The first snowflakes falling outside! There is no greater distraction for students. Perfect for first-year students' winter concert, the flexible instrumentation scoring allows each string instrument the
This powerful work brings a sense of strength and a true flair for the dramatic. Bold brass fanfares, crisp percussion, flowing woodwind lines, and strong tutti sections come together to create a piece that
Composed for young musicians in their first years of learning, this is a musical salute to the many pioneers who ventured west in search of gold and good fortune. The spirited music reflects the
Commissioned by Franklin & Marshall College, this piece captures a sense of sheer joy, festivity, and celebration.
Not to be confused with addictions to drugs, alcohol or other negative vices, this show concept will explore several broad aspects of any addiction. The program will portray moments of yearning and
This show was originally themed in an abandoned theater. Performers came to life out of the set, remembered their love of performing, and transformed the theater for opening night in the modern era of
A loving tribute and celebration in memory of a well-loved, respected, and successful music teacher. Meant to be a celebration of her life, it opens in a joyous manner, recalling the many happy memories she
Melodies of hope and optimism are brought to life by strong quarter-note statements, legato eighth-note lines, and strong percussion. A variety of dynamics and meters are explored as well as dotted and
East Tennessee is geographically located near the southern end of the Appalachian Mountains. Growing up on a farm overlooking the "Appalachian Valley" at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, my backyard
Arctic Landscapes was inspired by the vast expansive landscapes of the arctic as well as the blustering cold winds. The piece begins mysteriously and quietly before a sudden tempo change that
Starting softly, the stately music carries an air of determination in anticipation of impending flight. Soon the tempo quickens, more sections join in and then... liftoff! As the triumphant music settles
Institutions for the insane have long been the backdrop of suspense, horror and supernatural fiction. Corridors of padded rooms, dark basements and barred windows prey on some of our deepest phobias. The
The beautiful light and colors of sunset are the inspiration for this piece. Just as sunsets can paint the most vivid hues of orange and yellow, the careful scoring and textures create varied and appealing
This work, scored for flexible instrumentation, starts with the melody on flute followed by layering in of the players. The piece climaxes with a brilliant key shift, then winds down to a sensitive and
Ave Maria has been set to music numerous times, the most famous and often played are written by Franz Biebl and Franz Shubert. Both of these versions feature singing of the prayer’s text in
One of the most famous civilizations of the ancient world is portrayed in this dynamic show about the legendary Middle East. Famous elements of this lost world are explored throughout, and the show
Bailed De Tarde Feliz was composed with young musicians in mind, with a thought toward teaching Latin and jazz rhythms. It salutes the happiness and joy of the Samba and the love of movement
This show will take your audience on a journey through parts of The Bells, a poem by Edgar Allen Poe. Brilliant scoring of metallic colors match each of the silver, gold and iron bells movements.
Blizzard! was inspired by cold, winter storms that bring along white-out snow and blustering winds. The slower beginning section represents the storm slowly blowing in, cold, icy clouds dragging
Blueprint builds a structure for your audience's eyes and ears. Various motifs add onto themselves as a building grows from the ground up. There are numerous opportunities for props and floor