Concert and Contest Band Music

This delightfully rollicking Grainger tune has been masterfully set for wind band. While the delightful melodies are freely tossed around the ensemble, it remains true to Grainger's quirky and descriptive

This piece depicts the ferocity with which the Croatan tribe defended themselves. Beginning with a distant drum, a tranquil pentatonic melody is presented by the flute, floating through the air. The

Playable by any young band due to extensive doublings throughout, this mysterious composition reflects the fleeting nature of the ninja: seen one moment and gone the next. Full of opportunities for

A classic popular song is given a swingin' big-band treatment by this master arranger. There are thick, lush jazz harmonies and a wealth of big-band  instrumental colors that sound great with

This piece is appropriately named, as the music is as spirited and flowing as the wind. While written in a classic overture form, the flowing nature and fresh harmonies make it something different

Full of energy and vigor, Octane's contemporary harmonies and powerful unison melodies create a sense of momentum, propelling the music forward.

With an unyielding rhythmic drive and punctuated melodic components flowing freely throughout the ensemble, this high-energy concert opener or closer reinforces shaping phrases while using a contemporary

Taking the concert band on an exciting new journey, this vibrant work features lush romantic melodies and utilizes independent parts alternating with unison writing to drive forward to a brilliant

The rich Holst concert band heritage is presented for your beginners with three cherished themes from both his military band suites and the March from  "A Moorside Suite." The music is further

Written to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, this stirring tribute honors the heroes of December 7, 1941. Beginning with chimes signifying the hour of the attack, the

Rescored for bands with reduced instrumentation, this unique setting of this well-known song will be the highlight of concert programs at Christmastime and throughout the year as well. The wistful quality

With melodies reminiscent of fiddle tunes and calliope music, this is a true celebration of country life. The musical imagery gives a Ferris-wheel view of the entire rollicking harvest fair. With temple

One of the most honored and respected speeches of all time, the Gettysburg Address is presented with an accompaniment that is playable by elementary groups. Outstanding for change of pace

Inspired by a trip to Rome and based on Italian folk songs, Tchaikovsky composed his Capriccio Italien in 1880. This fantasy utilizes the capriccio's themes to capture the essence of Tchaikovsky's

An exciting celebratory work for symphonic band. The driving dance movement occurs from the opening measures and continues through to the end. An extraordinary array of sonorities are explored