John’s harmonic palette is practically refreshing in this overture-like piece that sounds like it’s from a time long past. This work has just the right amount of drama and excitement to make it a perfect addition to the festival repertoire list.
Grade Level:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Journey out west with this new work by John M. Pasternak for concert band. Reminiscent of old western films, this overture is perfect for any concert program as well as festival adjudication. The piece features soaring fanfares and ample opportunities for…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Many think the holidays are a bit of a “rat race” and arranger John Pasternak takes that to a new level by combining the famous William Tell Overture with popular Christmas carols. Pure fun for the youngest of students!
Grade Level: 0.5 Copyright: 2022…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Classic Suite consists of three contrasting movements arranged fast-slow-fast (Song, Hymn, and Fantasy). Each of the three movements can stand alone or can be played all together as a suite. Accessible to any audience, the piece employs special techniques,…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Ginger Zyskowski
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Clear Resolve is a heroic piece that encourages students to stand up for their beliefs. Composer John M. Pasternak uses his experience as a music educator to craft a piece that is both exciting, and meaningful to young musicians.
Grade Level: 1.5 Copyright:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Flute Feature
Not what you would expect from a flute concerto! With a middle eastern flavor, Young's Concerto for Flute & Wind Ensemble exploits the technical abilities of the soloist to the fullest. Scored in one movement, this piece can be easily…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Charles Rochester Young
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Not what you would expect from a flute concerto! With a middle eastern flavor, this piece exploits the technical abilities of the soloist to the fullest. Scored in one movement, this piece can be easily programmed in any concert lineup.Program NotesNot what…
Style:
Woodwind
Composer:
Charles Rochester Young
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Cuyahoga River March is a delightfully tuneful new march from composer John M. Pasternak. It is written in standard American march form and classic in style. Musicians and audiences will leave humming every time!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2022 Publisher:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
John’s unique harmonic ideas and use of ensemble color are on display in this new work for developing ensembles. Explore a dark frontier while reinforcing articulations and dynamic contrast. This one is sure to be an audience pleaser!
Grade Level: 1.5…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
John’s unique harmonic ideas and use of ensemble color are on display in this new work for developing ensembles. Explore a dark frontier while reinforcing articulations and dynamic contrast. This one is sure to be an audience pleaser!
Grade Level: 1.5…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John M. Pasternak
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing






