Concert and Contest Band Music

A musical portrait of the imposing Vulcan, ancient Roman god of fire and metalworking, this strident and impressive piece brings this mythical figure to life. Accessible to students in the second half of

A perfect opening for a beginning band's first concert! A strong melody, harmony developed through creative voicings, and great percussion scoring that gives the piece momentum. A great culmination of all

Inspired by 19th- and 20th-century dance pieces, this energetic and spirited work uses only six notes yet sounds like so much more! The notes and rhythms fall into place quickly so beginning students can

This energetic composition is the perfect opener or closer for your beginning musicians. Employing interesting melodies, full harmonies, and active rhythms, every instrumentalist gets an opportunity to play

Aliens are attacking! From the attic?! Yep, there are invaders from outer space hiding in the attic, and it's time to run for your lives! Beginning students will absolutely love this creative work and all

As the title suggests, this is a musically expressive farewell to the night and greeting to a new day. Opening softly with a gentle motive, the piece evolves through simple, yet expressive

This powerful and driving work depicts a fortress defended by brave and dedicated fighters. Masterfully written using only the first six notes of the B-flat scale, this piece in G minor creates powerful

Now first-year students can enjoy the exciting music of ABBA. Arranged especially for capabilities at this level, young players can experience the music made famous on the airwaves, on stage and the big

Inspired by the masterful work "The Planets" by Gustav Holst, this original piece pays homage to the dramatic first movement. Using only six notes in all instruments, the music has the powerfully

The dragon dance is a traditional event in Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations. This flex version is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments - wind,

Let all of the sections take center stage - especially the low brass - with this fun tune for beginning band. Players and concertgoers will be tapping their toes to the simple rock groove as well as the

Take your audience on a forbidden tour of a former grand house that now sits in darkness. Anxious articulations, daunting dynamics, and spine-chilling sound effects will have everyone on the edge of their

Dark and sinister are not words normally associated with music for beginning bands. However, this well-written Paul Lavender original provides powerful and dramatic sounds even at this very easy level. With

Who could imagine a piece with this kind of intensity being accessible to beginning band musicians? Well here it is! Imagine an event so unpredictable, fast-moving, and unstable that it can't be controlled.