Multicultural Concert Band Music

An Oriental atmosphere is created by the floating melodies of this exotic piece. In the opening, a long, sensitive melodic line emerges, supported by Western-style harmonies. Just as a dainty

This exotic original work takes musicians and audiences on a fantastic adventure. Mysterious melodies based on the double harmonic minor scale, ear-grabbing harmonies, and whirlwind tempo changes will sweep

This original composition highlights the Arikara Native American Indian tribe, and integrates music and history into one cohesive learning experience. An intriguing reflection of the music and life of

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

Like the original, this setting for flexible instrumentation keeps the focus on a variety of playing styles. This distinctive multicultural work begins with a quasi-march treatment of The Bamboo

This medley combines two songs, The Shepherd from China and Sakura from Japan. Your students will enjoy this insight into the music of East Asian cultures. The rhythms, melodies, and

Named after Xolotl, the Aztec god of fire and lightning, Mexican salamanders called axolotls have anime-like faces and have appeared in the computer game Minecraft. This work reflects the Mexican origin of

The balalaika is essentially a three-string Russian guitar known for the lively music and haunting ballads it can produce. This work reflects the spirited dance music through original tunes, all with a

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

A stunning setting of three traditional Japanese songs are seamlessly interwoven in this robust arrangement. The title refers to the code of ethics embraced by Samurai warriors for centuries. These

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

Written in the style of a Roma gypsy dance, this is fast, energetic, and daring. Students will love playing the exotic style and audiences will love hearing the infectious melodies. Directors will also find

When the percussion scoring calls for timbales, congas, bongos, guiro, and samba whistle, you know it's going to be a party! Get the audience and musicians moving and grooving while teaching samba rhythms.

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