Band

Join Dancer, Prancer, Vixen and the rest of Santa's crew in this timeless holiday classic, cleverly adapted for young bands by Paul Lavender.

The poignant and powerful theme from this inspiring film has been skillfully arranged for band by Johnnie Vinson. A great chance for your band to play outstanding symphonic film music.

Unleash your percussion section and let the full ensemble do some rumbling themselves on this masterful and unusual work from Michael Sweeney. Commissioned by the Pratt, Kansas High School Band, the composition explores that state's tumultuous storms across the plains, as well as emotional and civil storms from the early days of statehood. Filled with bold statements and unparalleled rhythmic vitality (including a percussion duel), the final dramatic and uplifting segment is a tribute to the perseverance and triumph of the human spirit. Dur: 7:00 (Includes Full Performance CD)

Grade 5 Written as a follow-up to his wildly successful composition Ride, this new work from Samuel Hazo was commissioned by the Wenger Corporation and premiered at the 2006 Midwest Clinic in Chicago. Like its predecessor, Rush is an exhilarating display of rhythmic intensity, featuring shifting meters and dynamic wind band scoring. Sure to leave your listeners breathless. Dur: 3:35 (Includes full performance CD)

The majesty and drama of this classic band piece has been carefully scored so that all parts are accessible to younger players.

Russian composer Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov is noted for creating music that is striking and dynamic. Jay has beautifully adapted this famous overture for concert band in an arrangement that certainly reflects the intent and style of the original. The woodwinds get a workout on this and the brass provide powerful statements that help propel the intensity throughout.

This outstanding work for concert band celebrates the rich heritage of the Russian people. A colorful and charming selection on any concert program!

Featuring the distinctive folk sounds of the Russian tradition, John has created a marvelously effective suite for young bands. Includes: In the Forest Grew a Tiny Birch Tree, Song of the Volga Boatmen and Kalinka (Little Snowball Bush).

Here is a classic arrangement from the respected writer Philip Gordon featuring the music of three of the greatest Russian composers of the 19th century. The first movement of this suite is from the first movement of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 3. The second selection is from the second act of Rimsky-Korsakov's opera Le coq d'or, and the final movement is from the Coronation Scene of Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov.