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Composed by 2012 Pulitzer Prize-winner Kevin Puts, Charm is a short, joyful piece written in the meter 7/8. Of the title, Puts writes, I decided to call it Charm because, for me, the music conjures up...

The cinematic approach to the music of Arctic Fire portrays many different images of the north - the crimson sunlight glinting off the icebergs, the radiance of the Northern Lights, the blaze of the r...

Who knew that vintage hard rock tunes would adapt so well for the concert stage! Sean OLoughlins experience working directly with some of the nations top recording artists gives him a decided edge whe...

Originally created for full orchestra, this version for advanced level bands, and recorded by the acclaimed Dallas Wind Symphony conducted by Jerry Junkin, is a magnificent and powerful setting for th...

Starburst is a rousing overture that explodes with energy and effervescence. The idea of a starburst pattern (something bursting forth from a central source) inspired the composer to create a concert...

The old adage "Red sky at night, sailor's delight; Red sky in the morning, sailor's warning" dates back to the 12th century. The idea that a beautiful crimson sky could be both alluring and threatenin...

Letter from Sado is an exciting new piece for young band based on a Japanese haiku of the same name. Sado refers to Sado Island in Japan in which various artists, religious and military leaders were s...

This expansive overture for band takes the listener and performer on a varied path of moods and styles. The opening portrays the start of a new day, full of wonder and promise. The second section repr...

Ein heroisches und triumphales Werk, das zu Ehren der U.S. Special Forces und des 250. Geburtstags der U.S. Army in Auftrag gegeben wurde. Geburtstag der U.S. Army in Auftrag gegeben wurde. Glorreiche...

Der Begriff "Danceries" findet sich in einem Exemplar von Playford's Dancing Master, einer umfangreichen Sammlung von Volks- und Unterhaltungsliedern aus dem siebzehnten Jahrhundert (und zweifellos au...

The Lost Lady Found' is the final, most conservative setting of Grainger's 'musical wildflowers' masterpiece for band, 'Lincolnshire Posy'. Developing bands can now play an ideal adaptation of this cl...

Originally recorded by Sam and Dave back in the 60s, this R&B classic was revived in a big way by the Blues Brothers. Pauls outstanding easy version is playable even by very young players. The tradema...

With all the pizzazz of Mededith Wilson's memorable production, Paul Jennings brings us an ideal concert closer for your spring concert. A musical delight.

For Brass Band of Old Instruments (or modern brass quintet or sextet) and Concert Band. Arranged by Keith Brion. Grades 4-5.

Grades 4-5

Grades 4-5

In typical Percy Grainger fashion, this melodic work is a great contrast to bolder works. Arranged for Concert Band (Grades 4-5) by Glenn Cliffe Bainum.

Cry of the Last Unicorn ist von der ersten Note an sehr ausdrucksstark und schildert die schicksalhafte Begegnung von Jägern, die das letzte Einhorn verfolgen. Die Musik ist mal ergreifend, mal dramat...

Although Weinberger's full opera "Schwanda, the Bagpiper" is rarely staged, the "Polka & Fugue" continues to be played on the concert stage. In particular, the wind band transcription by Glenn Cliffe...

A wonderful cinematic work that opens with a bold and strong statement before exploding into a fast-paced, tension filled adventure that will stretch the range of your concert band. Wonderful scoring...