Multicultural Concert Band Music

This authentic work captures the spirit of Chinese music beautifully with the use of a pentatonic scale, a synthesized mandolin, and solos for flute and piccolo. Brave Spirit begins with a

A stunning setting of three traditional Japanese songs are seamlessly interwoven in this robust arrangement. The title refers to the code of ethics embraced by Samurai warriors for centuries. These

This medley of Persian folk songs uses Clair Fairchild's Twelve Persian Folk Songs as its basis. Fairchild took care to preserve their authenticity by limiting all Western harmony, and as

Written in the style of a Roma gypsy dance, this is fast, energetic, and daring. Students will love playing the exotic style and audiences will love hearing the infectious melodies. Directors will also find

When the percussion scoring calls for timbales, congas, bongos, guiro, and samba whistle, you know it's going to be a party! Get the audience and musicians moving and grooving while teaching samba rhythms.

A further exploration and study of the dance styles at the heart of the larger work Caribana, this work brings soca and calypso music within reach of younger musicians as well as musicians just

This Irish folksong, named after the town of Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland, is beautiful, nostalgic and lush. This intimate arrangement with ample cross-cueing is an excellent tool to teach phrasing and

Continuing the popular series of Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second-year players opens with the tender Irish ballad Ned of the Hill. The dance segment that follows

The beginning and ending sections of this piece were based on a folk song that is commonly referred to as Cherokee Morning Song. This expressive piece is beautiful, lush and reverent to the

Based on the spiritual Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, this lyrical piece is a reflection on the commemoration of Juneteenth. Opening with a moving solo that can be played by any instrument, it is

A lively piece depicting a traditional dance from Spain, this is a great way to introduce this style to younger players with its varied articulations and traditional Spanish instruments such as castanets. A

You will find this piece intriguing as it explores the musically rich traditions of Cuba. This habanera will provide many opportunities for your percussionists as well as great space for solo players.

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,

This work celebrates the struggle of the people of Rwanda to overcome tremendous forces of evil, using the Rwanda National Anthem that was adopted in 2001. 

A suite of Scottish folk songs, this work has the beautiful and memorable melodies that make a concert something special. Rich, too, in historical relevance, the arrangement offers concert band musicians