Esprit (Marching Band)

This effective production number is written in a medium tempo swing style. The melody is skillfully traded around to various sections, and the feel alternates between a 2-beat feel and solid swing.

With a healthy dose of tongue-in-cheek show biz razzle dazzle, this energetic closer starts out with a 2-beat feel, then follows with a full ensemble shout chorus and dynamic ending.

The Doors brought their unique brand of rock to the forefront with this monster hit from 1969. Marvelously adapted for the marching field, this arrangement features a wealth of dynamic contrasts, a pe...

This production/closer opens with the quirky Peace Frog in an uptempo swing style, then finishes in solid rock fashion with the popular Doors hit Love Her Madly.

This familiar dance rhythm and catchy melody are sure to fire up the crowd. Turn your percussionists loose on the feature section in the middle!

Here's the perfect closer for your Grease show! After the brief maestoso introduction, it's 50s style rock and roll all the way to the end.

From his popular concert band work, Richard Saucedo masterfully adapts this as a field show opener in grand style. Includes highlights for all sections including brass, percussion and woodwinds. The b...

Jay Bocook has crafted this beautiful and lyrical change-of-pace number from his own composition for concert band. Opening with a soaring trumpet solo, the piece builds to an emotional peak through a...

This dynamic concert work from the magical pen of Samuel Hazo has been transformed into an extremely effective closer/production for the field. Designed to work especially well with small bands, this...

The campy spy music style featured in this hit movie from Pixar Studios continues to spark the imagination and provide opportunities for flashy and exciting musical drama. Bold and sassy!

Fiddler on the Roof endures as one of the landmark musicals of all time. Michael Brown's opening production for the field starts with a flute on the roof, joined shortly by a solo clarinet. After a qu...

The song To Life provides the inspiration for this unique production number. A lyrical introduction quickly gives way to a driving statement of the main theme. Along the way, the percussion section is...

This early hit by Stevie Wonder is still one of the best-known, most dynamic tunes that he ever recorded. This solidly scored arrangement is exuberant and fun for all.

From the hit movie Twilight, here is the haunting main theme in a beautiful setting for the field or stands. Performance options for the trumpet solo include alto sax or an amplified flute soloist.

More than one generation has danced to this anthem of the '70s from KC & the Sunshine Band! With a relentless disco groove, spicy brass riffs, and a short feature spot for percussion, here's a chart y...

Even if you don't remember the show-stopping performance by Santana at Woodstock in 1969, this exciting Latin production will bring the house down! Percussion section front and center!

Recorded recently by Michael Bublé, this version for marching band features a steady Latin groove throughout with short feature spots for the saxes and a trumpet soloist. Nice change of pace.

The blockbuster vampire saga continues with the powerful second installment New Moon. Here is the touching main theme in a beautifully scored setting for the field.

From the popular Broadway musical showcasing the 1960s pop hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, here is an energetic and dynamic opener based on Can't Take My Eyes Off of You and Big Girls Don'...

Written with plenty of variety in scoring and dynamics plus a short percussion break, this entertaining production number is based on the 1960s hits by the Four Seasons December 1963 (Oh, What a Night...

Michael Brown's lush treatment of Frankie Valli's hit ballad Can't Take My Eyes Off of You opens with a solo or soli for horns followed by a creative mix of modulations and dramatic effects. The endin...

As the title implies, there is nothing bland or boring about these four dynamic cadences from Will Rapp. A great tool for motivating your drumline, as well as navigating any parade route with style an...

Will has created a follow-up to his popular first volume of cadences with style and attitude. Mix and match any of these four hard-hitting cadences and you'll liven up any parade or stadium entrance.

Featuring a driving pulse, powerful percussion and dramatic impact points, Richard has effectively adapted his popular concert band work for the marching field. Celebrating the exhilaration of flying,...

Two great Beatles songs in a chart that fits most any band. Jay has made it solid, practical and exciting. A super choice to open a show.