All Hail the Power is a powerful, collaborative work in five movements, each one by a different composer. Based on a popular hymn, this work has everything. Richly scored sections of soaring beauty, thoughtful variations, driving rhythms, mixed meters, and an…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jack Stamp, Timothy Mahr, Pappas, Andrew Boysen, David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
American Folk Hymn Rhapsody cleverly combines three popular folk hymns - Cleansing Fountain, New Britain (Amazing Grace), and Come Thou Fount - set in an Americana style, merging Docter’s original voice and hints of Copland.Program NotesThis piece is a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Jack Stamp's clever arrangement of the French Christmas carol Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella is filled with sparkle and enough 7/8 to keep the players and listeners on their toes.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2021 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 2:35…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Jack Stamp
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the brass choir music of Gabrieli, Canzona is a mono-thematic work that has been masterfully crafted with counterpoint, rhythmic development, and triumphant returns.Program NotesCanzona was inspired by the brass choir music of Gabrieli and early…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written to introduce young musicians to poly-tonality. This new work in overture form is perfect for festival adjudication. Soaring melodic lines and interesting harmony come in a complete package with fanfares, ballads, and more. Audiences and performers…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Distant Thunder depicts the ever-changing world of a rainforest, with sparkling textures glistening like rainwater on leaves giving way to the fierce rumble of a storm. This highly dramatic work is written to showcase the percussion section, using energetic,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
In Memory of Gerard Schurmann
Dedicated to and written in memory of the composer Gerard Schurmann, Jack Stamp's Elegy begins stridently; grief which moves to anger. A more reflective section ensues which is sad and lonely. After quoting an excerpt from…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Jack Stamp
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
English Horn Feature
After a powerful & dark opening, the rich & sonorous sounds of the solo English Horn emerges playing beautifully poignant melody that will haunt you for days. Stamp’s signature counterpoint and polytonality give this solo feature…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jack Stamp
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Eternal Starlight is dedicated to the composer’s mother. It is a touching and sensitive piece with an incredible amount of heart. Luscious harmonics and contrasting styles combined with soaring melodic material bring out the drama of this eclectic and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Steve Parsons
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
At times dark & intense, at others lyrical and romantic, Jack Stamp's Fountain Creek Fanfare is engaging from beginning to end. After its "crunchy" start, the piece evolves into something much brighter and uplifting by the final measures.
Grade Level: 4…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jack Stamp
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications