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Concert Marches | Easy / Medium-Easy
Stars and Sousa Forever (A March King"
Medley")—John Philip Sousa/arr. Timothy
Loest. Classic American march style
anchors this easy concert band medley
pairing authentic Sousa character with
clear, student-friendly writing. Familiar
strains from The Thunderer; Manhattan
Beach and The Stars and Stripes Forever
are connected by traditional percussion
roll-offs that reinforce style, phrasing, and
articulation. Rhythms remain accessible
while exposing players to countermelodies
and dynamic contrast typical of a Sousa
march. A practical choice for teaching
march fundamentals while programming a
patriotic or celebratory performance.
11680863 Band Set & Score . . . E 65.00
The Thunderer (Flex Band)—John Philip
Sousa/arr. Bocook. One of the march
master's most popular and tuneful works!
Here is this Sousa classic in an impressive
arrangement playable with virtually any
combination of instruments.
10084118 Band Set & Score . . . E 60.00
Wake Me Up for Band! (March)—Gabrielle
Wojcik. A march written especially for
the young band using many basic music
techniques. A variety of dynamics, key
changes, and styles offer valuable teaching
opportunities. The orchestration begins with
small-group focus that builds up to the full
band, allowing the musicians to listen as a
section and develop confidence together.
Correlates with Tradition of Excellence
Book 1, page 34.
11687171 Band Set & Score . . . E 65.00
The Washington Post—John Philip Sousa/
arr. Story. Sousa's legacy is formidable, and
it's because of classic marches like this!
Everyone knows the Washington Post, the
quintessential 6/8 march, and Mike Story's
fine arrangement reduces the technical
difficulties but maintains the integrity of
the original. You owe it to your students to
program this famous march!
2400646 Band Set & Score . . . E 62.00
Whirligig March—Matthew R. Putnam.
Traditional march form provides a clear
framework while chromatic melodic writing
adds an extra layer of teaching value.
Scored best for middle school concert
bands, the familiar structure supports work
on style, with accidentals offering a focused
reading challenge. Optional woodblock and
triangle parts enhance the texture, making
it adaptable to ensembles with larger
percussion sections.
11677929 Band Set & Score . . . E 60.00
Concert Marches
Medium-Easy
American Big Top—Brian Balmages. The
spirit of Charles Ives comes alive in this
wacky and clever American-style circus
march! Featuring snippets of many patriotic
favorites, a wealth of original material, and
layered harmonies and rhythms, this is a
highly entertaining and unique piece that
works equally well as a march, festival
selection, or closer.
10907715 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Amparito Roca—Jaime Texidor/arr.
Gary Fagan. This classic Spanish march
has been expertly recast in an authentic-
sounding edition for younger players. Brass
ranges and the instrumentation have been
modified while all the charm and energy
of the original remain. A most welcome
addition to band repertoire.
10052942 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Big River March—Jorge L. Vargas. Written
in traditional form, this march is a fine
addition to the developing wind ensemble
repertoire. Perfect for contest and festival
performances, it features a melodic horn
part, interesting low brass lines, and a focus
on the cakewalk rhythmic pattern. This is a
perfect introduction to march style!
11615348 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Big Top Melody Shop (March)—Joshua
Hobbs. This circus march cooks! Composer
Joshua Hobbs brings us a ripping and
roaring march that is guaranteed to dazzle
and excite your crowd! The only thing
missing is the flying trapeze!
11562289 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
City of Kings—Tyler Arcari. Traditional
march form provides a clear framework
for this concert band work inspired by the
legends of King Arthur and the court at
Camelot. Straightforward writing makes it
an effective introduction to march style and
structure, while frequent concert F-sharps
in the opening strains offer a focused
opportunity to reinforce accidentals. Well
suited to middle school students beginning
to explore classic march characteristics.
11677821 Band Set & Score . .ME 60.00
Declaration March—Carl Strommen.
Broad, dignified character shapes this
concert march written to honor the signing
of the Declaration of Independence.
Stately maestoso themes and clear
dynamic contrasts create a ceremonial
feel, and the accessible writing keeps
all sections engaged while projecting
confidence and pride. A practical concert
selection for patriotic events or programs
that balance grandeur with accessibility at
the Grade 3 level.
