Concert Band for Beginners

A powerful opening characterized by darkness and mystery yields to a fast-paced musical journey as the Knights Templar prepare to vanquish their enemies in a battle during the Crusades. An excellent w...

Conjuring images of a master craftsman forging the perfect sword, this dramatic work portrays the intense heat and relentless pounding as the blade begins to take shape. A reference to the Dies Irae c...

Experience the dramatic Russian style in this incredibly daring, yet amazingly approachable arrangement of Mussorgsky's masterwork. Movements include Promenade, Bydlo (The Oxcart), and The Great Gate...

Inspired by the longest known siege in the history of the British Isles, this exciting work features driving percussion lines. Tuneful melodies intertwine with colorful harmonic moments to help tell t...

Using just six notes, this intense work evokes the power and ferocity of an active Indonesian volcano! After an epic opening, bold melodic lines intertwine with moments of clapping and stomping while...

The Renaissance comes alive in this two-movement work featuring Now is the Month of Maying (Thomas Morley) and Schiarazula Marazula (Giorgio Mainerio). While extremely approachable for young students,...

The sounds of ancient Mexico come alive in this thrilling work with powerful percussion writing to tell the story of this Mayan city at the peak of its power. Following a chaotic opening, the piece we...

Droning whirly tubes, wind gusts, and other ominous sounds depict the eerie phenomenon known as ghost lights. Opening with a dark and menacing sound, the piece soon moves into a section fueled by adre...

Introduce your beginning students to the music of Renaissance composer Tielman Susato, presented here in fanfare style. The melody is passed throughout the ensemble and is presented in a variety of or...

Buckle up and take your audience on a flight into the turbulent heart of a nebula! Booming percussion and sparkling woodwind lines conjure images of celestial bodies spinning and crashing together in...

It’s man versus machine in this robotic dubstep thriller. Cordless drill, toy voice changer, and optional synthesized bass create a futuristic soundscape that will be the hit of your next concert. Inc...

Take an imaginative departure from the typical band piece with this highly programmatic work. Depicting futuristic travel, the music takes the audience to a time when matter is broken down, beamed acr...

Inspired by the powerful and magnificent stallion, the music conjures sentiments of pride, strength, daring and sheer power of will. Through simple yet compelling meter changes, one can feel the stall...

Take your audience by storm with this riveting work for beginning bands! With the mysterious and slow introduction and powerful allegro section, Stormchasing offers vast musical opportunities with the...

Throw off the bowlines and catch the wind in your sails with this exciting musical maritime adventure! The majestic opening statement builds the anticipation of sailing while the brisk allegro section...

Take your students on a journey back through time to Roman Britannia. This programmatic work depicts the Celtic Queen’s revolt against the Roman occupation of Britain in the first century. Using only...

Modern harmonies combine with fast rhythmic figures to create an intense musical experience. A wealth of percussion colors add to the overall effect and all wind parts are active while staying within...

Orphaned toys come to life in this eerie tour of an abandoned toy store. The work opens and closes with Victor Herbert’s dreamlike Toyland as a Jack-in-the-box plays Pop Goes the Weasel. A wealth of t...

This fantastic arrangement is the perfect way to introduce Renaissance music to young musicians. An excellent choice for providing contrast within your concert program, this lively dance has wonderful...

Take your audience on a forbidden tour of a former grand house that now sits in darkness. Anxious articulations, daunting dynamics, and spine-chilling sound effects will have everyone on the edge of t...

Dark harmonies create a menacing atmosphere in the opening of this engaging work. As the pace quickens, powerful themes combine with aggressive rhythmic lines, layered with ominous motives throughout....

Lyrical melodies meet powerful fanfares in this emotionally-charged work that tells the true story of a world premiere and a band program's final performance. 3-part fully adaptable with percussion an...

Sound the alarms! This bombastic work will keep your students motivated with searing dissonances, tri-tones and syncopated rhythms. 3-part fully adaptable with percussion and accompaniment.

Many know Mars, the Bringer of War. Now meet his diabolical son Deimos, the Bringer of Terror. Fashioned in the style of Holst, this work uses driving rhythms, dark harmonies, and an asymmetrical form...

Experience sheer bluesy delight with this skillfully-crafted arrangement of The Blue Danube waltz. This modern New Orleans take on the old Viennese classic will instantly connect with your audience wh...