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The piece is written in classic overture style. Bold allegro and flowing andante are combined to make this piece an introduction to the classical style for young musicians.

Western Fair is an energetic, uplifting piece that can be fun for both players to perform and listeners to hear.� It is composed using two main melodies that are performed in many forms, combined...

Reverie is a lyrical piece reflecting someone in a dream-like state. It is a peaceful song using repetitive melodic figures, lush harmonies and simple rhythms. The alto saxophone gets a brief solo but...

Utopia is a musical reflection of the bustling life of a big city. It opens using fanfare-like chords, to represent the perfection of this wonderful place. Melody is found in many sections of the band...

Gods of Egypt is a piece composed with the flare of music of the Middle East. A strong opening using a traditional Middle Eastern scale and counter melody immediately create the feel for this piece. T...

Lewis T. Hartsough wrote I Hear Thy Welcome Voice in 1872 at a revival meeting in Epworth, Iowa. This lyrical setting for band explores the rich sonority available to the young concert band. The openi...

Another Mission: Secret is a sequel to the popular Mission: Secret. Much like the original, it is a classic spy tune that is written using a 12-bar blues form. It's made up of a catchy bass line w...

Hoist the sails and get ready to take your young band On the Open Sea. A tuneful melody with care given to foster strong ensemble playing. There are a lot of teachable band moments in this piece and t...

Blessed is a beautiful lyrical piece that uses a chorale style accompaniment to allow the focus to be solely on the melody. Written in ABA form, the song's simple stylistic features allow the ensemble...

Rapa Nui lets you dive into the mysteries of the remote Easter Island. Discover from up close the world famous megalithic statues and embark on a challenging race to become the next Bird-Man. This pie...

Wings of Fortitude is a concert march that reflects that definition: courageous, brave, and having tenacity. A powerful trumpet melody is contrasted with a smoother theme in the woodwinds. The trio se...

This popular piano solo has now been adapted for the concert band. It is a character piece depicting the mysterious nature of gypsies on their travels. The mysteriousness of the work makes it an excel...

This original piece is composed as a light pop tune for concert band. It combines elements of Latin music and rock music. Melody is found in most sections of the band, offering fun for all. (2:00)

This Latin style dance has a taste of American jazz and Afro-Cuban music. Popular in the 1940's and 1950's, the mambo is once again all the rage. With spicy rhythms, a dash of syncopation and a large...

This piece is a Spanish march composed in the traditional style of a pasodoble. It is fast paced and energetic from start to finish and sounds more complicated than it seems! This is something 'a litt...

This piece is composed using a traditional march form, but incorporates the excitement of a bold concert or festival work. Great melodies and countermelodies make this a strong work for developing ban...

A talisman is defined as a stone, ring, or other object engraved with figures or characters supposed to possess occult powers and worn as an amulet or charm. This piece is a medium-easy march designed...

This piece is a lively action packed adventure compressed into a standard march form filled with sword play and spirited exploits. Fun to play and listen to.

The Enchantress March was inspired by this silly little poem from an anonymous author: 'The Enchantress conjures many spells, approach her if you dare. Potions, powders, chants and bells, everyone bew...

The Praetorian Guard was an elite group of soldiers or bodyguards used by the Roman Emperors. This march is a musical depiction of the spectacle that would be viewed as a procession of these soldiers...

An amulet is defined as a small object worn to ward off evil, harm or illness. It is also thought to bring good fortune or good luck-much like a rabbit's foot or four leaf clover. The music then prima...

In August 480 BC, the Battle of Thermopylae, a small mountain pass in central Greece, was fought between an alliance of Greek city-states and the invading Persian Empire of Xerxes I. Vastly outnumbere...

True North Blues has become something of a theme song for the ensemble, as its infectious rhythm and improvised trumpet (harmonica) and trombone solos (the latter with a plunger mute) allow a concert...

Inspired by the sights, sounds, and tastes experienced during the composer's visit to Barcelona and a walk down the streets of La Rambla. 8 players are required to perform this work.

Hoist the sails and get ready to take your young ensemble On the Open Sea- a tuneful melody with care given to foster strong ensemble playing. There are a lot of teachable music moments in this piece...