines, a

Phrasing, nuance and expressive performance, all these aspects are addressed when performing this beautiful ballad. Written for young bands, the musicianship of your students will definitely grow as

Originally written for string orchestra, this beautiful lyric piece has been re-scored for concert band. The main melody is simple and easy to express, further enhanced by important inner melodies that

Here's an opportunity for young bands to perform a lyrical and dramatic work! This musical representation of the struggle to pass through a barrier will introduce performers to the dark resonance created by

Original melodies are used to capture the essence of beautiful Celtic folk songs. This ballad is lush, richly scored, and contains beautiful countermelodies that are every bit as beautiful as the main

The peaceful sound of murmuring winds invites the listener into this warm and embracing piece. Then, appearing much like sunlight on a cloudy sky, the main statement comes forward, creating a welcoming mood

Imagine if you will the buoyant feeling of dancing on a cloud. That's the feeling conveyed by this whimsical work for beginning bands. The core of the piece contains warm harmonies that give it the "cloud"

Dedicated to the memory of the many firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty, this respectful piece pays tribute with solemn sounds of rising and falling melodic lines that create

This hauntingly beautiful piece introduces performers to intentional dissonance and other characteristics of impressionistic music. Performed at a relaxed tempo, opportunities abound for technical

A musical depiction of being able to fly like a bird to see loved ones and friends, this lyrical composition features soaring melodic lines and intertwined countermelodies. Delicate percussion helps to

Designed to reflect the medieval origins of this 12th-century hymn, this beautiful setting offers great opportunities to develop unision phrasing of long melodic lines. With the melody set in both a four

The beautiful English/Irish folk song Kathleen Mavourneen is the basis for this expressive and moving ballad. The lyric quality of the melody is further enhanced by the warm harmonies and rich

Written to portray the purest expression of feelings, this composition starts with a short trumpet solo followed by upper-wind melodic echoes. Written for more advanced bands with limited instrumentation,

This lyrical ballad in ABA form musically depicts the desire to return home. Presenting few rhythmic challenges, the ensemble can concentrate on the beauty of sound, balance, dynamics, phrasing, and

Feel the warmth of a grandfather's embrace and experience the sense of awe when holding a cherished grandchild with this heartfelt composition. This warm selection for developing bands emphasizes musical

Originally written in 1913, the recording of this popular Irish ballad was #1 on the music charts of the time. The gentle and lilting melody has survived the test of time and continues to move listeners to