Beyond the Stars

Using a familiar key as the tonal center, the composer has developed a modal melodic and harmonic construction that makes this piece sounds more difficult than it is.  Scored to be playable by ensembles with limited instrumentation, a single bass line allows flexibility for ensembles with limited low brass and low woodwind sections.  Written for first- and second-year players, audiences will be impressed with how the band is playing such "difficult" music.