Tangents is a clever theme and variations based on a theme in the Lydian mode. Variations include presentations in Ionian, Phrygian, Dorian, and Aeolian modes. David J. long has created beautiful melodies and textures in the context of a masterful composition…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A fun piece in a tango style that will be a hit with your students, Teatime Tango features delicate wind parts combine with some serious brass chords and great percussion licks.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2003 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 3:10…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
As an intrinsic part of existence, all peoples face adversity, both individually and collectively. When the cause of such adversity is beyond the control of any given party (or parties), it is the heroes who emerge to turn the tide of tragedy into ultimate…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Prelude is rather free in nature with a slightly improvisatory feel. The Interlude, shows off the expressive qualities of the instruments through a lush chorale-like movement, followed by a fast and energetic final movement, Postlude.Program NotesPrelude (…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The first movement, Aria, is one of the most challenging rolled pieces you will encounter, musically and technically. The second movement, Interlude, is transition material from the first movement to the third with figures that fly up and down the instrument…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Three Vignettes is a single-movement work for violin, cello & piano that divides into three contrasting sections (or vignettes) - the first is rather dark and rhapsodic, the second is beautifully flowing and driving ahead, and the third features driving…
Style:
String
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Opposite musical characteristics such as soft and loud, comfort and angular, static and active, hesitant and steadfast are contrastingly employed in this piece.Program NotesValse Éxcentrique is composed as a part of series of pieces written by three composers…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Yo Goto
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Soft but majestic opening with the metallic sounds of chimes and vibraphone. This leads into the ensuing Allegro with much dialogue between mallet and percussion instruments. Great for a high school or college ensemble.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 1990 Number…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A War in Wonderland is a suite for solo euphonium that is a caricature of old-fashioned war, complete with the sound of bugles and drums, court music, and marching on a battlefield.Program NotesA War in Wonderland, a suite for euphonium solo, was commissioned…
Style:
Solo Works
Composer:
Yo Goto
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written as a pops percussion ensemble piece, Winged Victory pays homage to the funky theme from the movie, “Rocky.” Your students and your audiences will love it!
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2002 Number of Players: 8 Duration: 5:00 Publisher: C. Alan…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David J. Long
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications