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La Sinfonietta d'Ingolf Dahl est une œuvre inspirée du style de la Sérénade et écrite sous la forme d'une grande arche qui s'étend sur ses trois mouvements. Dahl a déclaré à propos de cette œuvre : "T...

From its premiere years ago, Variation Overture has been a classic and hugely successful publication. Presented as a concert overture, the theme and variations are immensely enjoyable to perform and t...

An original composition, it borrows the concept of Renaissance-period polyphonic textures, with each voice presenting independent musical elements. The result is a fresh and enjoyable work that can wo...

While not a programmatic piece, necessarily, the composer here evokes the mystery and sense of drama that encompasses the Stonehenge site, as well as the surrounding countryside. At times atmospheric,...

A lyrical, rhythmically exciting work that captures the sense of adventure and romance associated with space flight. Not programmatic, it is solid, accessible, band writing and can fit well into any c...

A light, tasteful selection of three folksongs from along the River Rhine. Largely block scoring throughout, this is music that will please audiences any time of the year.

Based on nautical songs and sea chanties (including the statement of and twelve variations on 'Drunken Sailor'), Sea Songs is a great addition on any concert program. Fashioned by the former chief arr...

Starting with an extended slow, lyrical section, this single-movement work eases into an allegro section in duple meters. With clear articulations and tasteful key changes, the satisfying melodic line...

A sensitive and respectful edition by Frederick Fennell makes this small ensemble gem sparkle. A great recording is available through Ludwig Music on Kosei KOCD 31992712.

Written specifically for the United States Marine Band to perform at the inaugural ceremonies for President Ronald Reagan. With flourishes, great taste, and brilliant colors, this (the hymn is one tha...

A sophisticated, single-movement work that incorporates many colors and technical capabilities in all voices. Calling for harp and piano, the evocative piece explores the permutations and similarities...

In this ingenious and significant work, Dr. Wilson explores the various thought processes (or lack thereof) that we as individuals encounter every second. The merest random thought (a musical motif) g...

Simply stated by its title, this is a celebration of each day's bright morning sunshine and the optimism it brings. Calling for extensive mallet percussion and piano, vocalizations through the players...

A worthy study in contemporary compositional and performance techniques, the six parts of this work are made up of boxes of activity, (the duration of which is solely determined by the conductor) each...

Commissioned by the United States Air Force Band, Lauds (Praise High Day, one of the seven canonical hours) is an exuberant, colorful work that expresses feelings of praise and glorification. An ensem...

Concluding the series of exciting overtures begun in 1953 with his extremely successful Savannah River Holiday, this entry also evokes pleasant images and allusions, this time of night, sunrises, nati...

Over the years, Ron Nelson has proven his compositional virtuosity time and again. With Passacaglia (homage on the tones represented in the name B-A-C-H), his efforts were rewarded by winning the Ostw...

Using as its harmonic basis a constantly repeating 8-bar chord pattern (hence, Chaconne), this single-movement, elegiac, and lovely treatment is a combination of interwoven constantly shimmering wind...

One of the best selling titles in the Ludwig Music catalog, this classic Ron Nelson work is a terrific addition to any band's repertoire. While offering a challenge to grade 3-level bands, it works eq...

The final movement of Hearshen's symphony is finally available. The fourth movement is based on Sousa's Hands Across the Sea and is suitable programmed alone or with one or more of the other movements...