Opening Pieces for Concert Band

In the energetic style of a Russian folk dance, James Curnow's original Cossack Dance is a great addition to the important Grade 1 level literature. It could be used as a Young Band festival opener or...

It's always a treat when James L. Hosay introduces a new concert march. He brings fresh ideas to the form in surprising ways. In Ice Breaker, the opening is a force of nature that leads to a highly ch...

Arranged by Don Owen for concert band - Grades 4-5.

Transcribed by Charles Sayre. From the warmth of the opening theme to the imitation of terrors of battle, this extraordinary selection captures the full spectrum of musical emotions. Essential for you...

Conveying a spirit of hope and inspiration, this powerful overture (translated Ever Forward) features a diverse mix of styles and moods. The opening fast theme scored for the full ensemble is rich wit...

Conveying a spirit of hope and inspiration, this powerful overture (translated Ever Forward) features a diverse mix of styles and moods. The opening fast theme scored for the full ensemble is rich wit...

Although fairly brief in duration, this exciting overture features plenty of power and musical depth. Originally a work for brass quintet, it wasn't until many years later that the full band version t...

Although fairly brief in duration, this exciting overture features plenty of power and musical depth. Originally a work for brass quintet, it wasn't until many years later that the full band version t...

“In its original scoring, this Overture to Lysistrata--drawn from its heroine's first cabaletta, its second lady's aria of longing, and the raucous finale of the first act--already saluted the wind or...

In its original scoring, this Overture to Lysistrata--drawn from its heroine's first cabaletta, its second lady's aria of longing, and the raucous finale of the first act--already saluted the wind orc...

This bold work depicts the geological wonder of the rock formations in the Bryce Canyon area of southern Utah. Opening with a fanfare, the composition moves through a variety of moods including a refl...

This bold work depicts the geological wonder of the rock formations in the Bryce Canyon area of southern Utah. Opening with a fanfare, the composition moves through a variety of moods including a refl...

This bold work depicts the geological wonder of the rock formations in the Bryce Canyon area of southern Utah. Opening with a fanfare, the composition moves through a variety of moods including a refl...

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...

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...

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...