Concert and Contest Band Music

A salute to the musical culture of the Mississippi Delta region. A soulful opening chorale becomes a high-steppin' hoe-down before transitioning to a slow, bluesy swing, then it closes out with more

Originally a river song among fur traders on the Missouri River, this arrangement of the iconic folk melody recalls the beauty of the Shenandoah Valley - not bathed in golden sunlight, but blanketed by

This tuneful suite features three Canadian folk songs of contrasting style, meter and key. It opens in a light delicate fashion with The False Young Man, followed by the

The Appalachians represented one of America's first frontiers. Based on traditional fiddle tunes, this arrangement combines four folk songs, providing players and the audience with a real toe-tapping treat!

This hauntingly beautiful composition featuring beautiful original and traditional melodies with lush harmonic construction lets performers experience and learn about expressive playing in minor keys. With

Using popular Scottish folk songs such as Scots Wha Hae; Comin' Thro the Rye; Clean Pease Strae and the very recognizable Scotland the Brave, composer Carol Brittin Chambers has crafted a

Add a little Irish cheer to your next holiday! This medley is well scored for developing bands, with all instruments actively engaged. A lovely flute solo will make the perfect showcase for your star

This stunning arrangement of a Gaelic folksong about forbidden love echoes the styles of Grainger, Grieg, and Holst. Every part has attainable challenges that will motivate your students to practice. This

Here's some great fun you can't miss out on. The Arkansas Traveler is one of the most popular and well known of all folk songs, and it's never sounded better than in this knee-slapping setting.

Based on the folk song I Know Where I'm Going, this lush ballad setting is perfect for teaching lyrical playing to younger musicians. The arrangement provides numerous teaching opportunities for

Take a trip to the English countryside in early spring. This arrangement of the traditional English folk song is scored to sound full with minimal preparation time. A nice easy addition to your next concert

Inspired by the music of Scotland, this stellar original opens with a strathspey written in a bold and majestic manner. A brief transition introduces the beautiful Scottish carol Christ Child's

Inspired by the wildly popular New Zealand sailing song Soon May the Wellerman Come, this outstanding work takes us on an epic journey with the captain and the ship's energetic crew. Moments of

This traditional Shaker song is presented with modern harmonies, rhythms, and instrumentation. Using ostinato patterns, long legato lines, and interesting percussion parts, this is a great choice for a

Based on traditional tunes dating back hundreds of years, this masterful rhapsodic setting utilizes a wide variety of styles and moods. Taking the listener on a dramatic and emotional journey, the featured