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Concert & Contest | Medium-Easy
As You Leave This Place—Peter Sciaino.
Reflective lyricism and expressive pacing
shape this medium-easy concert band
work built around frequent solo moments
and sustained melodic writing. The music
gradually grows into a heroic, triumphant
climax featuring repeating sixteenth-
note figures in the upper winds that
sit comfortably under the fingers while
supportive percussion involvement adds
depth to the slow-building texture. Inspired
by the influence of mentors and the passing
of wisdom, the emotional arc makes it
especially meaningful as a send-off for
students moving on.
11677892 Band Set & Score . .ME 80.00
The Ash Grove—arr. Randall Standridge.
A tender and expressive setting for
concert band highlights the lyrical beauty
of the beloved Welsh folk song. It opens
with a graceful clarinet solo and unfolds
with lush harmonies, colorful scoring, and
thoughtfully crafted textures. Engaging
percussion writing adds depth and
interest, making this an elegant and
rewarding choice for concert or festival
performance.
11622903 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
At Fate's Door—JaRod Hall. Written for
Grade 2.5 concert band, a dark narrative
unfolds from a slow, mysterious opening
into a driving vivace using percussion rim
knocks to depict literal knocking and the
release of an evil force. Repeated rhythmic
motifs introduce simple syncopation while
the melody remains accessible over
driving rhythmic figures. Effective as a
middle or high school program closer, this
work reinforces rhythmic confidence and
ensemble impact.
11680844 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
At Morning's First Light—David Gillingham.
This is very well written! With skillful
craftsmanship, David Gillingham offers
you an opportunity to program a work
that captures the serenity and beauty
of daybreak. From the opening thin
layers of sound, a broad, sweeping feel
emerges, sprinkled with active lines
depicting nature awakening. Developing
bands will learn much from performing
this work, and will most certainly grow
musically. Lovely!
2702071 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Autumn in the Rockies—Michael Story.
Colorful trees, picturesque streams and
lakes, and rugged hills delight the senses
in this majestic musical depiction of a
mountainous landscape in the western U.S.
during the fall season – there might even
be an early snowfall! This expressive piece
offers many educational opportunities such
as lyrical performance, varying musical
styles and phrasing, and ensemble rubato.
11515942 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Avalon—Aaron Kline. Named after the
mythical island in the story of King Arthur,
this work for band invites musicians and
audience to explore a land of kings, castles,
and knights. The piece features a heroic
primary melody and a lyrical secondary
melody that are later played at the same
time for an exciting conclusion. A strong
programming choice for concerts or
festivals with musical variety and impact.
11686133 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Awakening Skies—Ed Huckeby. This
accessible overture-style work for band pairs
lively syncopation and bright melodic writing
with rhythmic energy audiences will respond
to immediately. A contrasting lyrical middle
section draws on contemporary ballad style,
adding warmth and freshness before the
excitement returns. The balance of drive and
lyrical contrast keeps the music engaging
for students while making it a natural fit for
festival, contest, or concert programming.
11686723 Band Set & Score . .ME 90.00
Battle Scar—Kyle McKinzey. Explosive
energy and dramatic contrast drive this band
work built around bold percussion accents
and forceful statements balanced by calmer
legato melodies. Straightforward notes and
rhythms keep the focus on interplay between
sections and sharp stylistic shifts rather than
technical demands. Efficient to prepare,
it's a strong concert option that delivers
intensity while remaining approachable by
younger groups.
11680198 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Beach Spring (from The Sacred Harp,
Philadelphia, 1884)—Benjamin Franklin
White/arr. Jon Bubbett. A warmly scored
arrangement draws from a hymn tune from
The Sacred Harp, inviting ensembles to
experience the heritage of early American
music. Expressive lines and rich yet simple
harmonies encourage lyrical phrasing
and emotional phrasing. The writing
balances depth with accessibility, giving
developing musicians space to focus on
blend, balance, and tone while delivering
a timeless, heartfelt concert moment that
resonates with both players and listeners.
11686725 Band Set & Score . .ME 85.00
Behemoth—Adrian B. Sims. This ominous
soundtrack underscores an adventurer's
search and eventual battle with a large,
monstrous creature. From the opening
distant lines to moments of pure adrenaline
and raw power, our hero constantly
embraces danger before a courageous last
stand results in victory. (3:00)
11568578 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Benediction—John Stevens. Originally
scored for brass choir, this marvelous
version for full band features flowing
melodies and counterlines in a rich chorale-
like setting. The solo part at the beginning
and end is scored for euphonium, but is
cued for clarinet, trumpet or trombone.
