Instrumental Pieces for Concert Band

Beautiful solo and ensemble playing highlights this lovely folk song treatment from Gene Milford. The work features interesting parts for all players and demonstrates a mastery of concert band sonorit...

Pretty in the way only a good folk song can be, Pretty Saro is a work of beauty for younger and older bands alike. Conservative ranges ensure maximum playability and mastery of intonation. The difficu...

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...

Here is a wonderfully creative and distinctive multicultural piece that will surely be a standout in any festival or contest program. Using three contrasting melodies, Richard has crafted a work that...

Smash the Windows is a vigorous piece full of energy and motion. The work is based on a traditional Irish jig with the same name. Robert Xavier Rodriguez calls the piece a "toccata moto perpetuo," the...

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...

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...

The music of Armenia, with its long history of folk songs, has a fascinating uniqueness and distinctive flavor. This appealing setting uses five traditional Armenian melodies in a rhapsodic approach f...

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...

A collection of four Ukranian 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 perfectly...

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...

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...

The Norwegian folk-music group «Madam Jam» consists of 7 musicians from the central, mountainous region of Norway. They released their first album, «van danse» in 2023. This polka is on the track-list...

Around the World in 8 minutes is a four-movement suite inspired by traditional music from four continents: Europe, Asia, Africa and America. The first movement is inspired by the royals, their castle...

Canadian Folk Trilogy offers a refreshing setting of three popular Canadian Folk songs. Kicking things off is an enjoyable adaptation of 'Donkey Riding. ' Singing this tune helped sailors to pass the...

This suite features three Canadian folk songs, each with a contrasting style, meter, and key. Beginning with 'The False Young Man' in a delicate, light fashion, it continues with the beautiful 'The Ma...

The folk music of Appalachia reflects the unwavering spirit of those early settlers who toiled and sacrificed to build the foundations of this country. Combining 'Sourwood Mountain' and 'She'll Be Com...

The major rivers which flow through the United States of America have centuries-long been prime vehicles for exploration, trade, inspiration, life, and general enjoyment for millions of people. Folk s...

The major rivers which flow through the United States of America have centuries-long been prime vehicles for exploration, trade, inspiration, life, and general enjoyment for millions of people. Folk s...