Underrepresented Composers

We recognize that we have a responsibility to give voice to underrepresented composers. While we are actively pursuing initiatives to diversity our catalog, we wanted to shine a light on pieces we publish to help you make your programming more inclusive.

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  • Incognito (Band Gr. 1.5)
    Incognito (Band Gr. 1.5) $60.00 Choose Options
    Incognito explores what unknown things happen in the shadows and depicts our journey toward uncovering answers that only bring about more questions. This cinematic work for young band is sure to bring a stealthy scene to...
  • Into the Unknown (Band Gr. 2)
    Into the Unknown (Band Gr. 2) $70.00 Choose Options
    Into the Unknown is a fast-paced and melodious piece that seeks to capture both the danger and excitement one feels when facing that which is not known. The low brass brings about that ominous sense of danger while the...
  • Into the Void (Band Gr. 5)
    Into the Void (Band Gr. 5) $150.00 Choose Options
    Loosely depicting the composer's take on an out-of-body experience, this advanced work fully exploits the many colors a wind ensemble can produce and takes listeners on an incredible journey "into the void".Genre: Band | #...
  • Jig for Concert Band
    Jig for Concert Band $60.00 Choose Options
    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...
  • Jingo (Magen Miller)
    Jingo (Magen Miller) $90.00 Choose Options
    Jingo is an explosively rousing piece that is not for the feint of heart. With hard-driving ostinatos layered with soaring melodic lines, it represents the frustration and fear one feels in association with war.Genre: Band |...
  • Journey of Exploration
    Journey of Exploration $80.00 Choose Options
    Journey of Exploration features appealing melodies with exciting rhythmic accompaniments that are presented in a fresh sounding work of style and substance.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3 | Duration: 6:00...
  • Joyous Homage, A (Band Gr. 4)
    Joyous Homage, A (Band Gr. 4) $92.00 Choose Options
    This stunning original work for wind band is filled with energy, excitement, and life. This piece will definitely leave the conductor and performers humming its tuneful melodies. An ideal opener for your next concert!Genre:...
  • Jumpstart Fanfare (Band Gr. 3)
    Jumpstart Fanfare (Band Gr. 3) $75.00 Choose Options
    Jumpstart Fanfare provides a perfectly spirited polyphonal theme that’ll surely wake up your audience if they haven't had their coffee yet. A powerful celebratory anthem for your next concert or festival program that...
  • Kings of Old
    Kings of Old $60.00 Choose Options
    Kings of Old captures the regal and majestic sounds that might be heard in the royal court. Opening with horn and clarinet solos against low brass and sung "ahs," the piece moves into a royal procession, fully utilizing the...
  • Kojiki (Band Gr. 5)
    Kojiki (Band Gr. 5) $200.00 Choose Options
    Adapted from the writings of the Kojiki, the ancient chronicle of the creation of Japan, this impressive work by Quincy Hilliard is organized into 7 sections (or "chapters").Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Series: N/A ...
  • Leap! (Band Gr. 3)
    Leap! (Band Gr. 3) $60.00 Choose Options
    Starting with a steady percussion beat, woodwinds help build the anticipation until brought together with the brass to create a bouncy melody. Rises and falls in the progression help give the sensation of leaping while at...
  • Lessons from Mother Earth (Band Gr. 2.5)
    Lessons from Mother Earth (Band Gr. 2.5) $65.00 Choose Options
    Is THIS the year elementary students from K-2 come to one of your concerts – and know the melody from one of your pieces? Lessons from Mother Earth offers an opportunity to build a relationship between local...
  • Lewis and Clark
    Lewis and Clark $70.00 Choose Options
    Using the folk songs "New Rigged Ship" and "Jefferson & Liberty," the exciting story of the Lewis and Clark expedition launches a musical journey of discovery and exploration.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Level: 3...
  • Lift Every Voice (Band Gr. 3.5) [Johnson]
    Lift Every Voice (Band Gr. 3.5) [Johnson] $75.00 Choose Options
    Lift Every Voice is a contemporary arrangement of what has been deemed the African American Anthem. This arrangement takes the listener on a journey: From the song‘s origins through the tumultuous times of the Civil...
  • Little Bush Buddha, The (Band Gr. 2.5)
    Little Bush Buddha, The (Band Gr. 2.5) $75.00 Choose Options
    It is possible that the Australian koala will become extinct in our lifetime. Only 61000 remain in the wild (and an estimated 60000 were lost in the 2019-2020 bushfires). Whether you program both sections of the work, or...
  • Living Wild on a Tamed Planet (Band Gr. 2-3.5)
    Living Wild on a Tamed Planet (Band Gr. 2-3.5) $67.50 Add To Cart
    Living Wild on a Tamed Planet consists of three composing pieces for wind bands from Grades 2-3 that spotlight three endangered species.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Series: TPTC: Emerging Level: 2-3.5 | Duration:...
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