Steve Hodges: spartiti facile

This catchy tune lets the band cut loose with a strong jump beat powered by an old school bass line and active percussion. A dynamic introduction leads to the melody presented by the trumpets and then...

This energetic overture opens strongly with the low brass presenting a melodic arpeggio motive that recurs throughout the A section of the piece. The B section provides an excellent contrast with an e...

This uplifting march begins with the clarinets presenting the melody over a single snare drum accompaniment. The textures increase as the melody is developed, leading to a heavier minor section featur...

This exciting march evokes the drama of a chase. During Prohibition days the remote waters off northwest Washington's coast were frequently used by smugglers whose regular disappearance was categorize...

Imagine yourself cruising on the expressway in your favorite car with time to burn. This exciting rock piece represents a need for speed and also a need to stay alert! Featuring a solid bass line and...

Imagine yourself cruising on the expressway in your favorite car with time to burn. This exciting rock piece represents a need for speed and also a need to stay alert! Featuring a solid bass line and...

Imagine yourself cruising on the expressway in your favorite car with time to burn. This exciting rock piece represents a need for speed and also a need to stay alert! Featuring a solid bass line and...

Imagine yourself cruising on the expressway in your favorite car with time to burn. This exciting rock piece represents a need for speed and also a need to stay alert! Featuring a solid bass line and...

This clever arrangement of 'Jingle Bells' invites all sections of the band to have some fun. With jazzy variations of the melody, call-and-response interplay, and a dynamic 'big band' ending, this cha...

This expressive piece depicts the courage of the settlers who melded their individual dreams into a unified effort to survive the long journey to their new homes in the west. Upon their arrival, the s...

This piece captures the excitement of setting sail on the open waters. There is ebb and flow as the ship begins the journey, but there are a few anxious moments as the weather becomes more threatening...

This piece captures the excitement of setting sail on the open waters. There is ebb and flow as the ship begins the journey, but there are a few anxious moments as the weather becomes more threatening...

Break out of the daily doldrums with this dynamic rock piece! Featuring a driving bass line, expanded percussion, and exciting themes, each section of the band gets a chance to rock the house!

As the possibilities of summer are gone and the chill of winter is on the horizon, people may reflect on what could have been and what lies ahead. This piece depicts these inward reflections as well a...

As the possibilities of summer are gone and the chill of winter is on the horizon, people may reflect on what could have been and what lies ahead. This piece depicts these inward reflections as well a...

As the possibilities of summer are gone and the chill of winter is on the horizon, people may reflect on what could have been and what lies ahead. This piece depicts these inward reflections as well a...

As the possibilities of summer are gone and the chill of winter is on the horizon, people may reflect on what could have been and what lies ahead. This piece depicts these inward reflections as well a...

With this lively piece you are in for a toe-tappin', hand-clappin' good time! Everyone takes a turn playing the theme while the woodwinds do their best 'fiddle' imitations! A great addition to your li...

Here is an opportunity for the young band to experience elements of reggae music. Percussion and bass sections lay down a strong groove while woodwinds and brass add characteristic off-beat accompanim...

A memorable, plaintive melody presented in a variety of textures highlights this moving piece. Each section of the band has the opportunity to present the expressive theme, while a bold contrasting se...

A memorable, plaintive melody presented in a variety of textures highlights this moving piece. Each section of the band has the opportunity to present the expressive theme, while a bold contrasting se...

A memorable, plaintive melody presented in a variety of textures highlights this moving piece. Each section of the band has the opportunity to present the expressive theme, while a bold contrasting se...

This spirited march would be a perfect choice for a concert opener. Written well within the ranges of first year band students, each section has the opportunity to play the melody or the interesting h...

This spirited march would be a perfect choice for a concert opener. Written well within the ranges of first year band students, each section has the opportunity to play the melody or the interesting h...