April is a flowing work of gentle harmony and musical imagery. Subtle mallet parts with an easy piano part add to the atmosphere of this almost dreamlike work. Wonderfully evocative!Program NotesCommissioned by the Farmington Middle School East 2005-2006 7th…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Aaron Perrine
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After a brief slow introduction, Fever Flash takes off, driven by punchy brass, syncopated percussion and long lines in the woodwinds. As the piece builds toward its conclusion, more & more bluesy riffs seem to take over this upbeat romp.Program…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Aaron Perrine
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The title, Inner Sanctum, was derived from feeling the commissioning ensembles feels about their bandroom: a safe, sacred place free of all of the distractions of the outside world. The piece begins with a sense of nostalgia and reflection before moving into…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Aaron Perrine
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Bands will look forward to playing the easy Latin-flavored La Playa Cancun. The expanded percussion section provides a repeated rhythmic anchor that supports easy syncopated thematic material in the winds. Colorful harmonies in the accompaniment figures add…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
As a very easy introduction to canonic themes, Lone Lake Afternoon utilizes easy, accessible melodies suitable for first-year or developing bands. It also presents the opportunity to reinforce contrasting staccato/legato elements of style.Program NotesAs a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Outpost Andromeda features constant rhythmic motion with a very memorable tonal scheme. A hint of mystery and a huge helping of excitement defines this excellent piece for young band. Features an underlying timpani rhythm that ties the piece together.…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This majestically resolute work takes the listener on a musical journey back 250 million years before the supercontinent Pangaea divided itself into the 7 continents we know and love today. Driven by an excitable percussion section, the dark mood of Pangean…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Outnumbered almost two to one, King Henry’s English Army defeated a much larger French Army in the Battle at Agincourt in 1415. Victorious, but not without heavy casualties, King Henry’s army returns home to bury its fallen heroes, but also to celebrate a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Located at longitudinal opposites of Scotland, Dornóch (in the Northern Highlands) and Turnberry (on the Southwest Coast) both resplendently exemplify the legendary beauty of this Old World country. Both towns are represented musically; the first by a lilting…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Danny Williams
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
The inspiration for Shimmer was light in motion. Brilliant flourishes are contrasted by two introspective sections of music, giving the overall composition a rondo-like feel.Program NotesThe inspiration for Shimmer was light in motion. In this composition, I…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Aaron Perrine
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications