Hatsuhi is the first dawn of the new year; it is an honored Japanese tradition to rise early to witness the sunrise. The vivid imagery is brought to life through creative percussion writing at a

Rodgit (soft G when pronouncing as in Roger) was a wonderful cat and special family member to Joseph Earp. His name was made up by his son, Jackson. PURR-snickety was written in memory of Rodgit

It's time to recover from the chaos of Christmas by bringing the mood back to "merry" with this energetic holiday work for band. Santa and his elves have gone from the high stress of getting all the toys in

This energetic work is wildly infectious. A light and lively musical statement inspired by the Sandhill Cranes of Monte Vista, Colorado, is sure to make all want to dance. The tubas and low woodwinds will

This programmatic composition, inspired by ghost stories, musically tells the story of a missing 19th-century woman who is searched for every night by villagers. Using exposed instrumental lines, a

Claude T. Smith expanded upon the popular Advent and Christmas hymn, adding deeper musical interest to this already timeless classic. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as

Beautifully written to ensure success with younger ensembles, this composition is wonderfully developed with captivating rhythmic themes and dynamics. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform

The original version of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith's most-performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The

"Danza sonora" means "robust and pleasant-sounding dance." South American rhythms and melodies are the inspiration behind this exciting work originally written for concert band. This flexible arrangement

Festive and lively, Claude T. Smith's masterful Spanish march is available here in this flexible arrangement that allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians, providing accessibility

Rescored to be played by as few as 13 musicians, this classic work opens with a velvet chorale played by the brass and enlarged upon by adding the woodwinds accompanied by the subtle rhythms of the