Concert Marches for Concert Band

The continuing popularity of Eric Whitacre's dramatic and evocative music is evident in concert programming everywhere, with his symphonic, choral, and operatic works. October is arguably his most not...

The continuing popularity of Eric Whitacre's dramatic and evocative music is evident in concert programming everywhere, with his symphonic, choral, and operatic works. October is arguably his most not...

Commissioned by the Georgia Music Educators Association District 8 Honor Band, this lyrical work uses flowing melodic lines and creative scoring to create an effective setting for young bands. Sam ski...

This loving and dreamlike work captures the undulating rhythm of a mother rocking her child to sleep. The piece was inspired by classic Rudyard Kipling: 'Oh! Hush thee, my baby, the night is behind us...

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...

As implied by the title, the meter of 5/4 is an important structural component of this creative and energetic work for band. After the intense opening statement, a brief lyric and calm middle section...

Featuring a relentless rhythmic drive and powerful-sounding themes, here is an effective and exciting piece for second-year players. Utilizing a single tempo and no syncopation, this is a great tool f...

Originally composed for the acclaimed U. S. Army Band Herald Trumpets, Paul Murtha's dramatic fanfare pays tribute to the heroic men and women of the New York City Fire Department who lost their lives...

Prestidigitation means sleight of hand or nimble fingers, and describes the alto saxophone soloist in this innovative and compelling work. The triplet rhythms, walking bass line and call-and-response...

Kiskiminetas is a Native American word that means to make daylight and was likely a command given to break camp and continue the journey. Paul Murtha's escriptive work for young players opens with a n...

Commemmorating the legacy of Paige's Music in Indianapolis, IN as they celebrate their 150th anniversary, this dynamic work features an intense rhythmic drive along with a soaring melody that serves a...

Commemmorating the legacy of Paige's Music in Indianapolis, IN as they celebrate their 150th anniversary, this dynamic work features an intense rhythmic drive along with a soaring melody that serves a...

First published in 2004, Richard Saucedo's Flight of the Thunderbird has remained a popular choice for contest and festival for younger players. Skillfully scored in this new edition for flexible inst...

Here's a flexible edition of Richard's popular Scorpion! scored for just four parts plus percussion. Written for second-year players, you can mix and match the parts to fit the needs of your ensemble.

Here is a creative take on the traditional march form. As the title implies, March Circuitous takes some inventive twists and turns along the way, providing a distinctive and rewarding march for young...

Hugh Stuart's classic composition from 1985 has remained popular through the years and continues to be a great teaching tool for lyric style playing and musical sensitivity. Here is an authentic adapt...

Sunlight Dancing was inspired by a walk through a forest on a bright summer day - the sunlight was flickering between the leaves and it seemed like the whole forest was dancing. This is a celebratory...