This perennial concert favorite by Tchaikovsky has been expertly arranged for concert band by Robert Longfield. It can stand alone as a grade 3 composition, or it can be performed in a mass band setting by

Long considered "the" original version of this timeless spiritual. The true authenticity of the African-American musical heritage is captured in this Dawson rendition.

Also known as Air Varie, this is a true showcase for an advanced violist. Set in C Major, the four-measure theme wastes no time moving into 14 short variations plus a coda. Solo is grade 5 and

Feature this energetic piece, arranged in D Major, in your next concert. Students will love playing this lively dance music from the first movement of this famous work. It's all in first position except for

An alchemist combines two metals in an attempt to make gold. Composer Andrew Boysen, Jr. combines two disparate musical ideas - a chorale and a rhythmic allegro - creating an exciting new musical element in

This one's a New Orleans-style chart that will have the bayou bouncing! It's an ideal opener and a great way for young jazzers to learn about the groove. The features include flexible instrumentation,

The simple and touching melody of this famous hymn is treated to lush harmonizations and searing emotion. The tune is presented three times, each time becoming more impassioned. Original material between

A perfect piece any time of year to honor the USA and to recognize audience members who currently serve or have served our nation through military service. The piece begins with the familiar My Country

Beginning with flourishes and fanfares, this scenic work is a snapshot of small towns across the country. Though seemingly challenging by initial appearance and sound, all parts lie comfortably on the

Natural beauty and cultural heritage inspire the musical material of this expressive work. Lyrical and rhythmic, it provides a wonderful opportunity to expose the early-intermediate band to lively new

These musical "apples" are a retirement gift for an energetic music teacher with a remarkable 30-year career split between two schools. Minimalist in nature, it uses the number 15 as a generating force, and

Scored for developing band, this bold work allows the band to sound confident as they introduce the main theme. The theme is developed, adding counterlines that easily allow the band to display their

The title refers to a nickname for Mount Washington, the highest peak in the northeastern US where the world's highest wind speed was recorded in 1934. This work paints a vivid portrait depicting a perilous

Music education enables students to achieve great things. This music pays homage to those that strive for perfection in their performances and achieve the highest level of musicality and precision

Baila Conmigo is Spanish meaning "dance with me." This stylish tango includes an optional tambourine part which is accessible for a string player to learn.

Colorful and graceful, this accessible arrangement begins in G major, transitions to G minor, then back to G major. Although Respighi composed the movement from his first suite in 1917, it captures a

One of the most familiar minuets from Bach's pen, this is a great introduction to Baroque music and the stylings of J.S. Bach. A Learning Bank, Johann Sebastian Bach and the Baroque Period, is

American composer Basile Bares (1845-1902) began life as a slave child in New Orleans. He lived and worked for a piano shop owner who gave him opportunities to study music and tune pianos. Bares became

This easy-level funk chart has a great groove and nice lower voice writing that adds to the excitement. Classic funk horn lines combine with a driving rhythmic pulse to create an instant classic. The

Blue and white are the colors of the fraternity Kappa Kappa Psi, who commissioned this celebratory Blue and White Dance. To represent the two colors, composer Andrew Boysen uses two contrasting

Finally, a test that students will look forward to taking! This straight-ahead swinger is ideal for teaching swing rhythm interpretation and improvising on a blues scale. Equally suited to any program,