Gackstatter explores the ancient mysteries of the Aztec people with this exciting work for wind ensemble. The driving, percussive multi-meter vigor that characterizes most of the piece is broken up by several free, aleatoric sections, utilizing many special…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Solo Violin Feature
Gackstatter cleverly combines three popular fiddle tunes into one toe-tapping feature for solo violin (fiddle) and string orchestra.Program NotesThis arrangement of three famous fiddle tunes was originally done for pianist/violinist/singer…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
with CD Accompaniment
The marriage of fascinating electronic sounds and traditional percussion instruments make this piece a sonic treat for the listener. Constantly changing yet playable complex meters permeate the piece.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 1991…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
Reed Holmes
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Driving syncopation in the percussion and low brass provide the foundation for the long, soaring melodies in the woodwinds that follow. Roles reverse and eventually the raucous syncopation wins over. Images of soaring above the clouds will keep your students…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Inspired by the breathtaking views of the Flint Hills and the paintings of Mark Flickenger, this symphony is designed to be performed with his artwork projected onto screens on stage. Through the music and art, we can deepen our appreciation for what’s in our…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Terra Incognita
As the title implies, you are about to enter a realm of mystery and excitement! Ancient cartographers labeled unexplored regions on their maps as "terra incognita" and in one instance wrote Here Be Dragons, signifying the peril that lay ahead…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Terra Incognita
As the title implies, you are about to enter a realm of mystery and excitement! Ancient cartographers labeled unexplored regions on their maps as "terra incognita" and in one instance wrote Here Be Dragons, signifying the peril that lay ahead…
Style:
Full Orchestra
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Newcomer Erica Donahoe gives us a piece that could easily fit on any contest and festival program. Full of opportunities for advanced playing by each section of the string orchestra, this piece fits on any concert program.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2021…
Style:
String Orchestra
Composer:
Erica Donahoe
Publisher:
Excelcia Music Publishing
After a slow & stately opening, the spirit journeys to a place of rhythmic excitement with driving percussion, vocal effects, and long, lyrical lines.
Grade Level: 4 Copyright: 2020 Publisher: C. Alan Publications Category: Concert Band
Listen to…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
("Too Much Coffee")
Written to be a percussion showpiece in a Latin style, Nimus Capulus is fast, frenetic, and fun—a challenge for the entire group. With a fugue in the middle section for the woodwinds, optional open percussion improvisations, and brass…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Gary Gackstatter
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications