Concert and Contest Band Music

Opening with alarms warning of imminent peril, this energetic work takes our ears through tight corridors and passageways leading to a spaceship escape pod. An extremely accessible multimeter work with the

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 clever work offers some extraordinary colors as a spy attempts to infiltrate enemy defenses. From the sneaky beginning melody to the loud and raucous rips that follow later on, this is an incredible

While many often underestimate the extensive colors, harmonies, and emotional ranges available to younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work sets out to explore these very qualities and more. While

Premiered at the 2023 Midwest Clinic and featured at various 2024 state MEA conferences, this authentic Afro-Cuban work weaves gorgeous melodies into a carefully written rhythmic tapestry that makes it

Long revered as a master composer, the works of Gustav Holst transcribe wonderfully for the concert band. This flex arrangement contains the themes from Venus, the Bringer of Peace; Mars, the Bringer of

Lucid dreamers drift off to sleep and wake up in a dream where they can fly at will. A slow, enchanting opening gives way to an energetic theme with an engaging rhythmic pulse as the dreamer takes to the

Experience a New Orleans vibe with this exciting, parade-inspired crowd pleaser! The lively work is based on an infectious rhythmic groove and spirited melody. Elements of jazz as well as a strong reference

Featuring modal harmony, this piece opens with an ominous theme depicting a knight's march to a foreboding castle, then transitions into an intense battle scene with the dragon before concluding with the

The immensely popular concert band work is presented here in a flexible format that departs from the normal flex setting to preserve the musicality of the original. 

This perfect concert opener can lend its jubilant air to any celebration or observance in which your band plays a part. Hopeful and triumphant, this brief fanfare in flex format is written well within the

This ballad is a perfect piece to stretch and showcase your ensemble's musicianship. Written as a dedication to the composer's wife, this work will speak to audiences and musicians alike. Expertly scored to

Now available in a flexible format, this dramatic piece for beginning band portrays the Norse god Thor and his mighty hammer. This piece is accessible to students in the second half of their first year of

This reverent and harmony-rich setting uses a theme from Joachim Neander to full effect. A wealth of musical opportunities for your ensemble and wonderful moments for your audience. 

Make your middle school or high school band sound like a Hollywood studio orchestra! This high-octane thriller uses great harmonic tension, driving rhythms, and intense percussion to create a musical thrill

Atomic clocks are the most accurate clocks in the world. This exciting piece, now available in flex format, challenges students to be the most accurate performers by maintaining a steady pulse. Using only

Take your audience on a trip down the Pacific Coast Highway with this infectious work. Beginning with a subdued energy, the work quickly explodes into a flurry of grooves and textures that will make

This powerful work pays tribute to the many battles fought between Native Americans and colonial and United States forces. The piece moves between Native American-influenced themes and Western harmonies

This beloved hymn is available here in a unique arrangement in 3/4 for beginning band. The piece is constructed in a quasi-theme-and-variation form allowing for each section exploration of the material.

Written for beginning band, this energetic work in C minor uses the first six notes of the B-flat scale and simple driving rhythms to create a powerful melody that is catchy and memorable. Plenty of simple

Embark on a rhythmic expedition with this captivating piece skillfully crafted for developing bands. Introducing students to 6/8 time through an exciting pirate-themed adventure, the lively percussive

An exhilarating piece for the young developing band! This piece features driving rhythms, and soaring melodies that take young musicians on an elevated journey through the sky. Using just the first six