Spartiti per Banda di C.L. Barnhouse Company

A very relaxing and appealing concert band piece for younger concert bands. Full of lush scoring, this piece give everyone in the band a change to shine. Very accessible and sounds great!

There are composers about whom nothing or only little is known, who are only known through their works or even through one work only. Luigi Carvelli is one of them: He lived in the second half of the...

Opening with a bold and powerful statement, this piece introduces repetitive rhythmic and thematic fragments, slowly at first, and building to an energetic and dramatic finish.

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...

This concert piece displays lyrical themes and challenging rhythmic motives including a 7/8 measure which has become a trademark of Claude's writing. A perfect choice for an advanced middle school or...

This concert medley is based on some of America's favorite folk songs: 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home,' 'Aura Lee' and 'Bound for the Promised Land'. A trumpet solo is featured in 'Aura Lee'

Written in the great European march style, this wonderful piece has great musical appeal without overly technical demands.

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...

Dance-like in nature, this setting of the Brazilian folk song 'Tutu Maramba' explores a variety of musical textures. A wonderful opportunity for the percussion section to create an authentic Latin per...

Memorable melodies, a bold trumpet section feature and a delightful flute/piccolo line are just a few ingredients that make this historically based original march stand out. Well-scored and an excelle...

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!

Following a bold beginning, this piece comes alive utilizing a spirited circle dance as the main programmatic material. This captivating work has become a favorite. Excellent for festivals or to liven...

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...

The sparkling opening of this dramatic overture along with triumphant brass sounds set the stage for an engaging musical journey. Beautiful melodic moments and rhythmic interest will keep musicians an...

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.

Intricate rhythmic patterns are developed and unique harmonic texture is created through imaginative symphonic band scoring in this exciting and spectacular piece. Intriguing for performer and audienc...

South American rhythms and melodies were the inspiration for this exciting work. An abundance of syncopation, meter changes and modulations will keep performers and audience engaged. Effective and app...

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 impressive overture begins triumphantly and offers opportunities for trumpets, horns, percussion, clarinets, trombones and saxophones to be featured. A perfect selection to show off your bands sk...