Programming

Hot Cha-Cha is an authentic and danceable work featuring infectious Latin unison rhythms and appealing melodies. Comfortable ranges for winds and brasses.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 2 | Duration: 2:20...

Inspired by the release of Nelson Mandela in the early 1990s, Hymn for Africa pays tribute to the sense of dignity and peace that he brought not only to South Africa, but around the entire globe. As the beautifully lush...

As the title suggests, I Have a Dream a musical tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King." The piece parallels his famous speech in three sections: March on Washington, Trials and Tribulations, and Free At Last, which is a setting...

The title, Immortal Dream is taken from a verse of the traditional Irish ballad, “Old Skibereen.” This poignant song is full of tragedy and passion, describing the Irish famine of 1846-47. While most of the...

In a Garden With Koi creates a peaceful image of walking through a Japanese garden and sitting by a pond filled with those large, beautiful and docile goldfish (koi). Take your young band students on a trip to the Far East...

While much of the indigenous music of Bali is played on percussion instruments, not woodwind & brass as in a concert band, there are certain aspects of the style captured within Indah Pagi. The narrative of the music is...

Two more items from Kevin Thompson's "And The Band Played On" collection are now published as a pair. Both require different skills; the Intrada is ideal for developing overall sound and the charming Brazilian Folk Song...

Published in 1962 this is one of many fine marches composed by Erik Leidzén. Full of interest and originality this march delves into keys not normally ventured in march writing which adds to the tonal color of the...

Consisting of three Celtic-infused melodies, Irish features three contrasting sections – a nostalgic & heartfelt ballad, a rollicking & energetic jig, and a quick toe-tapping reel. Genre: Band | # of Players:...

Genre: Band# of Players: Standard Level: 3.5

Irish Washerwoman is one of the most well-known and beloved Irish jigs. This arrangement for solo xylophone and concert band originally appeared in a collection of Irish tunes for xylophone and marimba trio, titled "The...

A stunning setting of an ancient Italian Carol. Consistent with Zaninelli's contrapuntal skills, after first offering us a warm, tender exposition of the ancient carol, he then presents an original section of pastoral...

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...

Let this medley of three Jamaican folksongs, presented in a cheerful calypso style, transport you to far off lands with sun, sea, sand, and syncopation!Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration: 3:00...

Blending a traditional Korean folk song with standard concert band timbres, David Gillingham's colorful work is sure to be a fresh and welcome addition to your ensemble's repertoire.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard...

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...