A brilliant new addition to the traditional march family. Matthew R. Putnam has crafted a wonderful new march for developing bands that is perfect for teaching and reinforcing proper march style. The melodic material at the trio is engaging, lyrical, and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Even the youngest students get to play Vivaldi’s beloved Four Seasons in this inventive arrangement. All string sections use tremolo and col legno in addition to fermatas, cesuras, and aleatoric elements that require students to watch the conductor closely.…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Caryn Wiegand Neidhold
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Matthew R. Putnam’s “The great Clipper Race” been set for flexible ensemble. Playable with just 5 wind/string players and percussion, this accessible concert march is perfect for small ensemble rehearsal, performance, or as a planning piece for when your…
Style:
Concert Band, Flex Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
“The Great Clipper Race” seeks to transport musicians and listeners to the mid-1800s, a time when clipper ships sailed the seas ferrying cargos from exotic locales to Europe and the Americas. Composer Matthew R. Putnam weaves a tale of intrigue and adventure…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This wonderful new work for the Holiday Concert is a clever arrangement of The Holly and the Ivy, The Cherry Tree Carol, Greensleeves and O Christmas Tree. Arranger Matthew R. Putnam knows how to make your band sound great!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2023…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Ahoy Ye Mateys, your beginning string players will love this pirate inspired piece written in dramatic e minor. The lilting ¾ time will have your musicians and audiences dreaming of adventure on the high seas. You will be glad you selected this fun and…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Caryn Wiegand Neidhold
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
A modern-day March King, Matthew R. Putnam, knows how to write them! This new march in 6/8 time is easy to put together, but sounds just as grand and full as any Fillmore or Sousa. A great introduction to the quick marches of yore!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright:…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Make your band sound big and full with the wonderful Tutti sections in Tokens of Esteem. No wonder Matthew R. Putnam’s younger band music is always so popular.
This free download includes two click track recordings, one with a click over the live recording…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Looking out over dark ocean waters inspires feelings of awe and anxiety. It is the visceral thrill of the unknown that walks the razor’s edge of excitement and terror. Composer Matthew R. Putnam depicts just that with this riveting piece for young string…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
This piece was written to give your students confidence as they navigate uncharted territory in their own lives and studies. Written with the beginning band choirs in mind, Matt gives ample opportunity to explore the color of the band with tutti woodwind and…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Matthew R. Putnam
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing