American Folk Hymn Rhapsody cleverly combines three popular folk hymns - Cleansing Fountain, New Britain (Amazing Grace), and Come Thou Fount - set in an Americana style, merging Docter’s original voice and hints of Copland.Program NotesThis piece is a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Adapted from a marimba solo, Can They Dream? is a thoughtful, colorful chorale that celebrates the aspirations and goals people make and achieve for themselves.Program NotesCan They Dream? was originally the second movement in my piece Three Questions for…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the brass choir music of Gabrieli, Canzona is a mono-thematic work that has been masterfully crafted with counterpoint, rhythmic development, and triumphant returns.Program NotesCanzona was inspired by the brass choir music of Gabrieli and early…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The opening theme is presented as a lush four-part chorale with a beautiful climax toward the end. The following variations don’t stray harmonically very far from the theme, rather they require more from the performer, both rhythmically and technically. Every…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
George Frock
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Featuring a balanced ensemble of pitched and un-pitched percussion, Earth Dance is an exciting ensemble work that is audience-(and dance) friendly and would make a great concert opener for a high school or college group.Program NotesEarth Dance is the end…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fanfare Bravo is scored for three metallic keyboard instruments and a membrane quartet. The middle section of the composition reaches a climax with the percussionists performing improvised solos. At the conclusion of each solo the players, if so moved, can…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
George Frock
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Indescribable captures the immense devastation caused by two major tornadoes in the Midwestern United States and the hope of a new beginning afterwards.Program NotesOne of the most visceral events I’ve experienced occurred on May 22, 2011 while storm chasing…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This short piece is colorful, fast, and bright with a groove. Simultaneously chaotic and controlled, in this piece, the Locomotive is always moving.Program NotesThis short piece is colorful, fast, and bright with a groove. Scored for two quartets of woodwind…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Download Electronic Accompaniment FilesMarimba Re(mix) is a set of five intermediate four-mallet marimba solos, each made to strengthen various performance techniques in a variety of musical styles. Optional electronic accompaniments further enhance the…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Bryce Craig
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Concert Band
A Pastoral Scene is a short, lyrical work that will be an excellent addition to any band’s repertoire. Whether it’s used as a warm-up during practice or as a concert piece at a performance, audiences and performers alike will surely enjoy its…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Zachary Docter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications