Grade 4 (Ruby Series)

The Devil’s Workshop is based on the two most prominent harmonic components of the work. Tritones were, in ancient times, referred to as the ‘devil’s interval.’ Chromatic scales were likewise seen as...

The Mouse King celebrates a rodent leading an imaginary procession, celebrating whatever the listener’s creativity can come up with. The fanfares and drums of a full-sized procession are still present, but are adjusted...

As an intrinsic part of existence, all peoples face adversity, both individually and collectively. When the cause of such adversity is beyond the control of any given party (or parties), it is the heroes who emerge to turn...

Genre: Band# of Players: Standard Level: 4

They Flew Away (and are now at rest) is an elegy dedicated to the many brave pilots who lost their lives in service to our country. The mournful tones of the solo trumpet speak not only of the sorrow at their loss, but the...

This is My Story is a cleverly arranged trumpet solo set around the tune, Blessed Assurance. It is set in a ‘Latin’ style and can utilize extra percussion if so desired.Genre: Solo Trumpet/Cornet with Band | # of...

A fantastic closer to any concert program, A Thousand Inner Voices is sure to challenge musicians and audiences with learning to live with the voices in our heads. This piece was created in collaboration with Dr. Kaitlin...

This inspiring work reminds us that we are all given a gift, and that gift is our passion. When we unite our passions as our community and commit to courageously fulfilling our gifts, we will be connected forever by one...

Upon my arrival in the South in 1971, I became aware of and enamoured with these three hymns. I had done previous settings for voice and piano and subsequently, for soprano solo and wind orchestra. With the passing of time,...

Three Hounds consists of three movements, each movement exploring the personality of three dogs; Terence - The Bassett Hound, Hansel - The Dachshund and Roofus - The English Fox Hound. Terence is very docile, extremely...

Three Laughs is the new champion of novelty pieces! Also available as a percussion ensemble piece, it is scored for wind ensemble and 4 solo percussionists performing on a variety of instruments including electric drills,...

Completed in 1902, Grainger's harmonization of this folk tune captures beautifully the transcendental nature of the text, with masterful use of chromaticism and the Grainger “gliding tones.” Genre: Band | # of...

Set in three contrasting movements, Three Sketches for Wind Band shows off Jack Stamp's signature affinity for polytonal and canonic writing. It was commissioned by the South Central District NC Band Directors for the 2017...

Three Tragic Ballads is a Grade 6, well-suited for the accomplished collegiate wind band. The Three Tragic Ballads – “Danny Deever,” “The Three Ravens,” and “Father and Daughter”...

In writing Three Whimsies, Zaninelli intended to share the many pleasures he experiences as a composer. Each movement has a distinct atmosphere. The Capriccio is bittersweet & mischievous. The Danza is warm and graceful,...

Celebrating the legacy of Marcellus Brown’s tenure as director of bands at Boise State University, Through an Open Door is a lush setting of the spiritual Goin’ Home (Dvorák) that cleverly marries the...