CTS Flexible Ensemble Series

This setting of "Eternal Father" is inspired by Claude T. Smith’s work, "Eternal Father, Strong to Save", while making the work accessible by easing the difficulty of his original setting. "Eternal Fa...

Claude T. Smith's "Windstar Overture" stands as a testament to the composer's mastery of the wind band medium and his ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotional depth through music. With its vibrant...

In "American Folk Song Trilogy," Claude T. Smith masterfully brings to life the rich tapestry of American musical traditions, paying homage to the timeless melodies and enduring spirit of folk music....

“Chorale Prelude: Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart” is a dramatic and beautiful setting of the well-known hymn Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as...

Claude T. Smith’s setting of For The Beauty Of The Earth as this chorale prelude develops the original hymn by Conrad Kocher. It celebrates our beautiful Earth, the skies above us, and the joy of lovi...

Claude T. Smith’s setting of All Things Bright and Beautiful as this chorale prelude develops the Old English hymn. It celebrates the creation of our beautiful world and all the wonderful things livin...

Amazing Grace is one of the most well-known spiritual songs known to date. Claude T. Smith cleverly created this band setting forming variations throughout. With Smith’s passing in December of 1987, t...

“Zia, Zia!” is festive and lively, with all the flavor of a Spanish parade. Claude T. Smith has done a masterful job as he created this Spanish March. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to per...

“America The Beautiful” continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation's extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, wi...

The original of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith’s most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The Andante...

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular son...

Finale from “A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols” centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encor...

This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as "O Come, All Ye Faithful", is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a sympho...

This setting of "Eternal Father" is inspired by Claude T. Smith’s work, "Eternal Father, Strong to Save", while making the work accessible by easing the difficulty of his original setting. "Eternal Fa...

This setting of "Eternal Father" is inspired by Claude T. Smith’s work, "Eternal Father, Strong to Save", while making the work accessible by easing the difficulty of his original setting. "Eternal Fa...

Claude T. Smith's "Windstar Overture" stands as a testament to the composer's mastery of the wind band medium and his ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotional depth through music. With its vibrant...

Claude T. Smith's "Windstar Overture" stands as a testament to the composer's mastery of the wind band medium and his ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotional depth through music. With its vibrant...

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular son...

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular son...

Finale from “A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols” centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encor...

Finale from “A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols” centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encor...

This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as "O Come, All Ye Faithful", is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a sympho...

This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as "O Come, All Ye Faithful", is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a sympho...

In "American Folk Song Trilogy," Claude T. Smith masterfully brings to life the rich tapestry of American musical traditions, paying homage to the timeless melodies and enduring spirit of folk music....

In "American Folk Song Trilogy," Claude T. Smith masterfully brings to life the rich tapestry of American musical traditions, paying homage to the timeless melodies and enduring spirit of folk music....