Band

Claude Smith has fashioned a brilliant, rhapsodic setting of this stirring carol. Christmas programming at its finest!

MusicWorks - Grade 3 John Moss displays his depth of musicality and impeccable orchestrational style in this uplifting work composed in two main parts. The opening Prelude uses brief solos and rich sonorities to create a sense of anticipation. Revelation is in a faster and determined style and interweaves the percussion section nicely with the full ensemble while developing the main themes. The Prelude then returns for a calm and reflective ending. (5:40)

Here is an outstanding selection for very young bands written in an uplifting festive style. There is a nice variety in scoring even for this easy level, and very effective use of dynamics. Easy and fun to teach.

Here is a terrific easy march for young players that cleverly includes a few quotes from Hail to the Chief. Complete with a percussion break, trio section, and dog fight, this great-sounding march ends with a rousing final strain. Fun to play and easy to learn! Dur: 2:35

Recorded by rock group The Offspring, here is a hard-hitting version of their huge hit perfect for the stands or the field. There is a brief percussion feature section and solid ensemble writing throughout.

Featuring tuneful themes from the movie score, here is a marvelous piano feature with band that will be easy to put together. A nice opportunity for a budding solo pianist and an excellent change of pace for any program.

In recent years, the Fox television network has developed prime-time animated series that have made their way into American culture. Here is an entertaining and sprightly medley of the popular themes from The Simpsons, Family Guy, King of the Hill and American Dad.

The master of pop music in the 1980s brought the music world a distinctive sound and enduring tunes. This medley features some of his biggest hits, including: Purple Rain 1999 When Doves Cry Let's Go Crazy.

This dramatic movie from DreamWorks turns yet another corner in animated film sophistication, mixing a moving story with vivid imagery and coupled with emotional and powerful music from Stephen Schwartz and Hans Zimmer. Jay Bocook's medley includes great moments from the film, including Deliver Us, Through Heaven's Eyes, and When You Believe.