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This revered march was dedicated to the officers and men of the 311th Cavalry in 1918. If you listen carefully you can hear the musical horse hooves. A march of distinction for every program. (2:58)

Here's one that's often forgotten. Written in 1926 by John Philip Sousa at the request of Detroit's mayor, this charming cut-time march in typical Sousa style is dedicated to Mayor John W. Smith and t...

Now with a full score provided, here's the original Fennell arrangement of this revered John Philip Sousa march. Although there was always a harp included in the photographs of the Sousa Band, this is...

This charming ghost enjoys playing tricks - from mysterious and noisy disturbances to turning lights on and off at random - and has chosen to visit your and your beginning concert band. From the first...

Knights and fair maidens, castles and keeps, this piece will take your beginning band on a journey back to the days of yore. One tune, one tempo and three different meters and three different musical...

A traditional folk song of South Africa and Zimbabwe, this song represents pride and strength and is presented in varying styles. Authentic African percussion instruments such as djembe, congas and bo...

This is the overture you've been waiting for! McGinty again displays her distinctive and colorful style in this appealing and tuneful addition to the repertoire. With an opportunity to develop attacks...

Based on a 17th century French melody, this hymn setting is a delightful study in contrasts - brass and woodwind choirs, dramatic dynamic changes plus major and minor keys. A very musical addition to...

Exciting, rhythmic, syncopations, intervals and lots of percussion, this piece will showcase your band's sense of style while providing them with an opportunity to develop rhythmic accuracy, especiall...

An original composition, it borrows the concept of Renaissance-period polyphonic textures, with each voice presenting independent musical elements. The result is a fresh and enjoyable work that can wo...

A sensitive and respectful edition by Frederick Fennell makes this small ensemble gem sparkle. A great recording is available through Ludwig Music on Kosei KOCD 31992712.

El Abanico (Der Fächer) ist das berühmteste Werk des spanischen Kapellmeisters Alfredo Javaloyes. Dieser Pasodoble (ein schneller spanischer Militärmarsch) wurde nach einem beliebten Café in Cartagena...

An einem frühen Wintermorgen, nachdem er in einem Jazzclub gespielt hatte, beobachtete der Komponist und Klarinettist Jack End eine Katze, die schon seit einigen Tagen tot in der schwach beleuchteten...

El Abanico (Der Fächer) ist das berühmteste Werk des spanischen Kapellmeisters Alfredo Javaloyes. Dieser Pasodoble (ein schneller spanischer Militärmarsch) wurde nach einem beliebten Café in Cartagena...

1. Muj Konicek (Mein Steckenpferd) 2. Pode Mlejnem (Bei der Mühle) 3. Jara Mlßdi (Triomelodie) 4. Koline, Koline (Triomelodie) 5. Zeleny Hßjove 6. Muziky, Muziky (Musik, Musik)

Diaz, H. trans.