James Curnow

A vibrant and attentive Percussion section is crucial to the success of any concert band. However, the Percussionists play a supporting role so much of the time that it can be difficult to keep your b...

Die Melodie des 1720 zum ersten Mal für Cembalo erschienenen Largo erklingt oft zu Hochzeiten und ähnlichen festlichen Anlässen. James Curnows Arrangement des Largo für Blasorchester ist nicht allzu s...

Tout chef d'orchestre sait qu'il est important d'utiliser un excellent matériel pédagogique pour favoriser le développement de tous les aspects de la croissance musicale. La qualité de la performance...

This two-movement work has an overall rich and dark quality, brought about by the modal tonal centers. The broad, flowing 'Chorale' is based on an original tune by James Curnow and is written with won...

This contemporary-sounding work makes a fine concert opener or festival selection! Your band will demonstrate a wide variety of styles in less than three minutes. There is plenty of enjoyable 'flight...

Explore a child's imagination with this colorful piece depicting the sights and sounds of the county fair! The five-movements take about five minutes to perform in their entirety, including: Parade; H...

This dynamic new beginning band overture has James Curnow's own intriguing harmonic signature. It's perfect for concert, festival, or even graduation. Imagine a great ceremony, including a parade, gra...

The perfect arrangement for your Beginning Band's first patriotic performance! There are lots of opportunities for young players to solidify basic skills here. A few easy accidentals, articulations, d...

The perfect arrangement for your Beginning Band's first patriotic performance! There are lots of opportunities for young players to solidify basic skills here. A few easy accidentals, articulations, d...

The grand and energetic opening, contrasting styles, careful attention to articulations, and rich harmonies make this one sound more advanced than it actually is. Consider using Heroic Tribute as the...

The grand and energetic opening, contrasting styles, careful attention to articulations, and rich harmonies make this one sound more advanced than it actually is. Consider using Heroic Tribute as the...

A remarkably fresh take on a great old Christmas carol! James Curnow has faceted a gem of an arrangement for that extremely important Grade 11/2 level. Rich with musicality, On Christmas Day encourage...

You must hear this exciting new Grade 2 concert piece by James Curnow. Mr. Curnow once again proves that he is a master at composition for every level of difficulty! An engaging short thematic stateme...

You must hear this exciting new Grade 2 concert piece by James Curnow. Mr. Curnow once again proves that he is a master at composition for every level of difficulty! An engaging short thematic stateme...

You must hear this exciting new Grade 2 concert piece by James Curnow. Mr. Curnow once again proves that he is a master at composition for every level of difficulty! An engaging short thematic stateme...

Tender and expressive! Two of the most popular settings of the Away in a Manger text give the audience pause to reflect on the meaning of the season. This is one of those beautiful arrangements that i...

What an excellent way to lift your beginning band up to a higher level of musicianship! This outstanding new work for the beginning band is perfect for that first festival experience or for any concer...

A powerful modal opening brings your concert to life with this new and different opener for young band. Make a statement that will be remembered. Carefully scored to help your young band sound good, t...

A new and different approach to the young band overture! This engaging grade 1 1/2 composition is a wonderful contrast to whatever you program for your concert or festival appearance. Quality music at...

A new and different approach to the young band overture! This engaging grade 1 1/2 composition is a wonderful contrast to whatever you program for your concert or festival appearance. Quality music at...

Tchaikovsky's excursion into music for young people carries the indelible stamp of masterful composition. James Curnow has carefully maintained the intent of this work while making it accessible to th...

This heart-warming Christmas selection makes use of three complementary carols Rejoice and Be Merry, The First Noel and We Wish You a Merry Christmas in creative and artistic ways. While preparing for...

Descriptive and adventuresome, James Curnow's A Day in Space is the perfect performance piece for the modern age. The inspiring opening brings the excitement of a momentous event to your concert stage...

Descriptive and adventuresome, James Curnow's A Day in Space is the perfect performance piece for the modern age. The inspiring opening brings the excitement of a momentous event to your concert stage...

James Curnow has adapted his popular concert band work for the Flex-Band format. This patriotic symphonic rhapsody utilizes a lyric style along with various moods and textures as it intertwines origin...