Cascade Gardens is a small park area in the foothills of Hobart’s Mt Wellington/Kunanyi, within close proximity of the Cascade Brewery (oldest continually operating brewery in Australia, established in 1824). The Gardens are well-established and provide a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brian West
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Inspired by the dwarf planet and Greek goddess of the same name, Chasing Eris is dark and energetic in nature and evokes images of the great distances and uncertainty associated with space exploration.Program NotesChasing Eris draws its inspiration from two…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Zachary Cairns
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
On your mark... get set... go! Take part in a brisk race through city streets without taking a single step with Downtown Dash. This well-paced work musically follows the course of a 5K race from the slow pace of the crowded starting line to the exuberant…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Featuring your under-exposed baritone saxophone player, Groanin’ owes a lot to Bobby Timmons’ Moanin’ in it’s call and response melody. Its energy is higher though with a driving, rocky groove. The band still has plenty to play, pumping out the intro, bridge…
Style:
Jazz Ensemble
Composer:
Lachlan Davidson
Publisher:
Brolga Music
Dedicated to the composer’s eleven-year-old niece and her middle school concert band, Hop! is meant to capture the spirit of youthful exuberance through percussive syncopation, hints of jazz, and memorable, toe-tapping melodies.Program NotesDedicated to the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This uplifting and catchy selection will create lasting images for players and audiences alike as they embark on a sailing journey for the ages. With magically lyrical melodies and lively rhythmic motives, Running Downwind is sure to add a festive splash of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Peter Sciaino
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Such Small Things is a gift to the composer’s baby daughter. The sweeping ballad simultaneously celebrates the anticipation of life and the joy that her life has brought into the world. Sparkling percussion and rich harmonies in the winds make this 3-minute…
Style:
Flex Band
Composer:
Nathan Daughtrey
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Twilight Over the Bridge is a short ballad meant to resemble a folk song. One could imagine this piece being a journey in which a character reflects on their hardships as they return home.Program NotesTwilight over the Bridge is a short ballad meant to…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Brooke Pierson
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Until We Meet Again reminds the listener that losing someone or something is a part of life. It’s inevitable to find ourselves in a low place due to missing a time of happiness and joy. However, the memories we make can help us relive these times and maybe…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
Mat Campbell
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications