Free
Written as a memorial, Free is intended to be an uplifting expression of life with the numerous ascending figures throughout the evolving first half of the piece and the forward momentum of the exciting second half. Solos for trumpet and oboe give ample…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Gambit
A “gambit” is a daring and adventurous opening strategy. This music for young band mixes elements of suspense and excitement into a high-energy concert or contest piece sure to please your band and audience.Program NotesThe word “gambit” refers to an opening…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Gambit
A “gambit” is a daring and adventurous opening strategy. This music for young band mixes elements of suspense and excitement into a high-energy concert or contest piece sure to please your band and audience.Program NotesThe word “gambit” refers to an opening…
Style: Flex Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Goosebumps
Goosebumps is a spooky, Halloweenish tune where everyone gets a turn at the melody. Dynamic contrasts and staccato notes add variety and interest throughout. The percussion section gets to play a lot of “surprise” instruments, including cowbell, ratchet,…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Greatest Generation, The
Written for narrator and band, The Greatest Generation was inspired by Tom Brokaw’s eloquent testament to the World War II generation. The music sets the background for a reading of four soldiers’ letters that highlight the emotion of those difficult times…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
His Eye is on the Sparrow
This free style setting of the hymn tune His Eye is on the Sparrow focuses on the varied tonal colors and instrumental textures of the wind band. Solos for trumpet and alto saxophone highlight the verse statements and lead into the full band refrains. While…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
I Have A Dream
As the title suggests, I Have a Dream a musical tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King." The piece parallels his famous speech in three sections: March on Washington, Trials and Tribulations, and Free At Last, which is a setting of the old Negro spiritual.Program…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Lift Every Voice and Sing
for Concert Band Lift Every Voice and Sing is an uplifting and joyous setting of this historic anthem. The arrangement features the saxophone section and solo sections for alto saxophone. Colorful scoring and varied textures make this a beautiful work for any…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Mira!
Mira, a red giant star is a prime candidate for supernovae explosion in the future, as it shows signs of being near the end of its life as a star and will eventually collapse on itself in a spectacular explosion. Utilizing minimalistic composition techniques…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Nebula
Inspired by photographs from the Hubble Space Telescope, Nebula is a 3-movement symphony for winds. Some nontraditional effects, such as pitch bending, singing, and unmeasured sections. This piece reflects the sense of wonder and contemplation humanity shares…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Greg Danner
Publisher: C. Alan Publications