Great for teaching a lyric style of playing,
and also as an effective performance piece.
10095453 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Benediction (Flex Band)—John Stevens.
This beautiful lyric composition has
established itself in the repertoire for full
concert band. The arrangement has been
skillfully adapted for flexible instrumentation,
retaining the rich chorale flavor and flowing
melodies of the original. A variety of options
are available for the featured solo spots at
the beginning and end.
11401298 Band Set & Score . .ME 60.00
Beware of the Ghost Rider—Dennis
Eveland. Dark excitement surges through
this concert band work for Halloween,
packed with heavy percussion strikes
and bold, heroic melodies tinged with
eerie harmonies. A calmer legato middle
section briefly pulls back the tension before
intensity returns. It's a fun seasonal choice
when you want a piece that feels dramatic
and powerful while staying approachable by
younger bands.
11680172 Band Set & Score . .ME 80.00
Beyond These Horizons—William Owens.
Written in memory of two souls lost
too soon, this beautiful work serves as
a meditation on grief, love, and hope.
Lyrical melodies and lush harmonies are
combined to create an emotional work that
is achievable by younger ensembles while
still containing enough depth to engage
more experienced players as well.
11573987 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Beyond Words—Ruth Brittin. Expressive
lyricism and exposed textures define this
slow band work built around frequent
solo writing. Ongoing tempo fluctuations
provide a natural setting for teaching rubato
and ensemble unity. A striking middle
section features brass echo effects that
grow toward a broad impact, leading to a
reflective close shaped by warmth, balance,
and musical sensitivity.
11677895 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Big Things in Real Time—Jorge Vargas.
Bold and energetic, this Grade 2.5 work
explores the excitement of mixed meter
through repeated shifts between 5/4 and
3/4. Driving tempo, syncopated rhythms,
and striking harmonic moments keep the
music constantly moving while vibrant
melodic interplay pulls every section into
the action. It offers clear opportunities
to strengthen counting accuracy and
ensemble precision within an engaging,
high-energy concert opener or closer.
11684703 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Biofeedback—JaRod Hall. This pulse-
pounding work uses optional synthesizer
to create dynamic and sonically versatile
textures that will blow your audience away.
Highly rhythmic with a subtle pop-inspired
groove, it's a contest-worthy work that
breaks barriers and is sure to showcase
your entire ensemble without excessive
technical demands. (3:00)
11616435 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Bleak Forest—Andreas Ziegelback. Written
for smaller concert bands, the work
prioritizes tone quality, color, and
expressive effect over technical difficulty,
making it accessible while remaining
musically evocative. Inspired by childhood
memories of a dark and mysterious forest,
the music portrays imagined dangers,
whispered legends, and moments of
magic through contrasting sections. Finger
snaps suggest falling raindrops, while
later passages depict the tense but playful
journey home. The piece ultimately recalls
the wonder and innocent fear of childhood
imagination, where mystery fades safely
into memory.
11683946 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .ME 115.00
Blessing Wind—Yukiko Nishimura. This
stunningly beautiful lyrical work provides
a peaceful moment in our complex and
complicated lives, with gorgeous melodic
lines and perfect harmonic progressions.
Teaching moments abound for young
players at this level. Everyone struggles
with burdens from time to time – this
piece provides a hopeful moment sharing
in the beauty of music, calming the storm
that sometimes surrounds us. May your
students grow to be the people thgy hope
to be, following their true spirits. (2:50)
11568617 Band Set & Score . .ME 60.00
Blue and Green Music—Samuel R.
Hazo. The stunning artwork of Georgia
O'Keeffe is no more apparent than in her
famous 1921 painting entitled "Blue and
Green Music." Subtle and bold colors are
captured in this musical representation of
the artwork. Based on a single theme that
is manipulated and varied throughout, the
piece progresses from delicate mallet
percussion effects up to climactic impact
points for the entire ensemble. Ms. O'Keeffe
explained her idea that "music could be
translated into something for the eye." This
piece translates it back into something for
the ear.
10281804 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
