John Higgins

From the composer of Pueblo and Black Wolf Run comes yet another outstanding piece for younger bands. This new suite is based on the simple, diatonic melodies that come from the rich musical culture o...

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...

A sparkling montage for the Christmas season. Includes: Carol of the Bells, Jingle Bells and Silver Bells.

Celtic Ritual captures the unique mix of joy and sadness in the Celtic culture, forged by a thousand years of fighting for freedom. John Higgins' dramatic work also depicts the legendary race of super...

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...

Here is a captivating piece for young band that explores the intrinsic beauty of the earth and man's quest to preserve it. John Higgins' imaginative composition uses contemporary sounds and techniques...

In 1985, an unprecedented collaboration of recording artists created this benefit project for African famine relief. Now 25 years later, the recording industry has stepped up again with a remake of th...

At last...a creative, inspirational setting of this patriotic masterpiece arranged especially for the needs of developing bands. It's full of contrasts and effects that are normally found only in more...

John Higgins' setting of Moussorgsky's famous work retains all the mystery and drama of the original while making it accessible to developing ensembles. It's a powerful addition to any performance!

Higgins - Grades 4-5

From the creative mind of John Higgins comes this spirited feature for your trombone section. Set in a lighthearted Dixieland style, it includes band parts that are easy to prepare and has plenty of r...

A descriptive overture based on the life-cycle of our ever-changing planet, this piece was written in commemoration of the tenth annivesary of the Mt. St. Helens tragedy. It is organized into five int...

From the creative mind of John Higgins comes this spirited feature for your trombone section. Set in a lighthearted Dixieland style, it includes band parts that are easy to prepare and has plenty of r...

Artist Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 42)

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 20)

A medley of rock favorites including: Another One Bites the Dust, We Are the Champions, We Will Rock You.

Higgins - Grade 4

Here is a distinctive Olympian setting of the National Anthem ideal for mature bands. Higgins - Grade 4

From well-known jazz writer John La Barbera, here is a hot version of his Latin/Jazz classic Tiger of San Pedro. The sizzling trumpet solo, percussion breaks and a solid shout chorus help make this on...

Higgins - Grade 3-4