Chris M. Bernotas

This piece was inspired by the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and the heroic acts of the first responders. Heroes surround us in life; this piece pays tribute to our everyday heroes, such as our parents, te...

This powerful and engaging piece was inspired by the floods brought upon by Hurricane Irene, and pays homage to the innate human ability to rise from disaster and persevere with strength and pride. (4...

This powerful and engaging piece was inspired by the floods brought upon by Hurricane Irene, and pays homage to the innate human ability to rise from disaster and persevere with strength and pride. (4...

This powerful and engaging piece was inspired by the floods brought upon by Hurricane Irene, and pays homage to the innate human ability to rise from disaster and persevere with strength and pride. (4...

This powerful and engaging piece was inspired by the floods brought upon by Hurricane Irene, and pays homage to the innate human ability to rise from disaster and persevere with strength and pride. (4...

A tuneful way to introduce students to the lyrical style and rollicking feel of traditional Scottish/Irish music. The 'Air' is the melody from Gilderoy and is set with a contemporary harmonic palette...

There is something about a crisp winter morning that makes one feel at home and at peace. This is a lyrical piece that encapsulates that feeling and gives students an opportunity to explore performing...

There is something about a crisp winter morning that makes one feel at home and at peace. This is a lyrical piece that encapsulates that feeling and gives students an opportunity to explore performing...

There is something about a crisp winter morning that makes one feel at home and at peace. This is a lyrical piece that encapsulates that feeling and gives students an opportunity to explore performing...

There is something about a crisp winter morning that makes one feel at home and at peace. This is a lyrical piece that encapsulates that feeling and gives students an opportunity to explore performing...

An appealing and spirited march for your beginning band. While this piece uses only six notes, it maintains all of the excitement that a march should provide. Your students will stand tall as each sec...

...And Goodnight is a grade 2 lyrical piece that would be a beautiful addition to any school music library. It was inspired by a Brahms lullaby; hints of it are heard throughout the piece and within t...

Dancing Kites is a gentle piece that will float around your performance hall. With a light, memorable melody and rich harmonies, this delightful composition exposes your students to musical subtleties...

Dancing Kites is a gentle piece that will float around your performance hall. With a light, memorable melody and rich harmonies, this delightful composition exposes your students to musical subtleties...

Dancing Kites is a gentle piece that will float around your performance hall. With a light, memorable melody and rich harmonies, this delightful composition exposes your students to musical subtleties...

Worksite will become a band member and director favorite with its infectious melody and exciting percussion feature. Break out the buckets and garbage cans for this one as they will be taking center s...

Worksite will become a band member and director favorite with its infectious melody and exciting percussion feature. Break out the buckets and garbage cans for this one as they will be taking center s...

This is a rocking, fun piece that directors can utilize to teach students to play with a steady and strong beat. It has a bluesy-rock melody, groove accompaniment, and - of course - cowbell! This piec...

Each year in July in the city of Pamplona, Spain, hundreds of people participate in the running of the bulls, which precedes the daily bullfights during the Fiesta de San Fermin. 'El Toro' (The Bull)...

Each year in July in the city of Pamplona, Spain, hundreds of people participate in the running of the bulls, which precedes the daily bullfights during the Fiesta de San Fermin. 'El Toro' (The Bull)...

Each year in July in the city of Pamplona, Spain, hundreds of people participate in the running of the bulls, which precedes the daily bullfights during the Fiesta de San Fermin. 'El Toro' (The Bull)...

Each year in July in the city of Pamplona, Spain, hundreds of people participate in the running of the bulls, which precedes the daily bullfights during the Fiesta de San Fermin. 'El Toro' (The Bull)...

Everyone loves a day at the beach---the soothing sounds of the ocean waves with your toes in the sand. 'Wind of the Waves' will transport you to that peaceful place. This beautiful lyrical selection h...

This exciting and fun arrangement of two well-known patriotic songs is perfect for any occasion showing pride and appreciation for our country's freedoms. 'You're a Grand Old Flag' and 'America the Be...

Fire all cylinders! Using the optional synthesizer, this piece takes off and races from start to finish. Some dissonance adds a touch of the Doppler effect as you imagine the sound of cars zooming by....