The result of a collaborative commission by the U.S. Air Force Academy Band the U.S. Coast Guard Band the U.S. Military Academy Band and the U.S. Naval Academy Band this major work for band takes its title from a quoteattributed to Thomas Jefferson “Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty ” and a variation of the West Point motto “The Long Gray Line.” Opening with a tribute to those who have gone before in service toour country a solemn noble theme is presented that reappears near the end of the composition. The main body of the work is a series of march-like themes and idiomatic fragments culminating in a glorious full-band fanfare.Following a restatement of the “noble” theme a stirring coda brings the music to a climactic close. Dur: 8:30 (Grade 5) (E.B. Marks)

From the noted Marks Choral Library is this truly dynamic setting of our nation's creed. An effective audience participation number that is ideal for combining both young and older voices. Available: Unison/SATB.

Opening with a stately Intrada followed by a moving Siciliano and melodic Scherzo and concluding with the spirited Gigue this piece by Alfred Reed is excellent for contest and festivals. Recorded by the Hiroshima Wind Orchestra - Yoshihiro Kimura conductor. This recording courtesy of Brain Company Ltd. Hiroshima Japan.

A collection of Ragtime classics by Scott Joplin arranged for B flat Clarinet and Piano by Marcel G. Frank. Contents: The Entertainer Scott Joplin's New Rag The Easy Winners Pleasant Moments and The Cascades.

An elementary method with a large collection of easy-to-play pieces by Florence White and Anni Bergman.

Composed nearly 50 years ago (1957) this masterpiece from the late Alfred Reed displays his characteristic style and total command of wind band orchestration. Composed using a single theme and two fanfare figures that are woventhroughout this concise work stands out as a true classic in the repertoire. (4:30)This recording used with permission from the Klavier Music Productions CD K 11130. “Alfred Reed Live! Volume 4 –Acclamation!” by the Otonowa Wind Symphonica – Toro Ito conductor

1. Song Without Words 2. Shortenin' Bread Boogie 3. Toy Bugle 4. Sweet Tooth 5. The Case Of The Mysterious Violin 6. Quiet Moment 7. Razzle Dazzle 8. Let's Have A Party

Adapted from the well-known piano composition Graceful Ghost Rag here is William Bolcom's own very elegant and effective version for symphonic band. Written in a moderate ragtime tempo this work utilizes a transparentscoring style along with soloistic passages contrasted with brief soli features for various sections of the ensemble. Unique and rewarding. Dur: 4:00 (Grade 4)