Here's an arrangement by John Higgins which makes this jazz classic accessible to most ensembles. Intriguing chord voicings and strong thematic construction make this chart a sure winner.
The book that started the Essential Elements Band Method features music history right in the book, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letter, quizzes, and a rhythm-based sequence. Effective pedagogy, a...
The second book in the Essential Elements for Band series includes an easy to teach sight-reading system, logical sequence of skills, band arrangements, Dr. Tim parent letters, and more. Effective ped...
If there was ever a pop tune tailor-made for marching band, this is it from the group Europe. With the riveting opening brass fanfare and driving pulse throughout, this one simply cannot be topped!
Higgins - Grade 3-4
Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11)
This impressive work by John Higgins is a descriptive essay for band, reflecting the mysteries of Native American peoples and their kinship with nature. The varied musical sections are subtitled: Ench...
This colorful concert work is based on folk themes of central Africa. It features traditional concert band percussion instruments throughout and easy, repetitive syncopation for the entire band. Secti...
Once again, the Olympic Commitee turned to veteran composer John Williams to write a new work to serve as the official theme for the 100th anniversery of the Olympics. John Higgins has added his touch...
Here is an accessible contemporary band work which reflects upon the 1, 000 years of western musical culture, and explores the mysterious emotions of the changing Millennium. Recurring throughout the...
