Ralph Ford

An exciting up-tempo piece that moves constantly between C major and its parallel minor, providing opportunity for teaching chromatic notes outside of the C scale. With plenty of dynamic contrasts and...

The energy of this piece is inspired by and matches the energy level of beginning players! Imagine the whirling, spinning excitement that occurs among children stuck in the house on a rainy day or cel...

The energy of this piece is inspired by and matches the energy level of beginning players! Imagine the whirling, spinning excitement that occurs among children stuck in the house on a rainy day or cel...

Deep from the heart of Louisiana bayou country where the food is hot and the music hotter, the Cajun spirit is captured here in this exciting piece for your first concert. Accompanied by fun 'found so...

Hyperdrive: First discussed by science fiction author Isaac Asimov in the 1940s, this term refers to a device which allows a vehicle in space to travel faster than the speed of light, and to describe...

Perform this rhythmic piece from the mindset of taking a wandering but brisk walk, perhaps on a crisp fall day. The sense of forward motion in the piece will delight young players. All parts get the o...

Celebrate 75 years of wizarding! 'We're Off to See the Wizard,' 'If I Only Had a Brain (A Heart, the Nerve),' 'Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead,' and 'Over the Rainbow' will delight all generations.

Travel south with Frosty and enjoy the trip before he melts! Though playable with strings alone, the addition of the optional percussion will add spice and have them dancing.

Featuring six melodies from the popular video game, this medley will be a hit as well. Titles

Each section plays the melody in this spooky D minor composition. With great opportunities for rhythmic skills, the piece includes hand percussion and the space for haunted castle sounds. (2:00)

Each section plays the melody in this spooky D minor composition. With great opportunities for rhythmic skills, the piece includes hand percussion and the space for haunted castle sounds. (2:00)

Written especially for your next Halloween concert, this medley features two great, spooky classical themes and a modern classic, including 'Toccata and Fugue in D Minor,' 'A Night on Bald Mountain,'...

Here is arguably the greatest swing tune ever in a terrific new arrangement by veteran writer Ralph Ford. You will hear some interesting new twists that really make this a memorable tune on or off the...

Here is arguably the greatest swing tune ever in a terrific, hip arrangement by veteran writer Ralph Ford. You will hear some interesting new twists that really make this a memorable tune on or off th...

This absolute classic was the winner of the 1941 Oscar for best original song. If you've 'got the horses' you will love this chart. Four trumpet and four trombone soloists, as well as a blistering per...

You may not know this tune by its title, but it is one of the most widely played songs throughout sports stadiums around the country. Ralph Ford has taken this catchy techno-pop hit to a new level in...

Veteran arranger Ralph Ford combines five well-known American melodies into a stirring arrangement that would be perfect for your next parade, civic or community event, or halftime show. This chart is...

Veteran arranger Ralph Ford combines five well-known American melodies into a stirring arrangement that would be perfect for your next parade, civic or community event, or halftime show. This chart is...

The Who are one of the most influential rock bands ever. Here is one of their biggest hits in a terrific new arrangement by Ralph Ford. Perfect for the field or stands, this solid chart will come toge...

Here's the huge hit from Foghat in a very playable arrangement by Ralph Ford. A real winner for the stands or pep band, this one 'grooves' from start to finish! (2:02)

This classic rock tune from the J. Giels Band has a great hook, and comes out rock solid in the capable hands of Ralph Ford. What a great chart! (2:22)

This tremendous opener features the powerful music from the video game Halo in a memorable arrangement by Ralph Ford. Thrill your students and audience with this cutting edge music. A real show-stoppe...

This absolute classic was the winner of the 1941 Oscar for best original song. If you've 'got the horses' you will love this chart. Four trumpet and four trombone soloists, as well as a blistering per...

Here is a clever chart that will be a crowd favorite. Ralph Ford has expertly combined 'The Magnificent Seven, 'Blazing Saddles, 'The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, and 'The Horse into one stunning arran...