Alfred Blasorchester-Noten

This iconic dance form employs 3/4 meter and the Mixolydian mode. The bold ensemble statements are juxtaposed against more lightly scored sections that bring the atmosphere of a lively Renaissance dan...

With this lively piece you are in for a toe-tappin', hand-clappin' good time! Everyone takes a turn playing the theme while the woodwinds do their best 'fiddle' imitations! A great addition to your li...

Longthorpe Tower was a medieval castle of the Thorpe family and contains some of the most well-preserved and complete medieval wall paintings in Northern Europe. This piece represents the music of thi...

The ever-vigilant hall monitor, always on patrol for delinquents running amok, needs a secret assistant in tough times like this. That's where the School Detective comes in! Navigate through winding c...

Exploring both 4/4 and 5/4 time signatures in a manner that is attainable for less experienced musicians, this piece is perfect for festivals as well as concerts and will showcase every section of the...

Transport to the serene waters and peacefulness of Salem Lake, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, that helped inspire this piece for young band. This piece is a musical interpretation of the sc...

This fanfare for young band celebrates the spirit of creativity from the inception of an idea to its completion. The opening 'aha!' moment of inspiration is followed by themes of determination, persev...

From a standstill, this piece takes off and never lets up. Well . . .maybe just for a brief moment in the pit stop (slow section). But then it's a wild ride to the end. Lots of fun for everyone!

Delight your holiday audiences with a charming and colorful set of variations on this popular Christmas carol. A jolly setting leads to a Spanish bolero, a march, and a Bach-style fugue, ending with a...

Here is an opportunity for the young band to experience elements of reggae music. Percussion and bass sections lay down a strong groove while woodwinds and brass add characteristic off-beat accompanim...

This ominous piece offers younger musicians the opportunity to perform an exciting composition and depicts the journey to unlock a deeper understanding of the universe. With dissonance and pulsating r...

This energetic overture is brimming with catchy melodies for nearly every section of the band. The bold opening fanfare leads to a brisk Allegro that uses a variety of textures and colors. A contrasti...

In the key of D minor, this piece features a dark and militaristic-sounding melody coupled with a brighter countermelody. Strong accents, rhythmic syncopations, and bold chords shape these melodies in...

Inspired by Delaware's beautiful Cape Henlopen, this piece musically captures the playful feel of a family vacation on one of its lovely beaches. A reflective opening is followed by a light and energe...

This lovely arrangement of a traditional American tune captures the beauty of this melody with a sense of the expansiveness of the American outdoors. Many teachable moments of lyrical and expressive e...

This lovely arrangement of a traditional American tune captures the beauty of this melody with a sense of the expansiveness of the American outdoors. Many teachable moments of lyrical and expressive e...

This lovely arrangement of a traditional American tune captures the beauty of this melody with a sense of the expansiveness of the American outdoors. Many teachable moments of lyrical and expressive e...

This lovely arrangement of a traditional American tune captures the beauty of this melody with a sense of the expansiveness of the American outdoors. Many teachable moments of lyrical and expressive e...

The farandole is an open-chain community dance popular in Provence, France. This delightful, stylized version by Pierné is taken from his collection of piano pieces for children, Album pour mes petits...

Help your students charge into 6/8 time! Extensive percussion scoring, bold melodies, striking dissonances, and driving rhythms combine to tell the story of a lone knight's battle with a fire-breathin...

This work depicts a dying star in its final stages of existence, when it expands and engulfs everything in its path. With accidentals, dissonances, and unique chord structures, this is a fast-paced mu...

This work is named after the memoir recounting the incredible journey of Corrie ten Boom, who provided rations and a hiding place for her Jewish neighbors during the Nazi invasion of the Netherlands....

Complete your first holiday concert with an energetic setting of 'Jolly Old Saint Nicholas' in three brief variations that use only six notes and no key signature! All instruments get an opportunity t...

A charismatic, easy-to-prepare piece for your beginners becomes pure entertainment for your audience, incorporating some naughty yet prominent guest soloists. Share our recording with your prospective...

Incorporating 'Deck the Halls' and 'Jolly Old Saint Nicholas' with a hat tip to 'Jingle Bells,' this beginning medley helps teach basic swing style. It never feels like Christmas until the music start...