Concert Marches for Concert Band

Over the past few years I must have read Goodnight Moon to my son a thousand times - maybe more. Somewhere around reading number 500, I began hearing little musical fragments as I read, and over time...

The fourth movement of Robert Buckley's grandly cinematic suite describing impressions of the seas of the moon, Serpent Sea is animated, exuberant and somewhat over-the-top. It was inspired by the ide...

In July 1969, Apollo 11 completed its mission to the moon and Neil Armstrong made his famous proclamation That's one small step... as he stepped out onto the lunar surface. Michael Oare's descriptive...

Highway of Heroes was composed to honor heroism of all kinds - to pay tribute to the brave souls who daily and unselfishly risk their lives and even pay the ultimate sacrifice. With the use of rich te...

From a song shared by Squamish First Nation artist and performer Bob Baker, comes a new work for concert band shaped by Robert Buckley that will allow your students to experience the music of one of N...

Panther Rising was composed in celebration of a new school whose mascot is the Panther. Skillfully designed for first-year players, this driving and energetic piece features an intense attitude with i...

From a song shared by Squamish First Nation and performer Bob Baker, comes a new work for concert band shaped by Robert Buckley that will allow your students to experience the music of one of North Am...

This descriptive work for first-year players pays tribute to all those affected by the devastation created by Hurricane Florence in 2018 as it swept through the Carolinas. The dark mood combined with...

Located near the base of scenic Paine Mountain in Vermont, Norwich University boasts the oldest collegiate band in the nation. Paine Mountain Legacy celebrates their 200th anniversary and is filled wi...

Continuing the popular format of previous Celtic Air and Dance settings, this work for second year players opens with the tender Irish ballad Ned of the Hill. The dance segment combines two popular Ir...

The term maverick has come to describe someone fiercely independent, and derives from the mid 1800s in the person of Samuel A. Maverick - Texas lawyer, politician, land baron and advocate for Texas in...

Myths and legends of dragons have stirred our imaginations down through the ages. Between Earth and Sky is a programmatic work opening with mystical strains and haunting melodies. The pace quickens as...

Near present day Olathe, KS three trails from pioneer days (the Santa Fe, Oregon and California trails) diverged on their way further West. Richard's exciting work Three Trails Turning West captures t...

Here is an easier version of Richard's dynamic work for band that commemorates the 150th anniversary of Paige's Music in Indianapolis, IN. Legacy features an intense rhythmic drive, creative laying an...

This distinctive work by Michael Oare is based on two Italian dance forms dating back to the Baroque period. Siciliano opens with a delicate 6/8 melody in the flutes which is developed and passed arou...

Inspired by that quality of humanity allowing us to adapt and persevere in the face of the challenges brought on by the pandemic, Resilience is a celebratory piece that commemorates everyone's efforts...

This inventive and entertaining piece is a mash-up of two entirely different music styles - Renaissance music and classic horror music. Danger is afoot! Shakespeare, armed with only his quill, must st...

Heroic and regal, this colorful concert opener for young ensembles will spark the imagination and energize any performance. Featuring majestic fanfares, powerful percussion and dramatic contrasts, thi...

Imagine a slightly confused cobbler and his workshop of curious tools and gadgets. Michael Oare's descriptive and clever work for beginning bands features a tuneful melody and special effects in the p...

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of Eckroth Music (Bismarck, ND), Across the Nothern Sky captures the majesty and beauty of the northern states served by their store locations. The antiphonal brass...

Here is an easier version of Michael's powerful overture that commemorates the 50th anniversary of Eckroth Music. Capturing the majesty and beauty of the northern states served by their store location...