Partitions de Harmonie chez Grand Mesa Music

This high-energy, soaring fanfare is a perfect way to begin any concert on a high note. With ripping horn lines and expert percussion writing, it is a perfect vehicle for any band strong on French hor...

Inspired by the writings of Stephen King, this challenging composition is full of dramatic moments that bring to mind many macabre scenes created by the master of suspenseful novels. Strong sections t...

In this highly creative and colorful musical journey, the arranger pays tribute to those who made cross-country travel a reality in our vast land. The railroad songs 'John Henry', 'I've Been Working o...

Sometimes dark and ominous, sometimes bright and joyous, Luminosity takes the band through a world of musical color in this creative musical excursion. Having evolved a compositional style uniquely hi...

This very classy grade 1 work captures the reflective joyfulness of autumn. Following a stately opening fanfare, the centerpiece of the work is a simple unison melody that has a strong hymn-like quali...

In this second in his series of American folk song band arrangements (following 'The Blue Tail Fly'), Myers captures the essence of a trip down this famous early American express transportation route....

In this superb arrangement of a Zulu folk tune, the arranger captures the excitement of an African sing-along. Coupled with a transparent instrumental texture, unison singing and hand-clapping give th...

It's a day at the circus: animals, popcorn, acrobats, daredevils of all kinds, and of course, the clowns. The music is a tribute to those fun-spirited people who have given us all a reason to smile. L...

The composer here offers a musical tribute to the Gene Roddenberry Star Trek TV series. This thrilling musical pastiche masterfully employs striking harmonies, surprising rhythmic effects, a wide vari...

Written for the Gulfport, MS High School Band, this monumental work for more advanced bands has all of the elements needed to make it an outstanding band work. Following an opening fanfare of powerful...

Have you ever had a day in which you ran from place to place and accomplished nothing? 'Rat Race' is a witty and cleverly scored musical expose that highlights this human condition. Unusual sounds, su...

Propelled by an exotic-sounding percussion score, this very easy band composition takes the listener on a vivid African Safari. The composer uses a great deal of interplay between parts for this level...

A day off, and time to go 'Around the Town

Energized and inspired by a trip to Athens, the composer here captures in music an evening he spent dining and dancing. 'One Night in Athens

Stirring melodies and triple meter rhythms here dramatically capture an ocean voyage in music. In this debut published composition, Mier takes the listener on an inspired musical journey, culminating...

Using 'The Wayfaring Stranger' as a basis for a freewheeling set of theme and variations, composer Akey has created a remarkably colorful musical tableaux. The work opens mysteriously with a recorder...

This heroic concert overture intended for first or second year groups cna bring your young band to the height of its dramatic expressiveness. It couples a bold melodic style with colorful harmonies, a...

Composed in sonata allegro from, Royal Gardens has a'classical' feel, making it perfect for concert or contest. The composer here has used a variety of contrasting textures that includes the use of ma...

This imaginative arrangement of the folk song 'John Henry' brings to life in music the tale of the larger-than-life folk hero who out-dueled a steam-driven machine. Up to 12 percussionists can be feat...

Don't miss this joyful holiday collection crafted by one of today's most distinctive writers. This seamless compilation of 'O Come, Little Children', 'God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen' and 'Good Christian...

The arranger has here crafted a very sophisticated and exciting concert march from this 400 year-old melody. Originally an English drinking song, this tune has now become a musical way to honor member...

Like the warmth of early morning rays illuminating a landscape, this gorgeous work projects musical warmth and richness throughout this well-conceived musical palette. Luscious harmonies and masterful...

The aurora borealis, or northern lights, has intrigued civilizations and cultures around the world for centuries. The title of this engaging band work comes from the ancient Chinese term for the north...

This setting of four English renaissance dances is in the great band tradition of Holst, Jacob, and Vaughn Williams. The four movements feature music in a variety of tempi and styles. A final coda at...

A remarkable new arrangement of the immortal Irish ballad 'Danny Boy', this is a band setting not to be missed! It includes many highly expressive moments and opportunities for rubato style, as well a...