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CONCERT MARCHES medium-easy
Future of Tomorrow—Benjamin Yeo. Using brief
excerpts from Malay folk songs, this concert march
has been carefully written with younger players in
mind. With ample opportunities for teaching tempo
consistency, articulation, rhythmic precision,
and musical phrasing, this joyful and accessible
selection is intended to bring out the best in your
young musicians who are the future of tomorrow.
11205114 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Hosts of Freedom—Karl L. King/arr. John
Paynter. One of the biggest selling marches of
all time is now available in a concert band size
edition. Expertly edited by John Paynter, it's Karl
L. King at his very best - full sounding, melodic and
surprisingly easy to prepare.
2138790 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .68.00
Imperial—Karl L. King/arr. James Swearingen.
The huge treasure trove of edited King marches
continues to grow by leaps and bounds, so you can
be assured that this will be another crowd pleaser
for audiences of all ages. Musicians love to revisit
the glory days of circus band performances and it
just doesn't get any better than this toe tapping
march by the great Karl L. King.
10311870 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .72.00
La Matriarca—Matthew R. Putnam. With
the style of a Spanish march and the form of a
traditional march, this unique addition to the
march repertoire will be enjoyed by students and
audiences. This is also an excellent way to feature
your euphonium player.
11346040 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Lexington March—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
One of Karl King's finest! Terrific for concert, festival
or contest, this stirring march will be the hit of your
next performance! And, the expert adaptation by
Jim Swearingen assures you that everything will
work just right for groups at this level. The trio is
especially nice, with the melody in the mid to low
woodwinds. Another top-notch traditional march!
2323632 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
The Liberty Bell—John Philip Sousa/arr. Bocook.
Undoubtedly one of the most recognizable and
tuneful of all Sousa marches, here is a carefully edited
version adapted for young band instrumentation. The
flavor of the original has been skillfully retained while
making it accessible to younger players. Add this one
to your "must have" list!
10051807 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
March of the Belgian Paratroopers—Pierre
Leemans/arr. Swearingen. Moderate in tempo
and light in style, this appealing and unique march
is now available for developing players in this
masterful arrangement. The skillful scoring and
modest technical demands ensure success with
this time-tested march classic.
10033483 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
March of the Trolls—Edvard Grieg/arr. Beck.
Here's a terrific transcription that provides a
contrasting selection for concert programs. The
soft but intense opening builds in intensity and
draws the listener in as it grows in energy and
volume. A welcome work that bands at all levels
will want to perform.
10093405 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .78.00
March On—Charles Booker. This original march
is a great addition to the flexible band catalog.
Even if you are working with a reduced or unusual
instrumentation, you will have a golden opportunity
to work on the art of march playing with your
developing ensembles.
11315416 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .45.00
Marche Diabolique—Brian Balmages. This
sinister-sounding march is perfect for directors
looking for something completely different.
Using elements from a traditional march set in a
contemporary framework, the music is based on
tritone intervals surrounded by expansive, dark
harmonic language. A wealth of percussion adds
great color to the unsettling character of the music.
Quite effective and intriguing!
10459831 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
The Messenger—C.L. Barnhouse/arr. Anthony
Susi. Here's a classic march from the pen of C.
L. Barnhouse. Carefully crafted for flexible and
limited instrumentations, this sparkling march
sounds every bit as exhilarating as the original!
The extended minor key introduction and unique
format makes it stand out from other 19th century
American marches. Your performers and audience
alike will thrill to this very lively, accessible setting.
March on!
11314537 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Midway March—John Williams/arr. Moss. This is
the tuneful John Williams march written for the W.W.
II era movie, "Midway."In this very playable version,
Williams' lilting 6/8 style and shifting key centers give
the march format a fresh and stirring feel.
2306553 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Military Escort—Harold Bennett/arr. Swearingen.
A march masterpiece that should be in every band
library!Composed by Henry Fillmore using his
pseudonym it is generally regarded as one of the
very best easy marches ever written. John Philip
Sousa was reported to have told Fillmore, "I wish
that march had my name on it!" This arrangement
is outstanding and makes it a perfect choice for
concert or contest performances by bands at any
level. Highest recommendations!
2396505 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .68.00
Monterey March—Karl L. King/arr. James
Swearingen. When looking for a great march,
one only needs to begin their search with the
King library to find the perfect choice. This is
an American classic in every sense of the word.
Singable themes, exciting countermelodies, and
traditional harmonies combine to make for a highly
enjoyable playing and listening experience. Sit
back, relax, and enjoy the delight of King's magical
writing abilities. Highly recommended!
11206770 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .68.00
Mount Vernon Square—Joseph Compello.
Named after the location of Peabody Conservatory,
where the composer took his first music theory
classes, this traditional march offers great
opportunities to work on aspects of tempo,
articulation, and dynamics that are essential for
march interpretation. Every performer should
experience the classic march form, and this new
march which honors greats of the past is a perfect
opportunity to do just that. Program this for concerts
or as your required march for contest.
11399537 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Normandy Beach—John Edmondson. This is the
young band march that you have been looking for!
A great contest or concert selection, it's easy to play
and quite effective.
2095040 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Peacemaker—Karl King/arr. Swearingen.
Karl King was a true master at writing marches
that are playable by all grade levels, and this
great arrangement gives this classic a modern
instrumentation along with accurate articulations,
dynamics and a full score. You just can't go wrong
with a Karl King march, and this one just bubbles
along and is extremely nice. A solid choice!
2478397 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Prestissimo—Karl L. King / arr. Swearingen.
