Romans 3

This lively and march-like dance celebrates the story of French settlers in Nova Scotia, Canada. All sections of the band have the opportunity to show off their technical skills as well as reinforce

This composition starts with a pulsating, menacing atmosphere. A dark melody takes over in the woodwinds that has an exciting feel to it. You will unlock achievements such as dynamics, 16th-note runs,

With easy syncopation, a singable melody, and optional vocal part, this is a song everyone will enjoy. Based on Siyahamba, this piece has a pleasant, happy sound.

The title says it all in this spirited, hard-driving piece for young bands. A repeated eighth-note pattern maintains a strong pulse while syncopated rhythms add a thrilling musical element. The percussion

A very nice concert work for young players, fun to perform and fun to listen to. The music is easy and requires very little independence that will build confidence and pride. Also good for

As with many of the compositions of Andrew Poor, the melody is beautiful with gorgeous harmonies. It is a medium tempo of the quarter note set at 80 beats per minute. It will be loved by your audience. The

A moving and lyrical work with a beautiful melody written in memory of a life taken too soon. Comfortable ranges and rhythms allow young musicians to focus on the many musical opportunities for expression,

The colorful and steady pulse of percussion introduces this dynamic work with imaginative sounds that create images of armor-clad knights riding past on powerful steeds. As the piece unfolds, the winds

A moderately slow and very moving composition. It builds to a big, full climax, then eases back down to a soft and beautiful ending. Lyrical!

This medley combines two songs, The Shepherd from China and Sakura from Japan. Your students will enjoy this insight into the music of East Asian cultures. The rhythms, melodies, and

The Michigan City Lighthouse is an important landmark and the only lighthouse in Indiana. It is a beacon of light for the city and represents the vibrant people of the town. The first trumpet's highest note

A stately melody fueled by dotted eighth- and sixteenth-note rhythms and crisp articulations drives this regal and optimistic original work. Great supportive percussion writing adds great character to the

The composition opens with the flutes playing the haunting opening chant theme in the style of the Medieval and Renaissance eras. After the full ensemble boldly joins in, the theme accelerates into an

Here's a nice simple piece for beginning band that can be used as a warm-up, in performance, or both!

Beautiful, lush harmonies abound in this expressive work that depicts the mood of the poem Persephone and Hades by Robert C. Covel.

Get ready to give your percussion section the spotlight in this fun and lighthearted work. Playful themes and march-like scoring paint the picture of all the parts of a machine working together. Watch out

A very exciting composition with meter changes, but staying with the quarter note being the constant measure for the beat.