Concert and Contest Band Music

The light and lively melodic quality of the opening reflects an unquenchable spirit and constant energy that is evident throughout this sweeping work. A quiet and serene middle section provides a lyric,

Each of the five movements of this innovative work is designed to invoke a particular type of emotion associated with leadership. Courage is stately in nature and played in a ... view details

A melodic, energetic, and engaging work that players and audiences will love. Your young musicians will be so caught up in the soaring themes and sold scoring and percussion that they won't even realize

A kingfisher is a bird with beautiful, brilliantly colored feathers that look in sunlight as if they are on fire. Kingfishers are extremely shy birds and are rarely seen, but when they are seen, they are

A high-energy piece for young bands that musicians will be proud to perform. The opening section actively builds into a nice climax using the distinct thematic material, driving forward with playful

Bold and intense, this is truly great music for young bands. From the emphatic sounds of the introduction you can tell this is not an average work. The melodic lines are relentless as they are stated by the

Bold and triumphant, this spirited selection conveys a sense of purpose from start to finish. The brilliant opening section consists of strong musical statements that lead to a contrasting and reverent

This exciting programmatic work paints a picture of a fantastical desert crossing in three contrasting sections: a caravan crossing the desert; a visit to a palace in a mystical oasis; and the caravan

Warm tropical breezes and the mesmerizing sound of the surf will all come to mind when you hear the evocative sounds of this Latin-style piece, vibrant yet at the same time relaxing. Playable and very

Three delightfully contrasting Spanish melodies are combined in this colorful presentation that's perfect for concerts or contests. The revered Asturais by Albanez, the lively Spanish

This fresh-sounding work will harness the seemingly unending energy and intensity of your young musicians. An explosion of sound starts the action, leading to a contrasting and memorable melodic theme.

The music is a deliberate attempt to write a chorale - something simple, beautiful and familiar. The deceptive simplicity of Robert Frost's poen seems to coincide with this music, particularly the

The term "maverick" describes someone who is fiercely independent and is an apt title for this rollicking musical jaunt. This descriptive work for band uses an energetic blend of dramatic playfulness along

Composed in a rich authentic Cuban style, this is undoubtedly the most famous of works by Ernesto Lecuona. Originally a movement from a piano suite, it has appeared in numerous forms from popular song to

Featuring the concert band's brass section and an offstage trumpet ensemble, this contemporary work draws its inspiration from the mutation of sound and its transmission throughout the ensemble and

UIL Band Sight Reading Level 5 - 2012

UIL Band Sight Reading Level 5 - 2013

Originally composed to introduce the various instruments of the orchestra, this set of variations by Benjamin Britten is based on a melody by Henry Purcell. In this setting for wind band, the opening theme

"Skulduggery" means underhanded, unscrupulous behavior or trickery, and that's exactly what this piece expresses musically. It contains musical twists and turns that will be intriguing for performers and