Opening with a haunting ostinato passage, Changes in Time builds on the phrase to create an air of intensity and excitement until the very end. While the piece is unique, it does impart a sense of ‘familiarity’ with its underlying mainstream harmonic…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Flute Salad is a showpiece for your band. Backed up by a great “jazzy” groove, let your Flute section take a ride! Composer Carl Strommen has solidified his position as one of the foremost writers for concert band in America. He knows how to make a band sound…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Instantly recognizable, this tradition spiritual receives the full Carl Strommen treatment and showcases the entire band. The familiar, bluesy melody is carefully crafted to be perfect for younger jazz groups.
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2023 Publisher:…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Jingle in the new year with this simple pairing of Auld Lang Syne and Jingle Bells for beginning string orchestra. Lush tutti sounds will make for a successful and enjoyable experience at your first holiday concert!
Grade Level: 1 Copyright: 2020 Publisher:…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Lift is a thrilling & playful joyride of an overture that gives every section of the ensemble their moment in the spotlight. A real tour-de-force that demands a rousing standing ovation.
Grade Level: 4.5 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: C. Alan Publications…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Motives & Other Distractions is a challenging yet playful composition. The opening syncopated motive is used throughout to drive the piece dramatically to several climatic points. There is liberal use of close arco and pizzicato switching in all parts as…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Full of lush harmonies and beautiful melodic lines, On the Wings of Angels, composed by acclaimed composer Carl Strommen, will both excite and challenge players. Written for the annual WorldStrides Onstage event, On the Wings of Angels has all of the flowing…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
The broad, chorale-like opening of Ponderosa brings to mind the wide and pristine prairie - the land of the American West. Full of great lines and fun sections, this saucy take on an Old American sound is sure to excite audiences and students alike.
Grade…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carl Strommen
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Don’t let the rhythmic simplicity of this piece fool you! This lighthearted work uses group dynamics to help tell its story. From multi-measure swells to one beat dynamic ‘rips’ the use of dynamic textures makes Quarter Note Diddy a treat for both the…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Fanfare for Band
Skybreak opens with a quiet melodic/motivic statement that is repeated and built upon throughout the composition. This is a piece that is fun to play and listen to, a great opener or closer as well as an outstanding contest tune!Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Darren Mitchell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications