Mallet Percussion Duet With Concert Band-Take your two best percussionists stage them up front and let them dazzle your audience with this clever feature for two xylophone players (or 1 xylophone and 1 marimba). Using the classic Dueling Banjos Richard Saucedo haswritten a great novelty with easy band parts as accompaniment.

This distinctive six-movement suite is one of Jim Curnow's most requested works. Inspired by the writings of Saint Francis of Assisi the suite succeeds in expressing his love for peace and his respect for all creatures. Eachmovement is a short tone poem that uses the modern concert band as the vehicle for creating spectacular musical images.I. PrologueII. Brother SunIII. Sister Moon and StarsIV. Brother FireV.Mother EarthVI. EpilogueRecorded live in concert in December 2013 by the Orchestre à Vents Non Identifié (OVNI) of Montreal - Mr. Jonathan Dagenais conductor

This choral work by John Rutter translates beautifully for concert band. Arranged by Greg Bimm this will be a great concert opener.

Written in 1943-44 as a ballet for Martha Graham Appalachian Spring is one of Aaron Copland's most celebrated compositions and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1945. In this edition for concert band Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted the most striking and beautiful sections from the orchestral suite. The work ranges in scope from delicate and soloistic to the overpowering force of the full ensemble culminating with Copland's signature setting of ?Simple Gifts?.A wonderful opportunity for band members and their audiences to enjoy this beloved music from one of America's pre-eminent composers.Instrumentation:Piccolo 4 x Flute I 4 x Flute II 2 x Oboe 2 x Bassoon 4 x Clarinet I 4 x Clarinet II 4 x Clarinet III 2 x Bass Clarinet 2 x Alto Saxophone I 2 x Alto Saxophone II 2 x Tenor Saxophone Baritone Saxophone 3 x Trumpet I 3 x Trumpet II 3 x Trumpet III Horn I Horn II Trombone Trombone II Baritone.

Written in 1943-44 as a ballet for Martha Graham Appalachian Spring is one of Aaron Copland's most celebrated compositions and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1945. In this edition for concert band Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted the most striking and beautiful sections from the orchestral suite. The work ranges in scope from delicate and soloistic to the overpowering force of the full ensemble culminating with Copland's signature setting of ?Simple Gifts?.A wonderful opportunity for band members and their audiences to enjoy this beloved music from one of America's pre-eminent composers.Instrumentation:Piccolo 4 x Flute I 4 x Flute II 2 x Oboe 2 x Bassoon 4 x Clarinet I 4 x Clarinet II 4 x Clarinet III 2 x Bass Clarinet 2 x Alto Saxophone I 2 x Alto Saxophone II 2 x Tenor Saxophone Baritone Saxophone 3 x Trumpet I 3 x Trumpet II 3 x Trumpet III Horn I Horn II Trombone Trombone II Baritone.

Commissioned by the National Honorary Band Fraternity and Sorority of Kappa Kappa Psi this brilliant work is exemplary of Claude T. Smith's consummate mastery of the concert band medium. The four definitive movements reflect hisrhythmic inventiveness melodic exuberance and disinctive harmonic sense.

Richard Saucedo has created an attention-getting fanfare that's packed with raw energy. This exciting yet playable work is a perfect choice to let your band open a concert with dramatic flare and confidence. Dur: 1:45 (Grade 3)

The merger of the first Nation and modern Albertan cultures-Drums of the Saamis was commissioned by the Medicine Hat Concert Band Society of Medicine Hat Alberta Canada. The piece chronicles the merger of the First Nation (first natives) and modern Albertan cultures.The opening tribal drums followed by the haunting melody simulating the traditional wooden flute comprise two themes that are the foundation for the entire piece. Both elements are developed varied and enhanced throughout as the listener senses the increasing influence of modern day Alberta through the use of modern sounding chords and rhythms.By the end the marriage of the old and the new is complete. This powerful work closesas it began; a restatement of themes representing the musical and historical foundation of the region. Dur: 5:00

This popular song recorded by Sarah McLachlan draws its appeal from poignant melodies and meaningful lyrics. Michael Brown has skillfully created an effective concert piece for band using a variety of textures and emotional contours.

Composed in 2014 this piece commemorates anniversaries of important events in American history: the writing of The Star Spangled Banner in 1814 the beginning of World War 1 in 1914 and the Allied invasion of Nazi-occupied France in 1944. The primary theme is original with motives from America the Beautiful and The Star Spangled Banner interwoven throughout. A well-conceived and skillful lyric treatment for the young concert band.

Trumpet Solo Feature-Among the most beautiful of all melodies written by this master of light composition this selection is well known the world over. Feature your best trumpeter in this original version. The work has been completely re-engraved with a full score for the very first time and contains all the parts for concert band performance.

Constructed between 1915 and 1928 the Tamiami Trail (U.S. Highway 41) provides over 260 miles of scenic Florida beauty between Tampa and Miami. On the Tamiami Trail reflects on this journey and pays tribute to the Suncoast Concert Band of Sarasota (along the trail) and its director emeritus Leo Laier. The opening fanfare sets the mood and leads to the energetic first theme. Subsequently a Latin influence is introduced along with an expressive middle theme before returning to the energetic flavor of the opening strains. A dynamic and varied overture for winds. Dur: 6:15