Alfred Concert Band

This delightful Grainger classic was written to depict a jolly old George Friedrich Handel careening down the Strand (the theatre district of London) accompanied by the English popular music of the da...

This delightful Grainger classic was written to depict a jolly old George Friedrich Handel careening down the Strand (the theatre district of London) accompanied by the English popular music of the da...

The concert opener 'A Celebration Overture' is really an extended fanfare, opening with an energetic brass and percussion motif that forms the basis of most of the piece that follows. A contrasting ly...

Loco Motion is a musical word play on the title, with emphasis on the 'loco' (in essence, 'crazy rhythm'). The wind parts are quite rhythmic, even on static pitches, and players have the opportunity t...

'Loco Motion' is a musical word play on the title, with emphasis on the 'loco' (in essence, 'crazy rhythm'). The wind parts are quite rhythmic, even on static pitches, and players have the opportunity...

'The Vikings' is not your traditional march. This dark, angry piece follows all of the traditional march concepts, including the standard form, repeats, key changes, and even a piccolo solo over the t...

The Wind Racers is a fast and powerful work that plays off a single motive that continues to build in energy to the very end. Soaring woodwinds that trade off the main motive juxtaposed with the warmt...

The Wind Racers is a fast and powerful work that plays off a single motive that continues to build in energy to the very end. Soaring woodwinds that trade off the main motive juxtaposed with the warmt...

'The Wind Racers' is a fast and powerful work that plays off a single motive that continues to build in energy to the very end. Soaring woodwinds that trade off the main motive juxtaposed with the war...

The Wind Racers is a fast and powerful work that plays off a single motive that continues to build in energy to the very end. Soaring woodwinds that trade off the main motive juxtaposed with the warmt...

Full of rhythmic energy and contrasts, you will find this pairing of two popular patriotic songs, 'My Country, 'Tis of Thee' and 'America the Beautiful,' appealing to players and audiences. Eventually...

Percussionists must learn both the rudiments and the scales. This piece provides the wind players some exposure to the rudiments. 'Paradiddles' creates patterns played by the winds that mimic two type...

Percussionists must learn both the rudiments and the scales. This piece provides the wind players some exposure to the rudiments. 'Paradiddles' creates patterns played by the winds that mimic two type...

Percussionists must learn both the rudiments and the scales. This piece provides the wind players some exposure to the rudiments. 'Paradiddles' creates patterns played by the winds that mimic two type...

Percussionists must learn both the rudiments and the scales. This piece provides the wind players some exposure to the rudiments. 'Paradiddles' creates patterns played by the winds that mimic two type...

'Undecim' is Latin for 'eleven,' referring both to the 'eleventh hour' (the last opportunity to get something done) and the opening metric feel of the piece (7/8 + 2/4 = 11 eighth notes). This high-en...

'Gaudete' dates back to the 16th century, and was sung as a Christmas Carol throughout the monasteries of Europe. Meaning 'rejoice' in Latin, this piece captures the intense passion of praise coupled...

The title of this piece translates from German to 'The Master Teacher.' Commissioned by the Florida Bandmasters Association in memory of Jack Crew, this piece serves to honor the memory of one of the...

The title of this colorful work is derived from Meriden, CT---once the silver capital of the world. Brass flourishes, lyrical woodwinds, and stately themes lead to the heroic climax. (4:30)

This work evokes the courage, strength, and valor of Viking soldiers with its heroic sound characterized by heavy accents, aggressive percussion, and driving ostinatos. (3:30)

Ancient legend says that as the Oneida were being chased on foot through a forest by an enemy tribe, they came to a clearing and suddenly disappeared from sight, confounding their enemies by shape-shi...

From its opening fanfare embodying moments of heroism and pride to its joyous journey of playfulness that expresses freedom and a passion for life, 'Skydance' is a musical celebration of the human spi...

From its opening fanfare embodying moments of heroism and pride to its joyous journey of playfulness that expresses freedom and a passion for life, 'Skydance' is a musical celebration of the human spi...

From its opening fanfare embodying moments of heroism and pride to its joyous journey of playfulness that expresses freedom and a passion for life, 'Skydance' is a musical celebration of the human spi...

Der Wasserfall, der sich über felsiges Gelände ergießt, wird durch funkelnde Wind- und Blechbläserfanfaren in Szene gesetzt, die das Wasser vorwärts rauschen lassen, bevor es über die Kante stürzt. Me...