Grade 3 (Emerald Series)

Written in honor of a new-born nephew, Watch the Light is a inspiring ballad that reminds us to always look ahead and be optimistic for whatever the future may bring. Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 |...

Dating back to the 1700s, this Scottish folk song was initially known as “O Waly, Waly.” This free setting of The Water Is Wide connects original music with the source melody in a continuous unfolding of melodic...

Dating back to the 1700s, the Scottish folk song The Water is Wide was initially known as O Waly, Waly. This free setting connects original music with the source melody in a continuous unfolding of melodic and motivic...

Water Spirits is a feature for 7 percussionists and band that was inspired by the mysteries surrounding Lake Minnewanka "which translates to "water of the spirits") in the eastern area of Banff National Park (Alberta,...

Extracted from Gackstatter's larger work, "Grouse Creek Symphony," The Water opens with a lush chorale in the woodwinds. A peaceful, rolling 6/8 follows conjuring up images of a running stream.Genre: Band | # of Players:...

Commencing with an original theme based on the first five notes of the Australian folk song We're Bound for Botany Bay, this work attempts to portray the hustle and bustle of Australia's early settlement days. Genre: Concert...

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3.5 | Duration: 5:20 InstrumentationFlute 1/Piccolo Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2* Bb Clarinet 1 Bb Clarinet 2 Bb Clarinet 3 Eb Alto Clarinet* Bb Bass Clarinet * Bassoon 1 Bassoon 2* Alto...

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3.5 | Duration: 3:10 InstrumentationFlute 1/Piccolo Flute 2 Oboe 1 & 2 B-flat Clarinet 1 B-flat Clarinet 2 B-flat Clarinet 3 E-flat Alto Clarinet B-flat Bass Clarinet Bassoon 1...

Written in memory of a well-beloved band director, When Tomorrow Comes combines original melodies and the school’s alma mater to create a truly heartfelt and reflective work.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level:...

Where Dreams Dance is virtuosic showpiece for solo euphonium and young band. It unfolds as a theme and three variations, each accompanied by a different section of the ensemble – first the dark & driving...

Inspired by the Native American ideal to live in harmony with nature, Where the Waters Gather seeks to create greater understanding and respect of these people. Traditional Native American themes throughout add to the...

Like a wind-up watch losing the ability to keep time, Wind Down begins with lively, upbeat material before gradually calming down into a slow coda.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration: 5:00...

Wind Turbines by Daniel Chisham is a fun and energetic piece that draws upon polyrhythms and innovative percussion techniques. Inspired by the wind farms of Western Oklahoma, it contains rich imagery through the use of...

Windpower evokes the relentless machine-like rhythm of a modern industrial engine powered by air. The machine minder lives next to this world every day, but during his work his mind drifts to more pleasant pursuits; a walk...

Hoedowns, square dances, still and starry nights on the prairie, and horses galloping on the plains. Be transported to the prairies with this accessible work for concert band. Built in two contrasting sections, Fisher...

Composed while Fernandez was studying in London, England, Windsor Processional was written on the occasion of his brother's wedding. This lovely piece features memorable melodies and counterlines that are passed around the...