Xylophone Feature
The Foggy Dew is a setting of the popular Irish ballad of the same name. The beautiful melodies and virtuosic quasi-improvisatory solo xylophone make this a perfect piece to showcase a hotshot percussionist in your band or to bring in a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Reminiscent of the old 'Star Trek' TV show theme, The Freedom March is the perfect alternative to the tried and true Sousa marches that you might be growing weary of.
Grade Level: 3 Copyright: 2004 Number of Players: Standard Duration: 3:00 Publisher: C. Alan…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Joshua Missal
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Screaming synthesizers, hand claps, & syncopated bass fill out the accompaniment to this holiday favorite. The band parts alone work great with or without the electronics, but don’t you want your audience to get up and dance in the aisles? DOWNLOAD…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Ed Kiefer
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Holiday
This clever Grade I march is perfect for your next holiday program, incorporating the popular Christmas carol 'Good King Wenceslas.' All sections of the band have their moment in the spotlight during the brief 1-1/2 minute duration.
Grade Level: 1…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Open your next holiday concert with this impactful and clever pairing of two folk tunes: House of the Rising Sun and the Ukrainian Bell Carol. Arranged for developing band by Tyler Arcari, House of the Rising Bells is sure to add something unique to your…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Tyler Arcari
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
Fantasy on Old Skibereen
The title, Immortal Dream is taken from a verse of the traditional Irish ballad, “Old Skibereen.” This poignant song is full of tragedy and passion, describing the Irish famine of 1846-47. While most of the arrangement is in the minor…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In a Garden With Koi creates a peaceful image of walking through a Japanese garden and sitting by a pond filled with those large, beautiful and docile goldfish (koi). Take your young band students on a trip to the Far East with this lovely piece by Barry Ward…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Barry Ward
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
While much of the indigenous music of Bali is played on percussion instruments, not woodwind & brass as in a concert band, there are certain aspects of the style captured within Indah Pagi. The narrative of the music is quite simple and straightforward. A…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brian Hogg
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Consisting of three Celtic-infused melodies, Irish features three contrasting sections - a nostalgic & heartfelt ballad, a rollicking & energetic jig, and a quick toe-tapping reel.Program NotesIrish consists of three original melodies created in the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
John Paulson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Xylophone Feature
Irish Washerwoman is one of the most well-known and beloved Irish jigs. This arrangement for solo xylophone and concert band originally appeared in a collection of Irish tunes for xylophone and marimba trio, titled "The Celtic Xylophone,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications