Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Dámaso Pérez Prado defined the mambo as 'merely an Afro-Cuban rhythm with a flavour of American swing'. In the 1950's he became also a star in the USA where he was considered as 'The Mambo King'.

Opening with a stately Intrada, followed by a moving Siciliano, and melodic Scherzo and concluding with the spirited Gigue, this piece by Alfred Reed is excellent for contest and festivals.

The 2017 version of The Year of the Dragon was commissioned by the Siena Wind Orchestra and given its world premiere on June 17th 2017 in Bunkyo Civic Hall, Tokyo, conducted by the composer. The origi...

As a great fan of the Swedish pop rock duo Roxette, the top German arranger Wolfgang Wössner created a catchy pop medley for wind band as an ode to its lead vocalist Marie Fredriksson who passed away...

Although this tune by iconic band Queen met with a rather cool reception when it was first released in 1979, over the years it has become one of the bands most popular songs thanks in part to frequent...

Supernova is an energetic piece in a pop style that inspires joy and good humour, its rhythm giving it an exceptionally lively and festive character. Its theme is renewal, rebirth and solidarity in th...

Wie tief ist deine Liebe' ('How Deep Is Your Love') fragen die Gebrüder Maurice, Robin und Barry Gibb - besser bekannt als Bee Gees - in diesem weltberühmten Pop Song. Im Jahr 1977 nahm das Trio das L...

Tom Jones has been in show business for a number of decades, and he is still going strong. The Welshman scored his first success in 1965, with It's Not Unusual, a song that was a worldwide hit. Stefan...

Composed in the summer of 1984, Yorkshire Ballad was premiered at the Kansas Bandmasters Association Convention by Claude T. Smith and the Kansan Intercollegiate Band. Since its publication, it has be...

This signature hit by the Backstreet Boys was recorded in 1999 and hailed by many as the pop ballad of that year. With a catchy melody passed from section to section and a relaxed rock tempo, this arr...

The exciting final number from the hit movie The Greatest Showman comes alive in this solid arrangement for young players.

Originally a hit for the pop group Aqua in 1997, this peppy and instantly recognized tune found its way into the movie “Barbie” as the background track for the song “Barbie World.” Here's a fun versio...

The title track to the film of the same name was originally composed by Chuck Mangione. The well-known melody helped make this 1970's jazz and pop legend so famous and popular. Peter Kleine Schaars sk...

The movie production Out Of Africa starring Meryl Streep and Robert Redford is no doubt one of the most beautiful films of the past decade. The music for the soundtrack was composed by John Barry. The...

Baba Yetu (Our Father in Swahili) is the title number of the computer game Civilization IV. Baba Yetu won the Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s), in 2011. This was...

Series Sound Classics No.23 With the CD 'swing when you're winning' (2001) Robbie Williams succeeded in making today's young generation dance and dream to the same melodies that had already made their...

The Eurovision Song Contest winner 2012 arranged for band by Jan van Kraeydonck.

This title became known from the Delta Airlines advertising. Sounds unmistakably like world music. Din A4

Right from Toto's foundation in 1977, the band grew into a living legend, not only because of international superhits, but also because of the ongoing urge of its members to develop their special musi...

Recorded by American pop group Walk The Moon, this upbeat rock hit has already demonstrated remarkable longevity. Skillfully arranged for younger players, this lively tune is fun for all players, and...

Summer, sun and beach - this carefree attitude to life was conveyed by the vocal group "The Drifters" in 1964 with their song Under the Boardwalk. Latin American-influenced rhythms at a rather moderat...