11687449 Band Set & Score. . ME 80.00
Dragonheart March—Enrique Ponce.
This delivers all the hallmarks of a classic
American concert march: snappy rhythms,
buoyant counterlines, and a trio section
that sings with lyrical charm. While the
title evokes courage and strength, the
music stays rooted in time-honored form,
offering bands a chance to perform with
style, precision, and pride. Perfect for
concert programs, festivals, and ceremonial
events, this march strikes the ideal balance
between tradition and imagination!
11635688 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Eagle Spirit March—Bene Davis.
Traditional march style anchors this
concert band work, elevated by expanded
use of accidentals, rhythmic variety, and
expressive dynamic shaping. The added
detail gives the familiar form greater
interest while remaining accessible for
young ensembles. A fun and flexible choice
that works effectively as either an opener or
closer, offering students a chance to refine
style, precision, and expressive contrast
within a standard march framework.
11640591 Band Set & Score . .ME 86.99
El Toro Bravo (Concert March)—Randall
Standridge. Bold and dramatic in character,
this Grade 2 concert march draws on the
style and spirit of the pasodoble. Written
in an unconventional 3/4, it preserves the
drive and structure of a traditional march
while offering a fresh rhythmic feel. Strong
melodies, vibrant harmonies, and sustained
intensity evoke power and confidence,
blending Spanish influence with accessible
writing for developing ensembles.
11684714 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
El Zorro Rojo (Concert March)—Randall
D. Standridge. This spirited concert march
portrays the lighthearted, mischievous
nature as well as the flowing and graceful
beauty of this wonderful creature, the red
fox. Vibrant Spanish harmonies and the
buoyant 3/4 time signature give this march
a decidedly stimulating and exotic character.
11001401 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Foothill March—JaRod Hall. Upbeat
dance-like motion defines this 6/8 march
for band, offering a clear and approachable
introduction to compound meter. Repetitive
rhythmic patterns build confidence in the
time signature as bold passages trade off
with smoother legato phrases. A bright key
change near the end delivers a satisfying
close. An effective teaching piece that helps
middle school players internalize 6/8 while
enjoying a triumphant finish.
11680854 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Frogwater March—Mark Sescilla. This
lively band arrangement of the classic
folk song brings a fresh and engaging
perspective to a timeless tale. Designed as
a Grade 2 piece, this features all sections
of the band, making it an excellent choice
to showcase ensemble unity. Its spirited
character and accessible difficulty level
make it an ideal program opener that
captivates audiences while providing
educational value for developing musicians.
11688695 Band Set & Score . .ME 55.30
The Great Rubber Chicken Galop—
Randall Standridge. The rubber chickens are
coming! The rubber chickens are coming!
The honking of artificial fowl adds humor and
surprise to this outstanding work for young
band. Balancing symphonic sensibilities with
vaudeville humor, the concert galop is mixed
with ragtime style and exciting percussion
writing. Designed to challenge and entertain
your players, this unforgettable addition to
the march repertoire will be all your band is
squawking about.
11622891 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
BEST
SELLERS
Concert Marches
Medium-Easy
Buy with confidence! These works,
listed in order of popularity, are chosen
most often by directors.
The Great Rubber Chicken Galop—
Randall Standridge.
11622891 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
Marche Diabolique—Brian Balmages.
10459831 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
Mil Estrellas (Concert March)—
Jorge Vargas.
11573959 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
La Fiera Asturiana (Spanish March)—
Michele Fernandez.
11581314 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
March of the Trolls (from "Lyric Suite,"
op. 54)—Edvard Grieg/arr. Brian Beck.
10093405 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 80.00
Amparito Roca—
Jaime Texidor/arr. Gary Fagan.
10052942 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
Eagle Spirit March—Bene Davis.
11640591 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 86.99
This Great Legacy—William Owens.
11622924 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 70.00
Washington Post March—
John Philip Sousa/arr. Balent.
2465383 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . 105.00
March of the Belgian Paratroopers—
Pierre Leemans/arr. Swearingen.
10033483 Band Set & Score . . . . . . . . 75.00
