Based on the octatonic collection, Awakenings is a glorious work utilizes a tonal system not usually found in young band repertoire. The appeal of an octatonic collection lies in its unusual combination of available sonorities. Broad and grandiose throughout…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The musical fabric of Ballad for Aisha is woven with a gentle flow, singing lyricism, and the soft timbres of keyboard mallet instruments, all intermingled with musical climaxes as one might experience in musicals.Program NotesBallad for Aisha was…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The title The Devil's Workshop is based on the two most prominent harmonic components of the work. Tritones were, in ancient times, referred to as the 'devil’s interval.' Chromatic scales were likewise seen as evil sounds. This, combined with the goofy…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
(Seculorum Amen)
Based on the "Seculorum Amen" passage of the medieval chant 'Gloria Patri,' Euouae takes the listener on a journey through numerous transformations while retaining the original meditative intent of the chant.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2001…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jim Colonna
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by a line from 'The Return of the King' (from the 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy) - "There may come a time - an hour of wolves and shattered shields - when the Age of Men comes crashing down, but it will not be this day!" The image of an "hour of wolves…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In the Gathering Dark is the first installment of an unofficial "Lord of the Rings" triptych. The title refers to a moment in the second film where, as two massive armies brace for a cataclysmic battle, a narrator reminds the audience that "in the gathering…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Kimberly Archer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Looking for your next concert opener? Jubilant Fanfare exudes the exuberance that its title suggests. Wonderful feature for your talented brass section!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2000 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 1:30 Publisher: C. Alan Publications…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jim Colonna
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Trumpet Feature
Parody is a collage of several important orchestral trumpet parts all in one balanced piece that will require a rather skilled trumpet soloist.Program NotesParody is a work that dates back to memories of being a trumpet player. As…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jim Colonna
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Persistence of Time features an exciting additive process that captures the audience. Exciting to play, also. An underlying feeling of movement persists throughout the piece and keeps listeners on the edge of their chairs.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2001…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jim Colonna
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This brilliant three-movement work shows the best of band music. Appropriate for contest or concert. Or, select one of the movements for your concert. Features an uplifting 1st movement, graceful 2nd movement, and a clever up tempo 3rd movement. Portraits is…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jim Colonna
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications