Composed for young musicians in their first years of learning, this is a musical salute to the many pioneers who ventured west in search of gold and good fortune. The spirited music reflects the

A loving tribute and celebration in memory of a well-loved, respected, and successful music teacher. Meant to be a celebration of her life, it opens in a joyous manner, recalling the many happy memories she

East Tennessee is geographically located near the southern end of the Appalachian Mountains. Growing up on a farm overlooking the "Appalachian Valley" at the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, my backyard

Arctic Landscapes was inspired by the vast expansive landscapes of the arctic as well as the blustering cold winds. The piece begins mysteriously and quietly before a sudden tempo change that

Starting softly, the stately music carries an air of determination in anticipation of impending flight. Soon the tempo quickens, more sections join in and then... liftoff! As the triumphant music settles

The beautiful light and colors of sunset are the inspiration for this piece. Just as sunsets can paint the most vivid hues of orange and yellow, the careful scoring and textures create varied and appealing

Ave Maria has been set to music numerous times, the most famous and often played are written by Franz Biebl and Franz Shubert. Both of these versions feature singing of the prayer’s text in

Bailed De Tarde Feliz was composed with young musicians in mind, with a thought toward teaching Latin and jazz rhythms.  It salutes the happiness and joy of the Samba and the love of movement

Blizzard! was inspired by cold, winter storms that bring along white-out snow and blustering winds. The slower beginning section represents the storm slowly blowing in, cold, icy clouds dragging

This composition offers young band students with limited experience a fun and energetic concert opener. A series of repeated eighth notes with familiar accent patterns energize the work while plentiful

Let your students walk on the wild side with this descriptive musical adventure. With the exciting epic opening, explosive percussion feature and intense, climatic ending, this thrilling work delivers

Experience the playfully-amusing, sometimes-eerie, often-mischievous sensations as the wind ensemble recreates feelings of being caught on an amusement park merry-go-round, or even worse, in the center lane

Christmas is a time of the year when our thoughts turn to family, serenity and reflection on the past. This original work brings to mind visions of snowy winter scenery, a cozy crackling fire, and

Glaucus, a fisherman turned into a water God after ingesting a magical herb, falls in love with Scylla, one of the most famous of all water nymphs. Rejected on numerous occasions, Glaucus decides to seek

Directors can have an important influence on the many students they teach, and this piece pays tribute to one such individual. The dynamic themes and energetic spirit honors the vitality this great