Originally written for an outdoor performance by a Baroque wind band of double reeds, brass and percussion, Handel's historic celebration comes to life in this joy-filled, skillful arrangement. This p...
Mozart's Serenade No. 13 for strings in G Major, K. 525 is commonly referred to as 'Eine Kleine Nachtmusik,' which stands for 'a little serenade,' but is more familiar to music lovers as 'a little nig...
Through this journey of life we experience adversity, obstacles, and pitfalls. This piece is dedicated to those who have faced significant challenges in their lives.
Les doigts vont claquer avec ce morceau cool de Steve Hodges. Groovin' comporte une ligne de basse qui marche et des motifs de batterie jazz qui constituent une base solide pour les mélodies accrocheu...
This spectacular orchestral showpiece is made accessible for young bands in this masterful arrangement by Mark Williams. Authentic in sound, yet very playable, this piece will be an exciting addition...
This beautiful arrangement of a favorite Irish folk song utilizes colorful scoring and features solos for alto saxophone, flute and trumpet. This gorgeous melody is also known (with a different set of...
Beginning with an energetic fanfare, Willow Creek Festival is an upbeat piece that moves along smoothly in triple meter. The main theme is presented by the clarinets and saxophones and then again by t...
The gentle ebb and flow of a brook or stream is depicted in this expressive composition. Lyrical melodies, smooth transitions, and shifting meters present a wonderful teaching tool for the young band....
This version of Rock Solid by Scott Watson is part of our Alfred FLEX offerings and is designed with maximum flexibility for use by any mix of instruments - wind, strings, and percussion, including li...
Feature your combined low brass/low woodwind sections with this funky, minor blues chart. Reward the 'workhorses' of your band with this entertaining role reversal. Great as a recruiting tool to get m...
Where's the party? At your next concert when you play Fiesta Blues! This extremely fun piece has a Latin flavor, featuring short solos for trumpet, saxophone, trombone and flute. Very enjoyable!
Plongez dans le jazz des big-bands avec cette nouvelle partition qui swingue ! Avec un peu de blues, des solos facultatifs, des appels et des réponses et un refrain déchirant, cette pièce fera sauter...
This nostalgic arrangement of Civil War tunes begins with a peaceful woodwind statement of the 'Battle Cry of Freedom.' A trumpet and drum fanfare brings contrast and heralds the arrival of an upbeat...
The majesty of Richard Wagner's epic overture really comes through in its first available arrangement for young bands by composer Mark Williams. Performable in either a fast 4/4 or a slow 'cut-time',...
This festive concert overture is sure to add a sparkle to your next program. It features wonderful melodic lines and colorful harmonies with a healthy portion of ebullient rhythms added to the recipe....
This energetic overture opens strongly with the low brass presenting a melodic arpeggio motive that recurs throughout the A section of the piece. The B section provides an excellent contrast with an e...
Valor is defined as 'boldness or determination in facing great danger; heroic courage.' 'Call to Valor' musically evokes both the resolute strength and quiet courage required to face difficulties and...
The sounds of the Scottish Highlands come alive in this engaging medley incorporating the Scottish folk songs 'Loch Lomond,' 'The Hundred Pipers,' 'Annie Laurie' and 'Scotland the Brave.' Includes gre...
The beautiful, well-known folk song 'Arirang' is featured in this creative adaptation by Mark Williams. Colorful percussion writing and solos for alto saxophone and flute help to establish the tone of...
This lovely setting of the popular Irish folk song, Molly Malone, provides the perfect moment of lyricism for a program of young band music. Well-crafted and tastefully scored, this arrangement allows...
Black Is the Color (of My True Love's Hair) is a traditional folk song first known in the Appalachian Mountains region of United States in 1915, but most probably originated from Scotland. It is about...
From the shores of Canada's east coast comes this simple but beautiful folk melody. This lovely arrangement of Cape Breton Lullaby offers an excellent opportunity for teaching expression and lyrical p...
Shady Grove is an Appalachian folk song that bears some resemblance to the English ballad 'Matty Groves.' Although its verses have hundreds of variations, its origin is most likely as a courting song:...
This exceptional arrangement features three traditional Welsh folksongs: the lyrical 'A Gentle Maid in Secret Sigh'd,' and the joyous 'St. David's Day,' which is then intertwined with one of the most...
The gorgeous chorale from this most famous of Holst's orchestral works has been exquisitely scored for this version for young band by Mark Williams. The potential for expressive playing and developmen...
Perfect for performance either in concert or in graduation ceremonies, this arrangement combines the trio themes from Sir Edward Elgar's Pomp and Circumstance Marches No. 1 and 4. These themes were fe...
This delightful arrangement of the Rossini classic will be a sure hit with players and audience alike. The most playable of the recognizable themes have been set for young players without sacrificing...
Here's the famous symphonic theme from Dvorák's Symphony No. 9 (known with added lyrics as 'Goin' Home') artfully arranged for young bands. Colorful percussion writing and melodic opportunities for th...
The music of Sergei Rachmaninoff contains some of the world's most memorable melodies. It has served as the basis of at least two popular songs and a musical, and has also been included in at least 12...
Mendelssohn wrote his 'March, Op. 108,' in 1841 for a festival celebrating the famous painter Peter Von Cornelius' visit to Dresden. It is a stately and festive sounding work, and a rarely performed g...
Here is a medley that provides a great opportunity to let your trumpet section be exactly what they want to be - the stars of the show! Performing this delightful arrangement of familiar symphonic the...
Beethoven wrote two 'Romances' for violin and orchestra; his second one, the Op. 40 in G Major, was actually published in 1802, two years before the Op. 50 in F Major, even though the F Major 'Romance...
Although more famous for his incidental music to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Mendelssohn was commissioned by the King of Prussia to provide music for Racine's religious drama Athalie, which includes th...
The catchy, syncopated melody and happy island beat of this piece will musically transport you and your students to the blue water, white sands, and balmy air of the Caribbean! The piece, which demons...
This sparkling march from the pen of Steve Hodges is a great way to start or end your next concert. Everyone gets to play the melody at some point, and the accompaniment patterns provide solid support...
After a brief statement of 'America, the Beautiful' an original march theme is developed which, at its conclusion, is combined with 'The Star Spangled Banner' for a spectacular finale. An outstanding...
This easy, yet powerful 6/8 march is one of the best written at this grade level. Contrasting sections in 2/4 help to clarify the relationship between these two meters. An excellent teaching piece and...
This piece is a real scream (literally)! Filled with surprises, this comic medley combines several 'scary' classics, including 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice,' 'In the Hall of the Mountain King,' 'Funeral...
Vos élèves vont adorer l'excitation générée par cette marche vive en mode mineur. Dans un style "Marziale", cette pièce commence et se termine avec force, avec une section médiane fluide pour fournir...
This spirited march begins with a dynamic 'echo' introduction that leads to the memorable main theme. All sections share the spotlight before transitioning into the contrasting B section with a minor,...
This patriotic salute to America features two well-known anthems, 'America,' and 'America, the Beautiful.' Ingeniously set by Steve Hodges, Two Marches for America is sure to stir up feelings of pride...
Everyone is going to want to whistle along with this well-known march made famous from its use in the film Bridge over the River Kwai. This easy-to-play arrangement begins with a single snare drum, 2-...