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Commissioned by the Sun City, Arizona Concert Band, In the Valley of the Sun is composed in a three-part overture format opening with a rollicking and rhythmic Western-style theme. The slow middle the...

Drums of the Saamis è stato commissionato dalla Medicine Hat Concert Band Society di Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada. Il brano racconta la fusione tra la cultura della First Nation (i primi nativi) e qu...

This impressive work by Samuel Hazo begins and ends with a unifying dramatic and powerful fanfare theme. In contrast, the middle section is built around faster and modern-sounding rhythms and harmonie...

The sights and sounds of a Civil War era band come alive in this authentically recreated medley for the contemporary concert band. Set in the style of the uptempo “quickstep” march, this m...

Wild Rose Jamboree conjures up the pioneer spirit and the big-sky panorama of Canada's heartland - Alberta. The cinematic approach to the music captures the essence of life in wild rose country - famo...

(2015) Winter Dreams (2015) for concert band is Michael Daugherty's contemporary musical reflection on the creative world of Iowa artist Grant Wood (1891-1942). Composed in memory of Michael's father,...

Commissioned by the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association to commemorate its 75th anniversary, Presidential Suite recognizes the rich historical heritage of Virginia, particularly as the b...

In this touching composition, Richard Saucedo has created a collage of feelings and emotions associated with losing someone near and dear. Along with a sense of sadness, the piece also reflects feelin...

Over the past few years I must have read Goodnight Moon to my son a thousand times - maybe more. Somewhere around reading number 500, I began hearing little musical fragments as I read, and over time...

Based on the distinctive and mesmerizing version recorded by Mannheim Steamroller, this authentic adaptation by Robert Longfield could be the hit of your holiday concert. Beautifully scored with creat...

From Handel's masterwork Messiah, the inspirational strains of Hallelujah Chorus are some of the most often heard melodies during the holiday season. This powerful arrangment is faithful to the origin...

Originally on the soundtrack from the motion picture We Were Soldiers and performed at Ronald Reagan's funeral, this moving tribute to the members of the Armed Forces is once again relevant. To falle...

As performed by The Atlanta Youth Symphony and Children's Choir at the closing ceremonies of the Olympics.

Written in 1865, this cherished holiday classic is scored for the contemporary concert band. Ample cuing of the melodic lines makes this arrangement extremely accessible. The flowing melody is interru...

A burst of holiday sounds flow from this unique arrangement by the Swedish arrangers. Jay has adapted this for American band. A very impressive and enjoyable work!

David Foster's sensational setting of Ukranian Bell Carol as arranged by Jay Dawson.

A short, soft, mellow piece of music, expresses the feeling you sometime have when thoughtfulness and calmness are more important. After working on a piece for choire using a poem called 'Nights have...

Arvid Hanssen was a popular Norwegian poet who got several of his poems set to music by Tove Karoline Knutsen. The song 'Kom sommarvijnn' (Come summerwind) became very popular when it was released on...

Hawkeye Festival Overture begins with a bright opening fanfare which leads to a rhythmic Allegro section. An Andante section in 3/4 time features a lyric trumpet solo and numerous harmonic suspensions...

A Prairie Portrait was inspired by the poetry of Carl Sandburg. The lyrical quality of the music is a testament to the loving words he wrote as a tribute to his birthplace. The pioneer spirit shines t...

A Prairie Portrait was inspired by the poetry of Carl Sandburg. The lyrical quality of the music is a testament to the loving words he wrote as a tribute to his birthplace. The pioneer spirit shines t...

A Prairie Portrait was inspired by the poetry of Carl Sandburg. The lyrical quality of the music is a testament to the loving words he wrote as a tribute to his birthplace. The pioneer spirit shines t...