Lighter Selections for Concert Band

A must for any beginning concert program! Projecting high energy, rock-based percussion is emphasized by articulation with staccato and accents in the instrumental parts. Though written in four flats,

It's never too cold outside to play an exciting rock tune in the band room! This fun piece features very easy rhythms, interesting parts for every section, and plenty to keep the percussion busy. 

Light and bouncy, this work will give your percussion section a place in the spotlight as they experiment with creating different sounds and colors. The entire ensemble has some nice playable rhythms to

Designed to be playable after only a few lessons, this swingin' number provides beginners the opportunity to improvise over a simple twelve bar traditional blues progression. An easy piece that will be

Experience sheer bluesy delight with this skillfully crafted arrangement of The Blue Danube waltz. This modern New Orleans take on an old Viennese classic will instantly connect with your

Here's a very easy novelty number that captures the fun and goofiness of bobblehead dolls. With clever visual and vocal effects, plus some percussion feature spots, this is sure to be enjoyed by players and

This charismatic new work for beginning band is accessible to the youngest of players. Using a few well-placed accents and driving bass lines, this piece captures all of the drama of a fiery tango while

This dynamic rock original is just what you need to shake things up and break out of the daily doldrums. It features a driving bass line, expanded percussion, and exciting themes. Each section of the

Capture the carefree feel of playing on a Caribbean beach with this fun and accessible piece. All instruments take a turn playing the infectious syncopated melodies which are supported with rhythmic

The Latin style is excellent material for the teaching of rhythmic precision and counting. A variety of percussion sounds enhance this clever work that will cause you to never think of your pet

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

Don't tell your students that this fun piece is also educational! Teaching chromatic fingerings has never been so much fun or so easy. This is the perfect balance between solid literature, teaching points,

Delightful and lilting waltz melodies have always been popular, and now the waltz style just became a lot more fun! The startling sounds of metallic clank and clatter that accompany this traditional-style

Here is a novelty piece that will lighten the mood. Sometimes it's best not to take ourselves too seriously and program some music that is just pure fun, and this piece does just that. A delight to perform