Simple, elegant and timeless, Abide with Me was written in 1847. This beautiful arrangement allows each section the opportunity to perform melodically and experience lyrical phrasing.
A classic American march perfect for any concert. Limited ranges and technical demands make this a great march for middle school and smaller, less experienced high school bands. The first half features
Need a little break from the usual major and minor tonalities? Try Anatolian Highlands, written in the phrygian mode! In classical antiquity, Phrygia was a kingdom in the highlands of west central
Inspired by the Persian conquest of ancient Egypt, this musical glimpse into history opens with a quiet statement depicting the tranquility of a civilization at peace. The atmosphere then shifts quickly,
Don't miss this lyrical selection of haunting beauty, with a sophistication that is very rare at this grade level! And Spring Had Just Begun offers a potpourri of varied harmonies and textures
Everybody loves a patriotic march, and this traditional-style march provides a very playable and musically rewarding program selection. Written with limited ranges and limited difficulty but with maximum
A beautiful and memorable melody is first introduced by the violins and gradually grows amid changing textures and harmonies, ultimately leading to a soaring and dramatic climax. The music then ends as it
Bands at all levels now have an opportunity to show their sensitive side. Memorable themes, carefully balanced with very playable phrasing and doublings, make an expressive performance possible for bands
This fresh-sounding work will harness the seemingly unending energy and intensity of your young musicians. An explosion of sound starts the action, leading to a contrasting and memorable melodic theme.
This popular children's song is a standard in elementary general music curriculum and is presented here in a creative theme-and-variation setting that passes the melody in various styles throughout all of
Written in a traditional form and style, this original march is suitable for concert and festival performance as well as patriotic and ceremonial events. The chimes are featured throughout as they interact
Bold and ferocious, this piece will get your adrenaline running and keep audiences at the edge of their seats. The dramatic opening sets up subtle passages in the woodwinds while the percussion section
A fine original patriotic march that brings this great American tradition to the young concert band. Fun and accessible!
Blast off! Open your elementary band concert with an adventure to the stars with this original work full of strong themes and exciting rhythms. Young players will reinforce ties, accents, staccato, and
This rousing, adventurous work for young bands presents both fanfare and theme independently before combining the two at the exhilarating conclusion. There are sections of both intense and lyrical playing,
We all know and love the wonderful characters from the classic cartoons of yesteryear. This clever reincarnation of music from those classics opens with Brahms' Hungarian Dance No.5 as we imagine
An exciting piece to prepare with your students and a powerful performance composition for your audiences. A dramatic fanfare opens and features a gracious and flowing melody that builds in power and
Lighthearted and fun, this work serves as a humorous scherzo that will lighten your concert program. Individual sections of the band are featured as they interject dissonant and dynamic effects in an
Right from the start, the captivating sounds of percussion and powerful chords lay the groundwork for an exciting and energetic work that is sure to inspire. Each instrument has been scored with special
The perfect reflective moment for your holiday concert is based on the traditional melody Dona Nobis Pacem. After a fully scored introduction, the theme is presented as a canon; then the work
An enthusiastic and energetic work which will challenge and inspire young musicians. All performers can really dig into the aggressive minor theme, while the violas and cellos will shine in the contrasting
Invite your band to experience the wistful wonder of a ride on a sled with this delightful piece. Recount the exhilaration of every child's first ride down a snowy hill, from the plodding climb up to the
This creative and festive arrangement based on the traditional carol is perfect for your next holiday concert. The contrasting middle section utilizes the festive Carol of the Bells in
A truly special piece that sounds harder than it really is. The rhythmic drive of the piece is just one of the many magical ingredients that will truly excite your students. Solid scoring, syncopated themes