Grade 4

Inspired by the multitude of great melodies written by English master composers such as Purcell, Elgar, Walton, Vaughn Williams, and Britten, Adagio for Winds and Percussion is a moving, powerful work that shows David...

Written to honor one of the preeminent music teachers in Queensland, Australia, And Tears No Bitterness combines the old hymn tune "Abide With Me" and an original tune by Hultgren into a powerful work – at times simple...

The Artist Within was written to depict the journey of an artist from the struggles of the beginning artist to the joy and wonder of an advanced performance. This work begins with a mysterious opening that leads to a...

A great piece to feature your percussion section, this setting of "Carol of the Bells" is a fast and exciting rendition that does not follow the standard outline of the tune. A very unique arrangement, that uses modern...

Strange as it may seem, there was a time, in the United States, when certain dance forms were considered "sinful and depraved." Two of the most notorious dances of that time were rags and tangos. While it is true, that both...

At times dark & intense, at others lyrical and romantic, Jack Stamp's Fountain Creek Fanfare is engaging from beginning to end. After its "crunchy" start, the piece evolves into something much brighter and uplifting by...

At a time when the UK is gripped by turbulent times British composer Michael Brand has taken themes from Holst’s Jupiter from his ‘Planets’ Suite (including the patriotic ‘I vow to thee my...

If Ye Love Me is a paraphrase arrangement of the Thomas Tallis four-part motet of the same name. Hultgren skillfully created a transparent setting giving the original music ‘room’ to speak and the new music a...

After a slow & stately opening, the spirit journeys to a place of rhythmic excitement with driving percussion, vocal effects, and long, lyrical lines.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 4 | Duration: 6:00...

Lift is a thrilling & playful joyride of an overture that gives every section of the ensemble their moment in the spotlight. A real tour-de-force that demands a rousing standing ovation.Genre: Band | # of Players:...

Premiered on March 3, 1887 by the Taffanel Society for Wind Chamber Music in Paris, France, the enchanting wind octet Méditation by Charles Lefèbvre has been lost to posterity until now. Composer Matthew Arau...

Dan Forrest's lush and majestic setting of the ever-popular "America" will take your breath away. Originally arranged for choir and wind ensemble for the United States Air Force Academy Band, this arrangement is infused with...

Remembering a Friend was composed in memory of Leading Seaman Colin Hughes, Royal Australian Navy, who was tragically taken from us in September 2012 whilst on duty in Cairns, Australia. The piece opens by paying slight...

Dedicated to a long-time band director, Shimmering Fanfare reflects her sparkling personality (and choice of concert attire) and is sure to be a hit with students and audience members alike.Genre: Band | # of Players:...

Spin is a brief, exciting concert band work inspired by the composer’s childhood family biking trips in southeastern Minnesota, with frequently-shifting rhythms, colorful orchestration and a racing tempo that...

In writing Three Whimsies, Zaninelli intended to share the many pleasures he experiences as a composer. Each movement has a distinct atmosphere. The Capriccio is bittersweet & mischievous. The Danza is warm and graceful,...