Originally a solo piano piece that Gillingham wrote for his wife on their 7th wedding anniversary, he re-imagined it for cello and marimba for his daughter's wedding. This beautiful arrangement showcases the musical union of the two instruments and is perfect…
Style:
Percussion, String
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Barbarossa is a dramatic and exciting intermediate level piece for 11 players. It introduces multiple alternative playing techniques and will develop a strong and innate sense of 12/8 time in the performers.Program NotesBarbarossa is inspired by the make-…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Here's a tasty little march in a straight-ahead style that is sure to appeal to your beginning band. Bells of Freedom is aptly titled, too, and its patriotic feeling is enhanced by a few phrases of the National Anthem.Program NotesBells of Freedom is a…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written for the composer's daughter's wedding, Chant du Coeur (Song of the Heart) is a truly heartfelt piece that would be appropriate for a recital or special event.Program NotesChant du Coeur was written in honor of Amy (my daughter) and Michael Culligan’s…
Style:
Percussion, String
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Metallic Percussion Ensemble
Communion Prayer is a lush and meditative piece that will provide a breath of fresh air for performers, teachers, and audiences alike. Stretching performers to obtain mastery over touch and balance, while still providing…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Crest of Honor is a concert march that was written as a traditional march in a tertian (ABC) structure. However, the march differs from many marches in that the role of the horns is mostly melodic and they play no “afterbeat” rhythms. Also, the trio begins in…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the recent wildfires in Australia, Firestorm seeks to emulate through music, these fires ranging from their most raging peeks to their more waning lulls.Program NotesFirestorm was commissioned by the Byron Center Band Program, Byron Center,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Golgotha is a programmatic work for large percussion orchestra that is inspired by the final hours of the life of Jesus as chronicled in the New Testament of the Bible. It spans the range of expression from haunting and somber to rage and desperation.Program…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Adam Bruce
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Concert March
Lights Across the Water is a fun, quick-step concert march with catchy, toe-tapping melodies, and unexpected twists & turns. Even better, this Grade 3 march can be performed with a mass ensemble by using the free downloadable Gr. 1 & 2…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Wind Ensemble
Grade Level: 5 Copyright: 2021 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Category: Concert Band
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Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications