Concert and Contest Band Music

The "4 T's" of band performance are addressed in this fundamental warmup set. TIME is presented in multiple meters with options to clap/play with or without a metronome. Two chorale exercises focus on TONE

A musical commemoration of the historic 1934 world record set by Burlington Railroad's nonstop journey from Denver to Chicago. This brilliant original composition is filled with the sounds of a picturesque

This beautiful and emotional work, dedicated to the composer's mother, is based on a traditional Swedish melody set to a text by Carl Boberg in 1885. Once combined with the Swedish folk tune, his stanzas of

A fantastic closer to any concert program, this epic work is sure to challenge musicians and audiences to learn to live with the voices in our heads. This piece was created in collaboration with Dr. Kaitlin

Transport listeners to a sun-kissed paradise with this fun, lighthearted piece for young band. With its lively melodies and rhythmic beats, this composition invites young musicians and their audiences on a

This programmatic work depicts the Civil War battle between the ironclad ships Merrimack and Monitor. The foreboding introduction by way of percussion and brass signifies the initial

This stunning arrangement brings the wildly popular music of Dvorak to the concert band repertoire. Inspired by the folk music of his native Bohemia, the piece is based on a simple melody that interacts

This pleasant tune, also known as Sheep Shearing Song, was originally composed for piano by Eugene Goossens. This tuneful setting for symphonic band contains all the hallmarks fans of Percy

Strong low-brass themes, rising chromatic lines, and surging percussion create the forceful soundscape of a powerful typhoon. A secondary theme is built on the rhythm of "SOS," creating a sense of drama and

A musical representation of the many moods that can occur throughout the winter season. The evocative music explores and reflects the contrasting feelings of joyous celebration, thoughtful reflection, and

This adventuresome march for beginning band is a tribute to those courageous test pilots who first broke the sound barrier. While it uses only the first six notes taught in most beginning band methods, the

This vibrant and stylish piece for young bands provides a fresh and welcome contrast on any concert program. The musical material incorporates numerous colorful percussion instruments that will have all

A musical celebration of the change of season from the dark of winter to the anticipation of spring. The piece begins with a contemplative opening before diving into a lilting and tuneful 3/4 melody.

Inspired by one of William Wordsworth's most popular lyrical poems, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud, this lush work uses lyrical melodies and sonorous harmonies to provide opportunities for young

With its roots in Greek mythology, the story of the labyrinth is told through sounds of winds and percussion. The feeling of drama while navigating this incredible maze is evident through

A soft then regal opening transitions to a driving main body fueled by intense syncopations, soaring lines, and rich harmonies. Excellent ensemble scoring allows this exciting piece to be full and intense

Invite your students and audience to take part in a magical and musical tour of a miraculous place, believed to be established in the first century. Repetitive phrases make it easy to learn and subtle

This work, dedicated to victims of gun violence, is a somber and introspective work. It explores the harmonic and melodic effects of seconds. Highly emotional, this work will stretch the expressiveness of