The bold opening statements that greet the listener are contrasted with lightly textured woodwind responses that immediately captures everyone's attention. As the music draws you in the pace quickens,
Mallet percussion, percussion effects, and snapping from the wind players create the sound of a gentle rain as beautiful chords and melodies swell and recede from the wind consort. Written to be accessible
A fresh and modern setting of this beloved lullaby featuring gentle as well as powerful counterpoint, rich harmony, sweeping woodwind lines, and soaring brass. Beautiful!
A moving and lyrical work with a beautiful melody written in memory of a life taken too soon. Comfortable ranges and rhythms allow young musicians to focus on the many musical opportunities for expression,
This wonderful opportunity for expressive playing begins with percussion in a music-box lullaby style. Emotional effect is achieved through plenty of dynamic contrast and warm colors attained through
Originally written for organ, this thoughtful and expressive work adapts perfectly for four-part flex band. Whether performing with four players or a full wind ensemble, the long, cantabile melodic lines
This beautiful work uses lyrical themes, rich scoring, gentle percussion, and dynamics to paint a picture of quiet reflection of the day that has passed, then builds to a dramatic climax before peacefully
This programmatic composition, inspired by ghost stories, musically tells the story of a missing 19th-century woman who is searched for every night by villagers. Using exposed instrumental lines, a
This salute to Americana is a gorgeous ballad based on several folk songs about rivers. Flowing lyrical lines, rich harmonic language, and sonorous chorale scoring drive this composition to a wonderful peak
Inspired by the shimmering night sky in northern latitudes, this picturesque number paints a glorious astral nightscape. Listeners are taken on a journey that starts with quiet sounds as a single star
From the opening thin layers of sound, a broad, sweeping feel emerges, sprinkled with active lines depicting nature awakening. Developing bands will learn much from performing this work and will most
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
A lyrical piece inspired by the beauty, majesty, and reverent wonder of a colorful sunrise. This flexible arrangement offers a wonderful opportunity for band directors looking for music with nontraditional