Ballads for Concert Band

What A Wonderful World is undoubtedly one of the most touching and timeless ballads in music history. Made world-famous by Louis Armstrong's unmistakable performance, this legendary hit unfolds a trul...

Bring a timeless message of peace and hope to the concert stage: With "Heal The World", Editions Marc Reift presents a stirring arrangement of the world-famous hit for concert band and mixed choir (SA...

Bring pure 80s nostalgia and deep emotion to the concert stage! With "Hard To Say I'm Sorry", the unforgettable power ballad made famous by the legendary American band Chicago, you will captivate your...

The mega-hit by Robbie Williams, who is once again in the spotlight with his autobiographical film "Better Man". The arrangement offers variable performance possibilities: > as a purely instrumental...

A Little Love Song was initally composed for a wedding. A relatively simple melody where both the beginner and the more advanced clarinetist can show off their musicality. This isn't a solo work per s...

Memories Of You is a short but effective ballad with a trumpet in the spotlight. AFter a short introduction the soloist begins with a beautiful medley, which evolves into a duet. After an orchestral t...

With this enchanting melody, made famous by the young, talented singer Josh Groban and the group Westlife, you will transport your musicians and your audience alike into a dreamy, musical world. The a...

The Way old Friends do' is a song by the Swedish pop group ABBA. A live recording of a 1979 concert in London was released on the successful album 'Super Trouper' (1980). In this song, the four ABBA m...

Though super easy for a trumpet soloist it creates an excellent effect. This transcription by Lorenzo Pusceddu of the famous song by Louis Armstrong reached the top sales positions in our Publishing C...

An exciting arrangement where almost all players have a bit of the melody line. There are many opportunities to give individual musicians soloistic challenges. Any bandmember should find something int...

Written by Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen back in the '80s, this powerful song has reached almost legendary status with its frequent usage in TV and movies. Recorded by such diverse artists...

Recorded by American Idol winner Phillip Phillips, this dynamic hit song was featured during the 2012 Olympics as NBC's theme for women's gymnastics.

Written for the 1973 movie of the same name starring Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford, this iconic ballad went on to win an Oscar for Best Original Song and to become a popular standard recorded by...

With a bold and soulful style combined with a hint of vintage James Bond spy music, here is a powerful setting of Adele's smash hit from the latest blockbuster Bond movie Skyfall.

Recorded by Pink and Nate Ruess from the group fun. this pop anthem has become one of the standout hits from 2013. The tuneful nature and moderate rock style make this particularly appealing to player...

This timeless ballad from Gershwin's Porgy & Bess is beautifully arranged here for young bands in a bluesy swing style setting. Robert Longfield uses rich harmonies, varied scoring and creative accomp...

Originally recorded with only a guitar and string quartet for accompaniment, this classic Beatles hit, sung by Paul McCartney, seems to cross all generations and musical tastes. It remains as popular...

Written specifically for the award-winning 2017 film Beauty and the Beast, and recorded by Celine Dion, this beautiful ballad captures the mood and style of the original soundtrack while becoming a st...

This signature hit by the Backstreet Boys was recorded in 1999 and hailed by many as the pop ballad of that year. With a catchy melody passed from section to section and a relaxed rock tempo, this arr...

This powerful rock ballad recorded by Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders continues to resonate well beyond its release in 1994 thanks to a strong melody and hopeful message. Here is a terrific sounding...

Bring the captivating emotional power of global superstars Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga directly to your concert band! With the sensational hit "Die with a Smile", your ensemble will enchant audiences fro...

This amazingly accessible arrangement of the enormously successful hit from Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga is the perfect vehicle to reinforce 3/4 time and slurs. Practicing will be fun! This hybrid edition...

One of the best-loved Christmas songs of all time. You'll play Michael's easy, yet rich-sounding, setting at holiday concerts year after year.

Bring pure emotion and timeless music history to your next concert! With "Can't Help Falling In Love", Hal Leonard presents a wonderfully accessible light-rock ballad arrangement of the legendary clas...

Recorded by newcomer Josh Groban and produced by David Foster, this emotionally powerful ballad is destined to become a classic. Effectively adapted for band by Michael Brown, this arrangement will be...