C.L. Barnhouse Company

A masterpiece for younger bands. The lonely, mysterious 'chant,' accompanied by fragments of muted percussion goes through several harmonic transformations before giving way to a big, bold celebratory...

This beautiful Chorale is Number 176 of Bach's 371 Harmonized Chorales, Erstanden ist der Heil'ge Christ; the Fugue is number 4 of his Eight Little Preludes and Fugues. Literature of the highest quali...

A charming little overture, complete with hurdy-gurdy effect. Based on two American folksongs: 'The Animal Fair' and 'Johnny's So Long at the Fair.' A favorite of bands and audiences.

Based on the18th century Scottish folksong, 'In April, When Primroses Paint the Sweet Prairie.' Beautiful lyrical music for all.

An underlying driving rhythm propels this lively piece through various dramatic episodes. An electrifying opus that is really exciting and impressive sounding!

All the sweep and grandeur of Wagner's music encapsulated in a symphonic miniature for young band. Two of his noblest themes are joined in a concert piece that will inspire, yet not fatigue, young pla...

A great young band concert opener with a noble fanfare and majestic theme. The theme is beautifully developed and accompanied by colorful 'points of light' from the upper woodwinds. Dedicated to the s...

An action-packed adventure for the young band with a nod to the Sturm und Drang overtures of yesteryear. Excitement for every player!

Your band will have as much fun playing this piece as the composer had writing it! A great tune for your young band's funny bone! (How many pieces ask your drummers to make 'Quack-Quack' sounds?) Pure...

This little march has everything! A jaunty first strain, a driving second strain with great low brass countermelodies, a noble trio, and a martial breakstrain! A top-notch crowd pleaser for young band...

From the brilliant opening fanfare to the noble march, this little masterwork sounds more like an adventure movie score than a young band piece. This is a creative and spirited work for introducing st...

Beginning with a jaunty snare drum cadence, followed by a happy-go-lucky melody that says, 'I'm glad I'm alive, and I want to march!' This is one of Knoener's earliest and most popular marches. A favo...

A charming symphonic march based on an 18th Century nursery rhyme and folk tune - probably a parody of British nobility. A happy regimental tune marches through several jolly transformations before th...

An outstanding medley of three well-known Handel works: 'Air and Variations,' 'Thanks Be to Thee,' and 'See! The Conquering Hero Comes.' A great way to introduce your players to Handel and the Baroque...

Feature your first chair player or whole trombone section on this happy little gem! You can even get your xylophone players involved! A real treat and great fun for everyone!