Patriotic Concert Band Music

Here's a patriotic little march in a straight-ahead style that is sure to appeal to your beginning band. It is flexible in five parts, and the patriotic feeling is enhanced by a few phrases of the national

A spirited tribute to the heritage of the United States Air Force. The main theme is a variation of The U.S. Air Force Song (Off We Go...), with a secondary theme based on "A Toast to the Host,"

Conceived as a fanfare to precede the presentation of The Star-Spangled Banner, this work can be presented in three different ways: (1) as a concert selection, (2) as a narrated work describing the

This moving concert work was inspired by a 150th anniversary performance of Taps in which 150 buglers were positioned throughout the grounds of Arlington National Cemetery. Emotional and

This popular American Revolutionary War anthem is given special treatment in this setting for beginning band. A march-like introduction begins, followed by an antiphonal statement of the main theme. This

This great event in our nation's history forged through fire the future of our country. Using popular songs from the Civil War era, we see a musical portrait of that time; tuneful and playable. An important

This tuneful medley commemorates World War I with four songs that were popular and widely performed during that historic era. It opens with the well-known Over There,

A moving musical tribute that will enhance any concert or festival performance. Beginning with the solemn sounds of snare drum, this wonderfully written piece honors the memory of the sailors of the U.S.S.

Fans and march enthusiasts will be overjoyed with this wonderfully stylish, rediscovered march.  It gives a glimpse of the young, aspiring composer and reflects the early years of his career. At the

In 1960, the U.S. Navy Band on the way to play a reception for then-President Dwight D. Eisenhower was involved in a mid-air plane collision over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This work, based on John B. Dyke's

This solemn and reverent arrangement was written for the ceremonies commemorating the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Beginning and ending with the tolling of a chime or ship's bell, this

This massive work epitomizes the style of Claude T. Smith. It is listed on most major state repertoire lists. It is a deeply felt, sonorous treatment of a beloved melody that is suitable for

The sweeping landscapes and sounds of American classical music serve as the inspiration for this bold fanfare. Paying homage to Aaron Copland, this work balances careful scoring with quartal harmony and

This concert band arrangement on NATIONAL HYMN, also known as "God of Our Fathers" with music composed by George Warren, builds on Warren's trumpeting introduction and following majestic hymn tune. It is

Flight is the official march of the Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC. It was commissioned by the Air Force Band in 1984 and premiered by them in November of that year. Their recording

A wonderful patriotic medley that features America as well as the songs from all the branches of the armed forces played both separately and simultaneously. Creative use of shifting tonal centers

A fine original patriotic march that brings this great American tradition to the young concert band. Fun and accessible!