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The opening and closing melody of A Hill Country Tune is based on an old fiddle piece, The Snouts and Ears of America. It was a derivative of the familiar jig The Irish Washerwoman recast in 4/4 time,...

Ritual and Dance is a simple yet fun piece for young musicians. The opening measures create the dark, ritualistic feel of the piece with the rhythmic figure and open fifths being played by the ensembl...

Exuberance is the perfect piece to introduce young performers to band music. Focusing on the first seven pitches introduced in most method books, this piece makes use of simple compositional technique...

Even the youngest concert band can perform this glorious piece in a concert or to celebrate a big event. Gaudeamus Igitur is a popular school song in Europe, often sung in Latin at graduation ceremoni...

Rapa Nui lets you dive into the mysteries of the remote Easter Island. Discover from up close the world famous megalithic statues and embark on a challenging race to become the next Bird-Man. This pie...

Wings of Fortitude is a concert march that reflects that definition: courageous, brave, and having tenacity. A powerful trumpet melody is contrasted with a smoother theme in the woodwinds. The trio se...

Over time, there have been many great discoveries: inventions, energies, cyberspace and new lands. This piece reflects the joys and excitement of making that discovery and enjoying its spoils. It open...

This expressive piece recalls the lives of American pioneers. Starting with only the clarinets, the pensive opening melody is thoughtfully stated by the woodwind choir. As the full ensemble enters, th...

This energetic opener explodes off the top and never lets up throughout the work. Driving rhythms, strong melodies and clever harmonies make this a great piece for both performers and audiences. Champ...

Waterscape is the fourth piece in a series of "elements" inspired works. It contains an atmospheric opening with alto sax and flute solos before moving into a flowing series of melodies depicting the...

Pirates! This multi sectioned rollicking adventure opens with The Voyage Ahead, moves to Captain's Orders before slowing down to the reflective Sun Off the Bow. A Gold Tooth Grin and Jig on Deck speed...

Happy Holidays is a medley of some of the world's most popular Christmas melodies, including Joy to the World, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Good King Wenceslas, Silent Night, and Jingle Bells. There i...

The Burlington Teen Tour Band, described as Canada's Musical Ambassadors, is a marching band which has performed all over the world. Recently the band celebrated its 75th anniversary and this piece wa...

King Arthur's Ride is inspired by the Arthurian legends, found in old English folklore. The piece begins with the heraldry and fanfare of the court at Camelot and the Knights of the Round Table. Soon,...

In ancient Greece an agora was a central meeting place to discuss affairs of state, where business was conducted and people could listen to philosophers. It later evolved into a marketplace where merc...

A lush and beautiful work composed by Kenneth Bray for his daughter, Reverie for Bonita features the horn section, colourful use of mutes and simple, elegant themes. Showing off the lyrical side of th...

A pavane was a slow dance from the 16th or 17th century. The talented Canadian composer Jeff Smallman has taken this Baroque form and created a very colourful piece that features all sections. There a...

This beautiful slow movement from a work for solo organ is a great feature for the clarinet section of a band. The melody flows throughout the ensemble but the clarinets receive the most attention. Th...

This work was originally written as a contest entrance piece for the theme song for the 1967 Expo in Montreal. The band arrangement, done by Kenneth Bray, has truly captured the spirit of this concert...

This is a fun closer or encore to a concert and is a feature for the baritone player in your ensemble. The name 'Car-Tune' refers to the sound of the horn of the old sports cars. This is a thrilling o...

This popular piano solo has now been adapted for the concert band. It is a character piece depicting the mysterious nature of gypsies on their travels. The mysteriousness of the work makes it an excel...

This piece by Jeff Smallman shows off his ability to write interesting and musical parts for young musicians. Your students will come into band class asking to play Coming Home every day. The driving...

A terrific fanfare opening sets the tone for this short but rhythmically interesting original band composition. Colourful percussion adds to the majesty of the wind parts. The brass carry the majority...

This set of short pieces depicts events that occur annually at fairs all across North America. Ferris wheels, cotton candy, and a fanfare to open the fair are all included. Unique to this short suite...

Another dramatic work by Donald Coakley, Jubilant Dialogue is all that you have come to expect from this Canadian composer. There are a number of interesting percussion parts that add to the power and...