James Curnow: spartiti medio

Based on the traditional American shaped-note melody The Promised Land (first published in the 1800's), Beyond the Stars captures the spirit of the early American church musicians who voiced their ent...

Based on the traditional American shaped-note melody The Promised Land (first published in the 1800's), Beyond the Stars captures the spirit of the early American church musicians who voiced their ent...

We're pleased to release this vigorous and venturesome new piece from our foremost composer of mature wind band literature. After a brilliant fanfare opening, the main theme is woven through variation...

Intriguing modes, authentic rhythms and vivid orchestrational contrasts are hallmarks of James Curnow's masterfully-crafted Appalachian Dances. The enchanting authentic Appalachian fiddle melodies ar...

What a great energetic way to open your Christmas concert and bring focus to the joyful sounds of the season! Themes from Spain, Czechoslovakia, Poland, England and France lead us on a delightful Chri...

Commissioned for the University of Massachusetts Lowell New England Youth Wind Ensemble, this significant composition by James Curnow is a pure delight. Interesting percussion and a wide range of expe...

Commissioned for the University of Massachusetts Lowell New England Youth Wind Ensemble, this significant composition by James Curnow is a pure delight. Interesting percussion and a wide range of expe...

This is sure to be one of those orchestral transcriptions that finds a permanent place in the realm of concert band literature. Holst's ability to develop and explore folk melodies with rich, lyrical...

The list of large-scale holiday pieces that groups can really sink their teeth into can sometimes be found lacking. In Overture to a Winter Festival Jim Curnow borrows excerpts from some songs and car...

For the Olympic Flag - Commissioned by the Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games Cultural Olympiad in honor of the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games Written to be played by the Olympic Band whenever the...

Edvard Grieg is probably the best known of all Norwegian composers. He was one of the most important figures during the nationalistic romantic period and his music always contained the essence of this...

From the dynamic, driving introduction to the expressively lyric Andante cantabile, Concertpiece for Trumpet was created to showcase both the technical and lyrical qualities of the trumpet. Whethercas...

This richly varied and full-sounding combination of holiday favorites has just a touch of European flair! ing, You can't help but capture the joy these carols bring, in an arrangement that will appeal...

Tchaikovsky's lovely, melancholy melody was inspired by a poem that speaks of great sadness. Print the poem in your program, or have it recited as the band plays to create a deeply moving tribute to a...

Lovely and delicate, this familiar Welsh lullaby is simple yet strong, in a beautifully scored setting. This is a familiar folksong that has stood the test of time, and deservedly so, and will deeply...

Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard, Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in...

Commissioned by the Glenbard East High School Music Department of Lombard, Illinois in grateful appreciation for the 34 year teaching career of Ross Kellan and his tireless commitment to excellence in...

A thrilling opener for your holiday concert! You are certain to enjoy this rich and energetic new arrangement. The feeling of anticipation and prelude is carefully maintained as the melodic ideas unfo...

James Curnow presents an outstanding new overture for band. A wealth of enchanting musical ideas are masterfully developed and contrasted in this magnificent composition. What a delightful musical sta...

Based on Marc-Antoine Charpentier's (1634-1704) Te Deum, Fanfare and Flourishes for a Festive Occasion was originally commissioned for the 1991 European Brass Band Championships held in Rotterdam, Hol...