Concert Band Seasonal Works

Composed in 1925, this pasodoble is one of the better-known pieces of Spanish music around the world. Pasodobles became very popular with U.S. bands throughout the sixties, and some of them, including this

An Oriental atmosphere is created by the floating melodies of this exotic piece. In the opening, a long, sensitive melodic line emerges, supported by Western-style harmonies. Just as a dainty

This exotic original work takes musicians and audiences on a fantastic adventure. Mysterious melodies based on the double harmonic minor scale, ear-grabbing harmonies, and whirlwind tempo changes will sweep

A further exploration and study of the dance styles at the heart of the larger work Caribana, this work brings soca and calypso music within reach of younger musicians as well as musicians just

This Irish folksong, named after the town of Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland, is beautiful, nostalgic and lush. This intimate arrangement with ample cross-cueing is an excellent tool to teach phrasing and

A suite of Scottish folk songs, this work has the beautiful and memorable melodies that make a concert something special. Rich, too, in historical relevance, the arrangement offers concert band musicians

This epic work evokes moods, events, and sounds, including West African drumming and indigenous melodies, inspired by an ethnomusicological research visit to Nigeria. A primary musical theme is an

Inspired by the La Tomatina Festival held in Spain, this work was premiered by the U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" on the U.S. Capitol steps in June 1996, with the composer on the podium. La

This charming collection of dances is inspired by the natural beauty of Mexico. Orchestral scoring and joyful rhythms combine to paint a musical portrait of the flora found in the diverse and beautiful

Movement 2 of this charming collection of dances inspired by the natural beauty of Mexico is named for the Mexican white pine. Orchestral scoring and joyful rhythms combine to paint a musical portrait of

This charming collection of dances is inspired by the natural beauty of Mexico. Orchestral scoring and joyful rhythms combine to paint a musical portrait of the flora found in the diverse and beautiful

The fourth and final movement of this charming collection of dances inspired by the natural beauty of Mexico is named for the ceiba tree which can grow over 200 feet tall. Orchestral scoring and joyful