Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Die Filmreihe 'Pirates of the Caribbean' enthält vier Teile. Dieser Riesenerfolg mit Johnny Depp in der (Haupt) rolle von Jack Sparrow hat weltweit über eine halbe Milliarde Dollar eingebracht. Die Mu...

Eric Osterling arranges for concert band the music that made the Warner Bros. Looney Tunes characters jump out of the screen and into the hearts of kids of all ages.

Think was the hit song from the 1980 blockbuster 'The Blues Brothers'. This arrangement is soul music at its best, arranged for concert band. Think is the biggest hit for American singer and songwrite...

The title song from 1984-movie Ghostbusters is one of the greatest successes of 80's pop music. Written and performed by Ray Parker Jr. and nominated for Grammy as best original song. This easy but ca...

Inspired by the stories in ABBAs songs a very popular film is made. This is also the 'Blockbuster' musical seen by over 30 million in 170 cities translated to 8 laguages, about a bride-to-be, her moth...

In 'The Incredibles', music with high energy and a lot of wind players fits well. To play this music with a wind band takes good care of this intentions. The super heroes is matched with music in all...

Featuring the clarinets in their low register, along with Michael Sweeney's unique harmonic approach and a tasty percussion accompaniment, here is a splendid yet easy setting of this traditional Scott...

With its modal harmonies and hauntingly beautiful melody, this holiday favorite will sound terrific with your beginning players thanks to Michael Sweeney's skilled arrangement.

Imagine the mist rising on a secluded Scottish valley to reveal a festival of song and dance. Here's a marvelous piece in a variety of styles that uses a mix of original themes and folk songs from the...

Recorded by the Dropkick Murphys, this Irish jig with a rock and roll edge has become a popular anthem for professional sports teams - not only in Boston, but also in stadiums and arenas across the co...

This may be John Moss' best contribution to young band literature to date. His use of ancient Scottish folk styles, coupled with his unmatched skill for musical drama, has resulted in this fabulous ne...

Featuring some of America's most beloved folk melodies, Michael Sweeney has crafted an emotional and satisfying work for young players. You'll hear recurring strains of Swing Low, Sweet Chariot woven...

Written in a style similar to Michael's popular Celtic Air and Dance, here is another terrific setting of Celtic tunes arranged for very young bands. This arrangement opens with a beautiful and flowin...

The distinctive music of China and its rich history in the arts give this medley a special appeal to student performers. James Curnow's excellent blend of three traditional folk melodies is ideal as a...

Following in Michael's popular Celtic Air and Dance format, here are two contrasting melodies associated with centuries of Irish conflict and turmoil. The haunting ballad The Foggy Dew was composed sh...

Featuring mini-variations on the folk tune Cumberland Gap, this easy overture provides a musical portrait of travel through the Appalachian Mountains. Composed in a single tempo, there is still plenty...

Sea shanties have long been a source of tuneful melodies and rollicking rhythms. Johnnie's setting for band features a wide variety of styles and textures, and is a great choice for contest or festiva...

A collection of four Ukrainian folk songs including Plyve, Kacha, Oi, Marichko, Oi, u vyshnevomu sadu, and Rozpriahaite, Hloptsi, kni that capture the vibrant and emotive music of the culture perfectl...

Written in a slow-fast form, this repertoire favorite from 1993 opens with a lyric section featuring the flutes and alternating with full ensemble chorale-like passages. All sections of the band get a...

All men had feets is a folk tune from Trondheim, transcribed around 1850 by L. M. Lindeman. In more recent times, the song has been popularized by artists such as Alf Cranner. The lyrics are both maca...

In 1990, Owe Green composed the "Folklore Suite No. 3", comprising three movements: 1. By the side of the road 2. Longing and Barefoot Dance 3. Polska.Owe Green commenced his musical career as a flaut...

Langeberglaatten is a lydarlaatt* and is most often performed on langeleik. The laatt exists in different variations and is played in several ways. Of the langeleik players from Valdres, these have ma...