Kevin Kaisershot: Leichte Noten

Conjuring images of a spectral army marching towards an otherworldly battle being fought in our imaginations, the Phantom Brigade keeps time in strict rhythm as they march undaunted towards the unknow...

This composition is a tone picture in miniature. It depicts the ferocity of the Sea Dragon in his natural habitat with stormy and turbulent musical lines. Occasionally there is a moment of tranquility...

Czech s in the Mail Polka was written as a tribute to the German-Czech style polkas that the composer became so familiar with during his undergraduate years at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. He w...

The history of the court jester is quite diverse depending on the country. They were either employed to entertain nobility or as an itinerant performer they would entertain common folk at such venues...

An emissary is a messenger that is usually a representative of a higher ranking official and is sent in advance of that officials' arrival to make sure that all arrangements prior to his arrival are o...

Gullywumps are mythical little creatures about 2 feet tall that like to dress in purple and orange. Not particularly coordinated, they still love to dance. Here in a suite of 3 dances (Promenade, Two...

A warlock is a male who practices witchcraft. This little tonal caricature seeks to musically portray this enigmatic character in a somewhat less than frightening way. The tri-tone and its usage in th...

There are likely many examples of a person s beliefs or actions that, at first, may have been questioned, but over time have been proven to be right or justified thereby providing vindication. This ma...

A talisman is defined as a stone, ring, or other object engraved with figures or characters supposed to possess occult powers and worn as an amulet or charm. This piece is a medium-easy march designed...

This piece is a lively action packed adventure compressed into a standard march form filled with sword play and spirited exploits. Fun to play and listen to.

The Enchantress March was inspired by this silly little poem from an anonymous author: 'The Enchantress conjures many spells, approach her if you dare. Potions, powders, chants and bells, everyone bew...

The Praetorian Guard was an elite group of soldiers or bodyguards used by the Roman Emperors. This march is a musical depiction of the spectacle that would be viewed as a procession of these soldiers...

An amulet is defined as a small object worn to ward off evil, harm or illness. It is also thought to bring good fortune or good luck-much like a rabbit's foot or four leaf clover. The music then prima...

In August 480 BC, the Battle of Thermopylae, a small mountain pass in central Greece, was fought between an alliance of Greek city-states and the invading Persian Empire of Xerxes I. Vastly outnumbere...

This set of short, all-purpose fanfares in a variety of styles, keys and meters are arranged in progressive order -- No. 1-3 are grade 1, No. 4-6 are grade 1+, No. 7-9 are grade 2, and No. 10-12 are g...

A warlock is a male who practices witchcraft. This little tonal caricature seeks to musically portray this enigmatic character in a somewhat less than frightening way. The tri-tone and its usage in th...

Adorned in her royal garments, the Priestess of Fire makes her way through the streets of the city on her way to the temple where she is to offer sacrifice to the great spirits. Along the route are al...

Written at the young band level, this piece musically portrays the preliminary dance surrounding a fictional rite of passage ceremony. The initial announcement of dignitaries is followed by their para...

This is a charming little piece of mischief in the style of an easy overture for young band. Technical demands are few and the pitch range is narrow. Clarinet parts do not go over the break.

Anubis, Egyptian God of the Dead is a tone picture for young level band describing a scene the composer saw in the movie Return of the Mummy where Anubis' army of the dead is relentlessly pursuing the...

Loki ist der Stiefbruder von Thor und eine ständige Quelle der Irritation für alle, mit denen er in Kontakt kommt. Die Musik stellt daher sein spielerisches und doch hinterhältiges Wesen dar. In diese...

This creature is not very coordinated as is evident in the 'troll dance' sequence which begins in the middle of this fun piece. Imagine the hilarity that must ensue as the troll attempts to keep time...

The Sword of the Valiant portrays the triumphant return of the gallant knight who with his sword led the charge that defeated the invaders that thought to have his land. The battle was won and the lan...

Danza Cortesa or Courtly Dance is meant to be a representation of music that might be danced to during the Middle Ages/Renaissance period at a possible celebration held by a nobleman at his palace wit...

Conjuring pictures of a snake charmer from India, Morocco or even Egypt, this dance for three xylophones with rhythmic percussion has all the ingredients of that slithering imagery. This piece require...