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This sparkling work draws on Smith's many creative reserves at the peak of his compositional stride. The work is a deep well of noble melodic themes, inventive scoring, coloristic passages, and a kind of

This wonderfully spirited march pays homage to the state of Missouri and its namesake river by using the melody of Shenandoah, also known as Across the Wide Missouri, throughout the march.

A dramatic and beautiful setting of the well-known hymn, this flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as 13 musicians, providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous

Commissioned in memory of a renowned music educator, Concert Dance and Intermezzo has appeared on many state required lists over the years. The signature use of mixed meter is evident throughout,

Opening with a legato tempo featuring colors of the band, the piece develops with a short statement by horn and flute, which precede the rhythmic section. The use of the 7/8 bar is especially effective with

Dark Eyes is a Russian Folk Song. This arrangement featuring Solo Clarinet with Concert Band includes a short cadenza and a slow highly embellished melodic section which is followed by a jazzy

Beginning slowly, the opening section establishes a five-note motive which is followed by a driving allegro that puts the original motive through a series of variations. This flexible arrangement allows

Dynamic yet delicate might be used to describe this fine work. A solidly scored allegro opens the piece and is followed by a moving andante section. After a repeat of the opening section, the composition

This classic arrangement centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol Angels We Have Heard on High. Perfect as an opener, closer, or encore piece for a winter concert, this

Based on a masterful setting of this timeless classic with many solo opportunities and melodic interest throughout all the sections of the band, this flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the

Showcase the technical skills of your woodwinds and the power and beauty of the brass section with this award-winning composition based on the Delta Omicron Keynote, a charming piece from the

Written for the Chillicothe, MO High School, where Claude taught for several years, this perky march typifies the positive attitude always abounding in Claude Smith. A joy to play and a joy to listen

A celebratory concert fanfare that encapsulates the excitement of a major accomplishment or event. In true fanfare style, the piece showcases the brass with brilliant rhythmic motifs and driving woodwind