Abiquiu is a glorious programatic work that challenges performer and listener alike. With the support of a full percussion section, you will travel from the driving rhythms of the city, to the swell of the desert canyon, to the open skies. Hold on for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
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
Based on the hymn, And Can It Be?, Gillingham takes the work to new heights to depict the escalating violence in this country. The substance of this work is derived from the hymn, starting with a partial statement of the hymn which becomes twisted and snarled…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The word “assurance” is paramount to understanding the meaning and intent of this piece. The definition of the word "assurance" renders such synonyms as "confidence," "promise," "bond," and "commitment." Each section of this joyous work alludes to some of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Percussion Quartet Feature
The Concertino for 4 Percussion seeks to exploit keyboard, membrane, and auxiliary percussion instruments with the marimbas, xylophone, timpani, vibraphone, and bass drums as the featured instruments. These are assisted by the other…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Euphonium Feature
Scored in three movements, Concerto for Euphonium & Wind Ensemble is a must for the serious euphonium player. The free flowing first movement pairs rubato style solo playing with strict rhythms in the ensemble while the sonorous second…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Horn Feature
The first movement, Fanfares, starts slowly and mysteriously, using motives from the main thematic material of the movement. A brass fanfare ensues followed by an entrance by the solo horn hinting at the main thematic material to follow. The…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Piano Feature
Written with the virtuoso in mind, the Concerto for Piano, Winds & Percussion is perfect for the modern ensemble. The first movement exudes an urgency scored in the rhythms and harmonies throughout, while the second movement, Elegy, reflects…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Woodwind Quintet Feature
With the “Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major” by J.S. Bach serving as a model for the inspiration, spirit and vitality of this work, Gillingham has created a work in the concerto grosso style but with a modern flair. Not for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Marimba Feature
An intriguing, engaging, and challenging piece. Gillingham's Concerto is a must-try for all marimbists! The breakneck first movement sets a rapid pace for the turbulent musical passages throughout. Musical themes return in the second movement…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham, Andrew Dancy
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications