Grand Mesa Music

This colorful young band work is a tribute to the iconic western soundtracks of the 1960's, and uses the stomping feet of all players along with a whip to give this cowboy romp an old-west feel. In th...

Many stirring arrangements of this choral work by Chesnokov have previously been created, but this set of variations sends the original into uncharted new musical territory. While maintaining its dark...

This quirky musical celebration would be perfect for the Fourth of July or any other celebratory occasion. Composer Rorie has created a unique contrapuntal musical environment where all accompaniment...

This lively two-step march by Sousa's most famous trombone soloist has been given new life in this modern concert band arrangement by a writer known for his painstaking respect for the original source...

This four-minute musical explosion emerges out of a martial-sounding trumpet duet that quickly evolves into a quasi-march section. Keeping true to its title, 'Out of the Blue' is constantly changing a...

Mississippi composer Fhiaras has here created a gripping musical narrative of a day in the life of a pirate. The slow mysterious beginning gets the day started at dawn and the piece builds as the pira...

Intended to be a selection that prepares students for the more advanced folk suites available, Of Emerald Shires gives a stylistic 'nod' to folk suites by Holst and Vaughn-Williams while including som...

Based on a traditional fiddle tune, this very fun arrangement uses optional hand drum and washboard to help create an old-style barn dance atmosphere. Articulations are marked to imitate the feel of b...

Composer Bobrowitz picked up a wealth of inspiration on his Greek vacation a few years back, as exhibited by this spirited follow-up to his earlier 'One Night in Athens'. Written in D minor, this late...

In his debut work for Grand Mesa Publications, composer Drake here exhibits a great flair for musical drama and a distinct melodic gift! Emotions depicted in this heroic work range from the sadness of...

This vividly imaginative work transcends the Zombie genre and could be used as a serious concert/festival work, as it is extremely well-written. Or the horror elements could be emphasized and your stu...

Take your band and audience on a vacation to spicy-hot Mexico! The arranger has here concocted a medley of four famous Mexican songs, each with a different tempo and flavor: La Cucaracha, Cielito Lind...

Composed by Indiana composer/poet Mark Connor, this easier concert band work beautifully captures in music the feeling of flight. Its joyous and celebratory nature was inspired by the proximity of the...

In his first work in the Grand Mesa catalog, the composer presents a musical meditation on how Planet Earth may have looked and felt millions of years ago. The theme of this monothematic work is first...

This setting of the captivating ballad The Last Rose of Summer musically captures the nature of the delicate and graceful rose. In addition to the colorful scoring, there are opportunities to feature...

Young Japanese composer Wada has scored again in this heavenly work that pairs a very catchy opening and closing theme with a gorgeous second theme. Always exhibiting an impeccable scoring craftsmansh...

The Can-Can is a type of chorus line dance specific to French Operettas and ballets where female dancers wear costumes with long skirts, petticoats, and black stockings. It is a physically demanding d...

Written by an eighth grade student who was 14 when he wrote it, Clash is an exciting concert opener or closer that unfolds as an intense melodrama. Clashing chords, rhythms, melodies, and emotions add...

Experience life on the American prairielands in this uplifting concert band work that combines elements of lyricism with rhythmic excitement. The composer of Pinnacle, Zeal, and Force of Nature has he...

As only Mr. Bobrowitz could construct, this delightful arrangement revisits three famous songs from American Folk literature: Arkansas Traveler, Sweet Betsy from Pike, and a rousing version of Turkey...

Written to depict the extreme energy of one of the world's largest train stations at rush hour, this piece is reminiscent of other New York-inspired works 'George Washington Bridge' and 'West Side Sto...

This noble two-part work captures the essence of a royal celebration, and can be used effectively to teach younger players to perform in more than one style within a single work. Opening with a slower...

While on vacation in Hungary, the composer was able to spend two nights in Budapest soaking up the energy of this historic city. 'A Night in Budapest' came out of the experience, based on a folk-like...

Recorded by the Sousa band in 1909, this amazing work has virtually disappeared from school and collegiate band repertoires. Singleton's new Edition makes this fine work newly accessible for the moder...

A Country Lullaby is a beautiful piece for young band that depicts a pastoral scene of the country side, providing wonderful opportunities for the ensemble to 'paint a picture.' A strong feature of th...