Folk Tunes Concert Band Music

This charming and little-known folk song is ideal material for a young band piece. After a majestic introduction the piece takes off at a brisk tempo with the tuneful melody joined with

The touching folk song Ten Thousand Miles, also known as The Turtle Dove, is featured in this very nice musical setting. The careful writing captures the essence of the warm, somber,

Nicely paced and skillfully orchestrated, this suite characterizes three main categories of English folk dances. The opening Sword Dance is lively in nature and contrasts with the Waltz

This classic work for young bands has remained a tried-and-true staple in the repertoire and is performed regularly, appearing on numerous state lists. Carefully adapted here, bands with incomplete or

Be bold! There's no shortage of flair here. A combination of Latin styles and Russian themes throughout the band is sure to keep your ensemble invested!

This colorful and dramatic symphonic band arrangement of well-known Wexford airs is one of Ireland's most celebrated concert band works. Composed for one of the Irish Military Bands in the 1950's it has

The title is taken from one of the most poignant and nostalgic lines of text in the Irish folk song Danny Boy, which is the basis for this expressive setting. The composer creates a dreamily

A theme and variations on the familiar tune, but with a twist! Throughout the piece, melodies from classic band literature provide interludes and counterpoint to the main melody. This is a fun concert piece