March Misterioso

Partially inspired by Haydn’s Symphony No. 94, better known as the “Surprise Symphony,” you’ll find a “surprise” lurking in March Misterioso. Designed to stay in the technical reach of very young musicians, this clever work will also engage and entertain your...

Iditarod

Iditarod, The Great Sled Dog Race, is an excellent grade 2 piece that may be used for any occasion. It provides challenges for younger musicians yet retains the melodic and rhythmic material students and audiences will enjoy.

Lewis and Clark, 1804

Lewis and Clark, 1804, captures the musical experiences of the pioneer explorers using popular folk music of the era. The subtle changes in rhythms and colorful harmonies provides the background for the melodic material that maintains the audience and performers...

Juvenescence

“Juvenescence” is a great opener for any program or as a stand alone piece. It’s very accessible for most junior high through high school bands. The mixed meter will provide teaching moments as well as a break in the rhythmic flows that students will...

Legend of the Silver Knight

The Legend of the Silver Knight is a fictional story about the knight who faces many problems throughout his life .He comes across his biggest problem the fiery dragon one more time. After their meeting encounter, the knight succumbs. This melodic favored work is not...

An English Triptych

This delightful setting of three traditional songs from the British Isles will be an excellent additional to any program. Masterfully set to capture the sound of the Highlands, feature your flute or piccolo players with prominent solos.

Synergetic

Synergetic is a work that is sure to entertain the audience and develop students in the areas of tempos and dynamics. The driving rhythms, the clapping contrasts and the natural minor key will fulfill many curriculum requirements. And yes, fun to play!

Wind Castle

This wonderful work will capture every ones attention! The opening features eerie chords and wind-sounds and then transitions to the fast and driving Phrygian melody. The mood once again changes with a beautiful euphonium solo and climaxes to the dramatic Da Capo...

Miserere from Il Trovatore

1st Part – Bb Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone 2nd Part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd Part – Bb Tenor Saxophone 4th Part – Eb Baritone Saxophone

Serenade

Instrumentation: Bb Soprano Saxophone (or Eb Alto Saxophone) Eb Alto Saxophone Bb Tenor Saxophone Eb Baritone Saxophone Also included: INTERMEZZO from “Cavalleria Rusticana” by Mascagni/arranged by Holmes

Polish Dance No. 1

1st Part – Bb Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone 2nd Part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd Part – Bb Tenor Saxophone 4th Part – Eb Baritone Saxophone

Poet and Peasant

Bb Soprano Saxophone (or Solo Eb Alto Saxophone), 2nd Eb Alto Saxophone, Bb Tenor Saxophone, Eb Baritone Saxophone

A Night in June

1st Part – Bb Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone 2nd Part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd Part – Bb Tenor Saxophone 4th Part – Eb Baritone Saxophone

Quartet from Rigoletto

1st Part – Bb Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone 2nd Part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd Part – Bb Tenor Saxophone 4th Part – Eb Baritone Saxophone

With the Colors

Part 1 – Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone Part 2 – Eb Alto Saxophone Part 3 – Bb Tenor Saxophone Part 4 – Eb Baritone Saxophone

Life’s Lighter Hours

Instrumentation: Lead – Solo Eb Alto Saxophone OR F Saxophone OR Bb Soprano Saxophone 2nd part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd part – Bb Tenor Saxophone OR C Melody Saxophone 4th part – Eb Baritone Saxophone

Canzona per Sonare No. 2

3 Bb Clarinets, Eb Alto Clarinet (same as 3rd Bb Clarinet), Bb Bass Clarinet, Eb Contra Bass Clarinet, BBb Contra Bass Clarinet (same as Eb Contra Bass Clarinet)