Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Randall Standridge launches young musicians into his Starfire Series with "Starfire Alpha", an exciting and accessible introduction to compound meter. Set in 6/8 and in C minor, this Grade .5 work use...

Awaken the competitive spirit in your band room with "Battle Royale" by Randall Standridge. This Grade .5 work, set in 4/4 time and C minor, uses primarily the first five notes taught to beginners whi...

Fast, driving, and full of attitude, Top Speed by Randall Standridge pushes young ensembles into high gear. Set in an unusual fast 3/4 meter and in B♭ major, this Grade 1.5 work blends elements of min...

Add a touch of holiday mischief to your program with" Krampus on the Rooftop" by Randall Standridge. Set in C minor and 4/4 time, this Grade 1 work brings the legendary Christmas figure to life with a...

Randall Standridge returns to the high seas with "Blackbeard: Sea of Shadows", an exciting sequel to his popular Grade .5 work Blackbeard. Set in C minor, this Grade 1.5 adventure opens with a slow, m...

Program Notes Last year, I wrote a piece called The Great Rubber Chicken Galop. It featured vaudeville flair, ragtime energy, and of course a small army of squeaking rubber chickens. It was ridiculous...

Brilliant and blazing, "Fireborn" by Randall Standridge is a fast-paced Grade 2 work that makes an immediate impact. Set in driving 4/4 time, the piece opens with a fiery fanfare before unfolding into...

Warm, reflective, and deeply expressive, "Photos from December" by Randall Standridge is a lyrical Grade 2 holiday work that captures the feeling of looking back on cherished memories. Original melodi...

Blazing through the cold with rhythmic intensity, Winter Fire! by Jorge Vargas is a fast and energetic Grade .5 work that brings heat to the beginning band stage. Set in C minor and driving 4/4 time,...

Canadian composer Matt Neufeld launches young musicians into an intergalactic adventure with Doom Star, a bold reimagining of "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star." Set in C minor and driving 4/4 time, this...

Celebrate the season with sparkle and excitement in "Fireworks on the Holidays" by Joshua Idio. This fast-paced Grade 1.5 work in 4/4 time and major mode captures the joy and wonder of unexpected holi...

Dark and powerful, "The Kraken Awakens" by Joshua Idio plunges young musicians into a thrilling undersea adventure. Set in 3/4 time and in a minor mode, this Grade 1.5 work captures the mystery and in...

Playful with a shadowy twist, "By the Dark of the Moon" by Matt Neufeld reimagines the familiar French folk tune Au Clair de la Lune in a delightfully spooky setting. This work for young and developin...

Fast-paced and cinematic, "Path of the Scarab" by E. Benton Lilliefors takes listeners on a musical journey across the deserts of ancient Egypt. Inspired by the symbolism of the scarab beetle, a repre...

Joyful and uplifting, "Dancing in the Sun" by Nathan Hervey is a vibrant Grade 2.5 work that celebrates the universal human experience of dance. Blending symphonic and pops styles, the piece moves bet...

Lyrical and expressive, "Moonlit Sea " by Heather Hoefle is a Grade 2 work inspired by the quiet beauty of moonlight reflecting across the ocean. Flowing melodies and warm harmonies create a sense of...

Bold and cinematic, "Of Swords and Scrolls" by Gavin Lendt transports performers into a world of ancient legend where courage and wisdom stand side by side. Built from a simple three-note motif, this...

Bold and engaging, "Big Things in Real Time" by Jorge Vargas is a dynamic Grade 2.5 work that explores the excitement of mixed meter. Shifting between 5/4 and 3/4, the piece combines driving tempo, sy...

Subtle, expressive, and full of character, "Slightly" by Wesley Cheang explores the idea that music, like language, often communicates in ways that are open to interpretation. Blending symphonic textu...

Gentle and expressive, "Humble" by Jorge Vargas is a lyrical Grade 1 work that offers young musicians an introduction to expressive playing and musical phrasing. Flowing melodies and warm harmonies cr...

The main theme of the world famous film, "Gone with the Wind" in this easy but fascinating arrangement by Lorenzo Pusceddu, published in Card Size for the Casual Band series. Format: Score A4 (210x297...

The piece is built around three brief movements. Its didactic range and variety also make it suitable for youth banc contests. 1) Allegro: festive and celebratory 2) Andante: a smooth expressive inter...

Down by the Riverside (auch bekannt als "Ain't Gonna Study War No More" und "Gonna lay down my burden") ist ein afrikanisch-amerikanisches Spiritual. Seine Wurzeln reichen bis in die Zeit vor dem amer...