Curnow Music Press

Fun for all!! The chorale style opening soon turns into a rousing, funky-jazzy-gospel riff-style roof-raiser that will have your audience tapping along. It's nice for the concert band to get the oppor...

An exciting adventure for bands of a moderate standard. From a brooding, fog-shrouded sand castle along the seashore in England to another on the sunny coast of France (including rainstick and spoken...

Dieses schwungvolle und mitreissende Stück entführt den Hörer nach Newport auf Rhode Island, wo eine große Segelyacht bei Sonne und kräftiger Brise zu einer bewegten Fahrt aufbricht. Die treffende Dar...

Due to the tremendous success of the original 'Tone Studies For Band, ' James Curnow has created this follow-up set of studies. Replicating the style, diversity, and musicality of the original, 'Tone...

Dedicated to the brave men and women of the armed forces, the stately tempo and moderate duration of this one keep it within reach of every Grade 1 band. Interesting harmonization and lots of attentio...

Heroic themes imbue this fine new overture with an inspirational quality. The valiant nature of CONQUERORS secures it a place in almost any venue, from concert opener to graduation piece. Minor and ma...

Let your young band ROCK with BACH! The 'Musette' from the 'Anna Magdalena Notebook' forms the basis of this light-hearted mis-treatment of the original rocker, J. S. Bach. The limited rhythmic pallet...

A joyous and exuberant sparkler for your next concert! This bright little bijou from James Curnow is a great way to start the show. It's as inviting as they get and will engage every listener from sta...

This fascinating work tells of the French explorer Jacque Cartier who, in 1534, set off on a historic voyage to explore the northern Canada. It makes use of the Canadian Folk Song, A St. Malo, Beau Po...

CANZONE ANTICA translates as 'ancient song'. The dark mystery of the Middle Ages, from plainsong and cowled robes to shrouded medieval architecture, permeates a misty atmosphere as your band roams the...

Designed with the sacred ensemble conductor in mind, UNLIMITED PRAISE is a delightful collection of 10 inspirational pieces. In a performance area where most musicians are volunteers, rehearsal time i...

Mike Hannickel, an educator and young band specialist, contributes INTERVAL BUILDERS For DEVELOPING BANDS. While groups at every level will find these important 'playable music theory lessons' excelle...

The final bars of CENTURIONS take Grade 1 music to new heights of excitement! Artful composition for the first year band with limited ranges and rhythms makes this one you'll use again and again. Some...

The beautiful Japanese folk song 'Ancient Castle' is transformed and enhanced through subtle variation in this stunning setting by James Curnow. Curnow, who is so respected by directors of more experi...

A bold trumpet motive will grab attention right from the start! What follows is a majestic theme, tuneful and bright, that will let young musicians sound their best. Colorful writing, lovely counterpo...

The breathtaking beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in autumn is legendary. James L. Hosay, one of today's most lyrical composers, brings you a moving impression of that indescribable vista. At its pe...

History! Introduce a bit of good old early-Americana to your audiences this year. GEORGE WASHINGTON SUITE is made up of three tunes known to have been composed for (or about) George and Martha Washing...

A vibrant and attentive Percussion section is crucial to the success of any concert band. However, the Percussionists play a supporting role so much of the time that it can be difficult to keep your b...

EEEEEEEK! It's a whimsical excursion into the realm of the mechanical mice! It's a rodent round-up! It's a veritable vortex of vagabond voles! Are we to be vexed by vociferous vermin? Let's find out w...

Die Melodie des 1720 zum ersten Mal für Cembalo erschienenen Largo erklingt oft zu Hochzeiten und ähnlichen festlichen Anlässen. James Curnows Arrangement des Largo für Blasorchester ist nicht allzu s...