The Aegean Symphony is comprised of four narrative movements telling the story of four Greek mythological legends. Phaeton's ill fated chariot ride across the sky, Sisyphus' doomed eternity of frustration, the origin of the Pan flute, and Pandora's curiosity…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Beasts & Monsters Suite is a work composed of five short descriptive movements, each featuring a mythological creature. The work is scored for a full complement of winds and percussion, and is highly rhythmic in nature.Program NotesBeasts & Monsters…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The opening motive of Chant is stated in the solos in the trombone and horn. Shifting to a faster tempo, the theme goes through a variety of keys and instrumentation, placing heavy technical demands upon the entire ensemble. The atmosphere changes, as the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Solo Percussion Feature
The Concerto for Percussion Solo and Wind Ensemble is in three connected movements and features the soloist on a variety of instruments, including marimba, vibraphone, bells, and crotales and a large percussion battery with two snare…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dance Diabolique begins with a distant call in the solo horn part, which beckons the listener into a turbulent musical landscape. The slow introduction fades into the distance, with the percussion section heralding the arrival of the fast section. The band…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Drop Somethin' is a beginner blues rock chart that introduces students to the blues progression in a straight-eighth setting. Flexible instrumentation makes this chart accessible for groups of varying sizes and instrument combinations. Repeated material and…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Trumpet Feature
This 4-movement feature for solo trumpet and wind ensemble says a lot in a short amount of time. Ziek carries the listener through 4 different styles & moods - Fanfare, Galop, Ballad and Dance - showcasing the myriad of technical &…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fanfare for a Festive Occasion is a short concert opener. Brass flourishes and sparkling woodwind tone colors are utilized, creating an atmosphere of celebration.Program NotesFanfare for a Festive Occasion is a short concert opener. Brass flourishes and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This arrangement of the traditional English Christmas carol The First Noel begins with the familiar melody set to jazz harmonies in a chorale style before moving into a medium-tempo jazz waltz. Students will have the opportunity to study standard jazz…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble, Flex Band
Composer:
Stempien & Turner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tuba Feature
Named for the featured instrument, Heavy Metal Suite represents an eclectic mix of styles, designed to feature the soloist in a variety of settings, ranging from serious to humorous. The tuba players gets quite the workout playing long lyrical…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary D. Ziek
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications