Mark Lortz

Iron Sharpens Iron by Mark Lortz delivers bold energy and excitement, inspired by the proverb that highlights growth through challenge. Driving percussion, powerful brass fanfares, and soaring woodwin...

This impactful piece pays tribute to a caring, devoted father and an avid baseball fan. This uplifting and energetic piece celebrates the strength of love and commitment, capturing the essence of a ma...

This impactful piece pays tribute to a caring, devoted father and an avid baseball fan. This uplifting and energetic piece celebrates the strength of love and commitment, capturing the essence of a ma...

This highly energetic concert work vividly recalls the hope and optimism of youth. The exuberant musical material contains well-written, energetic parts that, while sounding more difficult, will come...

This highly energetic concert work vividly recalls the hope and optimism of youth. The exuberant musical material contains well-written, energetic parts that, while sounding more difficult, will come...

This highly energetic concert work vividly recalls the hope and optimism of youth. The exuberant musical material contains well-written, energetic parts that, while sounding more difficult, will come...

This vivid fanfare features rousing brass motives, dynamic woodwind flourishes and active percussion, all combining to create an explosive concert opening statement. Beginning quietly, the action buil...

This vivid fanfare features rousing brass motives, dynamic woodwind flourishes and active percussion, all combining to create an explosive concert opening statement. Beginning quietly, the action buil...

This vivid fanfare features rousing brass motives, dynamic woodwind flourishes and active percussion, all combining to create an explosive concert opening statement. Beginning quietly, the action buil...

Written for the Ridley Elementary School District bands, Theresa OBrien, director, and the Temple University Night Owls Concert Band, Dr. Deborah Confredo, director. Galactic Guardians depicts star wa...

Written for the Ridley Elementary School District bands, Theresa OBrien, director, and the Temple University Night Owls Concert Band, Dr. Deborah Confredo, director. Galactic Guardians depicts star wa...

Written for the Ridley Elementary School District bands, Theresa OBrien, director, and the Temple University Night Owls Concert Band, Dr. Deborah Confredo, director. Galactic Guardians depicts star wa...

Starburst is dedicated to the Johnston County Eighth Grade All-County Middle School Band in Benson, North Carolina. Its a sparkling work that was specifically written to feature all sections of the ba...

Starburst is dedicated to the Johnston County Eighth Grade All-County Middle School Band in Benson, North Carolina. Its a sparkling work that was specifically written to feature all sections of the ba...

Starburst is dedicated to the Johnston County Eighth Grade All-County Middle School Band in Benson, North Carolina. Its a sparkling work that was specifically written to feature all sections of the ba...

Commissioned by the 2004 Harford All-County Middle School Band, Maryland. A strong sense of suspense is established at the very outset, permeating the musical fabric throughout the entire piece to cre...

Commissioned by the 2004 Harford All-County Middle School Band, Maryland. A strong sense of suspense is established at the very outset, permeating the musical fabric throughout the entire piece to cre...

Commissioned by the 2004 Harford All-County Middle School Band, Maryland. A strong sense of suspense is established at the very outset, permeating the musical fabric throughout the entire piece to cre...

Radiance was commissioned to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Governor Thomas Johnson High School Band in Frederick, Maryland, Kim Sandifer, director. Celebratory in nature, the work presents vibra...

Radiance was commissioned to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Governor Thomas Johnson High School Band in Frederick, Maryland, Kim Sandifer, director. Celebratory in nature, the work presents vibra...

Radiance was commissioned to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Governor Thomas Johnson High School Band in Frederick, Maryland, Kim Sandifer, director. Celebratory in nature, the work presents vibra...

Commissioned by and dedicated to the Folly Quarter Middle School Band in Ellicott City, Maryland, Andrew Sprang, conductor. This highly programmatic piece gives you a front-row seat in the viewing sta...

Commissioned by and dedicated to the Folly Quarter Middle School Band in Ellicott City, Maryland, Andrew Sprang, conductor. This highly programmatic piece gives you a front-row seat in the viewing sta...

Commissioned by and dedicated to the Folly Quarter Middle School Band in Ellicott City, Maryland, Andrew Sprang, conductor. This highly programmatic piece gives you a front-row seat in the viewing sta...

This celebratory piece for younger bands uses driving percussion and rhythmic ostinatos to create an overall sense of energy and passion for excellence. Opening with a resplendent fanfare, the music g...