This popular unaccompanied original displays the composer's talent for contemporary writing.

Clarinet solo with traditional string quartet. Recital selection for the accomplished ensemble. Andante con moto throughout. An early work of enigmatic beauty from Walter Hartley.

Claude Smith composed this Rhapsody in 1971 for Warren Covington, an accomplished trombonist and leader of the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra from 1958-1961.  It represents a remarkably creative and

Published for the first time in 2016, this is a mature Claude Smith work for the capable ensemble, scored for 12-part brass choir and full percussion. It displays a mastery of musical timbres and

This brilliant, Latin-flavored solo is one of two that Claude Smith composed for trumpet virtuoso "Doc" Severinsen. The work calls for exceptional technical skill, range and intensity. By contrast, subtle

This challenging, dramatic work appeared relatively early among the concert band projects of Walter Hartley. It is filled with Hartley's unique approach to mid-20th-century serial composition at a

One of the most thrilling movements in the symphonic repertoire, this finale from Mendelssohn's "Italian" Symphony is a virtuosic showpiece for every section of the ensemble. The sustained presto

A work of great emotion and substance dedicated to Emory Remington and his students.  A recital centerpiece for the serious trombonist.

Scored for trombone with oboe, two clarinets and bassoon.  A slow, heavy introduction moves into a furious, inventive work.

A significant work among those of the 20th century. Composed in 1952. Three movements. A newly engraved solo part with a facsimile of the composer score is included in this fine performing edition.

A newly engraved performer's edition of this impressive work that includes a facsimile of the original score for the pianist.  A recital centerpiece for the artist and virtuoso.

Composed in 1950, this is a new edition of a landmark work from the young Walter Hartley. It represents a significant accomplishment in the 20th-century repertoire for string

For flute, oboe, Bb clarinet, alto saxophone and trombone. Prelude; Scherzo; Pastorale and Finale.

With the opening of the Iron Curtain, a wealth of previously unknown symphonic band material was discovered, and this amazing work stands out as a masterpiece. At 14 minutes long, this four-movement

A work in three brief movements that stands as a fine example of the mid-20th-century compositional style. Advanced tonal idioms and harmonic colors in a very succinct, accessible duo. Prelude, Gavotte

Composed for the American Arts Trio in 1960. A compositional and artistic tour de force in four movements: Allegro alla Marcia; Vivace; Lento and Presto.

Traditional instrumentation includes violin, viola and cello. Newly engraved edition of a massive work that helped to establish Walter Hartley as a prominent voice among his 20th-century peers.

This dazzling solo work was written to display the virtuosic talent of Rich Matteson, perhaps the most uniquely gifted performer on baritone from the 1950s through the 1980s.  Fusing elements of