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Concert & Contest | Beginning Band
Feature Syncopation—Davide Pedrazzini.
An energetic and syncopated piece with a
lyrical contrasting section for beginning
concert band. At one point, all musicians
perform body percussion accompanied by
the percussion section to create a theatrical
and engaging moment. Rhythmic training
combined with an entertaining performance
for players and audiences alike!
11687452 Band Set & Score . . . B 60.00
Festivale—Linda M. Bange. Bouncing
with infectious rhythmic energy and playful
percussion wizardry that keeps young
musicians on their toes, this beginning
band piece features drum stick clicks,
maracas, and cowbell that dance across
the ensemble, creating quirky textures that
spark joy and curiosity. Players sharpen their
rhythm chops and articulation skills while
exploring modal colors that feel refreshingly
different. It's the kind of piece that gets
stuck in your head, delights audiences,
and reminds everyone why making music
together is pure fun. A spirited concert piece
for elementary ensembles.
11688694 Band Set & Score . . . B 53.50
Going Rogue—Brian Balmages. The plan
is set. The team is assembled. Everything is
in motion – until one person goes rogue in
a brazen attempt to keep everyone else out
of harm's way. Will they save the mission,
or will they jeopardize the entire team? Only
time will tell. A high-stakes adventure with
incredible harmonies and colors, yet very
playable by first-year students! (1:45)
11568561 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Iron and Steam—Christina Huss. Inspired
by the Golden Age of Railroads in the late
19th century, this beginning band work is
filled with industrial energy and historical
imagery. Using only the first six notes of
the concert B-flat scale, the writing gets its
complexity from the use of driving rhythms,
train whistle effects, and percussive
hammer-like sounds from percussion
players to bring the steam age vividly to life.
11677909 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Little Samba—Chris Clark. Samba
rhythms bring immediate energy to this
beginning concert band work built using just
five notes to keep melodic demands secure.
Shaker, claves, guiro, and a featured bongo
solo spotlight the percussion section while
reinforcing steady counting and ensemble
cohesion. The short length keeps focus
sharp and rehearsals efficient. A lively
choice when introducing young bands
to Latin style, it celebrates early playing
success and rhythmic confidence.
11680190 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Mercury in Retrograde—Patrick Roszell.
A sense of cosmic mystery fuels this
beginning concert band closer inspired by
the illusion of Mercury moving backward in
the sky. Dark, accented writing contrasts
with a smoother legato middle, while
simple rhythms create a bold, mature
sound. Clapping moments add energy and
engagement, with low voices providing
a steady foundation through the piece. A
striking elementary-level closer that builds
confidence, articulation, and exposes young
players to dissonant harmonies.
11678229 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Monolithic—Sean O'Loughlin. Dark,
forceful sonorities introduce beginning band
students to intentionally dissonant harmony
in a controlled, accessible setting. Thick
opening chords create a sense of weight
before easing into a calmer middle section.
With only a few dynamics and articulations
to manage, the straightforward writing allows
young players to focus on listening, basic
syncopation, and ensemble balance while
the energetic percussion adds extra impact.
11677831 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Night Wolf—Ricardo Stevens. A
mysterious tone makes this beginning band
piece a strong fit for ensembles looking
for an atmospheric concert closer. Simple
rhythms and limited ranges keep the notes
accessible, while dynamic and stylistic
contrasts help students practice expressive
shaping. The melodic lines evoke a
nocturnal hunt, giving beginners a chance
to work on basic ensemble skills within a
dramatic, story-driven framework.
11644433 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Pixels—Randall Standridge. Level up
your young band's concert experience with
this playful and energetic work inspired
by classic video game music. Centered
around the first six notes commonly
taught in beginning band, the piece also
introduces concert D, E natural, and G in
a fun and accessible way. Staccato eighth
notes, musical "pixels," and driving rhythms
help build a colorful eight-bit soundscape
enhanced by an optional digital acoustic
backing track. Flexible endings make this a
versatile and exciting addition to any young
band concert.
