Grand Mesa Music

Incendio's literal translation is 'fire', making this title all the more appropriate for Salvador Alan Jacobo's fiery composition for concert band. The music immediately ignites from the beginning and...

Textures for wind band is a delicate and lyrical work based on a simple original hymn-like tune. The work opens with a piccolo solo and beautiful harmonic textures in the woodwinds and gradually build...

A Hot Air Balloon Adventure' is the story of a dramatic balloon ride. Starting with the preparations for the flight, the journey takes off with an uplifting fanfare. After the pilot breaks through the...

The sparrowhawk, also known as the American kestrel, is one of the few raptors whose range includes the highest elevations of California's Sierra Nevada. 'Sparrowhawk' evokes this small hawk soaring a...

There are people whose brilliance continues to light the world though they are no longer among the living'. ~ Author Unknown This varied, eclectic band work was written in memory of a former member of...

The piece is a programmatic work depicting a professional cycling race similar to the annual Spring Classics or a stage from one of the Grand Tours. Within the composition, there are sections represen...

Like going to a movie that is 'five stars', here is a musical adventure that will be a hit with audiences, performers and conductors! There are a number of related musical ideas during the duration of...

Ascent to Quandary Peak' depicts the composer and his wife's journey as they ascend Quandary Peak, one of the Colorado mountains with a summit over 14,000 feet. Although the trail is considered one of...

This fun selection authentically captures the dance style known as the tango, which developed during the 1880's in Argentina and Uruguay. It evolved into an exciting partner dance which became popular...

Mahatma Gandhi famously said, 'the future depends on what you do today.' Tempus Motus was written to express the hope, determination, and energy that can spark change. In Latin, 'Tempus'means time and...

You find yourself at the door of a large mansion. It's nighttime, and you don't remember how you got here, or even why you're at this house in the first place. You step inside to see a long, carpeted...

Based on hymn from the mid 1800's originally titled 'My Life Goes on in Endless Song', David Myers has creatively shaped this hymn tune into a band work that brings out the beauty and lyricism of the...

Here is a piece that is a perfect finale for your winter concert. Written for band with optional unison chorus, this is a great way to put the two groups together for a rousing finish. The lyrics of W...

Composer Bobrowitz has created a fun filled, energetic feature for your trumpet section. Although written at a grade 2+ level, the piece will impress your audience with the technical sounds emanating...

It's opening day at the annual State Fair and everyone is ready to have a day of good family camaraderie! There are rides, carnival games, concerts, animal exhibits, cooking competitions and of course...

Luna Y Fuego (Moon and Fire) is a Pasodoble (double step), a march form that originated as a Spanish military march that allowed troops to march at double the pace of regular troops. This particular P...

Accompany the 'Companions of the Crown' as they venture forth, promulgating the royal creed to spread justice and righteousness throughout the land. This grade 2 work for band is a march with a bit of...

Long May We Reign' is the first movement of a large scale band work commissioned by the Denison High School Music Boosters to celebrate 100 years of bands in Denison, Iowa. It opens with a heroic and...

Mystery, excitement, and originality all characterize this intriguing new 5/4 band work that will keep your students and audience on the edge of their seat! Whacked features a number of different them...

HARVEST, an exciting symphonic overture for wind band, evokes the power of persistence. In order to reap bountifully in harvest time, one must first put faith in a seed, nurture it in abundance, and a...

This lush, melodic band work uses a shifting kaleidoscope of sounds that take the listener on a transformative musical journey, while always staying within reasonable ranges and technique for less adv...

ake a ride in the country with this lively tune! A percussion solo gets our ride started, followed by a unison clarinet melody that leads us along this melodic road, picking up the flutes on the count...

This lively minor key waltz brings to mind an eerie scene as creatures of the night dance the night away. After a brief introduction where the dancers seem to curtsey to each other, the elegant but sl...

A Wind in Time ist eine Hommage an die Vorliebe des Komponisten für Blasorchesterwerke, die auf Volksmusik basieren. Das volksliedhafte Hauptthema durchläuft im Laufe der Zeit verschiedene Stimmungen....

Composer Aaron McMichael has pulled out all the stops in creating an advanced band work you will definitely want to experience with your ensemble. Rhythmic and harmonic intensity mark this musical por...