Solo for Trumpet and Concert Band-From the dynamic driving introduction to the expressively lyric Andante cantabile Concertpiece for Trumpet was created to showcase both the technical and lyrical qualities of the trumpet. Whether cascading down difficult runs negotiating its way through exciting double-tonguing passages or soaring above the ensemble during the most expressive moments the trum…

Fred Wilma Barney Dino and the whole gang are in the limelight again with a hit movie once again featuring that infamous and catchy theme song. This is a chart you and your band can't be without.

Soliloquy for a Passing Century - Score-'All music be it 'abstract' or 'descriptive ' or 'popular' or 'serious ' must speak for itself. Words about it are irrelevant unless they be lyrics or narration. That being said I will attempt a few words about my piece because I was asked to do so and the very special nature of the event in which this first performance takes place. Therefore I offer a g…

Woodwind flourishes set the stage for the heroic main theme which establishes the pace of the work. The quiet middle section reflects the sailors’ isolation from land and loved ones before the feeling of triumph emerges once again as the thrill of sailing on the high seas comes crashing right into your concert hall. A great concert opener!

Like a fine crystal ornament the delicate opening expresses the precious meaning of the song. Gradually the music grows in strength to a full and rich proclamation of joy. Thrilling chimes lift the spirit even higher. In the last bars the music melts away once again befitting the gentleness of the gift and the moment. This is a delightful contrast piece for the holiday concert that allows the m…

Tone Poem for Band-The mighty conflict between the great Civil War ships the Monitor and the Merrimac plays out once again on your concert stage! Dramatic and inventive heroic themes and rhythmic undercurrents bring the historic battle to life. It's a programmatic work with powerful percussion effective use of dissonance and distinguished writing for the entire band. It's also quite playable …

Like a fine crystal ornament the delicate opening expresses the precious meaning of the song. Gradually the music grows in strength to a full and rich proclamation of joy. Thrilling chimes lift the spirit even higher. In the last bars the music melts away once again befitting the gentleness of the gift and the moment. This is a delightful contrast piece for the holiday concert that allows the m…

Symphonic March-James L. Hosay is Americas most gifted and prolific writer of patriotic music for the concert band works his magic once again in this thrilling composition. It’s a challenging but accessible piece that keeps all the players involved with delightful parts to play. Mr. Hosay writes great F Horn parts! Directors who have strong F Horn sections often have a hard time finding music t…

John Williams has once again been called upon to create inspirational and powerful music for the Olympics. Featured on his new CD “American Journey” in addition to the Winter Games in Utah this impressive theme ishandled here by young band expert Michael Sweeney. This excellent arrangement sounds much harder than it really is and will be an impressive addition to your next concert.