Alfred Young Symphonic Series

The minor harmonies create some neat sounds students would not usually encounter until a higher grade level. There is a great variety of articulation and dynamics that captures the energy of fierce wi...

The winds in foothill communities throughout southern California are often unpredictable and sometimes quite fierce. They can come and go in an instant or blow relentlessly all day. Bluster seeks to m...

Here is a composition that reflects on the innocence of a child, the discovery of the world around them, and the peacefulness of a sleeping baby. After the bold introduction, the first theme brings a...

Through a Child's Eyes is a composition with reflection on the innocence of a child, the discovery of the world around them and the peacefulness of a sleeping baby. After the somewhat bold introductio...

Here is a composition that reflects on the innocence of a child, the discovery of the world around them, and the peacefulness of a sleeping baby. After the bold introduction, the first theme brings a...

One of the most familiar and popular marches ever written is Franz Schubert's Military March No. 1 . Schubert (1797 - 1828) was one of the most prolific composers of all time, having written symphonie...

Falling Leaves is a lush ballad that provides an opportunity for ensembles at any level to explore rubato, tenuto, and vibrato. The inspiration for this work was a beautiful fall day when the leaves w...

The Warriors is a processional march suitable for festival performances or ceremonial purposes, such as a graduation. Written in the style of the noted English composers of the early 20th century, thi...

With tempo markings like Allegro con passione and Prestissimo con fuego, this work includes all the passion and fire needed to grab the audience at your next concert. La Madre de los Gatos derives its...

If victory can be heard, then you've already won. The French horns ignite a fiery drum battle-all is lost. The brass take up the fight in a heart-pounding tour-de-force and triumph. This composition i...

If victory can be heard, then you've already won. The French horns ignite a fiery drum battle-all is lost. The brass take up the fight in a heart-pounding tour-de-force and triumph. This composition i...

If victory can be heard, then you've already won. The French horns ignite a fiery drum battle - all is lost. The brass take up the fight in a heart-pounding tour-de-force and triumph. For Honor, For C...

If victory can be heard, then you've already won. The French horns ignite a fiery drum battle-all is lost. The brass take up the fight in a heart-pounding tour-de-force and triumph. This composition i...

When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere performance was part of the celebration ceremo...

When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere performance was part of the celebration ceremo...

When dreams come true, it is often due to good planning and hard work. This piece was composed to celebrate the opening of a new school, and the premiere performance was part of the celebration ceremo...

The story of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec God of the Wind, and his quest to bring music into the world is told with dramatic contrasts and bold melodies. The sounds of Aztec percussion are featured in this...

The story of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec God of the Wind, and his quest to bring music into the world is told with dramatic contrasts and bold melodies. The sounds of Aztec percussion are featured in this...

The story of Quetzalcoatl, the Aztec God of the Wind, and his quest to bring music into the world is told with dramatic contrasts and bold melodies. The sounds of Aztec percussion are featured in this...

Early in World War I (1916), prior to the USA entering the conflict, Americans joined the French Air Corps. They were originally called the Escadrille Americaine - the name was changed to Escadrille d...

Early in World War I (1916), prior to the USA entering the conflict, Americans joined the French Air Corps. They were originally called the Escadrille Americaine - the name was changed to Escadrille d...

Explorations takes you on a musical journey into uncharted territory with rich harmonies and a multitude of textures. Beginning with a strong statement, the melody moves along with rhythmic interactio...

Explorations takes you on a musical journey into uncharted territory with rich harmonies and a multitude of textures. Beginning with a strong statement, the melody moves along with rhythmic interactio...

Explorations takes you on a musical journey into uncharted territory with rich harmonies and a multitude of textures. Beginning with a strong statement, the melody moves along with rhythmic interactio...

Explorations takes you on a musical journey into uncharted territory with rich harmonies and a multitude of textures. Beginning with a strong statement, the melody moves along with rhythmic interactio...