Grade 3 (Emerald Series)

Written in memory of two young men that lost their life too soon and inspired by an Emily Dickinson poem, Time’s Uncertain Wing takes the listener through several stages of grief. Gillingham effectively moves us from...

Tinker to Evers to Chance recalls the legendary double-play combination for the Chicago Cubs from 1902-1910. That elegant grace is the underlying motive of the piece.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration:...

Marked by driving staccato eighth note ostinatos that are freely passed around the ensemble, Toccata keeps you on your toes from start to finish.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration: 4:00...

Towards the Light was written with an unrelenting optimism towards the return of brighter days, especially after what can seem like a never-ending period of darkness. Composed as a concert closer, it is hoped that the work...

Composed to demonstrate the versatility of the keyed trumpet, Hummel's concerto is an important milestone in the trumpet repertoire.Genre: Solo Trumpet with Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 / 5 solo | Duration: 10:00...

Based on Josquin Desprez's motet Tu Pauperum Refugium, this work begins with soul-settling chords, then moves off into the complex polyphony Josquin perfected 500 years ago. A beautiful arrangement for band.Genre: Band | #...

Are you fed up with all the usual tunes? Here are two evocative originals which can lend a touch of individuality to your Christmas. They stand on their own or as a fine contrasting pair.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard...

Commissioned following the passing of a high school student with cancer, Unwavering Heart is a touching overture that reflects her brave, positive, and supportive spirit and spreads her message of love to all who play and...

Based on the hymn tune "My Faith Looks Up To Thee," Valleywood Overture begins with a soft introspective portion full of lush harmonies. The second section is faster with a tuneful melody that bounces along leading back into...

Bands and audiences alike are sure to enjoy these fun and exciting variations on original theme. A simple marching tune transforms into a Copland-style Rodeo treatment, a beautiful lament and, finally returns in a dazzling...

Inspired by the wonderful "Variations on a Korean Folk Song" by John Barnes Chance, Variations on a Scottish Folk Song builds variations on the traditional song "Ye Banks and Braes." It has a particularly beautiful and...

Recall a moment of great celebration - a goal scored to win an important game, a great exam mark after months of work, a new job or any other fantastic moment of triumph in life. Victory Dance is music that reflects a moment...

Vox in Aeternum features the rich, dark low brass and woodwinds echoing the voices of a harmonious men’s choir in call-and-response with the upper woodwinds. The dramatic arc of the piece will take your breath away as...

Brahms' beautiful Waltz in A-flat Major is an item of repertoire that is familiar to many - even if it's not known by name! Published as one of a set of 16 waltzes for piano (Opus 39:15), it has been transcribed for wind...

Waltz? is a fantasy about the character Laura in the Tennessee Williams play, 'The Glass Menagerie.' Laura is a young woman with one leg in a brace that hampers her walk slightly. When a gentleman caller comes to dinner, her...

The music of War, Women and Witchcraft is a web with strands of magic, a romantic impression of the Scottish landscape and the sounds of battle using fanfare-like figures and drum effects, and a lovely melody near the end...