Concert and Contest Band Music

If you need a fun and fast "chaser" to close your concert, here is the perfect choice! Limited technical and range demands make this the ideal selection as you rehearse at a standard march tempo, then see

An authentic arrangement of the classic Leroy Anderson hit for medium-level concert band.

This music, originally written for string orchestra, presents a peaceful vision of light playing on gently rippling waves. Those same images that reflect on the water are reflected between the different

This sparkling work harnesses the full spectrum of a large percussion section with three different parts for bells, optional vibraphone (up to three players on one instrument), chimes, and a variety of

The natural beauty of Providence Canyon serves as the inspiration for this lyrical work that paints a beautiful musical landscape. Soaring melodies and colorful orchestration combine with passionate harmony

A Greek prayer followed by a high energy, fun, dance conclusion. The music gradually increases in excitement and tempo ending in a frenetic explosion best described as a love of life the people of Greece

This version of a classic chorale features some differing harmonies and adds opportunities for an active percussion section. It sounds big and bold - students will need to dig deep to get all of the

Originally this was the third movement of the "Irish Suite" for orchestra and was rescored for concert band by the composer. This marvelous setting of the Irish folksong is a programming gem, suitable for

This piece is for all of the students who have successfully made it to their first spring concert. Only the first six notes of the B-flat major scale are used in crafting this exciting anthem for young

This bold fanfare uses comfortable ranges yet achieves moments of great power, harmonic intricacy, and excitement. The opening features massive percussion along with dialogues between brass and woodwinds.

Jay Bocook's arrangement of this adagio movement is technically quite easy, providing an excellent opportunity for the developing band to work on tone, blend, intonation and dynamics. This

After a mysterious introduction, this original work takes off on a wild ride of contrasting themes in both 4/4 and 3/4 meters. Dynamic melodies, striking harmonies, and relentless percussion all contribute

Written as an opener for your beginning band concert, this bold, exciting, and aggressive work will clearly make a strong musical statement. Active percussion combined with powerful melodic lines in the