Ryan Meeboer

This piece reflects the title accurately: chaotic, extreme contrasts and loud. Although it presents several challenges, it is a piece designed to capture the interest of both young musicians and liste...

Reverie is a lyrical piece reflecting someone in a dream-like state. It is a peaceful song using repetitive melodic figures, lush harmonies and simple rhythms. There are a few brief solos but the majo...

Mottos is Finnish military slang describing the tactic of totally encircling an enemy unit but, in effect, meaning an entrapment or envelopment. This piece is composed to create the musical depiction...

This lyrical piece is a modern lullaby. It begins with a peaceful feeling and slowly builds into a beautiful, chorale-like section, reflecting the wonderful dreams we have as we fall into our deepest...

The last line of defense is a term that refers to the final means of defense before the opponent reaches its goal, particularly in a war situation. This piece reflects that definition, as it has the f...

Parade of the Emperor is a perfect introductory piece into ensemble music. Not only does it primarily use the first six notes learned in most method books, but it focuses on using simple rhythms, a mo...

This is a celebration piece to honour those who risk their lives everyday to make our world a better place to live. Regal and heroic themes are contrasted by lyrical playing.

Over time, there have been many great discoveries: inventions, energies, cyberspace, and new lands. This piece reflects the joys and excitement of making that discovery and enjoying its spoils.

Ritual and Dance is a simple yet fun piece for young musicians. The opening measures create the dark, ritualistic feel of the piece with the rhythmic figure and open fifths being played by the ensembl...

The Burlington Teen Tour Band, described as Canada's Musical Ambassadors, is a marching band which has performed all over the world. Recently the band celebrated its 75th anniversary and this piece wa...

Shimmer is a calm, reflective piece that is reflected by the meaning of the word itself: to shine with a subdued flickering light, as in a reflection on water. The main melody is simple and repeated s...

Wings of Fortitude is a concert march that reflects that definition: courageous, brave, and having tenacity. A powerful trumpet melody is contrasted with a smoother theme. The trio section features ho...

Downfall is a fun and aggressive, yet simply sophisticated piece that focuses on using the first notes learned in most method books. It is the perfect opportunity for performers to develop both indivi...

Picture a circus, with creepy clowns, an evil ringmaster and fierce animals, and you get Dark Shadows: a fun, yet twisted piece filled with interesting melodies and animated accompaniments. The openin...

At First Light is a lyrical composition and is as calming as a morning sunrise. Written in AABA form, the piece evolves from a quiet and peaceful opening to an exuberant ending, as the sun fully illum...

The Darkest Hour is a musical depiction of an orc army ready to storm a castle. Intense and dramatic crescendos and suspenseful chords are complimented with strong themes in all voices. Lots of energy...

On the Move is the perfect song to transition students from the method book to playing ensemble music. Composed mainly using the first seven pitches learned in most method books and nothing faster tha...

Imagine what it would be like to walk through a graveyard just as the spirits awaken to have a party: dancing demons, skipping skeletons and frolicking phantoms. Set in a minor mode and using a waltz...

Twilight's Glow is a lyrical song that is a great option to introduce a developing ensemble to 3/4 metre. Composed using ABA form, this piece moves the melody through various sections to create differ...

As a brave warrior leaves their home to venture on a quest, they leave behind friends and family in search of honour and glory. This composition represents the emotions that are felt by A Warrior's De...

This lyrical piece is composed using ternary (ABA) form and gives every section an opportunity to shine. Filled with rich use of harmony and a flowing melody, As the River Flows is a great way to teac...

Of Fate and Fortune is a great piece that focuses on one main theme that is manipulated to take on several forms throughout. The opening introduces both the main theme and the dark and powerful nature...

This lyrical piece was composed to reflect the open plains and nature of the Prairie province of Saskatchewan, Canada. The melodies are moving, singable and memorable with every player featured at som...

In music, a drone is a repeated or sustained pitch that provides a harmonic foundation for melodies and harmonies to build around it. This definition describes this piece perfectly as the entire piece...

Beneath the Golden Sky is a lyrical song that allows an ensemble to develop its skills playing in 3/4 metre. Each part is given the opportunity to play melodic material at some point in the piece.