This piece is filled with many emotions that express the sentiment of the Irish. Beginning with the ensemble singing the famous Irish song "Eileen Aroon," Mixed Barley combines the air, "The Wind that Shakes the Barley" with the reel of the same name. The…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
On the Precipice is an exciting piece from start to finish. Impactful with its use of color and expression and sensitivity during lyrical moments, this work in ABA form is great for festival performance.
Grade Level: 2 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: Excelcia…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brooke Pierson
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Based on an original text and melody by Reber Clark, One Hundred Years of Light takes the listener on a journey through several moods and textures ending on a note of glory and majesty, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the school that commissioned the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Over the Sparkling Sea is a jaunty 6/8 march (with a brief stint in 2/4) with a melody that is derived from an original song by Reber Clark.Program NotesWhen Scott Gumina, Director of Bands at Lisle High School of Lisle, Illinois, asked me to create a work…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Concert band arrangement of a winning fanfare from the annual Dallas Winds fanfare competition, this work is a perfect concert opener or closer. The joyous and energetic opening and closing as well as melodic B section make the piece excellent for any concert…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brooke Pierson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
With original patriotic text by the composer, The Risk of Freedom is a unique work for narrator and band that is perfect for your next themed concert.Program NotesI Remember... In the mists of time when tyrants ruled and freedom's hopes were dashed and worn.I…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
River of Four Reflections is a powerful and somewhat introspective work inspired by the meditations of Ignatius of Loyola.Program NotesThe river referred to in River of Four Reflections is the river Cardoner which flows through the small town of Manresa just…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Summerfield, set in a somewhat contemporary fashion and interpreted by a current day director and ensemble, attempts to celebrate the music of all time in the context of the music of one’s own time.Program NotesSummerfield was commissioned by the Commack High…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sunset at Quantico is an attempt to present my impressions of a military funeral there. Aside from the original material (typified in the optional Chorale Prelude), the traditional military drum dirge (used as the deceased veteran’s casket moves from chapel…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Reber Clark
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Brooke Pierson’s The Gathering is a creepily inspired Waltz in 3/4 time for young bands. A great choice for Halloween performances, this Waltz has plenty of excellent learning opportunities, especially if you want to work on accidentals!
This free download…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brooke Pierson
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing