Sheet Music Downloads by Brian Balmages

Based on a student's artwork of a broken robot overlooking a magnificent city, Hope Ahead uses vibrant colors to contrast elements of despair and hope. Brian Balmages uses unique effects and bold melo...

A serious concert or festival piece, Invictus was written in memory of the composer's grandfather and based on a poem of the same title by William Ernest Henley. This extensive, emotional composition...

Opening with a stately rhythm in the low brass, the main theme moves into a slightly slower and more lyrical section with cascading triplets moving throughout the woodwinds. Moving into a faster secti...

Both tragic and inspirational, this work takes you on an emotional roller coaster. In memory of a high school senior, the piece receives its title from the eulogy delivered by his band director. The o...

Tired of playing the same old holiday tunes from the method on your winter concert? Then take a fresh approach with this exceptional arrangement that amazingly uses only six notes and note values no s...

This contemporary work based on Edgar Allan Poe’s "The Raven" tells the eerie story of a man confronted by a raven, and his slow descent into utter madness. A haunting piano line supports the opening...

This contemporary work based on Edgar Allan Poe’s "The Raven" tells the eerie story of a man confronted by a raven, and his slow descent into utter madness. A haunting piano line supports the opening...

This exuberant expression of joy begins with a series of brass fanfares punctuated by percussion interludes and woodwind flourishes. Moving between bold multi-meter sections and lighter passages, the...

Concert band meets bluegrass in this innovative work that infuses a multitude of stylistic influences within a contemporary framework. Making use of traditional instruments such as washboard and spoon...

This heartfelt, lyrical work juxtaposes the theme of loss with an everpresent sense of uplifting joy. Very cinematic in nature, this emotional rollercoaster moves through passages of solitude and tran...

Add some Cajun flavor to your program with this piece that centers around the musical culture of Louisiana. Spirited, powerful and playful melodies weave together as the ensemble and audience experien...

Inspired by the ambiguous 1922 artwork by Swiss-German painter Paul Klee, this dark music depicts a struggle between nature and machine. A haunting melody slowly transforms as the machine around it gr...

Immediately command your audience's attention with this thrilling fanfare that includes sweeping lines, forceful rhythms, and counterpoint - and all in a short grade 2.5 that is quite achievable! Your...

Immediately command your audience's attention with this thrilling fanfare that includes sweeping lines, forceful rhythms, and counterpoint - and all in a short grade 2.5 that is quite achievable! Your...

Inspired by pure joy, this work explores uplifting and lighthearted emotions. The music has a constant rhythmic pulse that gently interacts with graceful melodic lines and countermelodies. Engaging ha...

Written to celebrate both the power and beauty of nature, Force of Nature juxtaposes intensely rhythmic elements with broad, lyrical lines. Sustained phrases suggest those awe-inspiring locations that...

Written to celebrate both the power and beauty of nature, Force of Nature juxtaposes intensely rhythmic elements with broad, lyrical lines. Sustained phrases suggest those awe-inspiring locations that...