One of the truly great circus marches, the title refers to the term used by the circus bandsmen (Windjammers) to a circus march. And this one certainly lives up to its title! This is a showcase for th...
The Escape of the Shadow Men musically creates a scene from the composer's novel In the Land of the Lochrians. This exciting and dramatic work represents many thrilling moments in a race to confrontat...
In Darkest Night was composed to highlight the dark, thick and rich quality of the key of C minor. As musical keys have long been associated with various states of emotion, C minor has often been call...
The work is simple in conception but full of the characteristics that have been trademarks of Erickson's compositions for band. It begins simply with the snare drum stating its simple cadence. This is...
Two Songs of Morning contains two beautifully contrasting melodies, scored to demonstrate the lush tonal capabilities of the concert band. The Gaelic Melody used in movement tow is the well-known 'Mor...
Grades 4-5.
Barry E. Kopetz' Fantasy On A Theme By Samuel Barber. Full score for Orchestra. The basis for this composition is the beautiful legato theme from Barber's 'Overture to the School for Scandal. '
