This wonderful and energetic original work for beginning band takes simple yet effective melodies and creatively presents them with solid scoring, wonderful orchestrations, and a wide variety of musical

Great for contest, this driving piece is sure to keep your students motivated. Cinematic orchestra hits and biting rhythms make for a fun experience, while lyrical contrast in the B section is perfect for

This original work for beginning string orchestra is an excellent introduction to simple syncopation. Using only notes of the D scale, it passes the melody to all sections and is a great opportunity to

What every beginning player and director wants: an elementary band piece that sounds like a high school piece! This inspiring work for developing band has equal parts teaching moments and engaging material

An exciting musical adventure in which a hero has to save the day in a limited amount of time, reminiscent of film scores in almost every superhero movie. A uniquely suspenseful experience that's highly

Create an ominous thunderstorm with effective use of body percussion and percussion effects in this strong and driving work. All sections enjoy intense melodies and rhythmical impact moments. A sure

A high-energy Latin rock tune is always fun, and this one fills that slot perfectly. Students will get the opportunity to practice blues form, and solid ensemble writing will help this chart come together

Aliens are attacking... from the attic! Your beginning orchestra will love this fun programmatic work. Violins and violas play tense staccato ostinatos while the cellos and bass play an ominous melody below

Written as a follow-up to the widely popular Acidic, this work adds more cinematic flair while remaining accessible to young string orchestras. The introduction features a clever ostinato pattern

This concert march was written specifically for young musicians. As the title indicates, the jubilant and upbeat spirit portrays a strong sense of unity that emanates throughout the piece. It's perfect for

This very playable chart is a bluesy, swinging excursion in G minor. Lots of tutti rhythms in the winds make this an excellent choice for a young ensemble just starting on the jazz path. There are solos for

The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions. One such time-honored tradition is the holiday string concert, which is often the debut performance for young musicians. This

The holiday season is a time of joy, merriment, excitement, and traditions such as the holiday string concert, which is often the debut performance for young musicians. Angels in the Halls

Are you ready to groove with some tiny but mighty creatures? Then you won't want to miss out on this upbeat and playful composition that captures the lively spirit of ants as they march and scurry about.

Your young musicians won't be able to get enough of this intense, high-energy work. A lyrical opening transitions to a driving minor melody with heavy impacts, powerful percussion, and open "gladiator"

A piece as uplifting and exciting as its title! This has a fresh and wonderful sound color palette for beginning band that will give you some variety in your program. Meant to convey a hopeful spirit in

With a heroic fanfare-like main theme and a dreamy secondary theme, this excellent concert opener is the perfect way to make an opening statement. The low brass will love showing off some power while the

This fun and imaginative original work uses long melodic lines over repeating eighth-note patterns to give the listener the feeling of optimism that the fresh start of a new day brings. Young players will

An axiom is a statement or proposition which is regarded as being established, accepted, or self-evidently true. Make your orchestra sound mature with this bold piece that includes fanfare gestures, strong

This swinging chart is a great introduction to the blues, filled with ensemble passages that work beautifully. A fundamental element of this tune is the use of call and response. There are some fabulous

Imagine a blade smith in medieval times, working the forge as he heats the metal molten hot so he can hammer it into a beautiful knight's weapon. A brake drum simulates this sound, along with scrapes

Here's a classy way to introduce the bossa nova style to your developing players. This lyrical chart is great for focusing on developing dynamic phrasing without being too advanced. 

Here's an approachable rock tune with a fun twist - it is built on ten-measure phrases! Your band will sound great in a hurry and will have a blast in the process. Punchy brass licks and outstanding

In the various branches of the military, one of the first things that a young cadet learns to do is to march in step. This march is written in the standard three-part form, with no break strain, and will