Lighter Selections for Concert Band

Orphaned toys come to life in this eerie tour of an abandoned toy store. The work opens and closes with Victor Herbert's dreamlike Toyland as a Jack-in-the-box plays Pop Goes the Weasel.

Travel to the towering peaks of the Himalayas in pursuit of this legendary creature! You won't travel far before you hear the sounds of his giant footsteps, provided by the percussion section, and the chase

The title explains just what is going to happen as you open with this thriller for young band. Rob Foster shows an intimate knowledge of the grade 1 band and its capabilities.

The spoken word is an excellent tool for teaching rhythm. Combined with an easily mastered musical vocabulary, it can lead a group to an excellent performance now and in the future. This work fits that

Imagine a procession of creatures from the wild kingdom marching by and you'll get a good idea what this fun-filled piece is all about. Birds float through the air as the clip-clop sounds of approaching

Enhance your band's articulation technique with this stately march. This catchy work features simple quarter-note rhythms and a limited range, providing a perfect setting to display accented, slurred, and

They're alive! The zombies are taking over the band, and they've started with your trombone section! Special percussion and wind effects, haunting melodies, and a relentless beat provide a dramatic and

This is such a fun composition for beginning students. It is easy to play, with an introduction to some chromatics. Create your own zombie apocalypse for your next concert - your students will never have as

You're cool, likable, and confident. You don't walk, you strut. You're Awesome Sauce, and this piece is the soundtrack of your life! With its fun, blues-like melody and cool rock beat, it

Named after Xolotl, the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Mexican salamanders called axolotls have anime-like faces and have appeared in the computer game Minecraft. This work reflects the Mexican origin of

Your entire band will love this one! The driving and infectious rhythms are especially appealing to the percussion section for maximum appeal. The perfect number for recruiting concerts to show how

Need a touch of excitement at your next beginners' concert? This new piece showcases all sections of your beginning band in a tribute to the sound of the classic rock n' roll era. This flexible version is

Add a fun touch of excitement to your beginners' next concert! This piece showcases all sections of your beginning band in a tribute to the sound of the classic rock 'n' roll era. Careful attention to

For every Alpha Dog there is a Beta Cat! This follow-up to Heather Hoefle's popular Alpha Dog portrays a frustrated yet sneaky cat who attacks when it is least expected! Cymbal scrapes and soft

Take your band on a musical and exhilarating bicycle ride with this piece for developing musicians. Students will want to play the catchy tune over and over again. It's a great teaching piece for working on

Discover the electrifying sounds of old Havana with this original, fiery mambo. Experience the thrill of irresistible syncopation supported by a variety of Latin percussion instruments including timbales,

A must for any beginning concert program! Projecting high energy, rock-based percussion is emphasized by articulation with staccato and accents in the instrumental parts. Though written in four flats,

Light and bouncy, this work will give your percussion section a place in the spotlight as they experiment with creating different sounds and colors. The entire ensemble has some nice playable rhythms to

Designed to be playable after only a few lessons, this swingin' number provides beginners the opportunity to improvise over a simple twelve bar traditional blues progression. An easy piece that will be

Experience sheer bluesy delight with this skillfully crafted arrangement of The Blue Danube waltz. This modern New Orleans take on an old Viennese classic will instantly connect with your

This charismatic new work for beginning band is accessible to the youngest of players. Using a few well-placed accents and driving bass lines, this piece captures all of the drama of a fiery tango while

This dynamic rock original is just what you need to shake things up and break out of the daily doldrums. It features a driving bass line, expanded percussion, and exciting themes. Each section of the

Capture the carefree feel of playing on a Caribbean beach with this fun and accessible piece. All instruments take a turn playing the infectious syncopated melodies which are supported with rhythmic