Concert and Contest Band Music

While many often underestimate the extensive colors, harmonies, and emotional ranges available to younger ensembles, this stunning lyrical work sets out to explore those very qualities. While playable by

This mature work for young ensembles is a meditation on the lives of those who live with mental health conditions. At times melancholy, terrifying, triumphant, and confused, this work was carefully tailored

The beautiful elements of spring are illustrated in this remarkable work for young band. Only six pitches are used for each instrument, but beautiful harmonies and colorful orchestration are achieved to

The quiet introduction to this beloved melody blossoms into a beautiful flower of a piece. Modern harmonies combine with some original material as the piece masterfully weaves through the lush imagery of

Mallet percussion, percussion effects, and snapping from the wind players create the sound of a gentle rain as beautiful chords and melodies swell and recede from the wind consort. Written to be accessible

Another chapter in the "unBroken Project" by Randall Standridge, this stirring work confronts the emotional toll that bullying takes on individuals. Borrowing themes and melodies from his work

Lush with a beautiful simplicity best describes this touching original ballad. It's important that students play sensitive and melodic music like this in order to improve their expressive playing and

The mysterious vastness of space is illustrated in this colorful work for young band. Lyrical melodies, unique harmonic flavors, and colorful orchestration are carefully balanced with achievability to

The peaceful melodies of this beautiful lyrical work are an ideal way to showcase the musicality of your developing ensemble. Extremely modest ranges allow directors to focus on line, tone and musical

This loving and dreamlike work captures the undulating rhythm of a mother rocking her child to sleep. The piece was inspired by the classic Rudyard Kipling poem White Seal. Magical!

This beautiful chorale setting of Jesus Loves Me has become a young band classic and is a favorite for concert band programming. The soothing harmonies provided by this master band composer enhance

"Nostalgia" refers to a sentimental longing or wistful recollection of the past, typically for a time or place associated with happy memories. This composition incorporates two melodic themes that combine