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Concert & Contest | Medium-Advanced
Hold Fast—Andrew David Perkins.
Inspired by a Langston Hughes poem,
relentless 7/8 motion propels this medium-
advanced concert band work driven by fast
tempos, sharp articulation, and sudden
dynamic turns. Technical runs and shifting
textures place heavy demands on every
section, particularly low reeds and brass.
Precision, balance, and unwavering pulse
are essential throughout. A high-energy
concert selection, it demands rhythmic
accuracy and ensemble intensity while
delivering a fierce modern edge.
11682394 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 195.00
Homecoming—Amy Austria. A warm,
lyrical piece for band to convey the universal
experience of returning, physically or
emotionally, to a place we call home. With
hummable melodies and rich harmonies,
the music invites audiences into feelings of
nostalgia and gratitude. The colorful display
of the different timbres of the wind band,
melodic gestures, and a climactic conclusion
make this an ideal programming choice for
directors seeking a heartfelt concert work that
emphasizes band, blend, and expression.
11687454 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
Humoresque on Jerome Kern's Look
for the Silver Lining (With some extra
padding)—John Philip Sousa/arr. Loras
John Schissel. Sousa was so enamored
of Jerome Kern's tune that he arranged it
for his band immediately after it became
public. He included excerpts from There Is
a Tavern in the Town to gently poke fun at
Prohibition. His use of klangfarbenmelodie
adds both humor and sophistication to this
remarkable arrangement.
11684411 Band Set & Score . .MA 80.00
Images of the Sonrise (Tetelestai)—
Rossano Galante. Triumphant weight
and dramatic contrast define this Grade
4.5 concert band fanfare built for impact.
Bold brass proclamations collide with fast,
technical woodwind runs, while moments
of flowing lyricism and mixed meter
including brief 7/8 passages add unique
tension and release. Shifting textures
keep momentum alive from start to finish.
A powerful concert or festival selection for
high school ensembles ready to display
technical strength, rhythmic command,
and expressive depth through a work that
demands intensity and focus throughout.
11680811 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 110.00
Incident at Little Big Horn (for Symphonic
Band)—Leon Steward. General Custer
was not prepared on that fateful day in
the Black Hills. Intensity drives this Grade
4 concert band closer, with piano adding
color to a score packed with motion
and excitement. Multiple shifts in time
signatures, key signatures, and tempo
shape the narrative nature of the music,
creating a dramatic arc that makes the
piece a compelling, high-energy finale for
strong high school ensembles.
11648502 Band Set & Score . .MA 65.00
Infinite Trajectories—Mark Lortz. Joyful
themes and exciting momentum unfold
across three connected sections in this
Grade 4 work for concert band. The
three distinct sections, Belong; Grow and
Succeed, move from warm lyricism to
driving growth and a bold, triumphant finish.
Fast runs and expansive brass ranges
demand endurance, technical control, and
confident tone while maintaining expressive
contrast. Flowing transitions keep the arc
cohesive and purposeful. An effective
opener or closer for advanced high school
bands to showcase musical maturity and
ensemble unity.
11680858 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
It Is Well... (Flexible Instrumentation)—
This arrangement of the popular hymn
It Is Well With My Soul for high school
band is characterized by expansive,
expressive writing that gradually builds
toward a powerful impact. Scored for
six flex wind parts and six percussion
parts, the sustained textures emphasize
breath support, balance, and dynamic
control. Extensive pitched percussion
involvement and patient pacing create
a deeply reflective work suitable
for meaningful concert moments or
festival performances.
11678074 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . .MA 90.00
Journey Above the Tundra (Dance of the
Willow Ptarmigan)—Trevor Frost. Inspired
by a clucking willow ptarmigan, this playful
piece uses extended techniques to evoke
Alaskan birds dancing above the tundra.
A unique and lively closer for directors
seeking something fresh.
11636069 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 128.99
Journey to the Emerald City—Kelly
Bennette. A dramatic, mysterious opening
grows into fast, driving intensity in this
advanced band work. A more legato middle
section provides expressive relief before the
momentum returns, keeping melodic interest
spread across the ensemble. Low brass face
especially demanding writing as the energy
builds. An engaging high school concert
choice that enhances technical confidence
while offering clear audience impact.
