One of most hauntingly beautiful folk songs is given a fresh new modern treatment by composer Jason K. Nitsch. Jason keeps the mysterious integrity of the song, while adding colorful timbres and textures in winds and percussion, along with creative harmonic…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jason K. Nitsch
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Experience three familiar folksongs in a setting that is suitable for contest as well as concert programming. Froggie Goes A-Courtin', Black is the Color of My True Love's Hair and When Johnny Comes Marching Home are given the full treatment in this varied…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Soaring themes and dazzling fanfares collide in this exuberant work. A multitude of harmonies, melodies and meter changes are seamlessly woven together to create a piece that works equally well as a concert opener / closer. Absolutely stellar!
Grade Level: 3…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jason K. Nitsch
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Cast in two sections, the opening iof Ancient Air & Variant is very lyrical with warm melodies in all parts. The closing quick section is very animated rhythmically with colorful and active percussion that support the band sonorities.Program NotesThe…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Step into an adventure on the high seas as you encounter a band of pirates who are intent on capturing your ship and plundering all of your possessions! This navel odyssey is filled with adventure, intrigue, and fun as you battle your way through a gauntlet…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jason K. Nitsch
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Battle Cry of Freedom makes use of the full colors and sonorities of the concert band. This exciting setting has a variety of textures. There is lead material in all parts, and a very active percussion section that contributes to the powerful impact of this…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Before I Go to Sleep is a sensitive and musically expressive piece from composer Jason K. Nitsch. This piece has already received its premiere at the prestigious Midwest Clinic. Beautiful arching melodies and rich harmonic movements are sure to pull at the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jason K. Nitsch
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The familiar bolero rhythm permeates this entire work that is reminiscent of Ravel's “Bolero.” While not a transcription, Del Borgo's Bolero pays homage to the great French composer in that it makes use of similar material that is original while maintaining…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Five Canadian folk songs are the basis for this suite. The energy, warmth and vitality of “Tenderfoot”, “Un Canadien Errant”, “At St.-Malo Beside the Sea”, “She's Like a Swallow”, and “Squid-Jiggin' Ground” are apparent in this group of contrasting folk songs…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on the French folk song “Alouette”, Canadian Voyageur features a solid full-band sound with interesting percussion parts and very playable lines in all sections. The familiarity of the tune will enhance the students' performance and be enjoyable for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications