Battle Cry of Freedom makes use of the full colors and sonorities of the concert band. This exciting setting has a variety of textures. There is lead material in all parts, and a very active percussion section that contributes to the powerful impact of this…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Bring Thee Praise is based on the Jackson High School (Jackson, MO) Alma Mater. The Alma Mater, which uses the tune, Annie Lisle, is paired with Gillingham’s own “Praise Theme” to bring a celebration of Jackson High School to concert stages everywhere.Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The joy and energy of Irish folk music is readily apparent in this three-part work consisting of "Raggle Taggle Gypsies," "Londonderry Air," and "Irish Washerwoman." Logical bowings, comfortable keys, and careful attention to range and technique lead to…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the dwarf planet and Greek goddess of the same name, Chasing Eris is dark and energetic in nature and evokes images of the great distances and uncertainty associated with space exploration.Program NotesChasing Eris draws its inspiration from two…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Zachary Cairns
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
World-renowned composer Joseph Turrin has shown mastery of the wind band medium at the most difficult levels, but here he shows that he is equally comfortable writing for middle school bands as well. This delightful march-like processional is full of tuneful…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joseph Turrin
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Originally written for two violins, this piece has been re-scored for solo violin and strings. The solo violin part is a showpiece, yet not extremely difficult to perform and may be done with multiple players. Great care was taken to maintain the clarity and…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Mazas, Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Condition Red is an exciting work for symphonic band that demonstrates the composer's mastery of orchestrating for the band medium. Scored to sound like modern film music, Condition Red is a suspenseful composition that shows the composer's flair for the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Noah D. Taylor
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Court Jester March is a quirky, lively march featuring sparking sixteenth notes in the woodwinds, silly syncopation in the brass, and plenty of rhythmic ringing in the percussion. Students and audiences alike can easily imagine the Court Jester dancing around…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
The main melodic material is from a 1591 English tune in a Coventry play better kown as Coventry Carol. The warmth and expressiveness of the cantabile opening section is Romantic in nature and is written to produce a lush sound from the string…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Elliot Del Borgo
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Cradle Moon is a setting of a lullaby tune that has been passed down through at least five generations of the composer’s family. This lovely piece will take the audience on a journey through serene melody, lush harmony, and weaving countermelodies before…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Carl Holmquist
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications