Brian Balmages

A Sequel to Moscow, 1941. Arranged for Symphony Orchestra

Written to honor United Sound, this piece recognizes that special needs students do not have to be identified by their deficits---rather, they can be identified by their "superpowers." It may be a stu...

Warm-up Fundamentals was conceived as a tool for directors to use as part of a daily ensemble routine. It covers important fundamental concepts such as breathing, long tones, interval slurs, articulat...

Dark, sinister and fun - these words describe this wonderfully inventive piece that paints a picture of shadows marching in unison through hallways, dark corners, and anywhere else the imagination wou...

Dark, sinister and fun - these words describe this wonderfully inventive piece that paints a picture of shadows marching in unison through hallways, dark corners, and anywhere else the imagination wou...

Dark, sinister and fun - these words describe this wonderfully inventive piece that paints a picture of shadows marching in unison through hallways, dark corners, and anywhere else the imagination wou...

Dark, sinister and fun - these words describe this wonderfully inventive piece that paints a picture of shadows marching in unison through hallways, dark corners, and anywhere else the imagination wou...

Inspired by greats such as Shostakovich and Kabalevsky, this quick-paced galop combines some slight comedic elements with intense rhythms as the entire work drives forward. Covering a wide gamut of st...

The dragonflies will be buzzing around your concert stage when you select this wonderful piece for your concert program. Ideal to strengthen brass players and teach some elementary ear training, the b...

The dragonflies will be buzzing around your concert stage when you select this wonderful piece for your concert program. Ideal to strengthen brass players and teach some elementary ear training, the b...

This well-developed lyrical selection hardly sounds like a grade 1.5 and is very appropriate for upper-level ensembles as well. Brian uses some innovative effects as he portrays the sound of a gentle...

This well-developed lyrical selection hardly sounds like a grade 1.5 and is very appropriate for upper-level ensembles as well. Brian uses some innovative effects as he portrays the sound of a gentle...

This 4-movement multicultural suite provides a wealth of teaching and performance opportunities, especially at the beginning level. Each movement is based on a Smithsonian National Museum in Washingto...

This 4-movement multicultural suite provides a wealth of teaching and performance opportunities, especially at the beginning level. Each movement is based on a Smithsonian National Museum in Washingto...

Based on the Deep Impact mission in which scientists crashed a probe into a comet at approximately 23,000 mph, the composer writes, 'So what would it be like if someone could actually grab on to one o...

This musical celebration seeks to embody the very magic that is music - the ability to transcend all languages and communicate any emotion. A successful performance of this work will surely bring abou...

This musical celebration seeks to embody the very magic that is music - the ability to transcend all languages and communicate any emotion. A successful performance of this work will surely bring abou...

This musical celebration seeks to embody the very magic that is music - the ability to transcend all languages and communicate any emotion. A successful performance of this work will surely bring abou...

This musical celebration seeks to embody the very magic that is music - the ability to transcend all languages and communicate any emotion. A successful performance of this work will surely bring abou...

This symphonic hoedown is reminiscent of Aaron Copland and salutes the rich traditions of the Rocky Mountains. Spirited melodies intertwine with engaging, easily achievable rhythms as the work evokes...