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Concert & Contest | Medium-Easy
A Tail of Revenge—Claire Petherick.
A familiar beginner tune gets a dramatic
transformation in this playful reimagining of
Hot Cross Buns, turning those three simple
notes into a full-scale epic adventure. What
starts as a nod to a first lesson quickly
becomes a dramatic tale of rebellion and
comeback packed with bold rhythms,
mischievous melodies, and tongue-in-cheek
humor. Familiar fragments peek through as
the music builds a story of bravery, attitude,
and not-so-fluffy determination, giving
new life to a melody everyone thinks they
already know.
11686064 Band Set & Score . .ME 90.00
Tambourin—Michael Oare. Light dance
style frames this band arrangement inspired
by a traditional French dance. A tuneful
melody circulates through the ensemble,
and a contrasting lyrical middle section in
minor adds an expressive contrast. Clear
writing supports balance, phrasing, and
stylistic clarity throughout. It's a useful
selection when introducing classical
dance character and articulation within an
accessible, engaging concert work.
11680839 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Teeth of the Mechanism—John Mackey.
This aggressive, high-energy work fuses
relentless rhythmic drive with industrial
textures and intense dynamic contrasts.
Mackey's first Grade 3 in years, this piece
showcases his signature blend of cinematic
tension and mechanical precision.
11627948 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . ME 135.00
Testimony—David Gorham. Exposed
opening lines for euphonium, horn, and
flute lead into an allegro section with
light, bouncy melodies and a central key
change in this band selection. The music
expands into a broad, dramatic close that
rewards expressive playing and ensemble
control. It works especially well for festival
or competition settings at the middle or high
school level for ensembles wishing to show
off expression and control.
11677921 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
The Curse of Tutankhamun (Flexible
Instrumentation)—Michael Story. Capture
the mystery and foreboding of the legend
of the boy-Pharaoh's tomb in this riveting
overture for band! Exotic, colorful melodies
spin a tale of intrigue that will take your
audience away to another place and time.
Based on the original programmatic work,
now available for flex band!
11638922 Band Set & Score Flex
Instrumentation for Winds,
Strings & Perc.. . . . .ME 75.00
The Parting Glass—arr. Robert Sheldon.
This heartfelt rendition of the beautiful
Scottish-Irish folk song is as playable as
it is expressive. The various instrumental
colors and unexpected harmonies provide
moments of warmth, reverie, sentimentality,
angst, and resolve that appeal to audiences
and ensembles with moderate to advanced
abilities. (3:40)
11568623 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Themes From Finlandia—Jean Sibelius/
arr. Caryn Wiegand Neidhold. The powerful
thematic material from this landmark work
is arranged here for young band. Bold
statements contrast with more sustained,
expressive writing for a dramatic arc that
remains accessible. A strong programming
option for introducing younger ensembles
to major symphonic repertoire through
familiar, stirring themes presented with
clarity and impact.
11687479 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
This Cruel Moon—John Mackey. This
terrific work is a wonderful adaptation of
the middle movement of the larger work
Wine-Dark Sea: Symphony for Band.
It's meant to represent the song of the
beautiful and immortal nymph Kalypso
who saves Odysseus, falls in love with
him, and ultimately loses him. The music
is very expressive, with quiet moments of
tenderness that swell to moving climaxes,
finally subsiding to close with a moving
touch of sadness and loss.
10766522 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . ME 165.00
This Great Legacy—William Owens.
A spirited Grade 2.5 concert march
with seamless transitions between 6/8
and 2/4 meters, rich harmonies, and a
strong melodic focus, this work offers an
excellent opportunity to teach march style
and changing meter. A tribute as well
as a teaching tool, this is a meaningful
and exciting choice for concert or
festival performance.
11622924 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
This I Know—Larry Clark. Interwoven
hymn tunes create this rhapsody for band
that blends fanfare energy, lyrical chorale
writing, and light staccato passages.
Jesus Loves Me; Jesus Loves the Little
Children and To God Be the Glory pass
fluidly between sections, with multiple
key and meter changes reinforcing style
shifts. The approachable writing exposes
developing players to contrast, phrasing,
and foundational ensemble technique.
11677840 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Three Ayres from Gloucester—Hugh M.
Stuart. Quite playable yet exceptionally
rewarding, this easy three-movement suite
is written in the early English folksong
style, and effectively captures the mood
of common folk living in the shadows of
medieval castles.
748269 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Through Purple Mists Ascending (flex)
(Flexible Instrumentation)—Ted Allen.
In this response to the Willa Cather poem
Prairie Dawn, an animated pastoral frolic
gives way to a setting of the bittersweet
Scottish ballad Barbara Allen. The
historical and literary connections in the
work provide opportunities for cross-
curricular lesson activities.
