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
Dachshund Trot takes us on the journey of a curious dachshund, discovering and sniffing out the world at her own pace. It is a wonderful way to introduce your youngest players to mixed meter in a easy, laid back way. The walking “trot” tempo allows beginners…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Into the Unknown is a fast-paced and melodious piece that seeks to capture both the danger and excitement one feels when facing that which is not known. The low brass brings about that ominous sense of danger while the woodwinds give a heart-rousing push, all…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Starting with a steady percussion beat, woodwinds help build the anticipation until brought together with the brass to create a bouncy melody. Rises and falls in the progression help give the sensation of leaping while at times thinning out to reveal that we…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Latin for the word ‘mechanical,’ Mechanica paints a picture of all machinery that surrounds us. Chromatic passages are featured throughout to provide a sense of small parts all working together towards a bigger goal. We invented machines to better our lives,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
With two contrasting movements full of modern harmonies and catchy rhythms, this piece would make a great addition to a advanced high school or collegiate concert.Program NotesThe title Mono/Pastel refers to the contrasts between the piece’s two movements.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Morning in the Village Square features a playful melody, which depicts the happy energy felt within such a community space. Woodwinds, brass, and percussion merrily join together to help showcase the spirit of the people greeting the new day. As the piece…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Composer Yukiko Nishimura writes “I wanted to create something that brings happiness and smiling, which we find in small, daily events.” This expressive work for concert band will stretch the musicianship of your players. The heartfelt inspiration behind the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Spring Showers is designed to evoke the sensation of a coming, drenching and then passing of the rain. The steady flow of eighth notes in the piece provide a sense of consistent shower, beginning small, building as instruments are added, and finally quieting…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Karen K. Robertson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sweet New Moon is a beautifully heartfelt work for young musicians. Composer Yukiko Nishimura offers lush harmonies and suspensions that will stretch the musicianship of your ensemble. Program this thoughtful, meditative work on any concert program.
This…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Yukiko Nishimura
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing