Concert and Contest Band Music

Opening with alarms warning of imminent peril, this energetic work takes our ears through tight corridors and passageways leading to a spaceship escape pod. An extremely accessible multimeter work with the

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

Learning notes of the chromatic scale has never been so exciting! Take your students on an adrenaline-filled thrill ride while reinforcing their technical skills. Fasten your seat belts and hold on!

While many often underestimate the extensive colors, harmonies, and emotional ranges available to younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work sets out to explore these very qualities and more. While

Long revered as a master composer, the works of Gustav Holst transcribe wonderfully for the concert band. This flex arrangement contains the themes from Venus, the Bringer of Peace; Mars, the Bringer of

Premiered at the 2023 Midwest Clinic and featured at various 2024 state MEA conferences, this authentic Afro-Cuban work weaves gorgeous melodies into a carefully written rhythmic tapestry that makes it

Lucid dreamers drift off to sleep and wake up in a dream where they can fly at will. A slow, enchanting opening gives way to an energetic theme with an engaging rhythmic pulse as the dreamer takes to the

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 whimsical and spirited work was inspired by the painting Skating in Central Park by American artist Agnes Tait. Depicting the park in late afternoon, carefree skaters and sledders enjoy their

Beginning with a beautiful chorale and developing into an exciting dance, this is a perfect work to showcase the scope of your band's capabilities. An excellent selection for any occasion.

Experience a New Orleans vibe with this exciting, parade-inspired crowd pleaser! The lively work is based on an infectious rhythmic groove and spirited melody. Elements of jazz as well as a strong reference

The immensely popular concert band work is presented here in a flexible format that departs from the normal flex setting to preserve the musicality of the original. 

Featuring modal harmony, this piece opens with an ominous theme depicting a knight's march to a foreboding castle, then transitions into an intense battle scene with the dragon before concluding with the

Now available in a flexible format, this dramatic piece for beginning band portrays the Norse god Thor and his mighty hammer. This piece is accessible to students in the second half of their first year of

This perfect concert opener can lend its jubilant air to any celebration or observance in which your band plays a part. Hopeful and triumphant, this brief fanfare in flex format is written well within the

Set in the dorian mode, this ominous work opens with a foreboding theme and develops with vibrant and dramatic energy. It conjures images of strength, majesty, and passion. It continues to build throughout,

Capture the spirit of momentum with a pulsating 7/8 rhythm in this electrifying musical composition. The fusion of cinematic and symphonic orchestral influences creates a bold and powerful soundscape. The

Batten down the hatches for a storm of fun for your beginners! This work uses the energy of a memorable sea shanty melody with foot stomps as an excellent tool for teaching dynamic contrast. Your students

This ballad is a perfect piece to stretch and showcase your ensemble's musicianship. Written as a dedication to the composer's wife, this work will speak to audiences and musicians alike. Expertly scored to

This reverent and harmony-rich setting uses a theme from Joachim Neander to full effect. A wealth of musical opportunities for your ensemble and wonderful moments for your audience. 

This stately march will transport your students to the plains of North Dakota! While using a traditional march structure, this work incorporates contemporary orchestration and colorful percussion. Perfect

From its gorgeous lyrical introduction to its powerful and exciting conclusion, this stunning work takes a singular melody on a journey of hope, determination, and triumph. Further enhanced by emotive