Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

The four movements in this setting from the famous 'Water Music Suite' include: Allegro; Air; Hornpipe; and Allegro Maestoso. These are the same movements found in the 'Canadian Brass' arrangement of...

Mike's innovative arrangement uses several themes form Dvorak's most famous symphony including the beautiful 'Going Home' theme. Introduce the music of Antonin Dvorak with this setting.

Here is an excellent adaptation for younger bands of this famous overture by Tchaikovsky. The arrangement opens with the slow chorale-like theme which is found at the beginning of the original overtur...

David Marshall has discovered and transcribed the music of Loosewig von Beethoven, Ludwig's demented cousin! An amusing and unusual novelty.

From Berlioz's 'symphonie Fantasique, ' Calvin Custer has carefully captured the picturesque drama of the original orchestral work. Opening with a solemn procession that quickly transforms into a bril...

The simplicity and beauty of Pachelbel's haunting theme has made it one of the most famous classical compositions ever written, as evidenced by recording sales. Calvin Custer's adaptation keeps the in...

The simplicity and beauty of Pachelbel's haunting theme has made it one of the most famous classical compositions ever written, as evidenced by recording sales. Calvin Custer's adaptation keeps the in...

Eric Osterling cleverly takes the famous Minuet in G by Bach and transforms it into a rock tune in 4/4. Carefully written so that every section gets a chance to play the melody.

John Williams has once again been called upon to create inspirational and powerful music for the Olympics. Featured on his new CD American Journey in addition to the Winter Games in Utah, this impress...

From Holst's monumental work, 'The Planets' comes this arrangement of one of the most popular movements. James Curnow has preserved the form and integrity of the original, yet made it accessible to mo...

Celebration was written for and dedicated to a promising young musician and leader whose life was needlessly taken by a drunk driver. To capture the spririt of this fine young person, Curnow uses exce...

Here's an easy treatment of this traditional graduation processional which includes an optional opening fanfare.

Here's a superb way to introduce your band to the joys of early instrumental music. Jim Curnow's well-conceived transcription is based on three 16th Century dances by Susato: I. Las Mourisque (Basse D...

Here's a superb way to introduce your band to the joys of early instrumental music. Jim Curnow's well-conceived transcription is based on three 16th Century dances by Susato: I. Las Mourisque (Basse D...

Curnow - Grade 3

This could possibly be Alfred Reed's most played work for band and is considered one of the giants of standard band literature. James Curnow's fine transcription for young band puts this important pie...

Here is one of Mozart's most recognizable works in a realistic, easy setting of the entire first movement. The perfect opportunity to introduce your students to the music of the classical period.

Paul Jennings as created an outstanding setting for this familiar canon for beginning groups. Starting softly with the woodwinds, the piece builds gradually throughout giving every section a chance to...

This gorgeous work has become a virtual pop hit, thanks to the many recordings by today's best-loved sopranos. Easy, yet full of teaching opportunities for tone, blend, pitch and expression.

Über diese gut gemachte und leicht zugängliche Bearbeitung des Klassikers Karneval der Tiere von Camille Saint-SaÙns werden sich sicherlich nicht nur Dirigenten von Jugendblasorchestern freuen. James...

Tielman Susato ist einer der wichtigsten, einfl ussreichsten Komponisten der Renaissance und damit gerade für jüngere Musiker ideal, um mit den Klängen dieser Epoche vertraut zu werden. James Curnow i...

Aus Antonin Dvoraks umfangreichem und exzellentem Gesamtwerk kennen jüngere Musiker oft, wenn überhaupt, nur ein einziges Thema aus einer seiner Sinfonien. Doch es war die erste Reihe seiner Slawische...

James Curnow skillfully brings one of Tchaikovsky's most memorable symphonic themes to the concert band stage with this new arrangement. It's always a good idea to let your band members become familia...

Give your young musicians a chance to know Mozart a little better. Two Mozart operas are represented in this very easy suite, along with a lovely theme from a Mozart piano sonata. Whether you choose t...