C.L. Barnhouse Company

Here's an engaging and dramatic work for your young band concert! Features a powerful march-like feel with flowing lines and driving rhythms, 'Mission to Mars' portrays an abundance of dramatic energy...

'Musically stunning!' best describes this reflective ballad created from the pen of noted composer James Swearingen. Brilliantly scored, 'A Time To Reflect' serves as the perfect opportunity to teach...

'Interstellar Fanfare' is a rousing and adventurous work for young bands that presents both fanfare and theme independently before combining the two at the exhilarating conclusion. Opportunities aboun...

'Amber Skies' is a uniquely lyrical and moving work at this grade level. Sweet, simple melodies and countermelodies are combined to create a contemplative and sensitive work, while ranges and rhythms...

If you're looking for a special piece that sounds a little harder than it really is, look no further. The rhythmic drive of 'Rejoice!' is just one of the many magical ingredients that will truly excit...

Opening with a dramatic fanfare which incorporates a gracious and flowing melody, this exciting piece builds in power and tension to a bright Allegro. This section incorporates a simple but effective...

Perfect for that reflective moment in your holiday concert, 'On A Peaceful Night' is based on the traditional melody 'Dona Nobis Pacem' (Grant Us Peace.) After a fully-scored introduction, this theme...

'Blaze!' is an exciting and aggressive, fresh sounding work that harnesses the energy and intensity of young musicians. It begins with an explosion of sound, leading to a memorable melodic theme. Mult...

We all know and love the wonderful characters from the classic cartoon adventures of yesteryear. David Shaffer has crafted this clever reincarnation of music from those classics. Opening with Brahms'...

This lighthearted and fun work serves as a humorous scherzo in your concert program. Individual sections of the band are featured as they interject dissonant and dynamic effects in an otherwise tradit...

Lavender's Blue' is an English folk song dating to the 17th century, and has been recorded in various forms since the 20th century, including pop versions that have become hits. This beautiful arrange...

Your young tuba player is about to have the thrill of a lifetime - a piece with a featured solo just for them! 'Not Tu-Bad!' brings your budding tuba star to the forefront, literally, with a clever an...

Beautiful and expressive, the traditional carol 'Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella' is the basis for this lovely, lyrical holiday selection for beginning band. In addition to being very playable, care...

A sparkling concert opener, 'Winner Takes All' has what it takes to command attention, and to make your young band sound mature beyond their years! Fanfare flourishes introduce the piece, adding voice...

Imagine a band made up of panda bears marching in a parade. They'd be marching, and they'd be playing, but there would be a few cute and funny moments because, well, they're pandas, and they can't hel...

The inspiration that motivates composers to create music often originates from a multitude of different sources. Over the last few weeks, numerous band director friends have suggested the creation of...

In the style of the purely American circus march, 'Thunder and Fury' is a concert march with all the excitement of the three-ring circus! Written at an ability level for younger bands, this march will...

Dance Of The Dawn' is a dynamic concert opener for younger bands will electrify your audience from the very beginning! Utilizing effective layering, syncopated melodies, and lush sonorities, this fast...

Divergence can be defined as drawing apart as lines from a common center. 'Divergence' for the young band is based on that concept with melodic lines that draw apart from a common musical center. Melo...

This regal musical statement begins with a powerful fanfare that will make your band sound very mature. The piece develops with a contrasting and majestic melodic line leading to a return of the fanfa...

Beautifully stunning, highly reflective, and deeply emotional best describes this well-crafted hymn penned by celebrated composer James Swearingen. The flowing lines and rich harmonies are scored to t...

'Vanguard Fanfare' is a bold and regal concert opener for young band. A proud, heroic opening statement is followed by a regal, flowing melody. As the melody develops, a countermelody is introduced, a...

Celebrate the fabled Knights of the Round Table with 'Excelsior Fanfare,' a bright and flashy concert opener! The noble main theme features staccato and accented lines from the upper woodwinds and bra...

A tasty little swing tune that is perfect for teaching the swing style to young players. As part of the new Barnhouse Jazz For Developing Concert Bands Series this arrangement includes parts for all o...