A reflective, lyrical work with solos for alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone (or euphonium), tuba, flute, oboe (or clarinet), horn (or saxophone). 

This is a “party” piece inspired by the sound and feel of the classic rock band Chicago.  The title comes from the lyrics to one of their most famous tunes, Saturday in the

Mvt. 1: exuberant, playful (6:00 ); Mvt. 2: serene, mysterious (11:00); Mvt. 3: fiery, spirited (5:30). Total duration: 23:00. Commissioned by Assembly Saxophone Quartet.

This composition attempts to portray the zany, whimsical, and chaotic nature of a “Chinese fire drill” (Yes, the thing where people jump out of a car at a red light and run around the car). To

This five-minute sonic meditation invites unity and connectedness with the earth and those around us. Created in collaboration with the students of LaFayette Junior-Senior High School, it contains sounds

This work for band and audio track is an excellent introduction to 6/8 time using the ranges of grade 1 literature.  The piece is inspired by what an alien dance club might sound like.

This work for band and audio track is an excellent introduction to 6/8 time using the ranges of Grade 1 literature. The piece is inspired by what an alien dance club might sound like.

Why is it that we enjoy things that scare us? Roller coasters, horror movies, bungee jumping, driving really fast - all of these activities are fun because there is an element of fear. It turns out that

Gary Sudano (1942-2017) will always be remembered as a loving father and passionate music educator. This work is a gift from his wife Jan, his children, and the families in the three Band programs involved

The Hope Within was commissioned by the University of the Incarnate Word Wind Ensemble, Brett A. Richardson, Conductor, in memory of the conductor’s mother, Becky Bailey Richardson

A hunched humanoid creature with abnormally large eyes stands in front of a DJ table and begins to spin a track as a way of introducing himself and his underground civilization to your band... For concert

This work is designed for "virtual, flexible ensemble" with audio track in a retro eight-bit video game soundtrack style - meaning that it is intended specifically for virtual rehearsal and virtual

“What if you could write a piece of music where you play the page as usual, then flip it upside down and play it again?”  This question was the genesis of the primary ingredient to Maze

This work is in the style of a moto perpetuo, which means perpetual motion. The piece is always moving forward propelled by a constant stream of eighth notes. This composition serves as a tribute to Kirk

A group of individuals from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences come together to play music and become "a band,” like a puzzle coming together. This work celebrates that process and can be a

Written specifically for small high school programs with limited instrumentation, Party Potatoes is a lighthearted, groovy piece that celebrates both the tuba and the tuber. It is like the perfect

A novel, exciting work for concert band and audio track inspired by the timeless 8-bit soundtracks of classic retro video games; titles like Zelda, Tetris, Pac-Man, Galaga, Galaxian, and