Concert and Contest Band Music

Want to thrill your audience with a spirited musical experience? Look no further! The opening burst pulls you them and it never lets them go. This piece will transport listeners to a world of classic

Exciting and dramatic, this work depicts the building of a wicker man and its subsequent burning. With a sinister melody and tarantella-like rhythms, the piece ends with the vivid image of the wicker man

This exotic and cinematic gem is a joyous celebration of life and happiness. Drawing inspiration from the word's meaning in several languages, the music takes listeners on a journey of ups and downs, with

Located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, Fairfax County has quite an interesting story to tell, from colonial times to the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and to its present position as one of the

This high-wire work makes a thrilling addition to any band's repertoire. With its rhythmic intrigue and cool harmonic development, this piece showcases not only your band's technical and rhythmical prowess

This sparkling concert overture opens with a majestic fanfare that leads to the buoyant main theme in 12/8 time. A lyrical contrasting section is as rich in melodic content as it is passion. In a modified

This piece has everything you could ask for – cinematic, exciting, and wonderful orchestrations will keep both musicians and audiences engaged throughout. This one is pure joy!

This heartfelt tribute in memory of a beloved pet is an open door into any pet owner's heart. A lush and soaring work that will inspire musicians and audiences, stretch musicianship, and provide many

Try something new! This hip original work is a fresh departure from the status quo concert band sound. Funky rhythms, hip melodies, and solo figures put this in a league by itself.  

A maritime jaunt is in store for you with this well-scored work for concert band! A wonderful addition to the contest/festival repertoire, this piece offers ecellent opportunities for expressive playing as

This wild ride of a fanfare pulls out all the stops! With great harmonic dissonances, brass flares, and woodwind flourishes, this work takes you on an interstellar journey right up to the most violent and

Inspiring from the outset, this work has all the trappings of a modern fanfare while still being perfectly suited to any concert program. The harmonic and rhythmic choices are infectious and will leave both

Take a skyward journey with this semi-programmatic work depicting the journey of hot air balloons from their hauntingly calm field to their beautiful ascent into the clouds. Wonderful harmonic movements and

Commissioned by the ATSSB All-State band, this workis all about the deep and personal connections we all form as human beings. Uniquely human, it is full of positive emotional peaks as well as gentle

This amazing medley features popular songs of the 1920s. The spirit of optimism is exemplified by upbeat tunes like The Charleston; Ja-Da and Five-Foot Two, Eyes of Blue, while the soulful

Explores a multitude of soundscapes and styles as the lyrical melody to Amazing Grace slowly unfolds in this powerful work. Largely original, the music draws heavily on gospel styles

Unleash the spirit of adventure and embrace the wild beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. Inspired by the legendary Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, this stirring musical journey is a testament to the human

A very heavy and emotional lyrical work offers light and hope after a terrible tragedy using beautiful orchestrations including piano along with lush and at times clashing harmonic language. This beautiful

Close your program with this nonstop energetic barnburner that combines elements of dance, jazz, and Latin grooves! As the title suggests, this one feels like one massive party on rails that is certain to

What is hope? Delve into a music exploration through this expansive concert work. The piece is at times fanfare-like and aggressive, at others uplifting and hopeful with tons of musical drama. Great

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 sophisticated and colorful work commemorates the composer's student teaching experience. Grand orchestrations and celebratory flourishes lead to an emotionally descriptive finish characterizing the end

Travel to the unknown in this exciting work based on a five-note melodic idea that can't quite make up its harmonic mind. Listeners are taken through musical hallucinations, both haunting and breathtaking,

Named for the ridge of the Cascade and Siera Nevada mountain ranges spanning the entire distance from Canada to the Mexican border, this awe-inspiring work depicts the peaks, panoramic views, and the joy of