Concert and Contest Band Music

This lyrical piece features a memorable melody presented by all sections of the band. These reflective presentations lead into a slightly faster minor section indicating the anticipation of plans for the

"Suite for the Heroes Among Us" is a musical tribute to the everyday heroes that dedicate their lives to the care and protection of us all. This movement is dedicated to the medical professionals that care

A regal original work written for beginning bands with simple quarter, half, and whole-note rhythms in the winds and easy eighth notes in the percussion to get your players engaged and bolster their

A warm and sonorous opening greets the listener, painting a picturesque scene of rolling hills and valleys before taking off on a musical adventure. Celebratory in nature, the music takes on a life of its

This moving piece embodies all of the simplicity of Russian Orthodox music and displays the sweeping beauty of Rachmaninov's lyricism. The moving music provides the opportunity to teach extended

Composed in 1940 for the screen version of Thornton Wilder's play "Our Town," Copland used a clean yet distinctive harmonic palette and calming style for the soundtrack to portray pre-World War II homespun

This is inspired by one family's struggle with an untimely death in which the healing process was aided by the construction of a beautiful garden in their back yard. A moving memorial piece that won't

Joy. Wonder. The infinite backdrop of space and the stars. These thoughts inspire a bold rhythmic fanfare and the uplifting themes found throughout this formative work. A beautiful and ethereal section uses

Composed entirely in a single fast tempo, this distinctive work uses a two-measure rhythmic pattern as the underlying unifying element. The intensity and pacing are skillfully managed using dynamics and

Bring a uniquely lilting yet haunting feel to your concert! This lively minor-key waltz brings an eerie scene to mind as creatures of the night dance until dawn. After a brief introduction where the dancers

The beautiful intermezzo, entitled My Bonny Boy, from Ralph Vaughan Williams' iconic English Folk Song Suite has been skillfully adapted into a Build-A-Band edition. This allows bands with

Featuring two traditional Irish tunes, this stylish work for second-year players opens with a sensitive and lyric setting of Pretty Maid Milking Her Cow. The dance segment then follows

Respighi's masterwork consists of four contrasting movements. The final movement, The Pines of the Appian Way, depicts the approach of the Roman legions as they gradually march toward the listener.

Take your performance to the next level with this engaging piece that features plastic cans and buckets, much like street performers in large cities. The musical dance group Stomp amazed audiences with