And Sing the Love Amazing That Songs Cannot Repay was written as a memorial to a member of the Lake Wobegon® Brass Band administrative staff who passed away from a long battle with cancer. It is a humble dedication based on the hymn tune THAXTED or “O God…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Michael Halstenson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
After an ominous opening, The Falcon Ascending takes flight with a blazing syncopated theme that alternates between 3/4 and 2/4. A brief, lush chorale section contrasts the joyride that bookends it, with the piece finishing with the thrilling flight that…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Alexander Safford
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Brass Band
In the mid 1950’s a Viking gravesite was excavated on the south slope of Vøerbjerg Hill facing Limfjorden, Denmark. Some 700 graves were uncovered and this discovery is considered one the most important finds in all of Viking Lore. The Hill…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Michael Halstenson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
for Brass Band
Think of the three wise men entering the town of Bethlehem, some say in ships, others say on camels. Whatever the case, from the opening horn fanfare to the lilting tune this arrangement for brass band adds a bit of color and humor to the…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Michael Halstenson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
In the north country there is a phenomena called northern lights, otherwise known as the Aurora Borealis. It takes dark, clear skies, usually the cold of winter and the farther north you go, the better chance of seeing this spectacular dance of light and…
Style:
Brass Band
Composer:
Michael Halstenson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
II. Scherzo
A lyrical, engaging, and melodically rich piece of music that captures the essence of Russian folk melodies, String Quartet No. 2 - II. Scherzo offers a unique opportunity for percussionists to perform 19th-century chamber music from one of “The…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Alexander Borodin, Michael Crawford
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications