Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

The beginning tempo marking says it all for this exciting piece: 'With energy and determination.' The strength of Zephyrus and the rhythm of his 'Z' (Morse Code rhythm: long-long-short-short) are the...

While much of composer Paul Whear's efforts have been in advanced-level music, he has also written some very significant works for lower level bands. In Czech Suite, Dr. Whear respectfully explores th...

This is a sensitive, technically simple melody treated in an andante tempo and 3/4 meter. Its sparse scoring, in spots, contrasts nicely with the legato ensemble statements that predominate. Percussio...

Originally part of an Elgar cantata from the 1890s, this low and expressive arrangement for band is a wonderful teaching tool and performance piece. Not technically demanding, it is a beautiful study...

This is a sensitive, technically simple melody treated in an andante tempo and 3/4 meter. Its sparse scoring, in spots, contrasts nicely with the legato ensemble statements that predominate. Percussio...

This lovely composition, which focuses on legato playing from all sections reminds us of the warm lazy days of another era. Technically not demanding, this will allow you to focus on your band's tone...

A fun selection featuring foot stomps in all sections and glissandos for the trombones. An excellent introduction to staccato articulation and slurs for all players, the work uses eighth note patterns...

A fun teaching piece that introduces several stylistic elements, including use of dynamics and staccato. With a simple melody begun by the woodwinds, the brass and percussion sections both get a chanc...

This truly engaging number for your first year bands uses only rhythms of whole, half and quarter notes for the winds, and eighth notes in the percussion. Quincy has made this a very special work for...

Although this work will provide superior material for your band to work on the contrast between staccato and legato articulation styles, what everyone will remember will be the image of dancing Dachsh...

This is an outstanding addition to the first and second year band repertoire and will provide an opportunity to introduce or reinforce basic syncopation. The excellent melodic material uses only limit...

Pirate's Cove is a dramatic short overture that captures the excitement, daring and mystery of the age of the buccaneers. Scored to give the less experienced band a secure, full sound, Pirate's Cove h...

From his guest conducting travels in Brazil, Andy has constructed a suite of three contrasting traditional Brazilian children's songs: Marcha, Soldaro! (March, Soldier), Capelina de Melao (Little Chap...

The Cahokia were the prehistoric Indian civilization who built the impressive mounds in Illinois. The music represents the images of war, peace, celebration and mystery which the composer encountered...

Star Voyage is a dramatic overture for young band, a voyage to the vast expanses of interstellar space. This is excellent material for your next concert or festival, which also provides great training...

Beware the terror that lurks under the bed! In addition to being a very clever selection for your students, this is really great teaching material for your first or second year band. Trombone glissand...

Celebrate young people everywhere! The unrelenting tempo from start to finish is a fitting tribute to the energy and enthusiasm of youth. A positive statement from a respected composer.

A great feature for your first or second year bands which includes a narration to introduce each section of the group. Each section plays a variation of this bright melody, with all sections combining...

Lloyd Conley vividly captures the feel of the cold wind in your face as you careen down the bobsled course. The magic of winter is evident in this captivating work, with some mild technical challenges...

Those pesky dust bunnies are back! Terrifying screams, vacuum cleaners and brooms accompany this frightening look at what lurks under the bed. This work continues the tradition started by Revenge of t...

From the composer who brought us Snakes!, here is another opportunity for young musicians to become 'snake-charmers.' Glass bottles lightly tapped with pencils make the sound of a gentle rain. Seagull...

A fun selection featuring foot stomps in all sections and glissandos for the trombones. An excellent introduction to staccato articulation and slurs for all players, the work uses eighth note patterns...

A fun teaching piece that introduces several stylistic elements, including use of dynamics and staccato. With a simple melody begun by the woodwinds, the brass and percussion sections both get a chanc...