Band

With the same approach as his Sinfonians and Procession of the Nobles, Jay Bocook brings us another band classic, expertly arranged at an easier level. Let your band enjoy the musical experience of this heralded piece of band literature.

Here's the famous march from Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker in a skillfully arranged version for young bands. The arrangement features a delicate opening by the percussion section and also carefully introduces two important rhythmic concepts to the band - the triplet, and the dotted 8th and 16th note pattern. Valuable and enjoyable music for developing groups.

Inspired by a painting by Magritte [1898 - 1967] Empire Of Light was commissioned by a consortium of nine university bands, united in the Atlantic Coast College Band Directors Association [ACCBDA] and forms the exciting fourth movement of The Venetian Collection. (Duration 9:45)

Inspired by a painting by Magritte [1898 - 1967] Empire Of Light was commissioned by a consortium of nine university bands, united in the Atlantic Coast College Band Directors Association [ACCBDA] and forms the exciting fourth movement of The Venetian Collection. (Duration 9:45)

One of Robert W. Smith's most impressive festival works to date, Encanto opens with a distinctive full brass fanfare and evolves into an infectious rhythmic statement that makes younger bands sound strong and confident. Directors everywhere have heralded this distinctive piece as one of their favorites. Dur: 5:00 (Includes full performance CD)

We're pleased to release another outstanding quality piece for younger bands with the musical style and craftsmanship of veteran writer Elliot Del Borgo. Elliot's works at the grade two level have become important editions in the young band literature. English Folk Suite is an outstanding medley of British folk songs and serves as the ideal teaching piece.

This single movement/single tempo composition is sure to make any beginning group sound good. Even at this easy level, Douglas Akey has created an impressive-sounding and musically varied setting. (2:20)

Written in one tempo, this outstanding piece contrasts timbres and dynamics between the brass, woodwinds, and percussion. The themes are rhythmic and the percussion writing is creative and interesting. Another winner from Michael Sweeney.