Grade 4 (Ruby Series)

In February 2023, a great songwriter and composer left us. Burt Bacharach arguably wrote more memorable melodies in the 20th century than any other composer. He had a style that was instantly recognizable – sublimely...

In February 2023, a great songwriter and composer left us. Burt Bacharach arguably wrote more memorable melodies in the 20th century than any other composer. He had a style that was instantly recognizable – sublimely...

Celebrating the retirement of a Florida band director, A Rose Blooms Forth is a dramatic work for wind band that combines fragments from Florida State University’s alma mater, Hymn to the Garnet & Gold, and...

Composed for the Greenbrier High School “Wolfpack” Band (Evans, GA), As Old and True as the Sky follows a community’s meaningful journey through conflict, devotion, and unity. Three distinct themes evolve...

After a dark & driving jaunt through ever-changing meters, Can You Hear, the Wind is Howling settles into more common compound meters. Eventually, light overtakes the dark, moving into a bright & joyful A-flat major...

Some say that when a pet is at the end of their life, they are crossing the rainbow bridge. Crossing aims to capture this belief through moments of joy and heartache, eventually finding peace. This work will surely evoke an...

An exciting way to kick off a concert or festival, Fanfare X challenges every section in the band to put their heart and soul into the performance! Starting with a timpani solo, it quickly transitions into bold, rhythmic...

With trumpet calls, fanfares, and a fast-paced pursuit, bands and audiences are sure to enjoy this programmatic show-piece.Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard Series: Ruby Band Series Level: 4.5 | Duration: 3:40...

May The Road Rise To Meet You is a lush, expressive work for concert band. Written in the style of a Celtic air, the beautifully lyrical melodies are inspired by a traditional Irish blessing wishing one good fortune on the...

More Thunder, More Blazes launches from the familiar motives of the well-known Fučik march from which it draws its title, then uses those themes as a backdrop for the ensemble and soloists to show off with exuberant feats of...

Polar Bear Parade is a concert march that will delight your audience with catchy melodies and a familiar formal structure and challenge your players with unexpected (tonal) chromaticism. Genre: Band | # of Players: Standard...

Using a poem by Vivan Smith as its impetus, capturing the beauty and haunting qualities of the landscape of the island, the lyrics of Tasmania were originally put to music in 1989 by Australian (and Tasmanian) composer Don...

Experience the grandeur of the mountains of North Carolina through this exceptional work for wind band. Commissioned by the Wachovia Winds Youth Wind Ensemble as part of a series to write new music for North Carolina bands,...

Vulnerable Joy is inspired by the self-sacrifice, commitment and humility of the mother Humpback whale. With a horn feature and a set of inspirational materials available via QR code on each part, this conservation work is...