Concert and Contest Band Music

This highly entertaining and distinctive piece has all the lively flair and vigor of a thrilling Irish reel. The appealing Irish flavor is unmistakable, it's hard to believe it didn't originate in

The inspiration for this unique composition comes from a charming Iroquois folk melody and the Ojibwe legend of the dreamcatcher, believed to have magical webs that would filter out bad dreams, allowing

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

Here is a collection of three contrasting movements taken from the orchestral work "Eight Russian Folksongs, Op. 58" by Anatoly Lyadov. These short pieces have been carefully transcribed for concert band

Bring a peaceful and quietly lilting moment to beginning band performances. This beautiful, traditional lullaby provides an opportunity for beginning bands to experience a very playable and lyrical

This well-known and moving guitar piece is presented here in a wind band setting, carefully scored to be appropriate for ensembles of all levels of ability. The flowing and gently lyric musical lines adapt

Celebrate the rich history of Celtic music, dance and folklore with this charismatic overture. Every member of your band has an opportunity to play the traditional-sounding Irish melodies with their

Using Gliere's famous dance melody from the ballet "The Red Poppy," this engaging set of variations brings new life to the original. After a mysterious-sounding chorale, Gliere's theme is powerfully

This song by a Squamish First Nation artist and performer is presented in a special arrangement for a unique presentation that will allow students and audiences to experience the rich musical tradition of

A traditional call-and-response song originating in Africa and sung by children around the world, this arrangement provides a spotlight for a soloist (or multiple soloists) or small groups while also

Written in the traditional and dramatic bottle-dance format, this is a classic Russian folk dance, carefully crafted here for second-year players. A delightfully appealing concert work that provides the

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

Based on the Russian folk tune Song of the Volga Boatmen, this piece is an eclectic and engaging set of variations. The familiar melody takes on a variety of forms and tonalities as it weaves

Teach your young musicians to work together with this African groove that comes from the heart. With limited ranges and technical demands, your students will be able to focus on balance, intonation, and

From Africa and Asia to the Middle East and Mediterranean, the tribal tapestries of our world provide the inspiration and content for this impressive work. Beginning with a hauntingly beautiful flute solo,

This exotic work will take your band on a journey to a land steeped in mystery and enchantment. Using a variety of textures including solo opportunities, creative harmonies, interesting parts for all, and

Take your band and audience on a musical vacation to spicy-hot Mexico! This flavorful medley of four famous Mexican songs includes La Cucaracha; Cielito Lindo; Carmen Carmela and Mexican Hat