Christmas Concert Works for Band

Recorded by the Sousa band in 1909, this amazing work has virtually disappeared from school and collegiate band repertoires. Singleton's new Edition makes this fine work newly accessible for the moder...

A Country Lullaby is a beautiful piece for young band that depicts a pastoral scene of the country side, providing wonderful opportunities for the ensemble to 'paint a picture.' A strong feature of th...

Known primarily for his choral writing, this Gary Lanier band work, his first with Grand Mesa Publications, pays tribute to his past and current mentors who have inspired him as a musician and a perso...

Sweet Little One is a lullaby, with a melody that the composer sang to his son Diego during the first few weeks of the baby boy's life. The piece is marked by a warmth, radiance, and simplicity that r...

Rays of sun dancing through a cloudy sky are beautifully painted in sound by this gifted new writer in the Grand Mesa catalog. Composer Drake skillfully presents his main theme in different guises thr...

In his first published work, arranger Rowe has produced a brilliant three movement suite of traditional Irish fiddle tunes. The first movement, Molly Ban is an energetic reel, featuring many meter and...

A rainstorm has just passed, and as the sun reappears a rainbow begins to take shape, rising out of nowhere to paint the sky with vivid colors. The composer has captured the splendor of one of nature'...

It only takes a spark to start something big. Set around a 6 note motif, 'Spark!' represents the chain of events that can happen as an idea is brought to life from a singular seed.The piece evolves fr...

Rising out of a misty, impressionistic sound environment, the chant-like melody of this very original work is first stated in flutes and trumpets. As the piece progresses, the slow-tempo opening state...

The title of this lofty work perfectly describes the musical elements it portrays: memorable, soaring melodies and upper woodwind obbligatos, a traditional ABA structure presented in an elevated way,...

Finnish composer Viitasaari has here created a compelling new work with an Eastern flavor (created by extensive use of the harmonic minor scale) that comes off as an absolutely compelling tour-de-forc...

The Winged Serpent tells the Mayan legend of a Feathered Serpent god with so much hubris that it flew too close to the sun and burned its tongue. This piece repeatedly explores the use of accidentals...

Based on the singing Scottish melody Loch Lomond, this very expressive arrangement paints a finely-wrought musical picture of the famous lake (loch) and its surroundings. Woodwind tremolos portray the...

Excitement reigns as 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home' and 'Johnny's Gone for a Soldier' are combined in this arrangement, making a spectacular patriotic band work. This work should not be missed as a...

Windgames erupts with a barrage of fanfare figures and quickly finds a groove where every section of the band has a chance to shine. Be it a march, a mood piece, or even a diversion to a sashay, Windg...

This imaginary tale of the exploits of a heroic warrior conjures up vivid images of a bygone era. Strong melodic lines are constantly shifted through the ensemble, supported by an intense percussion s...

Located near East Sussex, England, Bayham Old Abbey was founded in 1207 and functioned as an abbey until the 16th century. Bobrowitz's remarkable musical painting of this ancient abbey uses traditiona...

Transport your band and audience to the tropics without ever having to set foot on a boat! This lighthearted piece authentically captures the feel of island music with its memorable, singing melodies...

Written approximately 400 years apart, Kenneth Singleton's remarkable Evocation of the Spirit brings these two settings of the Ave Maria together in a surprisingly cohesive compilation. The sensitive...

This three movement work is inspired by the courageous deeds and life of colonist Nathan Hale during the American Revolution. The work opens powerfully with the movement Rebellion, reflecting the earl...

Inspired by the Hebron Harvest Fair in Connecticut, this musical work captures the feeling of visiting one of the agricultural fairs held throughout New England every autumn. Harvest Fair feels like a...

Energize your band with this exciting piece, which features two sources of energy trying to mesh. The first is a driving, pulsating theme with accents in the percussion and brass, the second a mysteri...

Waltzing With Dragons is a medieval fantasy inspired work for band that harkens back to a more ancient era with its use of modal harmonies. The piece attempts to place the listener in the midst of a m...

Canadian composer Kristofferson has here written a beautifully melodic and poignant reflection on a young life ended far too soon. Featuring lush textures highlighted by an optional piano part, the vi...

Pulsating rhythms, dark harmonies, and constantly contrasting musical elements give this edgy work the feel of a spy novel unfolding. The composer's imagination and scoring expertise are on full displ...