Opening Piece Sheet Music Downloads

Brahms's Academic Festival Overture was composed in the summer of 1880 for the conferment of his own honorary doctorate of philosophy degree by Breslau University. The piece is based on a number of st...

Brahms's Academic Festival Overture was composed in the summer of 1880 for the conferment of his own honorary doctorate of philosophy degree by Breslau University. The piece is based on a number of st...

The majesty of Richard Wagner's epic overture really comes through in its first available arrangement for young bands by composer Mark Williams. Performable in either a fast 4/4 or a slow 'cut-time',...

The majesty of Richard Wagner's epic overture really comes through in its first available arrangement for young bands by composer Mark Williams. Performable in either a fast 4/4 or a slow 'cut-time',...

A striking new setting of the Elmer Bernstein classic march-style overture, 'The Magnificent Seven' will provide a familiar theme to your program with energy to spare. Everyone gets a crack at the mel...

A striking new setting of the Elmer Bernstein classic march-style overture, 'The Magnificent Seven' will provide a familiar theme to your program with energy to spare. Everyone gets a crack at the mel...

Beginning with a short powerful fanfare-like opening statement, the melody is first introduced in the trumpet section followed by the entire ensemble. The melody is developed thoughout, building to an...

Beginning with a short powerful fanfare-like opening statement, the melody is first introduced in the trumpet section followed by the entire ensemble. The melody is developed thoughout, building to an...

With a rhythmic drive and tuneful melody, this concert overture engages the listener from the first measure. Colorful scoring and tasteful percussion bring the opening section to life. The plaintive l...

With a rhythmic drive and tuneful melody, this concert overture engages the listener from the first measure. Colorful scoring and tasteful percussion bring the opening section to life. The plaintive l...

Stonybrook Overture was written for a concert band festival hosted by the 4th and 5th grade band of the Stonybrook School in Kinnelon, NJ. Beginning with a majestic statement, it moves into a legato m...

Stonybrook Overture was written for a concert band festival hosted by the 4th and 5th grade band of the Stonybrook School in Kinnelon, NJ. Beginning with a majestic statement, it moves into a legato m...

Featuring a variety of textures and styles, this original overture has several, carefully-cued opportunities for your horn soloist. Following a grandiose introduction, the dance-like theme is energeti...

Featuring a variety of textures and styles, this original overture has several, carefully-cued opportunities for your horn soloist. Following a grandiose introduction, the dance-like theme is energeti...

This festive concert overture is sure to add a sparkle to your next program. It features wonderful melodic lines and colorful harmonies with a healthy portion of ebullient rhythms added to the recipe....

This festive concert overture is sure to add a sparkle to your next program. It features wonderful melodic lines and colorful harmonies with a healthy portion of ebullient rhythms added to the recipe....

This energetic overture opens strongly with the low brass presenting a melodic arpeggio motive that recurs throughout the A section of the piece. The B section provides an excellent contrast with an e...

This energetic overture opens strongly with the low brass presenting a melodic arpeggio motive that recurs throughout the A section of the piece. The B section provides an excellent contrast with an e...

Here is a blindingly fast, raucously energetic concert opener that derives its title from the consecutive rising three-note cells that are the building blocks for almost the entire work. However, the...

Here is a blindingly fast, raucously energetic concert opener that derives its title from the consecutive rising three-note cells that are the building blocks for almost the entire work. However, the...

Tribute is a stirring, colorful, and energetic work from one of the most highly regarded composers for concert bands. James Barnes has crafted this attractive overture as a gift for James K. Copenhave...

Tribute is a stirring, colorful, and energetic work from one of the most highly regarded composers for concert bands. James Barnes has crafted this attractive overture as a gift for James K. Copenhave...

Valor is defined as 'boldness or determination in facing great danger; heroic courage.' 'Call to Valor' musically evokes both the resolute strength and quiet courage required to face difficulties and...

Valor is defined as 'boldness or determination in facing great danger; heroic courage.' 'Call to Valor' musically evokes both the resolute strength and quiet courage required to face difficulties and...

This overture with optional choir can be used to honor all of your students for their dedicated pursuit of musical excellence as well as to the dedicated educators that guide them. With its patriotic...