Here's a versatile march that can fill several
concert situations. Stylish and appealing, this can
be performed as a standard march or as a pulse-
racing, fast-moving galop, and is perfect as a closer
or encore selection. The technical demands are
modest so you can create a tour de force without a
lot of rehearsal time. Outstanding!
10094200 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Radetzky March—Johann Strauss/arr. Robert
E. Foster. Jr. This lively and appealing march is
one of the most popular concert marches from
classical literature. Its catchy rhythms and stylish
melody have made this a programming favorite for
concert bands, and now this arrangement makes
it playable by developing bands. This delightful
selection can now be appreciated and enjoyed by a
new generation of musicians and their audiences.
11177155 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .52.00
Record Breaker—C.L. Barnhouse/arr. Andrew
Glover. Here's a piece that's accelerated fun for
performers and audiences from start to finish! This
can be played at a wide range of tempos, but it's
most effective when performed at a full-blown galop
tempo. Limited ranges and technical demands
present the opportunity to lay this rollicking galop
at a rapid pace. Excellent for any concert situation.
See how fast you can go - maybe you can break the
record! Zoom!
11206731 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .59.00
Right About March—W.C. Powell/arr. John Fulton.
Originally composed for piano in 1908 by W.C.
Powell, it has now been arranged for the modern
concert band! This upbeat march has spirit with its
articulated phrases and trio melody. It works well as
a concert opener and is appropriate for all seasons,
including music performance assessment.
11207608 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .75.00
Rough Riders—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
What a terrific march at this level! Sometimes
termed a galop, this is one of King's easier marches,
and James Swearingen's edition for modern concert
band is right on the mark! Rough Riders will make a
great choice for concert, festival or contest use, and
is sure to be the hit of your next performance.
2347037 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Santiago—Karl King/arr. James Swearingen. This
fine arrangement of the Karl King march has made
a standard of concert band literature accessible to
younger concert bands.
11402243 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .72.00
Spania!—David Shaffer. A real showstopper
for developing bands!A delightful and exciting
Spanish march for developing bands that's a real
confidence builder and effective teaching tool.
Written in the classic paso doble style, all sections
have interesting parts to play in this fiery original.A
real winner!
2481432 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .59.00
St. Petersburg March—Johnnie Vinson. This
original march is reminiscent of the Russian city's
rich and exciting history of intrigue, revolution and
mystery.Expertly scored for young bands, this
unique and fresh-sounding work paints a musical
picture of frigid winters, magnificent castles and
imposing cathedrals.A wonderful addition to the
march repertoire for band.
2481708 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .55.00
Torch of Liberty—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
Karl L. King was a master of writing tuneful marches
that are playable, yet "meaty" enough for advanced
bands.James Swearingen's effective adaptation
of this superb march assures your band will know
the thrill of playing a King march, yet keeps the
technical aspects within reach of developing bands.
You can't go wrong with this great march!
2417277 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
United Nations—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
One of the most famous of Karl L. King's easier
marches! Stirring melodies and countermelodies
made King a "tunesmith" without peer, and this
treatment has become just as popular as other
arrangements of his marches. Absolutely perfect
for any concert or contest it's easy enough to be
successfully performed by younger groups, but
stylish enough to be programmed by even the very
best bands. This one is a guaranteed winner!
2264679 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
Valley Forge March—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
A strong choice for concert or contest! Karl King
was a true master at writing easier marches,
and Valley Forge is one of his best! Just one time
through the trio and you'll know immediately
why this is one of King's most popular marches.
James Swearingen's new arrangement, with full
concert band instrumentation, subtle rescoring
and careful editing, guarantees that Valley Forge
will be a perfect choice for concert or contest
use. Unbeatable!
2284230 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .60.00
Voice of America—Karl L. King/arr. James
Swearingen. This composer was a master of
creating rousing marches associated with the
circus. Great themes, singable countermelodies,
and well-written percussion parts have made his
marches popular with audiences around the world.
You'll find all this and more in this entertaining
rendition. A sure winner.
11001870 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .68.00
Washington Post March—John Philip Sousa/
arr. Balent. This one is a "must-do!"If your
developing band hasn't had the thrill of playing one
of the most familiar marches of all time, here's a
great opportunity to expose them to the magic of
Sousa!On the easier side of this grade level, you'll
find this comes together nicely for performance and
will let your band really shine!Outstanding!
2465383 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .95.00
Wiregrass March—R. Alan Carter. Celebrating
the southern parts of Georgia and Alabama known
as Wiregrass Country, this march written in the
style of Henry Fillmore is a great choice for concert,
contest, or festival performances. With a catchy first
strain melody, punchy low brass countermelodies,
memorable trio, and interesting percussion parts,
this march checks all the boxes needed for an
outstanding march performance!
11205100 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . . .65.00
BEST
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Concert Marches
Medium-Easy
Buy with confidence! These works, listed in
order of their popularity, are chosen most often
by directors.
Marche Diabolique—Brian Balmages.
10459831 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Aces of the Air (March)—
Karl King/arr. Swearingen.
10280589 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Alamo March—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
2231751 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Amparito Roca—Jaime Texidor/arr. Fagan.
10052942 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70.00
Rough Riders—Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
2347037 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60.00
Spania! (Spanish March)—David Shaffer.
2481432 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59.00
March of the Trolls (from "Lyric Suite",
op. 54)—Edvard Grieg/arr. Beck.
10093405 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78.00
El Zorro Rojo (Concert March)—
Randall D. Standridge.
11001401 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58.00
Midway March—John Williams/arr. Moss.
2306553 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65.00
Big Four March—
Karl L. King/arr. Swearingen.
2472470 Band Set & Score. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68.00
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