Grade 4 (Ruby Series)

Labyrinth is built upon a series of percussion ostinati which set up a modified Afro-Cuban groove. Building intensity through several modulations, culminating in a crescendo which leads to a tremendous climax. As the title...

Lakeside Drawings was written to reflect the contours of the many mountin peaks in northwestern England through the sometimes soaring melodic lines of the composition. It is a piece based on tunes reflecting the aspect and...

Edvard Grieg's Landkjenning, Op. 31 (“Land-Sighting”) is a Grade 4 selection, well-suited for the mature high school or collegiate band. Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 4 | Duration: 7:30...

Figaro, Figaro, Figaro! The fast-flowing verbal gymnastics have been transformed into a nimble usage of tongue and fingers by a euphonium soloist supported by an alert accompaniment, Largo al factotum is an energetic romp...

Laudate is a work consisting of two contrasting elements. After a noble introduction, we hear the first material; a graceful, florid prelude featuring the woodwind section. An interlude follows, preparing the arrival of a...

Utilizing Jimmy Page's electric guitar solo from "Heartbreaker," McCarthy has written an exciting and dramatic piece for concert band (originally for full orchestra. The composer states, "It seemed to me that all the power...

Lift is a thrilling & playful joyride of an overture that gives every section of the ensemble their moment in the spotlight. A real tour-de-force that demands a rousing standing ovation.Genre: Band | # of Players:...

Lift Every Voice and Sing is an uplifting and joyous setting of this historic anthem. The arrangement features the saxophone section and solo sections for alto saxophone. Colorful scoring and varied textures make this a...

In music and in life, we seek to move from dark, challenging times to bright and hopeful futures. In order for this to happen, we rely on the courage of leaders to lead and also the courage of followers to follow! This piece...

The tune Walk in the Light received "bog band" treatment in this fun arrangement from the pen of Australian Barrie Gott. Barrie's originality and flair shine through as his own original music sits comfortably alongside the...

The introduction, Misterioso, of this setting tries to convey a quiet country scene. The English title, The Ash Grove, can be used to conjure a picture of morning mist rising with the sun, through an avenue of trees. The...

Loon-Wolf is a tour-de-force for tuba and band that features the delicate balance of jazz fusion and serious contemporary music that we have come to expect from Daniel McCarthy.Genre: Solo Tuba with Band | # of Players:...

Lucid Dreams begins in a controlled, self-aware dream state. As the dream progresses, it begins to darken and gives way to a nightmare comprised of multiple dreams of various levels of fright. The seemingly endless chain of...

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 4

Dedicated to Ray Cramer for his retirement concert from Indiana University, Maestro! embodies the spirit of the legendary conductor. Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 4 | Duration: 11:30 InstrumentationPiccolo...

Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 4 | Duration: 10:00 InstrumentationPiccolo Flute 1 Flute 2 Oboe 1 Oboe 2 English Horn Solo B-flat Clarinet B-flat Clarinet 1 B-flat Clarinet 2 B-flat Clarinet 3 Bass Clarinet...