Mark Lortz

The Cauldron explores the transformation of an ancient ritual, combining dark harmonies with intense, swirling rhythms. The piece begins with eerie simmering sounds, building tension through percussio...

A slow, solemn entrance; the haunting toll of a ship's bell; harmonic and rhythmic dissonances depicting tumultuous battle struggle; subtle references to The Star-Spangled Banner - these elements and...

Starting with a quick and vibrant introduction based on a two-measure rhythmic ostinato, this piece quickly transitions to a softer exciting section where the percussion section maintains the rhythmic...

This traditional Shaker song is presented with modern harmonies, rhythms, and instrumentation. Using ostinato patterns, long legato lines, and interesting percussion parts, this arrangement offers man...

Eternal Echoes is a poignant composition dedicated to the memory of Melinda Siegel Frisch, the mother of the band's director, Joel Frisch. The piece begins with a lyrical English horn solo that symbol...

Eternal Echoes is a poignant composition dedicated to the memory of Melinda Siegel Frisch, the mother of the band's director, Joel Frisch. The piece begins with a lyrical English horn solo that symbol...

Bold and majestic overture. Dotted rhythms, triplets and a few 16th note runs. 1st trumpet's highest note is G.

Commissioned for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, At Dawn's Valor honors the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beaches. Inspired by the real-life experiences of two grandfathers who served,...

Commissioned for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, At Dawn's Valor honors the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beaches. Inspired by the real-life experiences of two grandfathers who served,...

Commissioned for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, At Dawn's Valor honors the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beaches. Inspired by the real-life experiences of two grandfathers who served,...

Commissioned for the 80th anniversary of D-Day, At Dawn's Valor honors the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beaches. Inspired by the real-life experiences of two grandfathers who served,...

This high-wire and fast new work by composer Mark Lortz will tempt even the bravest among your students! "Daredevil" is a tour de force for concert band inspired by the likes of Evel Knievel and other...

This high-wire and fast new work by composer Mark Lortz will tempt even the bravest among your students! "Daredevil" is a tour de force for concert band inspired by the likes of Evel Knievel and other...

This high-wire and fast new work by composer Mark Lortz will tempt even the bravest among your students! "Daredevil" is a tour de force for concert band inspired by the likes of Evel Knievel and other...

Composed to embody the sense of American vigor and patriotism, this fast-paced and energetic fanfare, concert opener or contest selection features rousing brass fanfares, lively woodwind motives, and...

Starting with a mallet percussion ostinato, this contemporary ballad for developing bands would also work well as a reflective selection for more advanced ensembles or as a contrasting selection in co...