This is an energetic and rhythmic quintet that is approachable by groups at many levels. A tuneful little piece, it focuses on arpeggios in the melody.
Joyful and playful, this light-hearted title features oboe, clarinet and bassoon as soloists, each section enhanced by a delightful flute obbligato, and like a jester, leaves the audience smiling at the
A lively, yet dignified dance in 6/8 time that flows along seamlessly to the end. The effervescent melody gets passed along from French horn to flute, then clarinet to oboe, while the bassoon lends support
An energetic and stately dance in 3/4 time solidly scored so every part gets plenty of support. A good choice with many teaching opportunities for recital or festival!
A tranquil and peaceful setting in 6/8 time, this composition provides a good learning opportunity to develop listening and musicality throughout the ensemble.
A stately composition in a true march style and format. Articulation markings on the notes are critical to the success of the performance and offer a good teaching opportunity as well.
An opening fanfare, followed by a processional with melodic elements similar to the previous movements of Music for a King's Banquet that moves right along passing the melody between the flute,
Composed in 2/4 time, the melody displays all the lively offbeat accents and sixteenth-note runs characteristic of ragtime music in an achievable setting.
Three vignettes are presented in contrasting styles - Allegretto; Andantino and finishing with a lively Allegro. A great way to introduce students to playing music in a Classical