Band

From the king of swing, Sammy Nestico brings his inimitable symphonic jazz style to the concert stage. Originally written for the Boston Pops Orchestra, Sammy has re-worked this marvelous holiday setting for winds, featuring the classic carol Good King Wenceslas in a variety of jazz-flavored styles. The horn solos are cued and the piano part is optional. Sure to be a holiday favorite for years to come.

This wonderful march comes with a remarkable history. Originally titled Governor Bradford March, it was written for orchestra in 1948. 50 years later (1998) Tom Everett, director of the Harvard University Band, discovered Mr. Anderson's manuscript for band among some other old band arrangements! This band version was performed for the first time in 1999 and the recording was used by National Public Radio. This striking yet very playable cut-time march is an excellent addition to the repertoire of classic American marches.

Looking for a change of pace for your next concert? Instantly recognizable and filled with characteristic Spanish stylings, this effective arrangement is sure to be a hit with all audiences.

Looking for a change of pace for your next concert? Instantly recognizable and filled with characteristic Spanish stylings, this effective arrangement is sure to be a hit with all audiences.

Based on the familiar hymn Angels from the Realms of Glory, the Canadian Brass version originally arranged by Eric Robertson took on a life of its own with a very unique and appealing style. Here is a faithful and effective version scored for band by Robert Longfield. Dur: 2:15

The history and beauty of the Wild West comes to life with this new and exciting work by celebrated composer James Swearingen. With its creative scoring and memorable melodies, Grand Canyon Overture will inspire your students to paint a musical picture of this stunning national treasure.

Once again we turn to veteran composer Eric Osterling for a concert march that's distinctively different and practical for many uses. His signature chromatic harmony is there, along with tuneful strains that are playable by most any group. Another Osterling winner!

John Moss uses a marvelous array of tonal colors and textures in this exciting new concert overture. The music is marked with spirit and determination and from the opening sounds this piece captures your attention and takes you through a musical journey of power and beauty. The middle slow section features a flowing chorale and a dignified theme played by the low voices before returning to the energetic fast theme. Rich in musical variety throughout, this is an outstanding composition to develop your band's overall musicianship.

The only thing missing from this is the lyrics (and the hoof prints), but the music will leave your audiences with a grin. A great novelty for a developing band's winter program.

Grandmother Song is an introduction to the Mohican tradition of sung syllables, or what Native Americans call vocables. Combining them with traditional wood flute songs, composer Brent Michael Davids offers a fresh look at the sound of Native American songs. Band instruments are performed less as musical instruments and more as talking sticks, singing reeds, rustling winds and shooting thunder. Through this beautiful ballad, students are given the materials to understand how Native Americans celebrate the world around them through the blending of words and song. (Includes score and parts.)