Alfred Concert Band

Inspired by an October afternoon when the sun had not yet lost its warmth, this piece is an attempt to recreate that moment - being thankful for all we are given, appreciating the beauty around us, an...

Phantasmagoria is described as 'a shifting series of phantasms, illusions, or deceptive appearances, as in a dream or as created by the imagination.' In this fascinating piece, key centers shift just...

Six African-American spirituals, laments, and plantation songs are woven into a musical tapestry capturing their simple elegance and charm, as well as incorporating fresh musical ideas with harmony, a...

This transcription for concert band captures all of the excitement and super-charged emotion of the original version. Its driving rhythms and repeating melodic motifs provide interesting parts for all...

Aesop's Fables , for narrator and band, musically portrays four tales attributed to the ancient moralist. The four movements are based on 'The Hare and The Tortoise,' 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' 'The Do...

Aesop's Fables , for narrator and band, musically portrays four tales attributed to the ancient moralist. The four movements are based on 'The Hare and The Tortoise,' 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' 'The Do...

Aesop's Fables, for narrator and band, musically portrays four tales attributed to the ancient moralist. The four movements are based on 'The Hare and The Tortoise,' 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' 'The Dog...

Aesop's Fables , for narrator and band, musically portrays four tales attributed to the ancient moralist. The four movements are based on 'The Hare and The Tortoise,' 'The Boy Who Cried Wolf,' 'The Do...

This version of Cumberland Cross by Carl Strommen is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments---wind, strings, and percussion, inclu...

A Hanukkah Festival is a medley of three traditional Hanukkah songs, 'sevivon,' 'Maoz Tzur,' and 'Hanukkah.' 'sevivon' has a dramatic melody and is written with a variety of accompaniment leading to a...

Just as the title implies, this arrangement weaves five holiday favorites together into an enjoyable and accessible medley. The percussionists have a chance to show off their varied skills as the band...

This arrangement captures the anticipation, arrival, and celebration of the holidays through the use of sacred and secular carols alike. The piece opens with a quiet setting of 'O Come, O Come Emmanue...

Christmas is Here!, arranged by Chris M. Bernotas, highlights fresh treatments of some of the most celebrated Christmas favorites and will help ring in the season with good tidings for all! This stunn...

Warren Barker has done a remarkable job of combining three well-known carols in a unique instrumental treatment. Portraits of Christmas features the lilting tune of 'The Holly and the Ivy,' the longti...

Christmas Fanfares was born from the composer's desire to write a lively yet not overly difficult concert opener for his band's holiday program. Initially composed as three separate fanfares-each on a...

Some of the most popular Christmas selections of all time are included in this delightful arrangement, A Most Wonderful Christmas. Robert Sheldon has included Winter Wonderland, I'll be Home for Chris...

This magical piece is the quintessential setting for the Christmas holiday's most treasured poem. The Night Before Christmas, originally commissioned by the Cleveland Orchestra, includes numerous solo...

As Santa starts his journey, bringing 'Joy to the World' by delivering presents to children - and adults too, he sets off on his majestic sleigh driven by his reindeer. A few elves have snuck into the...

With skill, artistry, and a touch of sugar frosting, Vince Gassi has crafted another Christmas favorite. This lovely arrangement is based on a 17th century English carol. The melody is presented in a...

This delightful holiday arrangement is based on the well-known melody of 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.' This fresh and exciting rendition of one of the most ancient of holiday carols will surely be a...

Gaudete dates back to the 16th century, and was sung as a Christmas Carol throughout the monasteries of Europe. Meaning 'rejoice' in Latin, this piece captures the intense passion of praise coupled wi...