From the Ashes was inspired by a poem by J.R.R. Tolkien's "Fellowship of the Ring," ("From the ashes a fire shall be woken, a light from the shadows shall spring"). Primarily set in 10/8 and 5/4, the work features ritualistic drumming and long, soaring…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A Holiday Fantasia is a delightful mash-up of two Christmas favorites - Carol of the Bells and God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen. Rather than creating a straight-ahead medley, Coles masterfully weaves the themes from each carol together, along with original…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Jay Coles
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Humble Heart is a beautifully lyrical piece that is easily accessible to very young bands, yet remains true to the original, simple Shaker melody.Program NotesIn writing this composition, I tried to make a lyrical piece that was easily accessible to very…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written in response to a young high school student’s tragic passing, If Heaven Had a Window is an emotional, yet hopeful ballad which also honors our own loved ones who have passed on.Program NotesIn 2016, River Bluff High School of Lexington, South Carolina…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joshua V. Hinkel
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Celebrating the life of a girl who lost her battle to cancer, In My Perfect Place is a heart-warming and bold piece that will leave a lasting impression on your audience.Program NotesIn My Perfect Place is a celebration of the life of a young girl whose…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Leslie Gilreath
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Into the Unknown is a fast-paced and melodious piece that seeks to capture both the danger and excitement one feels when facing that which is not known. The low brass brings about that ominous sense of danger while the woodwinds give a heart-rousing push, all…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Hop! Hop! Hop! Bouncing through the Australian bush to a swingin’ rhythm you can imagine a herd of kangaroos groovin’ out as they stop to for a chew on some grass, look around and bound off again. Out pops a joey looking from the pouch of its mother, its…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Leigh Crombie, Brian West
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Miracle is based on two melodic sources, the hymn Come Thou Fount From Every Blessing (words by Robert Robinson and music by Asahel Nettleton) and the Chinese folk song Jasmine Flower, representing Christian and Asian culture respectively. The work unfolds in…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
With two contrasting movements full of modern harmonies and catchy rhythms, this piece would make a great addition to a advanced high school or collegiate concert.Program NotesThe title Mono/Pastel refers to the contrasts between the piece’s two movements.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Based on a quote from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Only Light, Only Love is an affirmation of an undying belief in light and love and the overwhelming need for both in our world today. It highlights beauty in the midst of struggle, with the realization that…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Leslie Gilreath
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications