Orchestra giovanile di fiati

Emergence begins with a beautiful yet ominous opening statement. Listeners will be immediately captivated by the mysterious introduction that eventually leads to the Emergence. Concealment and uncerta...

At this soirée music lovers have assembled to celebrate the harvest, play a few tunes and enjoy a little dancing. Beginning with a lightly scored 'hoedown' motif with woodwinds, the good-natured mo...

The title came from both the adventurous feeling of the music and from St. Michael, a popular saint found in many religious denominations. In Catholic teachings he has several roles including leading...

The notion of being by yourself but not feeling alone has been expressed by many and the phrase 'But Not Alone' has been used in various contexts. In this case the phrase and this piece are meant to e...

This composition was written to give students something to look forward to when they were able to make music together following Covid-19. The piece is meant to musically convey the hectic pace of life...

The opening and closing melody of A Hill Country Tune is based on an old fiddle piece, The Snouts and Ears of America. It was a derivative of the familiar jig The Irish Washerwoman recast in 4/4 time,...

Over time, there have been many great discoveries: inventions, energies, cyberspace and new lands. This piece reflects the joys and excitement of making that discovery and enjoying its spoils. It open...

This expressive piece recalls the lives of American pioneers. Starting with only the clarinets, the pensive opening melody is thoughtfully stated by the woodwind choir. As the full ensemble enters, th...

This energetic opener explodes off the top and never lets up throughout the work. Driving rhythms, strong melodies and clever harmonies make this a great piece for both performers and audiences. Champ...

Waterscape is the fourth piece in a series of "elements" inspired works. It contains an atmospheric opening with alto sax and flute solos before moving into a flowing series of melodies depicting the...

Pirates! This multi sectioned rollicking adventure opens with The Voyage Ahead, moves to Captain's Orders before slowing down to the reflective Sun Off the Bow. A Gold Tooth Grin and Jig on Deck speed...

This beautiful slow movement from a work for solo organ is a great feature for the clarinet section of a band. The melody flows throughout the ensemble but the clarinets receive the most attention. Th...

This set of short pieces depicts events that occur annually at fairs all across North America. Ferris wheels, cotton candy, and a fanfare to open the fair are all included. Unique to this short suite...

Based on a 19th-century school hymn still performed today by students at Rugby Middle School, this composition opens with a fanfare followed by a British-style march.  A beautiful, lyrical andante sec...

Based on a 19th-century school hymn still performed today by students at Rugby Middle School, this composition opens with a fanfare followed by a British-style march.  A beautiful, lyrical andante sec...

A musical depiction of the forced relocation of over 100,000 Native Americans in the 1830s, this composition is a remembrance of the great human rights atrocity and of this shameful period in American...

This lovely ballad about the winter season is perfect for teaching blend, balance, and phrasing to developing band students.  With soaring melodies, beautiful harmonic accompaniments, and gentle percu...