Concert and Contest Band Music

This most playable bravura overture opens with a resounding melodic statement that is featured throughout the piece. After the strong and majestic opening, the percussion introduces the hypnotic rhythm

Beginning with a beautiful chorale and developing into an exciting dance, this is a perfect work to showcase the scope of your band's capabilities. An excellent selection for any occasion.

A stirring chorale prelude in Smith's grandiose style that even offers optional audience participation. Great fanfares help to make this a real crowd pleaser!

The original publication of this work established Claude T. Smith's use of the 7/8-time meter as his signature rhythmic device for instrumental ensembles. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to

This massive work epitomizes the style of Claude T. Smith. It is listed on most major state repertoire lists. It is a deeply felt, sonorous treatment of a beloved melody that is suitable for

Beginning slowly, the opening section establishes a five-note motive which is followed by a driving allegro that puts the original motive through a series of variations. This flexible arrangement allows

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

Opening with a legato tempo featuring colors of the band, the piece develops with a short statement by horn and flute, which precede the rhythmic section. The use of the 7/8 bar is especially effective with

With its pleasing main theme, crisp articulations, wide dynamic range, and contrasting B section, this lovely original work makes an excellent Grade 2 piece that may be used for holiday and non-holiday

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

"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

The third movement of a suite originally scored for concert band, this work is rhythmically engaging from beginning to end as the percussion establishes the rhythmic motives that move and transform

This work highlights a beautiful melodic line filled with lush and occasionally dissonant harmonies. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians

Written to showcase your beginners using only the first six notes of the scale, each instrument is given an important role to play. Perfect for your first concert with beginners.

A great opener for any program, this work is very accessible to most junior high and high school bands. The mixed meter will provide teaching moments as well as a break in the rhythmic flows that students

The influence of Claude T. Smith is heavily present in this piece, a perfect addition to any festival or concert program. Solidly scored to be played by high school and even advanced middle school bands,