The Spirit from Snow's Island musically portrays the Carolina Marsh Tacky, a breed of horse from the barrier islands of South Carolina. These horses were used during the American Revolution, mysteriously emerging from the swamps to attack the British forces…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joshua V. Hinkel
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Star Light, Star Bright was inspired by a tune played by nearly every beginning musician in the US: "Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star." The meaning is twofold: It pays tribute to the tune we played as beginners and reminds us that our starting experience is…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Leslie Gilreath
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This bright and uplifting piece teaches us that if we can dream it, the goal can be accomplished and any adversity can be overcome. Nothing is impossible if we put our minds and hearts 100% into it. Through sheer desire, power of positive thinking and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joshua V. Hinkel
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Twilight Over the Bridge is a short ballad meant to resemble a folk song. One could imagine this piece being a journey in which a character reflects on their hardships as they return home.Program NotesTwilight over the Bridge is a short ballad meant to…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brooke Pierson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Until We Meet Again reminds the listener that losing someone or something is a part of life. It’s inevitable to find ourselves in a low place due to missing a time of happiness and joy. However, the memories we make can help us relive these times and maybe…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Mat Campbell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Vivid images are portrayed through the variety of instrumental colors and textures available with concert band instrumentation. Playable as well as effective, Waves on the Chesapeake will provide welcome variety to concert and festival programs.Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
2017-18 J.W. Pepper Editor's Choice Selection This free setting of the hymn song “What Wondrous Love Is This” focuses on the variety of tonal colors and instrumental textures possible with the wind band. While technically written for younger ensembles, the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Greg Danner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Yankee Doodle Bandy is a theme and variations on the familiar tune, but with a twist. Throughout the piece melodies from classic band literature - some well known and others less so - provide interludes and counterpoint to the main melody. With a patriotic…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Greg Danner
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications