Band

One of the most popular 20th-century British composers, Gerald Finzi is particularly known for his marvelous works for voice. Influenced by Elgar and Vaughan Williams, his musical style is captivating and distinctive, and adapts beautifully in instrumental settings. This attractive collection includes When I Set out for Lyonesse, Come Away, Come Away Death and Rollicum Rorum. Marvelous music for the contemporary wind band!

One of the most popular 20th-century British composers, Gerald Finzi is particularly known for his marvelous works for voice. Influenced by Elgar and Vaughan Williams, his musical style is captivating and distinctive, and adapts beautifully in instrumental settings. This attractive collection includes When I Set out for Lyonesse, Come Away, Come Away Death and Rollicum Rorum. Marvelous music for the contemporary wind band!

A new edition of this must have classic, the three movements of An Original Suite provide compelling contrasts - from the stately march of the beginning to the andante second movement, setting the stage for the sprightly, upbeat finale. Dur: 9:00 Audio recorded by the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Concert Band; Christopher P. Heidenreich, conductor (Score Only - 48019606/$25.00)

Along with his First Suite in E-flat, Holst's Second Suite is among the most treasured landmark works for band. In this adaptation, Robert Longfield has adjusted the extreme ranges, used the instrumentation of the contemporary young concert band, and added liberal cues (particularly for oboe, bassoon, and horn). However, the integrity of the original (form, keys, harmony, etc.) is completely intact. An absolute must for young bands. Includes a full performance CD. Dur: 11:00 - Grade 3 (Boosey & Hawkes)

From Leonard Bernstein's masterwork Mass, this tuneful ballad has become its best-known and most often recorded song. Here is a beautifully poignant setting for band, authentically transcribed by Michael Sweeney, that features a trumpet soloist (or flugelhorn) as well as short solo spots for baritone or trombone. (Grade 3)

From one of the most enduring musicals of all time, here is the memorable and emotional ballad from West Side Story, skillfully adapted for concert band by Jay Bocook.