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This overture features a clarinet solo in the opening section whose theme is echoed throughout. A strong selection with reasonable technical demands, this piece is perfect for contest and festival use...

A stirring masterpiece which begins with an imaginative introduction using fragments of the theme. As the work develops, the tonality also changes between major and minor keys evolving into the next s...

O.R. Farrar's vintage march has been skillfully re-scored by Claude T. Smith making this classic attainable for contemporary bands without losing its original zest. Sensational!

A dramatic and beautiful treatment of this well-known hymn. The ingenious use of the first interval from the chorale sets the stage for more creativity to come. A brief clarinet solo begins the develo...

Challenging, yet gratifying, this work takes the introductory statement through a variety of treatments. Each section plays a key role which culminates the true spirit of this work.

Fine high school and college ensembles will appreciate the drama and beauty of this exceptional piece. The ballad section features the clarinet section with solo opportunities for the oboe, trumpet, f...

This jubilant composition is very challenging and powerful. Two principal themes are presented which develop through the use of varying accompaniments, ensemble timbres, rhythmic techniques and solo p...

This work is a dynamic and inventive piece set in a traditional military march style.

This work is an impressive set of variations on the hymn tune 'Praise to the Lord, The Almighty'. The opening majestic statement is followed by challenging variations. Extra flair can be added with an...

This overture lends itself to the accomplished high school band and offers solo opportunities to the flute, trumpet, tuba, oboe, and bassoon. Using contrasting tempo and meter changes, this work will...

Written by French composer, Gustave Louis Ganne and skillfully transcribed by Claude T. Smith. Classic yet contemporary.

One of the most well-designed melodic works of Claude T. Smith. This piece is skillfully written with careful selection of range, keys, articulations and patterns, making it sound much more difficult...

A bold exciting march expertly blended with the English tune 'Terra Beata' more commonly known as the hymn 'This Is My Father's World.' An exciting arrangement for advancing ensembles.

The lovely choral beginning, featuring the familiar carol 'Good Christian Men, Rejoice,' sets the groundwork for this unique work. The piece features soli opportunity for bassoon and trombone, followe...

A wonderful first march by the young Claude T. Smith. This work is especially challenging for the trumpet section. Full of power, this march will stir the spirits of performers and audiences alike.

Un'opera integrata di musica, astrofisica e cosmologia. "Il James Webb Space Telescope sarà il più importante osservatorio (telescopio) del prossimo decennio, al servizio di migliaia di astronomi in t...

Glow è stato scritto in sole due settimane nell'estate del 2018. Per anni ho immaginato quest'opera come un cluster che esplode. E quando mi sono seduto a scriverla, la musica è sgorgata da me. L'oper...

Enigma Machine si basa sull'idea della variazione motivica. Ho immaginato che il motivo principale (che viene presentato per la prima volta nella marimba a mm. 18) percorra l'intero brano. Lo vediamo...

For this exciting work Johan de Meij took his inspiration from Rembrandt's The Night Watch, Vermeer's Love Letter and Steen's Prinsjesdag. In the first movement the solo trombone keeps watch at night,...

For this exciting work Johan de Meij took his inspiration from Rembrandt's The Night Watch, Vermeer's Love Letter and Steen's Prinsjesdag. In the first movement the solo trombone keeps watch at night,...

With Via Claudia, the band takes the audience with it on a tour of the Alps. The journey begins on a foggy night near Venice and leads in a solemn procession over steep mountain passes up to the summi...

The first of its kind: A delightful suite based on five enchanting African folk songs. African Harmony can be performed instrumental or with choir (SATB).