Concert Openers for Concert Band

There is no better model of coming together in unity "as one" than being part of a musical ensemble. This delightful concert overture features optional solos that join together, uniting the full ensemble.

Take to the skies! This exhuberant concert opener combines exciting rhythms, tasteful percussion, and a keen sense of motivic development to create a work that sparkles. Bursting with a sense of joy and

This triumphant fanfare comes out of the gate swinging! Full of infectious woodwind licks and brass sections in a compact two-minute package, this one has it all. Perfect as a concert opener or a fiery

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

With a heroic fanfare-like main theme and a dreamy secondary theme, this excellent concert opener is the perfect way to make an opening statement. The low brass will love showing off some power while the

Axé (pronounced ah-SHAY) is a word from the Yoruba language of West Africa that refers to the power, energy, or force present in each being and in everything. In Brazil, the term designates a genre

Show off the scope and range of your young concert band with this exciting and engaging work. Wonderful contrast of bold and lyrical themes, a complete range of dynamics and articulations, great melodic

An enthusiastic fanfare that will begin your concert in an impressive manner. Designed for middle school students, it provides more complex rhythms and harmonies, all within the technical

Waves of sound and rhythmic energy are transferred to you and your audiences in this electrifying original work. Right from the first measure, this piece will power on and power you up. Syncopated figures

This exuberant concert work provides a thrilling way to open or close any performance in a grand manner. Cleverly written, this original piece includes melodic fragments of The Star-Spangled Banner

Full sounds and strong melodies, big impacts, and the perfect balance of level-appropriate dynamics and articulations make this an outstanding and intense concert opener, all while using just the first six

Open your program on a strong note with this brilliantly scored piece. With lively melodies, a touch of jazz harmonies, gorgeous counterlines, a beautiful setting of Be Thou My Vision and a

This thoughtful piece is a reflection on the past and hope for a prosperous future. It has just the right amount of drama and excitement to make it a perfect addition to your festival repertoire. Soaring

Sail the high seas in this exciting work for beginning band! Written to sound much more mature than a beginning work, this exciting adventure in 3/4 time only uses seven different rhythms and a six-note

Looking for the perfect winter piece for your young musicians? Look no further than this thrilling work. Illustrating the raw power of winter storms, it uses minor harmonies, driving rhythms, and aggressive

Uplifting and bursting with energy, this wonderful work combines driving motives, catchy rhythms, accessible ranges, and a pops-inspired feel to celebrate the moments when we can all find joy in our lives.

Who says your beginning band can't sound like a mature ensemble at their first concert performance? This original work does an amazing job utilizing texture, melody, counterpoint, dynamics, articulation,

Imagine traveling at breakneck speed! This high-wire work for developing bands is an intense ride from start to finish. Easy eighth-note patterns create an anchor point while clever use of percussion

This exciting opener or closer, easily accessible to most high school or community bands, is named for Bull City, Durham, North Carolina. Played with a steady tempo that features moving low brass lines

This one is a real barn burner! This original contemporary and high powered overture will introduce your group in grand style. You can be sure it will draw both attention and acclaim from

A fast-paced, white-knuckled musical thrill ride for accomplished bands. Continuously propelled forward by driving rhythms and challenging ensemble passages, the music darts and soars like a high-speed

This composition offers young band students with limited experience a fun and energetic concert opener. A series of repeated eighth notes with familiar accent patterns energize the work while plentiful