Concert and Contest Band Music

Travel to the unknown in this exciting work based on a five-note melodic idea that can't quite make up its harmonic mind. Listeners are taken through musical hallucinations, both haunting and breathtaking,

Ethereal and cinematic, this work weaves its way through aleatoric effects, dark chromatic harmonies, blazing woodwind passages, and grandiose impacts. A great outside-the-box piece, perfect for Halloween

This fiery and powerful overture was composed in the Spring of 2023 in honor of our military service members, who stand guard to protect and defend. Driving eighth notes and fierce percussion create a

The third and final piece in the "Magnolia Star" trilogy, this cinematic work depicts a nighttime train ride from New Orleans to Chicago. Inspired by the blues scale and the American railroad, the piece

Journey through ethereal realms with this symphonic masterpiece weaving tales of flight and fervor in this dynamic yet short micro-symphony. Begin with Takeoff as the brass fanfares and woodwind

A high-energy opener - effective syncopation and fresh tone colors create a perfect opener to showcase your advanced concert band's ability!

This breathtaking work for SATB choir and wind ensemble quotes from the writings of St. Catherine of Siena: "You are an ever-burning fire; you are a fire which drives away all coldness and

This thrilling and majestic overture pays homage to the only eternal flame memorial in the United States dedicated to Medal of Honor recipients. Subtle nods to America remind the listener of the

A spirited, fun-loving march written in the circus style of the late 1800s and early 1900s – its happy and carefree energy brings back memories of three-ring circuses, trapeze artists, and clowns. As

This spirited and joyful work honors a student's signature enthusiastic greeting extended to everyone he met. Hi!, which also forms the first two letters of Hiroto's name, includes engaging

Crimson, the deep and rich shade of red, is captured and eloquently displayed in this relentless composition. This aggressive composition uses a traditional form and melody while incorporating creative

Depicting a comet racing through the sky, this driving, relentless work was inspired by the mascot of the composer's high school alma mater. After whizzing past planets and asteroids, the music breaks free

Named for the ridge of the Cascade and Siera Nevada mountain ranges spanning the entire distance from Canada to the Mexican border, this awe-inspiring work depicts the peaks, panoramic views, and the joy of

Bring bombast and excitement to your concert program with this lively, rhythmically driving piece inspired by the epic flood of the Noah's Ark tale!

Looking for a great concert opener? This short, highly animated fanfare packs a lot of excitement into a small amount of time. Great thematic writing, powerful brass chords, soaring horn lines, sweeping

The serpent eating its own tail is an engaging image in and of itself, but perhaps more thought-provoking is the ouroboros as a metaphor for curiosity. Inquisitiveness can bring about great growth, but in

This multi-movement work depicts three military and veterans' cemeteries in the United States. Veteran and Wilshire sketches the environs of a cemetery in the middle of a busy Los Angeles

 Comforting brass chorales and scintillating mallet percussion surround a heartfelt melody written to honor the composer's parents.

This powerful work begins with a driving rhythmic ostinato in the winds, low brass, and percussion. Soaring, aggressive horn lines take the lead in this post-apocalyptic setting. The theme is passed to the

An unrestrained expression of happiness and exhilaration! Inspired by David's ecstatic dance of praise in 2 Samuel 6:14 ("And David danced before the Lord with all his might"), the piece combines artifacts