Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Eye of the Hawk was inspired by the beautiful and majestic Hudson Valley. I wanted to base the piece on something that would resonate with the band who would be premiering it... my local, exceptional,...

Walking to the Sky takes an epic, cinematic approach to celebrate humankind's collective quest for wisdom and transcendence. It was inspired by a 100-foot Jonathan Borofsky sculpture, which creates th...

Walking to the Sky takes an epic, cinematic approach to celebrate humankind's collective quest for wisdom and transcendence. It was inspired by a 100-foot Jonathan Borofsky sculpture, which creates th...

Walking to the Sky takes an epic, cinematic approach to celebrate humankind's collective quest for wisdom and transcendence. It was inspired by a 100-foot Jonathan Borofsky sculpture, which creates th...

This descriptive and engaging work follows the ancient tale of a handsome young prince forced (through evil sorcery) to live part of his life as a dragon. He marries the beautiful Griselda under the c...

This descriptive and engaging work follows the ancient tale of a handsome young prince forced (through evil sorcery) to live part of his life as a dragon. He marries the beautiful Griselda under the c...

Drawing inspiration from the haunting beauty of the ring of mist that sometimes surrounds the moon (known as lunar halo) and also the legends and folklore associated with this phenomenon, Richard has...

Drawing inspiration from the haunting beauty of the ring of mist that sometimes surrounds the moon (known as lunar halo) and also the legends and folklore associated with this phenomenon, Richard has...

Wild Rose Jamboree conjures up the pioneer spirit and the big-sky panorama of Canada's heartland - Alberta. The cinematic approach to the music captures the essence of life in wild rose country - famo...

Wild Rose Jamboree conjures up the pioneer spirit and the big-sky panorama of Canada's heartland - Alberta. The cinematic approach to the music captures the essence of life in wild rose country - famo...

Undercurrents provides an electrifying, virtuosic showcase for the whole ensemble - featuring a series of solos, duets and trios, as well as highlighting the various chamber sections within the band....

(2015) Winter Dreams (2015) for concert band is Michael Daugherty's contemporary musical reflection on the creative world of Iowa artist Grant Wood (1891-1942). Composed in memory of Michael's father,...

(2015) Rio Grande (2015) for symphonic band is Grammy award winning composer Michael Daugherty's follow-up to his iconic Niagara Falls (1997). The title refers to the legendary 1, 250-mile river that...

River Rendezvous conceived as a work for multi-level band festivals, however it also serves as a dynamic stand-alone composition for grade 3 bands. Representing moods and scenes of the Fox River in so...

River Rendezvous conceived as a work for multi-level band festivals, however it also serves as a dynamic stand-alone composition for grade 3 bands. Representing moods and scenes of the Fox River in so...

River Rendezvous conceived as a work for multi-level band festivals, however it also serves as a dynamic stand-alone composition for grade 3 bands. Representing moods and scenes of the Fox River in so...

Commissioned by the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association to commemorate its 75th anniversary, Presidential Suite recognizes the rich historical heritage of Virginia, particularly as the b...

Commissioned by the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association to commemorate its 75th anniversary, Presidential Suite recognizes the rich historical heritage of Virginia, particularly as the b...

With a title that refers to the ongoing quest in which we all embark when trying to find our place in the world, Richard Saucedo's At the End of the Rainbow takes us on a journey of varied moods and s...

With a title that refers to the ongoing quest in which we all embark when trying to find our place in the world, Richard Saucedo's At the End of the Rainbow takes us on a journey of varied moods and s...