Christmas Concert Works for Band

Gershwin's landmark work brought elements of jazz to the symphonic stage. Featuring the main themes from this masterpiece here is a well-paced and effective setting for flexible instrumentation.

Composed by Mstislav ('Slava') Rostropovich and the National Symphony Orchestra, this exciting, yet brief overture received it's premiere performance in 1977. Constructed using two contrasting themes...

Composed in 1942, here is Aaron Copland's iconic fanfare arranged for flexible instrumentation. Scored a 4th lower than the original, and authorized by the Copland estate, this edition can be performe...

Written in 1873, Evening Song is one of the best-known choral works of Josef Rheinberger (1839-1901), German composer, organist and teacher. Displaying an exceptional lyric quality and utilizing a ful...

We may regret Khatchaturian's delay in bringing this music before a wider audience: it is one of the best of his lighter scores and there is no reason why it should not have enjoyed the popularity of...

Danzon no. 2 by the Mexican composer Arturo Marquez was included on the program of the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra of Venuzuela conducted by Gustavo Dudamel on their 2007 tour of Europe and the Unit...

Michael Kamen (1948 - 2003) was a fine musician and composer, active in many fields of music. First and foremost, he was an oboist and along with his friend Martin Fulterman (aka Mark Snow, most well-...

Johan de Meij's first symphony "The Lord of the Rings", based on the famous trilogy by Tolkien, has established itself as a 'classic' piece in the concert band piece repertoire. In this edition, Paul...

Die zwei Reihen der 'slawischen Tänze' (op.46 und op.72) von je acht Nummern gehören zu den bekanntesten Kompositionen von Antonin Dvorak. Die ersten acht Tänze unter 'Opus 46' entstanden im Jahr 1878...

In 1864 Johann Strauß (son) (1825-1899) wrote some compositions, which he dedicated to regents of European and Asian countries. Probably the most interesting of these works - his 'Persian March, op. 2...

Without a doubt, the slow movement LARGO from the 9th Symphony 'From the New World' is one of the most moving works by Czech composer Antonín Dvorák. The theme, performed in the original by an English...

The waltz "Rosen aus dem Süden" (Roses from the South) is probably one of the most beautiful works in this genre from the pen of the incomparable Johann Strauss. The present arrangement was commission...

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A distinctive new composition by popular composer Steven Reineke that is certain to become a popular concert or contest selection. Full of the dynamic sounds you've come to expect from this talented w...

A programmatic ten-minute tone poem for symphonic band in one movement that is constructed in five distinct sections to tell the story of the lives of Helena and Sibylla, twin sisters born in Germany...

Heroic themes abound as noted composer James Swearingen weaves a tapestry of musical styles to depict the emotional story of John Harlin. At the age of nine, John lost his father when he tragically fe...

Available for developing bands, this realistic, easy arrangement by Jay Bocook is a powerful musical statement based on the John Williams' theme for the NBC coverage of the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul...

Perfect for graduation or most any important event, this regal and stately march features a Scottish-flavored melody and has become a popular processional at weddings. Beautifully scored here for band...

One of the classics of young band literature, this composition by James Curnow is found on many state lists throughout the country. This adaptation is scored for flexible instrumentation and features...

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...

Displaying an aura of power and brilliance, this exhilarating work is a perfect concert opener and can be effectively performed with small ensembles with incomplete instrumentation. Dur: 2:00