This intriguing work by Robert W. Smith is driven by a large percussion section and fascinating effects.  In the final movement the composer even suggests encircling the audience with percussion for an

An alchemist combines two metals in an attempt to make gold. Composer Andrew Boysen, Jr. combines two disparate musical ideas - a chorale and a rhythmic allegro - creating an exciting new musical element in

Since its premiere on May 21, 1961 by the Dartmouth College Band, Bagatelles for Band has become a fixture on state contest and festival repertoire lists. This edition now includes the condensed

This dynamic, landmark composition has a unique history. The outer sections of the work feature a rhythmic intensity that was published with a notation that was different from the original. Through

Break down barriers with this energetic, joyous celebration of creativity and possibility! The persistent rhythmic drive combines with woodwind flourishes and heroic brass fanfares, resulting in a

Brilliant, dramatic original overture commissioned for the United States Air Force Band in 1991.  Celebrating 25 years of publication, this repertoire standard is a showpiece that appears on

Opening with a velvet chorale played by the brass and enlarged upon by adding the woodwinds, it is accompanied by the subtle rhythms of the percussion. The theme of the allegro section is assisted by