Molenaar New Releases 2026: Elevate Your Orchestra's Repertoire

Siracusa is based on the Italian city Syracuse, at which Cicero defined as the most beautiful city of Magna Graecia. Founded in 734 b.C., it is one of the cities with more culture and art to the world...

Puccini’s beloved aria "O mio babbino caro" from Gianni Schicchi (1918) offers a moment of pure lyricism within an opera otherwise characterized by satire, intrigue, and family conflict. In this short...

The first idea of this work was composed for playing at my japanese friends' wedding party in 2015. The idea was used almost as-is for the ballad part. The first melody was written for the bride, a te...

To crack the code of this title, there are two clues: the last two letters and Roman numerals and the first word is the names of a character. Suffice to say that there is an element of' Hollywood cool...

The concept of this piece is to create contrasting musical portraits of three historical locations. Our musical tour starts with an exciting opening; The great wall of China. Then the feeling of being...

The fairies have disappeared from the world - a long time ago. But according to old lore, in the largeforests far north untouched by man and shielded from the sun by the forest canopy, there lives one...

In Houtland, Watten is located on the edge of Flanders. With its 72 meters height, the Wattenberg is the westernmost link of the central ridge of Flanders. A grandiose theme related to the mountain an...

A New World is a musical narrative that explores the transformation of existence. The first movement captures the vitality and restlessness of everyday life, abruptly interrupted by an unexpected sile...

The Walls of Monção is a programmatic and evocative work inspired by the legends and people of Monção, Portugal, whose stories echo through time. The musical writing unfolds narratively, alternating m...

The Last Mammoth is a powerful and evocative concert work for wind orchestra that transports listeners into the harsh, mysterious world of the last Ice Age. The title already suggests a musical narrat...

Written in honor of the 125th anniversary of the Ons Genoegen brass band from Wijdenes, the title playfully nods to the ensemble's name and its vibrant musical tradition. The composition opens with a...

A monumental stone stands exactly on the boundary between darkness and light. To the left, a world of shadow cloaks itself in deep blue tones, while to the right, dawn makes the landscape glow in warm...

Roma Aeterna is a programmatic composition in which Alexandre Carlin invites the listener on a musical exploration of Rome. The structure of the work follows an imaginary journey through the city, whe...

Immerse yourself in the mysteries of ancient Egypt with Pharaoh’s Legacy, a captivating musical work that transports musicians and audiences into the majestic world of the pharaohs.Balancing royal gra...

Sound Style Studio! is a contemporary composition for training orchestra, introducing young musicians to contrasting styles and distinctive sounds. The work consists of three clearly defined movements...

Appaloosa is first and foremost the name of a horse breed. In this work, however, it functions as the title for the story of the impressive journeys these animals make through the beautiful landscapes...

Concertino 4.0 is an original contemporary piece that highlights the many facets of the trombone. Through inventive staging, the work explores its varied sonorities, from deep low tones to lighter, mo...

With Nordic Lights, you offer your audience a spectacular and immersive musical experience.Inspired by the mesmerizing beauty of the Northern Lights, this work invites listeners on an accessible and c...

Finalist in Category I – 6th Warren Benson WASBE International Composition Competition (2026)In Greek mythology, Typhon—the monstrous father of all creatures—once battled the mighty god Zeus in one of...

To the Point is a vibrant concert march that combines traditional march melodies with subtle modern harmonic accents. The music moves forward with energy and clarity, without repetitions, ensuring tha...

On the Peak by Michael Geisler is an energetic work that musically portrays the moment of reaching a summit. Powerful fanfares, clear rhythmic structures, and wide-ranging melodies convey a sense of m...

A musical tribute to the four elements Terra Nostra is an impressive composition by Jean‑Pierre Haeck, commissioned by "Harmonie de Gamaches (FR)" and dedicated to its conductors Frédéric and Gauthier...

From that elevated place where land and sea meet, the windmills of Pinhôa appear as silent symbols of time and change. They turn not only on the wind, but on memory itself — like guardians, positioned...

Awarded Third Prize at the 4th Premier Music International Competition Pro – July 2025 Composed to mark the 2025 Jubilee of Hope, a celebration inaugurated by the late Pope Francis, Iubilaeum MMXXV of...

The Black and Gold celebrates the birth of Scouting and the pioneering drum and bugle bands that sprang up with it. Written for the 1st Whitstable Scout Group Band — Kent’s oldest Scout-linked brass b...