11684415 Band Set & Score . .MA 85.00
The Land of Grace—Naoya Wada. A
symphonic work for concert band takes its
inspiration from the nickname for Venezuela.
Energetic rhythms and expressive lyrical
melodies paint a vivid picture of the country's
landscape and spirit. The music reflects the
richness and diversity of South American
cultural traditions, blending vitality with
warmth and color.
11687251 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 102.06
Let's Celebrate Life—Davide Antonio
Pedrazzini. Dedicated to the memory
of a beloved clarinetist, this advanced
concert band piece blends vitality, warmth,
and heartfelt emotion. A calm, reflective
introduction gives way to a lively, sparkling
section driven by rhythmic energy. At the
center, a tender clarinet solo provides a
moment of remembrance before the joyful
character returns in a brilliant, spirited
conclusion celebrating life.
11687277 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 102.06
Luminance—JaRod Hall. A reflective,
expressive journey unfolds for concert band
and piano, opening slowly before gaining
momentum while retaining lyric depth.
Frequent time-signature changes create a
feeling of freedom and flow, and prominent
mallet writing demands confident, exposed
musicianship. Gospel-influenced harmonies
support powerful climactic moments without
losing expressive warmth. A meaningful
concert or festival selection that challenges
advanced high school ensembles to balance
precision, color, and emotional growth.
11680860 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
Neon Canons—Jack Wilds. A blistering
opener for advanced band named for
its bright, colorful orchestrations and
canonic textures. The piece opens with a
contrapuntal section that builds over time
before peaking and transitioning into an
expressive melody. In the final portion, the
canonic textures return, building into a final,
frenetic push to the finish. A fun challenge
that rewards technical control and clarity.
11687461 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . . MA 100.00
Northumbrian Dances—Martin Ellerby.
Bring scenes from Northumbria to life with
this four-movement dance suite in a rich
variety of styles, keys, and meters – perfect
for engaging advanced students and
expanding their musical horizons.
11632860 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 120.00
Ouverture (Aiolos – God of the Wind)—
Peter Knockaert. Conceived as an opening
work for wind ensemble, this overture draws
inspiration from Greek mythology. Aiolos,
son of Poseidon, is ruler of the winds and
commands the four ancient gods of the
cardinal point winds: Boreas, Zephyros,
Euros, and Notos. Shaping calm breezes
and violent storms alike, this elemental
power is represented musically with
energetic gestures and bold sonorities.
11683961 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 141.00
Overture Grandioso—Taylee Jurekie-
Rofe. This overture for high school concert
band radiates pride, excitement, and
community spirit. Bright fanfare gestures,
energetic rhythmic drive, and sweeping
melodic lines combine to express reflection
as well as forward momentum. The music
captures the joy of honoring a rich history
while looking confidently toward the future,
making it a celebratory and uplifting concert
opener for any performance.
11686070 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
Pinnacle Winds Fanfare—John Dupuis.
Heroic brass statements and sparkling
woodwind flourishes create an immediate
sense of celebration and energy in this
fanfare for high school concert band. The
writing offers a focused technical challenge
for woodwinds, balanced by a softer, more
legato middle section that highlights finesse
and control. Designed as a concert opener,
the interplay between power and lyricism
makes it a strong choice for advanced
high school programs seeking a confident,
uplifting start to a concert.
11677916 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 100.00
Prehistoric!—Ed Huckeby. A concert work
that celebrates the grandeur of prehistoric
creatures through vivid musical imagery.
Opening in silence, the music grows from
a sense of creation and ancient life, driven
by a steady heartbeat pulse and moments
of awe and excitement. Playful, whimsical
passages depict the interaction between
humans and nature, contrasting with lyrical
music that reflects beauty, harmony, and
reflection. A returning adventure theme
at the close suggests that life's journey of
discovery continues onward.
11687263 Band Set
& Score . . . . . . . . .MA 102.06
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