FJH Beginning Band

Using only six notes and note values no smaller than a quarter note, Robert Grice has managed to compose a piece that every beginning band student will want to play. Brake drum and gong contribute to...

Quincy Hilliard has penned another concert favorite with Bridgeway March. Written in the familiar key of B-Flat with modest ranges in all instruments, you will be surprised how well young musicians wi...

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...

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...

Get ready to have a ton of fun! Written in a cha-cha style, this Latin-flavored work features some tasty percussion writing and clever interplay between the different sections of the band. A great opp...

This fun and accessible piece captures the carefree feel of music playing on a Caribbean beach. All instruments take a turn playing syncopated melodies, supported by rhythmic ostinatos and energetic p...

This spirited work depicts a parade in Scotland from a spectator’s viewpoint. Based on the popular folk song Aiken Drum, the piece layers various elements to create the iconic sound of Scottish pipes...

Played in a fast swing style, this easy piece will get your audience clapping and toe-tapping right from the downbeat. The percussion parts are written to be played similar to the way a set drummer wo...

The dragonflies will be buzzing around your concert stage when you select this wonderful piece for your concert program. Ideal to strengthen brass players and teach some elementary ear training, the b...

Finally... a beginning band piece that introduces students to meter changes. The quarter note is constant throughout, making this a great teaching tool. With simple rhythms and ranges very compatible...

Chopsticks in a slow rock style? Yes, it works! And you'll have trouble getting this one out of your head after you play it. The percussion parts are written to be played the way a set drummer would d...

Using many effects to recreate the events at the Battle of Gettysburg, this piece is perfect for discussing historical perspective (included in the notes). A slow, mysterious opening leads into a depi...

The largo theme from Dvorák's New World Symphony is arguably one of the most famous melodies in classical literature. This delightful setting by Chris Sharp is appropriate for bands at any level, and...

This 4-movement multicultural suite provides a wealth of teaching and performance opportunities, especially at the beginning level. Each movement is based on a Smithsonian National Museum in Washingto...

Equus, Latin for "horse," takes us on a thrilling ride on one of these magnificent animals. Wood blocks help create the sound of the horse as the ensemble comes along for the ride. A serene section at...

In Native American culture, the vision quest is a rite of passage for adolescents signaling their entry into adulthood. This powerful rite is captured in a bold new work by Chris Sharp. After a forcef...

Your students will enjoy the intensity of this young band composition by the composer of Dragon Slayer. This ominous work written in the key of C minor will engage your entire ensemble as they convey...

Experience this blockbuster sequel from the composer of Dragon Slayer! Drawing on new material to further the adventure, students will plunge into an ancient world where the slayer must face his final...

Feature your percussionists in this "uncanny" novelty! Timothy Loest uses ordinary waste containers (such as metal trash cans and plastic wastebaskets) to create the extraordinary! The visual effects...

Treat your students and audience to a crash course in classical composers with this clever musical anthology of masterworks, including composers such as Schubert, Rossini, Brahms, Bach, Beethoven, Mah...

This thoughtful adaptation from Haydn's Creation is a wonderful way to incorporate classical music on your next program while working on balance between woodwinds, brass and percussion. It can also fu...

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...

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...

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,...

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...