Based on the gorgeous 17th century chorale, "Lo How a Rose E'er Blooming," Always Blooming is contrastingly fast and energetic and features every section of the band, especially the percusisonists! Using themes from the chorale, Kiefer weaves in and out of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A great piece to feature your percussion section, this setting of "Carol of the Bells" is a fast and exciting rendition that does not follow the standard outline of the tune. A very unique arrangement, that uses modern compositional techniques like tone…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
"Carol of the Bells"
This setting of "Carol of the Bells" is a fast and exciting rendition that does not follow the standard outline of the tune. A very unique arrangement that uses modern compositional techniques like tone clusters and changing rhythmic…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This celebratory concert work pays tribute to the impulses of human nature. Haunting lyrical sections are contrasted with forceful and aggressive themes providing a pleasing contrast, concluding with a final peaceful resolution.Program NotesDiversions for…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John P. Lynch
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
An exciting new work by Ed Kiefer, Escape! is filled with rhythmic motifs, innovative harmonies and driving percussion to develop themes derived from the Coventry Carol. After a lush setting of the chorale in the middle section, the frantic opening theme…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
TBD is a rock piece for percussion ensemble that suffers from an indeterminate title. Everyone including mallet players get to take part in the drum solo in the middle of this ten-player ensemble, with parts having a wide range of difficulty that allow an…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Chris Carmean
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Were You There? is a tone poem based on the traditional hymn tune. Tender, flowing themes permeate the work as the rich scoring carries the listener to many levels of musical expression.Program NotesWere You There? is a tone poem based on the traditional hymn…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John P. Lynch
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications