Music Works Grade 2

The music of Handel is considered the culmination of the Baroque period of music history, and his Water Music (1717) has endured in popularity for nearly 300 years! Performed from a barge traveling on...

Composed by Edvard Grieg in 1875, music from Peer Gynt was originally incidental music for Henrik Ibsen's five-act play. The beautiful Solveig's Song is from the second orchestral suite later extracte...

One of the best-known classical themes ever written, Ravel's familiar melody appears in many movies as well as on the concert stage. Johnnie Vinson's skillful adaptation allows even younger players to...

This striking overture has established itself as a staple in many band programs across the country and appear on many state lists as well. Bold and exciting, this composition provides a wealth of vari...

Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam ski...

Depicting an ancient tale of battle between water serpents and giant thunderbirds, Michael's dramatic work for young players provides plenty of imagery amid the dark sonorities and driving percussion...

Kiskiminetas is a Native American word that means to make daylight and was likely a command given to break camp and continue the journey. Paul Murtha's escriptive work for young players opens with a n...

Here is a creative take on the traditional march form. As the title implies, March Circuitous takes some inventive twists and turns along the way, providing a distinctive and rewarding march for young...

A fast-paced and vibrant composition that depicts an exhilarating journey through the skies in a futuristic flying machine on a newly discovered planet. The rhythms, melodies, and harmonies are intend...

This one packs a lot of musical punch set up by dramatic builds and big impact moments. The piece opens with soft but intense percussion that quickly builds into a powerful brass fanfare, followed by...

This one packs a lot of musical punch set up by dramatic builds and big impact moments. The piece opens with soft but intense percussion that quickly builds into a powerful brass fanfare, followed by...

Perfect for programming any time of year be it winter/holiday concerts or festival, this bright, feel-good original will place the audience in a festive winter landscape with all sections having wonde...

Perfect for programming any time of year be it winter/holiday concerts or festival, this bright, feel-good original will place the audience in a festive winter landscape with all sections having wonde...

A beautiful and emotional lyrical work set in 3/4 time that uses colorful harmonies and well scored dissonace. Solo opportunites for Trumpet and Alto Sax. Also includes an optional piano part.

A beautiful and emotional lyrical work set in 3/4 time that uses colorful harmonies and well scored dissonace. Solo opportunites for Trumpet and Alto Sax. Also includes an optional piano part.

Perfect for programming any time of year, be it winter/holiday concerts or festival, this bright, feel-good original will place the audience in a festive winter landscape with all sections having wond...

This one packs a lot of musical punch set up by dramatic builds and big impact moments. The piece opens with soft but intense percussion that quickly builds into a powerful brass fanfare followed by c...

This percussion leads the party in this sensational Latin work with a catchy title and even catchier melody that will keep your kids practicing and your audience dancing. Based on the son clave rhythm...

An important part of American history comes to life through March to Concord. The familiar patriotic anthem Chester is woven throughout the work coupled with an engaging original melody. Rick Kirby's...

Reminiscent of a musical style from the heyday of Broadway musicals, Johnnie Vinson has created this lively and entertaining cut time march. Composed using the traditional march form, Broadway! includ...

Here is a special composition that serves a very special purpose for young band programs - an opportunity to feature a piano soloist with concert band. The piano part itself is lyrical and not technic...