11622371 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
Through the Storm—JaRod Hall. The
winner of the Barbara Buehlman prize
in composition hosted by The Midwest
Clinic, this engaging work takes on both the
breathtaking majesty and the volatile nature
of the storm and its aftermath. Percussion
instruments clash and clamor, whipping the
melodic ideas from one section to another.
Tensions rise and fall as the temperature
begins to drop before the music sends
listeners charging to the eyewall. The piece
ends with a gentle whisper of air as the
storm subsides.
11399694 Band Set & Score . .ME 75.00
To the Moon and Back Again—Christina
Huss. Lush, lyrical writing creates a mature
sound for intermediate concert bands in
this expressive work that is nonetheless
quick to learn. Exposed textures and brief
solo moments provide a gentle introduction
to expressive playing, supported by subtle
tempo changes and a closing key change.
Well suited to middle school groups, the
music encourages attention to phrasing,
rubato, and emotional playing.
11677842 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
To the Stars—Joshua A. Hobbs. Brilliant,
fanfare energy launches this concert band
work inspired by the Latin motto Ad astra per
aspera – "To the stars through hardships." A
fast opening gives way to a slower, reflective
middle section before returning to a spirited
close. Clear melodic writing and contrasting
styles make it a solid concert opener with an
uplifting, aspirational arc.
11677926 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Tock—JaRod Hall. Expertly blending
rhythmic vitality with melodic beauty, this
enchanting young band piece at mid-
tempo opens with a delicate clarinet solo,
gracefully echoed by the alto saxophone,
setting a lyrical and emotive tone. The
percussion section plays a pivotal role,
with crotales and bells adding shimmering,
ethereal textures that dance above the
ensemble. Meanwhile, the timpani and
hi-hat provide a steady, pulse-keeping
foundation, ensuring a cohesive and
dynamic flow throughout the piece. Perfect
for showcasing the expressive potential
and emerging lyricism of young musicians,
offering performers and audiences an
unforgettable musical experience. (2:30)
11616401 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
A Tribute to Freedom—Mark Sescilla. A
moving and memorable concert selection
for middle school and developing bands.
Opening with a quiet, reflective atmosphere,
the piece weaves together stirring
fragments of Battle Hymn of the Republic;
Battle Cry of Freedom and America the
Beautiful. The music gradually builds in
strength and emotion, culminating in a
powerful and uplifting finale. Accessible to
young ensembles yet equally rewarding for
more advanced groups for any concert or
patriotic program.
11688687 Band Set & Score . .ME 53.50
Triton (The Lost Planet)—David Shaffer.
Gliding effortlessly through the blackness
of deep space, we travel to the moon
Triton in this concert band work. This
exciting Grade 2 piece ignites the musical
imaginations of both students and
audiences with vivid percussion, energetic
rhythmic development, and flowing
melodic lines. It captivates performers
and listeners alike and works beautifully
in any concert setting.
11686767 Band Set & Score . .ME 90.00
Troja (Troy)—Otto M. Schwarz. The
ancient legend of the Trojan War forms the
narrative foundation for this concert band
work drawing on Homer's Iliad and the tale
of the Trojan Horse. The story traces Paris'
fateful judgment, the abduction of Helen,
and the ensuing ten-year siege of Troy by
Greek forces. Victory comes not through
battle but through deception, as Greeks
hide within a wooden horse and destroy
the city from within. The aftermath leaves
Troy in ruins, with only Aeneas escaping to
carry the legacy forward into legend. The
story is perfectly conveyed in the music,
making for a strong concert closer for high
school ensembles.
11683936 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . ME 117.00
Turquoise—William Owens. A gentle piece
to honor a young student who selflessly
served her community during the COVID-19
pandemic. It is generally quiet and peaceful,
reflecting her care for others, but grows
strong, revealing her profound impact. A
touching tribute to a remarkable girl's legacy
and a celebration of her life through heartfelt
music. (3:25)
11568554 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
Twilight Tango—Gary Fagan. Dark tango
character shapes this Grade 2 band work,
immersing students in syncopated rhythms
and sharp articulations drawn from the
tango style. Latin percussion – including
claves, timbales, castanets, and many more
– replaces traditional instruments to give the
piece authentic color. Rhythmic patterns
are typical for the style yet approachable
by younger players. A strong choice for
introducing tango style to middle school
groups while building groove, coordination,
and ensemble confidence.
11680868 Band Set & Score . .ME 70.00
Two Movements from Lincolnshire
Posy (Flex Band)—arr. Michael Sweeney.
Featuring two of the most popular
movements from this cornerstone of wind
band literature, this mini suite consists
of Horkstow Grange and The Lost Lady
Found. This special arrangement will allow
bands of all sizes and instrumentations to
perform the music of this great work.
11105348 Band Set & Score . .ME 65.00
