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Before scientists could predict a total eclipse, there were many instances of madness and even death from the chaos caused by the sun disappearing. Path of Totality tries to capture the feeling the ancients must have felt...

Pathfinders derives its title from the Air Force Squadron of the same name. The music portrays the grandeur of flight and the robust nature of the gallant airmen of the squadron.Genre: Young Band Series | # of Players:...

Patriot's Point March is a 6/8 march written for maximum effect with a young band. A snappy march evoking patriotism from beginning to end. Ideal for teaching and reinforcing 6/8 march style that an audience will hum...

A beautiful slow dance that captures the essence of beauty. The Pavane pulls at the audience and causes a reaction of quiet reflection. Musicians will share the joy of playing this wonderful composition.Genre: Band | # of...

Pax, originally in McMichael's "Rose Quartet" for piano and string trio, is melodic, moving and instantly appealing to listeners and performers alike. With a superb musical journey, it will enhance any concert. A memorable...

Peace Dancer is inspired by the First Nations text of the same name by Roy Henry Vickers (Squamish Nation). Whilst this text afforded many music making opportunities, the composer chose to focus on one moment... “We...

Michael Brand's unique setting of this French carol will grab your attention from the opening saxophone duet through the lush harmonies of the full ensembles to the sparse yet effective percussion scoring.Genre: Band | # of...

Genre: Band# of Players: Standard Level: 2.5

Pedal to the Metal is an English phrase meaning “hurry up” (as in the analogy of pressing the car accelerator to the metal floor). The phrase also means working diligently and efficiently to get something...

A subtle beginning leading to an exciting motive and up tempo tune defines this classic piece by Gary Gacksttter. The People features a memorable melody with exciting treatment of percussion as well as woodwinds and brass...

Originally written for full orchestra, Bourgeois reworked Perchance to Dream for wind ensemble in a lovely setting. The piece has a slow introduction followed by a loose sonata form movement in which the introductory...

Give the percussion section a workout with Stuart Johnson's Percussion Perspectives I. Very accessible yet dramatic piece.Genre: Solo Percussion Section with Band | # of Players: Standard + 6 Level: 4 | Duration: 4:10...

Ideal scoring for a young band, The Persia is an excellent piece illustrating the programatic nature of music. Based on a tune also known as 'Port Huron's Rockbound Shore', this piece musically portrays the essence of a...

Persistence of Time features an exciting additive process that captures the audience. Exciting to play, also. An underlying feeling of movement persists throughout the piece and keeps listeners on the edge of their chairs...

Originally arranged for unison choir and orchestra by Gustav Holst, Michael Brand has brilliantly scored this lovely medieval Christmas carol for concert band.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 2 | Duration: 2:35...

Originally composed for an orchestra with flexible instrumentation, Jack Stamp reworked the piece for flexible wind band. The word Pervicacity means stubborn, which is highlighted in the recurring three-note motive...