2018 Midwest Concert Band Selections

Add a touch of whimsy and joy to your next concert! Inspired by the composer's love of Percy Grainger, Frogs combines many "Grainger-isms" with quirky percussion and accessible rhythms and ranges

Energize your band with the exciting music that portrays two powerful sources of energy trying to interact and mesh. A driving, pulsating theme with accents in percussion and brass represent one form of

Beauty and joy are on full display. The classic Japanese folk song Sakura, Sakura introduces a charming, orchestral dance that is set in counterpoint to a warm, romantic melody. A solo for oboe

A beautiful and poignant reflection on a young life ended too soon. Lush textures highlighted by an optional piano part guide the listener through this wonderfully lyric band work. It's sure to be an

A musical setting of a medieval adventure. A triumphant fanfare opens, sending the brave knight off on a perilous journey. The music portrays the tale of the many obstacles and fierce sword fights

With melodies reminiscent of fiddle tunes and calliope music, this is a true celebration of country life. The musical imagery gives a Ferris-wheel view of the entire rollicking harvest fair. With temple

It's midnight, and all the creatures of the night are gathering for some playful mischief. The instrumentation in this imaginative work constantly evolves, suggesting ghostly apparitions sliding in and out

Austere and beautiful, these two Ave Marias were written about 400 years apart for Masses in both the Catholic and Russian Orthodox Churches. The intensely spiritual nature of these two works makes