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This terrific overture was commissioned by Ramer Wood Public School in honour of the school's 25th anniversary. It was composed to reflect both the history of the Ramer family and the celebration of t...

This is a calm piece that is reflected by the meaning of the word 'shimmer' itself: to shine with a subdued flickering light, as in a reflection on water. The main melody is simple and repeated severa...

The Perilous Seat was a chair intentionally left vacant at King Arthur's round table. It was reserved for the bravest knight who was willing to take on the quest for the Holy Grail. If someone sat in...

The legend of the great city of Troy varies depending on historical or fictional belief. This city was the location of the long lasting Trojan Wars, between the people of Troy and the Greeks. The fall...

Anubis, Egyptian God of the Dead is a tone picture for young level band describing a scene the composer saw in the movie Return of the Mummy where Anubis' army of the dead is relentlessly pursuing the...

Landfall is a term that is often used to describe the situation where a severe storm that develops over water, first reaches land. This piece reflects the events of disasters such as these in several...

On dit que Loki est le demi-frère de Thor et une source constante d'irritation pour tous ceux avec qui il entre en contact. La musique dépeint donc sa nature enjouée mais sournoise. Dans cette oeuvre,...

Highland Trace begins with a hymn-like melody presented in choirs of woodwinds and brass. This leads to an allegro section that features distinctly Celtic sounding themes alternating between the brass...

The opera Carmen contains some of the famous and popular themes in the repertoire. This arrangement takes several of the more famous sections from both Orchestral Suites and forms this Minisuite. Piec...

Innovation is a musical representation of the city of Burlington, Canada moving into the future as an innovative community. As it continues to grow and develop, the city demonstrates its ingenuity thr...

This lyrical piece is a modern lullaby. It begins with a peaceful feeling and slowly builds into a beautiful, chorale-like section, reflecting the wonderful dreams we have as we fall into our deepest...

The last line of defense is a term that refers to the final means of defense before the opponent reaches its goal, particularly in a war situation. This piece reflects that definition, as it has the f...

This piece reflects the title accurately: chaotic, extreme contrasts, and loud. Although it presents several challenges, it is a piece designed to capture the interest of both young musicians and list...

Revelations is a piece with a dark, heroic drive to it, almost as if it reflected a biblical revelation. It opens in a alternating 6/8, 3/4 groove with the lower voices and then builds. Firey rhythms...

North Shore Boulevard is a street in Burlington, Canada near where settlers landed their ships and established their family roots in the early 1800s. Times were tough but so were they. This piece is s...

This creature is not very coordinated as is evident in the 'troll dance' sequence which begins in the middle of this fun piece. Imagine the hilarity that must ensue as the troll attempts to keep time...

This work tells the story of the famous sailor and explorer Christopher Columbus. His voyage to discover a trade route with China while traveling West led to the discovering of The New World the Ameri...

The Sword of the Valiant portrays the triumphant return of the gallant knight who with his sword led the charge that defeated the invaders that thought to have his land. The battle was won and the lan...

The Nautilus is a fictional submarine found in Jules Verne's novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. The sub, and its crew, sail to many places in the world's oceans from the Antarctic ice shelve...

A New Day is a celebratory piece where the melodies, feel, and harmonies are bright and uplifting. Sweeping, grand themes are supported by light articulated passages. Various members of the band are f...

Energy, strength, drive; words that capture the feeling of this evocative work for young band. With lots of forward momentum and energy throughout, there is also a brief, lyrical section. Ensemble pas...

An interesting element of this work is that the two main themes were originally composed by the young students on recorders. The piece was built around those themes and the result is a colorful and co...

Spartan Fanfare is an excellent way for a young band to open up a concert or special event. Its fierce and bold opening sets the stage for a regal and powerful feel throughout. The fanfare style utili...

Fanfare and Festive Hymn uses only the first six notes of the Bb major scale making the piece accessible in the first year of study. The forceful fanfare leads to a lyrical theme, and ends with a fanf...

This fun and energetic French-Canadian folk song was popular in Quebec in the 19th century and serves as a toast, by the oarsmen, to the Canadian girl. This folk song arrangement is part of a collecti...