Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Alex Shapiro first brought electroacoustic music - paired with using an everyday object as an instrument - to middle school bands with her 2010 piece, PAPER CUT. Now comes ROCK MUSIC, possibly the ver...

Alex Shapiro first brought electroacoustic music - paired with using an everyday object as an instrument - to middle school bands with her 2010 piece, PAPER CUT. Now comes ROCK MUSIC, possibly the ver...

The race is on! Lightspeed is a high-velocity piece built almost entirely on fast-moving staccato eighth notes. Inspired by the painting technique of pointillism, which uses small distinct dots of col...

The race is on! Lightspeed is a high-velocity piece built almost entirely on fast-moving staccato eighth notes. Inspired by the painting technique of pointillism, which uses small distinct dots of col...

Snow is based on the charming Japanese children's song Yuki. Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a joyful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in...

Snow is based on the charming Japanese children's song Yuki. Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a joyful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in...

Snow is based on the charming Japanese children's song Yuki. Robert has combined this song with an original festive melody to create a joyful, winter holiday piece. Everyone gets a chance to shine in...

Celebrating the spirit of hope and determination of the early pioneers on the Iowa plains, this bold and varied overture also pays tribute to the historical importance of railroading to the city of Al...

Celebrating the spirit of hope and determination of the early pioneers on the Iowa plains, this bold and varied overture also pays tribute to the historical importance of railroading to the city of Al...

The giant stone statues of Easter Island (known as Moai) have long been a source of mystery and wonder. Using hints of Polynesian drumming and haunting ancient-sounding melodies, this intriguing work...

The giant stone statues of Easter Island (known as Moai) have long been a source of mystery and wonder. Using hints of Polynesian drumming and haunting ancient-sounding melodies, this intriguing work...

Composed entirely in a single fast tempo, this distinctive work uses a 2-measure rhythmic pattern as the underlying unifying element. Intensity and pacing are skillfully created using dynamics along w...

Half human, half machine - the cyborgs are about to invade planet Earth! Robert uses his background in composing sci-fi scores for television to create this epic cinematic composition that pits humani...

Half human, half machine - the cyborgs are about to invade planet Earth! Robert uses his background in composing sci-fi scores for television to create this epic cinematic composition that pits humani...

Half human, half machine - the cyborgs are about to invade planet Earth! Robert uses his background in composing sci-fi scores for television to create this epic cinematic composition that pits humani...

Using nothing faster than a quarter note (except 8th notes in percussion) and working in melody spots for every section, Michael Oare does a masterful job of capturing a sense of adventure - and possi...

Using nothing faster than a quarter note (except 8th notes in percussion) and working in melody spots for every section, Michael Oare does a masterful job of capturing a sense of adventure - and possi...

Using nothing faster than a quarter note (except 8th notes in percussion) and working in melody spots for every section, Michael Oare does a masterful job of capturing a sense of adventure - and possi...

Using nothing faster than a quarter note (except 8th notes in percussion) and working in melody spots for every section, Michael Oare does a masterful job of capturing a sense of adventure - and possi...

Featuring tuneful themes and moderate tempos, Eagles Awake! is a perfect overture for contest or festival. The middle slow section has a short solo for trumpet along with interesting harmonies, before...

Featuring tuneful themes and moderate tempos, Eagles Awake! is a perfect overture for contest or festival. The middle slow section has a short solo for trumpet along with interesting harmonies, before...

Tuneful and rhythmic' describe the Slavonic Dances by Dvorák, and part of what makes them so immediately appealing. This setting of Slavonic Dance No. 3 alternates between a moderate tempo and faster...

Recognizing the need for well-paced lyric pieces for young players, Richard Saucedo gives us The Lullaby in the Mirror. This heartfelt and touching work features a mournful melody that winds its way t...

Recognizing the need for well-paced lyric pieces for young players, Richard Saucedo gives us The Lullaby in the Mirror. This heartfelt and touching work features a mournful melody that winds its way t...

Using very modest ranges and easy rhythms (no syncopation) Richard has created this tender lyric piece that evokes the beauty of Spring. Perfect for teaching good tone, breath support and phrasing. Du...