Matthew R. Putnam

Looking out over dark ocean waters inspires feelings of awe and anxiety. It is the visceral thrill of the unknown that walks the razor's edge of excitement and terror. Composer Matthew R. Putnam depic...

Take an uplifting journey with Fortune Favors the Bold! Students will find success with it's wonderfully scored melodic material and unique harmonic sound. A Charming new work for developing ensembles...

Take an uplifting journey with Fortune Favors the Bold! Students will find success with it's wonderfully scored melodic material and unique harmonic sound. A Charming new work for developing ensembles...

This traditional march for beginning band is perfect for introducing march style. Introduce the Trio, as well as some common accidentals in this musical little march. Students and audiences alike will...

This piece was written to give your students confidence as they navigate uncharted territory in their own lives and studies. Written with the beginning band choirs in mind, Matt gives ample opportunit...

This piece was written to give your students confidence as they navigate uncharted territory in their own lives and studies. Written with the beginning band choirs in mind, Matt gives ample opportunit...

Matthew R. Putnam's marches are always hits, and Picadilly Parade is no exception! A perfect introduction to the British style march, this one is an excellent choice for contest and festival.

Make your band sound big and full with the wonderful Tutti sections in Tokens of Esteem. No wonder Matthew R. Putnam's younger band music is always so popular.

Matthew R. Putnam's The great Clipper Race been set for flexible ensemble. Playable with as few as 5 wind/string players and percussion, this accessible concert march is perfect for small ensemble reh...

This new work for beginning band is a great introduction to simple syncopation. Using only the first 6 notes of the Bb scale, Acropolis also has a great opportunity to introduce simple slurs and legat...

A brilliant new addition to the traditional march family. Matthew R. Putnam has crafted a wonderful new march for developing bands that is perfect for teaching and reinforcing proper march style. The...

A brilliant new addition to the traditional march family. Matthew R. Putnam has crafted a wonderful new march for developing bands that is perfect for teaching and reinforcing proper march style. The...

Take an uplifting journey with Fortune Favors the Bold! Students will find success with it's wonderfully scored melodic material and unique harmonic sound. A Charming new work for developing ensembles...

An uplifting new work based on the spirit of discovery, composer Matthew R. Putnam offer cool rhythms and powerful harmony in this timely piece. Perfect for any concert program!

This one cooks right from the start with excellent melodic material and lots of contrast. There are some really interesting sections of the band in the development part of the piece. Everything builds...

Dynamic and Fresh! Composer Matthew R. Putnam brings a delightful; new work to the concert band. Students will love the harmonies and rhythmic feel of Abundant Bliss.

Opening with an ominous fanfare, Storm Warriors will quickly hook your musicians and audiences with its infectious melody and rhythmic pulse. Matt makes a band sound great!

Opening with an ominous fanfare, Storm Warriors will quickly hook your musicians and audiences with its infectious melody and rhythmic pulse. Matt makes a band sound great!

In the style of a Spanish march, and the form of a traditional march, Matthew R. Putnam's La Matriarcha is a unique new addition to the march repertoire that your ensemble will love!

Composer Matthew R. Putnam has a way of making a melody stick with you long after the performance is done and the tunes within Forging Destiny are no different. Wonderful writing will have your band s...

Dedicated to the late John Kinyon, this new overture for band is an homage in all the best ways. Lush harmonies, beautiful melodies, and an accessible form are all on display. Teaching with this piece...

This new work for beginning band is a great introduction to simple syncopation. Using only the first 6 notes of the Bb scale, Acropolis also has a great opportunity to introduce simple slurs and legat...

Matthew Putnam is fast becoming a composer that beginning band conductors turn to for pieces that inspire students and make them sound their best. Megaliths is an aggressive piece with strong angular...