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The opening theme of Symphonic Variations, stated in a Maestoso unison, provides the musical kernel for the entire work. The composer cleverly exploits all the rhythmic possibilities inherent within the chosen theme to...

The title Symphonies of Gaia uses language of the ancient Greeks. Symphonies refers not to an established genre or form, but simply means "a sounding together." Gaia is the Titan goddess of the earth in Greek mythology, and...

A powerful work. THe opening fanfare of Symphony AD 78 leads directly to an Allegro risoluto, which exudes determination and forthrightness. The second movement follows without a break and is a continuous plaint in which the...

Inspired by the Salem Witch Trials, Symphony for Salem recreates many of the emotional themes that were prominent at the trials. The devil's dance and the love theme of the Proctors are two of the moods depicted in this...

The language of the Symphony for Winds & Percussion is pure Zaninelli - restless, tender, mysterious, muscular, gentle, and at all times captivating.Genre: Wind Orchestra | # of Players: Standard Level: 5 | Duration:...

Symphony No. 1: Leunig’s Prayer Book, was inspired by four prayers written by Australian poet Michael Leunig. Movement titles are derived from each prayer that celebrate the arrival of a new season. The subtitles for...

Setting off with playful and humorous March with a bit of Scherzo mixed in, you next tumble into a modern movement in the style of Philip Glass. Listen for allusions to "Star Trek" in this section! The third and final...

Another major contribution to advanced band repertoire. Epic in proportion, Gillingham's Symphony No. 2 displays the creative scoring and brilliant compositional technique we have associated with this esteemed composer...

This creative and highly appealing composition has been acclaimed as one of the most significant works of Ed Huckeby’s prolific composing career. Inspired by various forms of light present in our everyday environment,...

Symphony on Death & Dying explores the emotions a person may feel after the loss of someone close. The work is cast in four movements played without pause.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 5 | Duration: 17:40...

Each set in the Incredibly Flexible Class Band Series features Rock style compositions suitable for players of one to three years experience. All pieces have fully scored rhythm section parts - Keyboard, Guitar, Bass guitar...

Dedicated to American civil rights activist Medgar Evers, Take My Hand is a lovely setting of "Precious Lord, Take My Hand," featuring optional SATB choir.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration: 4:00...

Filled with bluesy lyricism and masterful counterpoint, Bruce Broughton has crafted a lovely work for 6-part adaptable wind band in his Takin' It Easy that is at times reminiscent of George Gershwin, but always rooted in...

Tales from Dimension X is a programmatic work about a space explorer responding to a distress call. In this quasi-cinematic work inspired by a love of Sci-Fi films, the musicians provide both the soundtrack and the sound...

Ron Goodwin captures all the dignity and grandeur of masted Tall Ships in the form of a fugue with shades of the Baroque era. This is powerful music from a master of the big screen - and the big occasion.Genre: Band | # of...

A Tameside Overture is yet more proof of Philip Sparke's ability to contribute serious band literature which also has definite audience appeal. A fanfare opening followed by the sonorous full band leads to a lively tuneful...