by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
What a great way to start a concert or festival! This popular Latin motto is musically illuminated in this adventurous composition inspiring all to make the most of every moment with energy, passion and optimism! Valiant, bold and beautiful!
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Based on the 19th century Japanese folk song, “Takai-Yama.” Lots of melodic and rhythmic vitality for young band. Excellent for multicultural programming.
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
All the drama, excitement and color that we expect from this gifted composer predicated on non-harmonic passing tones. This advancing-changing-evolving piece recalls a quote from Marcus Aurelius: “Time is a sort of river of passing events, and strong is its current.”...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
The beginning tempo marking says it all for this exciting piece: “With energy and determination.” The strength of Zephyrus and the rhythm of his “Z” (Morse Code rhythm: long-long-short-short) are the foundation of this bold, dramatic work for young band.
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Plenty of Medieval pageantry and drama. A rhythmically vibrant dance tune in minor mode permeates this colorful band score. Young band music of the highest order!
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
A little march that’s big on nobility, brilliance and pride. The strong rhythms and a bright melody will engage everyone and bring a spark to your next concert or festival.
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
An exciting showpiece for band! Great opener—or closer—for your next concert. Lots of color and excitement. Grand proclamations from many sections in this great work!
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Noble in spirit with a nice mix of tonalities and harmonies for beginning bands. The great melodies and countermelodies for give everyone the opportunity make music. A wonderful first concert selection.
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
The “animation” comes from the vigorous percussion; the brasses and woodwinds provide the “suspense.” (Hundreds of suspensions – explicit and hidden.) Lots of variety in articulation, volume and tone color. A unique and wonderful piece that is out-of-the ordinary for...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
This delightful presentation is based on “Baises Moy” (“Kiss Me,”) a French folk tune dating back to the fifteenth centruy. The theme moves through the band as dialogues (antiphonies) between contrsting wind groups. There’s a joyful sound...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
This piece takes its title from an Irish jig of the same name. The melody is here set as a waltz and therefore prents itself much less forthrightly than O’Neill’s original tune. A delight!
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Bittersweet, gossamer sonorities for winds. Sure to evoke nostalgia and memories of youthful “hometown” days. Inspired by a poem. Gorgeous writing!
by Developers LuminFire | Jul 7, 2022
Amazing Grace is one of the most well-known spiritual songs known to date. Claude T. Smith cleverly created this band setting forming variations throughout. With Smith’s passing in December of 1987, this was one of the final works he produced. This flexible...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 3, 2022
“Zia, Zia!” is festive and lively, with all the flavor of a Spanish parade. Claude T. Smith has done a masterful job as he created this Spanish March. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians providing accessibility...
by Developers LuminFire | Sep 12, 2022
“Chorale Prelude: Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart” is a dramatic and beautiful setting of the well-known hymn Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility...
by Developers LuminFire | Oct 11, 2022
“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular song relates to Advent and Christmas. Claude T. Smith expanded upon the...
by Developers LuminFire | Oct 13, 2022
Finale from “A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols” centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encore piece for a winter concert. This flexible arrangement allows...
by Developers LuminFire | May 15, 2023
This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as “O Come, All Ye Faithful”, is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a symphonic prelude that continually pleases the performers and...
by Developers LuminFire | May 15, 2023
The original of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith’s most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The Andante section is a beautiful contrast to the main theme occurring in...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 4, 2023
Claude T. Smith’s setting of For The Beauty Of The Earth as this chorale prelude develops the original hymn by Conrad Kocher. It celebrates our beautiful Earth, the skies above us, and the joy of loving one another. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 7, 2023
“America The Beautiful” continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation’s extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, without triumphalism. Claude T. Smith’s arrangement of this...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
