Like a River

Flowing lyricism opens this setting of Peace Like a River for concert band that unfolds through several distinct styles. The lush passages give way to a New Orleans‑style jazz march with featured clarinet, trumpet, and trombone solos, then evolve again into full big‑band swing. Frequent key changes and stylistic shifts demand mature listening and control. A thoughtful high school selection for ensembles ready to explore stylistic transformation while maintaining expressive depth across a single, unifying theme.