Inspired by the multitude of great melodies written by English master composers such as Purcell, Elgar, Walton, Vaughn Williams, and Britten, Adagio for Winds and Percussion is a moving, powerful work that shows David Gillingham at his very best.Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Appalachian Counterpoint is a work for tuba-euphonium quartet based on the traditional Appalachian folk song “All the Pretty Little Horses,” a lovely lilting lullaby. There is, however, very little feeling of “lullaby” in this work as it is transformed into…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Originally scored for tuba-euphonium quartet, Appalachian Counterpoint has been adapted for 4-part flexible wind band, playable by any combination of instruments in the ensemble. It is based on a traditional Appalachian folk song originally set as a a lovely…
Style:
Flex 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
Inspired by the night sky in the composer’s home state of Michigan, At Evening’s First Star takes listeners on a journey starting with a single star on the horizon and ending with a sky full of shimmering lights. This is a wonderful follow-up to Gillingham's…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
With skillful craftsmanship, David Gillingham offers you an opportunity to program a work that captures the serenity and beauty of daybreak. From the opening thin layers of sound, a broad, sweeping feel emerges, sprinkled with active lines depicting nature…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Goin’ for the Gold is an adventurer’s march, relentless, happy and upbeat with a strong, memorable melody leading the way. After all, someone might strike it rich!Program NotesGoin’ for the Gold is an adventurer’s march. Although the title might make one…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Bruce Broughton
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The Greatest of These is a warm, beautiful work that features Gillingham's colorful scoring. It is a work that embodies love, pure and true.Program NotesThe Greatest of These was commissioned by the Byron Center Band Program in Byron Center, Michigan, in…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Dedicated to Nicholas Childs and the Black Dyke Band, Heroes pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and the incredible achievements of astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins.Program NotesDedicated to Nicholas…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Bruce Broughton
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Joyau is a French word translating to "jewel," or in the case of music, a "showpiece." Therefore, the work was composed as a “showpiece” for the entire percussion section consisting of timpani and an array of percussion divided between the remaining five…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications