A uniquely lyrical and moving work, especially for this grade level. Sweet, simple melodies and countermelodies combine to create a contemplative and sensitive work, while ranges and rhythms are kept
Kick off your elementary band's concert with this spirited work that features a bright melody, staccato articulations, great dynamics, engaging parts, and a wonderful percussion feature. Your students and
A wide variety of percussion including brake drum along with pulsing rhythms, minor melodies, heavy accents, and big dynamic contrasts put your young concert band in the middle of the blacksmith's workshop.
Based on the hymn The Doxology written in 1674, this lyrical and sensitive arrangement for beginning band provides multiple teaching opportunities in a rich musical setting. The first melodic
A fun, fresh, and intense work built around a minor blues progression. All sections get significant thematic material including a great percussion break - and also get to reinforce elements of dynamics and
Looking for a piece to feature an advanced soloist with your young band? Look no further, because Dormez Vous? Not You! is the perfect choice! The solo part can be performed by any instrument,
A joyous and authoritative opening statement for beginning bands. Opening with a flourish of woodwinds and metallic percussion, the brass section follows with a musical fanfare, resplendent in confidence
Stately, regal and dignified, this march begins softly, gradually growing as the music develops, creating the feeling of a courtly procession. The ranges are limited but this exceptional march will make
Starting with a bold and captivating fanfare, this musical journey sets out with a strong rhythmic foundation introduced in the percussion section. As with any trip, a few musical surprises occur that are
An exciting piece to prepare with your students and a powerful performance composition for your audiences. A dramatic fanfare opens and features a gracious and flowing melody that builds in power and
While only using notes from the B-flat concert scale, this impressive concert or festival piece is filled with musicality not usually found at this level. The contrasts between gentle lyrical passages and
A truly special piece that sounds harder than it really is. The rhythmic drive of the piece is just one of the many magical ingredients that will truly excite your students. Solid scoring, syncopated themes