Band

An expressive new work for the young band's concert or festival! Lovely, simple counter-lines accentuate the flowing and drifting melody. An ideal choice for a festival contest, Walden Pond allows each section to be important and expressive in assorted ways, letting you clearly show the adjudicators your young band's range of capabilities. As a concert piece it works as a lovely contrast to the other works you choose to program. (Grade 1)

Bring something different to your holiday concert this year with this richly contrasting medley of wassailing songs that hearken back to the close of the Middle Ages. Ancient melodies in medley carefully arranged for the Grade 2 band makes this an effective choice for your holiday festivities. Concluding with the ever popular We Wish You a Merry Christmas, this delightful grouping of carols will work anywhere in the performance, even as the closer. (Grade 2)

This comely grouping of Welsh folk songs is perfect as the lighter selection in your concert. The expressive and accessible arrangement skillfully crafted for the Grade 3 group is full of teachable moments for the musicians. The music of Wales is legendary for its beauty and expressive nature, so even bands that normally play technically more difficult music should take a look. (Grade 3)

Whether a powerful opener or a thrilling centerpiece, this stirring new arrangement of We Three Kings maintains relentless momentum. Melodic and orchestrational surprise after surprise unfolds. Timothy Johnson gives this delightful old favorite an entirely new wardrobe in an arrangement that bears great gifts for the musicians and the audience alike. (Grade 3)