LudwigMasters Concert Band

Johannes Brahms was not a religious man in the usual sense of the term, so it should be of no surprise that when he wrote the German Requiem; it did not follow the prescribed five movement form of the...

No historical source shows this march was ever broadcast, but the composer captures the spirit of early broadcasts in this insightful six-eight march. It's a real "Jewell!"

You'll find this wonderfully melodic, rhythmically inventive march for players at several levels of skill. It opens in 6/8 before closing in 2/4, with interest for everyone involved.

Also available as a novelty for soloist and orchestra, this is a fun and entertaining piece. The clarinet soloist, after stating the theme, proceeds to take away pieces of the instrument until, eventu...

This is an incredibly imaginative piece that utilizes many unconventional techniques; in fact it's an excellent way to teach these techniques. A programmatic description of snakes, it's a fascinating...

Based upon an early English ballad brought to Appalachia, this is the work you want to program to show off your band's ability to play beautiful melodies and rich harmonies. Rewarding for players at a...

A Welsh ballad, this lovely melody has been set for concert band by Gene Milford in this arrangement called The Sun's Bright Glow. Myfanwy has been called by some "the greatest love song ever written....

In addition to being an outstanding piece of music, this is important in that it vividly demonstrates that a substantial work can be written within the technical and intellectual capabilities of young...

Five Australian folk songs comprise this melodic and energetic arrangement: Queensland Rover, Ryebuck Shearer, Botany Bay, Eugowra Rocks, and Lime Juice Tub. They are filled with the spirit of Austral...

Five Australian folk songs comprise this melodic and energetic arrangement: Queensland Rover, Ryebuck Shearer, Botany Bay, Eugowra Rocks, and Lime Juice Tub. They are filled with the spirit of Austral...

Four British folk songs honor the strong, independent women of the British Isles. Included in David M. Martin's arrangement are "Dublin City (Spanish Lady)," "Molly Malone (Cockles and Mussels)," "Wra...

Four British folk songs honor the strong, independent women of the British Isles. Included in David M. Martin's arrangement are "Dublin City (Spanish Lady)," "Molly Malone (Cockles and Mussels)," "Wra...

A suite of Scottish folk songs, Echoes from the Highlands is a suite of three Scottish Folk Tunes arranged by Albert O. Davis that has the beautiful and memorable melodies. Rich, too, in historical re...

Jacques Press spent many of his years in Hollywood, mainly scoring music for the motion picture industry. A fine pianist, he also composed "Disconcerto" for piano. This transcription of "Wedding Dance...

Jacques Press spent many of his years in Hollywood, mainly scoring music for the motion picture industry. A fine pianist, he also composed "Disconcerto" for piano. This transcription of "Wedding Dance...

The only solo Piano pieces for concert performance which Gershwin wrote were five Piano Preludes which he himself premiered in December of 1926 in New York City. Of the original five, three have remai...

The only solo Piano pieces for concert performance which Gershwin wrote were five Piano Preludes which he himself premiered in December of 1926 in New York City. Of the original five, three have remai...

Syncopated rhythms, fat chords, trombone glissandi, and a compelling drive make this an exciting work for bands. It can be played with as few as four percussionists or you can assign a player to each...

Back Home Again in Indiana by James F. Hanley has become a jazz standard over the years and is the perfect vehicle for your band's vocal soloist. It may be played without the vocalist if you wish, wit...

Respectfully and tastefully scored for contemporary bands, master writer Albert Davis presents two movements from Mendelssohn's beautiful oratorio, ELIJAH. Reverential and subtle, this is great concer...

This motette of Mozart's became one of his most beloved short works.  It is a remarkable piece of music, well scored for Junior High, advanced Grade School, and High School Bands.

Respectfully and tastefully scored for contemporary bands, master writer Albert Davis presents two movements from Mendelssohn's beautiful oratorio, ELIJAH. Reverential and subtle, this is great concer...

The spirit of the United States of America does not lie dormant only to arise every one hundred years. The spirit of this land is always present in the hearts and minds of its citizens. This piece inv...

The spirit of the United States of America does not lie dormant only to arise every one hundred years. The spirit of this land is always present in the hearts and minds of its citizens. This piece inv...