This is truly exceptional writing for bands at this grade level. Exciting and musically appealing, it's particularly suitable for festival or concert performances, carefully scored and written to bring out
Fire up everyone's imagination with this creative and unique selection. The special effects are easy and effective and will have audiences visualizing spaceships and strange wonderful creatures when
This fast-paced original work utilizes a nice contrast between articulated and legato sections while maintaining the intensity throughout. Your percussion section will be thoroughly engaged. Works great as
Conjure up faint images of ominous, shadowy figures and dark, mysterious rituals with this evocative work. The mystical sounds of the wind instruments are brewed together with ample portions of colorful and
Based on the traditional spiritual Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow, this lively carol combines Appalachian folk style with the joy of the season. Students will learn...
Imagine a dark forest filled with unspeakable danger where a moving shadow could be a stray branch or hidden danger waiting to strike. Heroic fanfares and adventurous melodies combine with galloping
A work of unrelenting energy that will encourage, uplift, and inspire. The enthusiastic spirit is unmistakable in the jubilantly syncopated rhythms and expressive melodies. The music fills the audience with
This beautiful work uses lyrical themes, rich scoring, gentle percussion, and dynamics to paint a picture of quiet reflection of the day that has passed, then builds to a dramatic climax before peacefully
This celebratory piece for young band uses driving percussion and rhythmic ostinatos to create the passionate pursuit of excellence. A resplendent fanfare opens, gaining momentum even through a softer
An exciting selection with Indian flavor! Fireworks are central to the traditional autumn Diwali celebration, the Hindu festival of lights. Featuring approachable rhythms and notes, this...
This high-energy trip through space begins with a nod to the awe-inspiring opening sounds of the famed "Star Trek" theme before blasting off on a dynamic adventure full of biting eighth-note rhythms,
This driving and heroic piece is nonstop action from beginning to end. A bold main theme with pulsating eighth notes and biting rhythms and sharp accents creates a vivid image of heroes called to action.
A clever piece combining the famous Ukrainian Bell Carol with the seminal We Three Kings, this setting infuses some excellent syncopated rhythms into the piece to give it a really nice
All aboard! The percussion section serves as the engineer that drives this fun and festive arrangement of beloved Christmas classics will be a highlight of your next holiday concert. All sections are
This exciting Latin dance for intermediate orchestra features approachable syncopation, catchy rhythms, and low first-finger patterns in every section of the orchestra. The exotic D minor tonality and
This beautiful Irish folk tune is sometimes called the national ballad of Ireland and is one of the best-known and beloved ballads of all time. Carefully written for young band, this charming setting
A salute to the musical culture of the Mississippi Delta region. A soulful opening chorale becomes a high-steppin' hoe-down before transitioning to a slow, bluesy swing, then it closes out with more
Dragons populate the myths and literature of cultures around the world, and this musical work breathes life into these fearsome beasts. Powerful music portrays...