Multicultural Concert Band Music

Bring some international flavor to your concerts with this collection of Germanic folk tunes from the Alpine region of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Three folk tunes are introduced by a bit

The music of Armenia, with its rich history of folk songs, has a fascinating uniqueness and distinctive flavor. This appealing setting uses five traditional Armenian melodies in a rhapsodic approach. Bold

FREE DOWNLOAD WITH PURCHASE! Looking for interesting ideas for Black History Month for the middle and high school band classroom? This resource contains a number of lesson ideas and

This authentic work captures the spirit of Chinese music beautifully with the use of a pentatonic scale, a synthesized mandolin, and solos for flute and piccolo. Brave Spirit begins with a

This medley of Persian folk songs uses Clair Fairchild's Twelve Persian Folk Songs as its basis. Fairchild took care to preserve their authenticity by limiting all Western harmony, and as

A further exploration and study of the dance styles at the heart of the larger work Caribana, this work brings soca and calypso music within reach of younger musicians as well as musicians just

This Irish folksong, named after the town of Carrickfergus in Northern Ireland, is beautiful, nostalgic and lush. This intimate arrangement with ample cross-cueing is an excellent tool to teach phrasing and

Based on the spiritual Swing Low, Sweet Chariot, this lyrical piece is a reflection on the commemoration of Juneteenth. Opening with a moving solo that can be played by any instrument, it is

Written to celebrate the universal tradition of folk song, this multi-movement suite is based on songs from China, Mexico, and Bulgaria. The piece runs an emotional gamut of nostalgic harmonies in the

This famous Israeli song is an emotional ballad about the deep connection between a son and father, written from the son's perspective. The arrangement starts with a sentimental saxophone solo and gradually

Inspired by the powerful winds of cyclones, this programmatic work provides a fresh and contemporary musical experience. It opens quietly with the calm before the storm, slowly building into a frenzy with

Travel to the Great Lakes region of Africa with the colorful writing of this joyous work. The title translates as "joy" in Swahili and the music captures the festivity of a people who love to

In just under three minutes, this fresh contemporary work takes you on a journey of different musical genres, from soul to hip-hop and up to Middle Eastern pop. This arrangement will make your audience

Two contrasting songs very important in Jewish culture are combined in this sparkling medley for band. Hatkivah (The Hope), is the national anthem of Israel. In a delightful

A catchy and fresh arrangement of a Hebrew dance song with Hasidic and Middle Eastern influences that is part of almost every Jewish celebration's playlist. "It is a big mitzvah to always be happy," is sung

Consisting of three Celtic-infused melodies, Irish features three contrasting sections: a nostalgic and heartfelt ballad, a rollicking and energetic jig, and a quick toe-tapping reel.

Brendan Graham's tender song tells the story of Ireland's Annie Moore, the first person to land at Ellis Island when it opened as an immigration center in 1892. With emotions ranging from hope to fear and

This setting features the folk song Kokiriko Bushi, believed to be the oldest folk song in Japan. Normally it's presented in a serene setting, but here it takes on a new life as an up-tempo,