Contemporary Concert Band Music

This intriguing work takes us inside the mysterious military base in Nevada known as Area 51. Is the wreckage of alien spacecraft and perhaps even captured or recovered aliens secretly housed there? We'll

Step into a race against time as you attempt to escape this piece intact. After accidentally setting a self-destruct sequence, you frantically search for an exit. Blocked paths, obstacles, and a really

Experience a magical winter solstice ceremony at the megalithic Newgrange site in Ireland. A smooth, mystical introduction leads to a hypnotic dance groove as open fifths, driving drones and percussion

This programmatic work depicts the sounds of an early steel mill. Carefully written so it can be performed in the first year of instruction, it uses only the first notes learned in most band methods. Young

Hit a home run with this unique, adaptable multi-movement piece with each one-minute micro-movement written by a different composer! Balmages, Jolley, Meechan, Shapiro, and Ticheli come together to offer

This emotional contemporary work has gained widespread acceptance in recent years. Written in remembrance of the firebombing of the German city of Dresden, the work combines the most traditional composition

Calling for the band to be divided into four separate ensembles, representing four villages, this original explores a wide range of harmonic and rhythmic interplay. Innovative in concept, this stunning work

It's man versus machine in this robotic dubstep thriller. Cordless drill, toy voice changer, and optional synthesized bass create a futuristic soundscape that will be the hit of your next concert.

A musical depiction of two Arkansas towns devastated by a tornado in 1952. Dr. Karrick retells the story, moving from quietness to havoc, and incorporating the beautiful old hymn, What Wondrous Love Is

Students in the early stages of musical development will learn basic rhythms and techniques in a creative and fun manner. Keeping time as a musician is essential, and this clever work reminds young

An abominable piece of music, and that's snow joke! The legend of this creature comes to life as we hear the ponderous sound of his heavy footsteps approaching out of the snowy darkness. Carefully written

Explore the mystical history of the Zia Pueblo Indians in this stalwart work. The mysterious solo at the beginning can be played on the recorder to give authenticity to the music. The steadfast "march"

In a world filled with iPhones, iPads, and iPods, it was only a matter of time before a tune like this would turn up! Designed to be played by beginners on their very first holiday concert, it invites