Christmas Concert Works for Band

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...

Commissioned by the Cabarrus All-County Middle School Band (Concord, North Carolina), this work was inspired by the composer's Irish heritage and the rich history of Ireland. With three main themes, t...

Robert W. Smith's 'Encanto' has been a staple of the festival repertoire for young bands for over 30 years! With its dramatic fanfare and rhythmic energy throughout, this version for flexible instrume...

Filled with tuneful melodies and an energetic lilt throughout, Cloud Dancing is sure to have great appeal for students as well as audiences. There is a wealth of teachable elements as well; developing...

Composed as a tender tribute to a lost friend, this was not meant to be a mournful piece, but rather a joyous remembrance of a life ended too soon. The work features two primary themes that ebb and fl...

The tongue-in-cheek title gives a hint to an upbeat original composition that sets the stage to feature the antics of a unique glissando-anxious section. With an exotic flavor and the ability to engag...

This composition is based on the life of the German cavalry general Hans Michael Elias von Obentraut (1574-1625), who was known for his nerve, loyalty and courage. The figure Van Obentraut is closely...

This piece comprises a series of variations on the melody of 'Ami, dans cette vie' ('Friend, in this life), an 18th century French song. Like the famous poem 'Canzona di Bacco' by Lorenzo de' Medici,...

Noah's Ark is a composition based on the well-known bible-storys in which Noah builds an ark to conquer the flood. This work portrays four impressions, each of them introduced by a theme. To add drama...

As the title suggests, the Austrian composer Gerald Oswald's work Music for Happiness aims above all to convey a message: the great joy in making music together. Music making is joyful and relaxing, a...

The zeppelin airship 'Hindenburg', named after the German Reich President Paul von Hindenburg, was one of the largest airships ever built. The maiden voyage of the airship was in March 1936, but on Ma...

The Matterhorn (Italian Monte Cervino) is one of the highest mountains in the Alps, with an altitude of 4478 meters. It's striking figure and history makes it one of the most famous mountains in the w...

Attractive trumpet concerto in three movements. The lively, virtuosic Allegro ritmico is composed in the classical manner. The beautiful, quiet Ballade for flugelhorn with orchestral accompaniment pro...

The Norwegian Roald Amundsen had actually been planning an expedition to the Arctic for a long time. But at the beginning of September 1909, two other adventurers announced that they had already reach...

Nahezu 30 verschiedene Märsche und Melodien hat Xaver Lecheler in diesem witzigen Medley zusammengestellt. Da im ganzen Stück die "Uneinigkeit" zwischen Dirigent und Orchester dargestellt werden soll,...

Die Nacht. Seit jeher ist der Mensch von ihr fasziniert und verschreckt zugleich. Zum einen wird sie verklärt und verspricht Freiheit und Abenteuer. Zum anderen wird sie gefürchtet und gilt als Inbegr...

Experience an exhilarating piece for concert band with "In the Air", crafted to inspire musicians and audiences alike. Published by Symphonic Dimensions Publishing, this composition unfolds a captivat...

The 330-meter-tall Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Originally built as a temporary structure for the 1889 World's Fair, it was meant to symbolize the technological and i...

All aboard for a magical musical journey with the main theme from the beloved holiday movie classic *The Polar Express*! This captivating arrangement published by Hal Leonard perfectly captures the wo...

Boys and girls of every age. Would you like to see something strange? Young concert bands are now able to enjoy one of the most popular movie songs of all time. An excellent choice for reinforcing chr...

Some of the best holiday music over the years has come from movie soundtracks. This unique and entertaining medley includes: The Polar Express, Somewhere in My Memory from Home Alone and Overture from...

From the blockbuster Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard film score, this medley is set for your young band. The favorite titles included in this winter medley include: 'The Polar Express,' 'When Christma...

From the blockbuster Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard film score, this medley is set for your young band. The favorite titles included in this winter medley include: 'The Polar Express,' 'When Christma...

This blockbuster Alan Silvestri and Glen Ballard film score has been masterfully scored for symphonic band. The medley includes 'Believe,' 'The Polar Express,' 'When Christmas Comes to Town,' and 'Spi...

Based on his popular setting for standard concert band, Richard Saucedo has adapted this holiday favorite for the flex-band format. This dynamic version features a driving energy throughout and an ing...