Grade 2 (Sapphire Series)

Barry Ward has done a superb job of capturing the jolly spirit of the ever-popular Hunter's Chorus from Weber's opera 'Der FreischŸtz" in his arrangement for young bands. Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 2 |...

Composed in memory of the composer's first composition teacher, Hymn to the Dawn conveys a sense of beauty and longing. Although the title suggests moving forward, the music is meant to reflect the unresolved nature of our...

Composed in memory of the composer's first composition teacher, Hymn to the Dawn conveys a sense of beauty and longing. Although the title suggests moving forward, the music is meant to reflect the unresolved nature of our...

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 2.5 | Duration: 3:00 Instrumentation1st Flute 2nd Flute 1st Oboe* 1st Bb Clarinet 2nd Bb Clarinet 3rd Bb Clarinet Eb Alto Clarinet* Bb Bass Clarinet* 1st Bassoon* 1st Eb Alto...

A trumpet fanfare and flourish of woodwinds set the scene for this vibrant concert opener with thematic material has its origings in the famous Australian folk song Moreton Bay.Genre: Young Band Series | # of Players:...

Incognito explores what unknown things happen in the shadows and depicts our journey toward uncovering answers that only bring about more questions. This cinematic work for young band is sure to bring a stealthy scene to...

Incognito explores what unknown things happen in the shadows and depicts our journey toward uncovering answers that only bring about more questions. This cinematic work for young band is sure to bring a stealthy scene to...

Cavalleria Rusticana is a one-act opera from Pietro Mascagni. The Intermezzo represents the contrast between the very serene lifestyle of the people of a small village and the passionate, often turbulent romance between the...

Into the Unknown is a fast-paced and melodious piece that seeks to capture both the danger and excitement one feels when facing that which is not known. The low brass brings about that ominous sense of danger while the...

Over history, human-kind has sought to explore what lies beyond – we have sailed beyond our shores to unknown lands, taken to the skies to unknown heights, to the ocean to unknown depths. Into the Unknown is a musical...

To be Intrepid one is considered to be fearless, courageous, resolute and bold. Evoking images of brave adventures on the sea and the battle of heroes against their foes, Intrepid carries the narrative of such sentiment in...

The work is programmatic and is written to depict the sparse, rugged iron-ore country and the port industrial centre of Port Hedland which is arguably Australia's "Iron Gate" to the world.Genre: Young Band Series | # of...

Italian Postcards Suite is three-movement gem that captures the composer's different impressions of Italy beautifully, evident in the programmatic titles of each movement – "Last night we danced the Tarantella," "The...

This work is not a traditional jig, beyond its 6/8 time signature, but does have a consistent upbeat, dance-like feel. It also encourages students to whistle, cheer, clap hands, stomp feet, and otherwise participate in the...

Pay homage to the adventurous spirit of the early American pioneers as they blazed their trails westward with Johnnycake Trail. Spirited and bold passages reflect their determination while the lyric middle section represents...

The drums are the raw heartbeat of the jungle. They are the soundtrack for the wild adventures that can be had, venturing where no human has ever set foot. There is something primal about being deep in the forest, surrounded...