11622893 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Rainforest—Robert Buckley. Experience
the sounds of the rainforest. This fun and
creative work for beginning band opens and
closes with an aleatoric section that features
rainsticks, finger snaps, and random notes.
The gentle melody uses only the first six
notes of the B-flat scale and teaches legato
playing and dotted quarter-note rhythms. An
excellent choice for your band's first concert.
11617926 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Recharge—Adrian B. Sims. An initial
burst of energy charges back up over time.
After a short, softer section, brass fanfares
and intense rhythms ramp up to ultimate
intensity, when the music concludes with
one final swell to the end. (1:45)
11616362 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Renegade—Philip Rayment. Energetic
writing and classical references shape this
beginning band work for young players.
Quotations from Beethoven's "Moonlight"
Sonata, Symphony No. 5, Symphony No.
7, Symphony No. 9, and Für Elise appear
throughout, ranging from subtle to overt.
Familiar themes pass through all sections,
keeping interest high. A strong concert
option for introducing developing ensembles
to major classical repertoire while
maintaining excitement and accessibility.
11686653 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
The Renegade—Michael Kamuf. Rock-
style energy gives beginning band students
a chance to sound confident using just six
pitches (concert B-flat to G). Every section
takes on melodic or countermelodic material
supported by a drum-set-style groove built
from individual players on hi-hat, snare,
and bass drum. Accents and tied rhythms
introduce essential concepts within an
upbeat framework. A strong teaching piece
when you want early players engaged,
successful, and learning core rehearsal
skills in a fun setting.
11680841 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Serenity—Ryan Meeboer. With a calm,
peaceful character, this beginning band
work offers rare expressive focus at the
early level. Slow pacing and lyrical writing
introduce young players to sustained tone,
air support, and basic musical shaping
without technical strain. The simplicity
allows students to listen and play musically
together – a valuable concert selection for
building expressive confidence and control
from the very start of your band program.
11686654 Band Set & Score . . . B 50.00
Shipwreck's Curse—Brian Chance. Driving
energy "anchors" this beginning concert band
piece built around simple scalar writing that
helps young players become comfortable
with minor tonalities. A brief lyrical middle
section offers contrast before returning to the
forward motion that makes it a strong closer
for elementary concerts.
11672180 Band Set & Score . . . B 45.00
Solar Storm—Brian Chance. Dynamic
shaping and contrasting articulations are
the main focus of this beginning band work.
Notes and ranges stay limited so students
can focus on the piece's concepts, and
the wide variety of percussion parts keeps
larger sections involved. A strong concert
closer for first-year players.
11665160 Band Set & Score . . . B 45.00
Spartan's Chariot—Chris Ferguson. Race
through ancient Sparta in a golden chariot
in this beginning band piece, bringing an
ancient world to life through the inspiration
of the gods and goddesses looking down
from above. With accessible parts and
comfortable ranges, this piece is a strong
choice for your band's first performance.
11687474 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Starfire Alpha—Randall Standridge.
Launch your beginning band musicians
into this addition to the Starfire Series with
an exciting and accessible introduction to
compound meter. Set in 6/8 and in C minor,
this work uses only four distinct rhythmic
patterns and the first six notes typically
taught in beginning band, making it ideal
for early success while sounding bold and
dramatic. Named for the homeworld of
the Galactic Empire, this combines active
percussion, driving energy, and melodic
moments for every section. A strong
teaching piece and engaging performance
selection, it serves as a confident first step
into the world of 6/8 and into the expanding
Starfire universe.
11684738 Band Set & Score . . . B 55.00
Step by Step—Brian West. This beginning
band piece reflects the steady rhythm and
forward momentum of walking the Robert
Louis Stevenson Trail in southern France.
The music focuses on steady tempo and
simple rhythmic figures tossed around
the ensemble while reinforcing stepwise
melodies that capture the physical and
mental experience of a long journey
powered by resilience and steady resolve.
11686071 Band Set & Score . . . B 75.00
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