by Developers LuminFire | Aug 23, 2021
“Tarantella” from Incidental Suite is the first movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. Claude T. Smith has elevated the basic meaning of tarantella creating engaging rhythmic interest throughout the duration of the movement. This flexible...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 23, 2021
“Nocturne” from Incidental Suite is the second movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. This work highlights a beautiful melodic line filled with lush and occasionally dissonant harmonies. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 23, 2021
“Rondo” from Incidental Suite is the third movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. This work is rhythmically engaging from beginning to end as the percussion establish the rhythmic motives that move and transform throughout. This flexible...
by Developers LuminFire | Nov 1, 2021
“Danza Sonora” can be defined as a pleasant-sounding dance. South American rhythms and melodies represent the inspiration behind this exciting work originally written for concert band. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as...
by Developers LuminFire | Nov 3, 2021
“Chorale and Allegro” captivates the imagination with a solemn chorale. As this lush chorale closes, the mood quickly transforms into an energetic allegro section filled with excitement throughout. Claude T. Smith concludes the composition with intertwines the ideas...
by Developers LuminFire | Dec 7, 2021
“Symphonic Variations on In Dulci Jubilo” promotes joy and celebration. ‘In Dulci Jubilo’ is Latin for ‘in sweet rejoicing’. The lovely choral beginning features the familiar carol “Good Christian Men, Rejoice,” and forms the groundwork for this unique setting of this...
by Developers LuminFire | Aug 22, 2022
“Greensleeves” dates to the 16th century as a traditional English folk song. Claude T. Smith created a masterful setting of this timeless classic providing many solo opportunities and melodic interest throughout all the sections of the band. The use of standard and...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Eb Alto Saxophone duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Eb Alto Saxophone/Bb Tenor Saxophone duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Clarinet duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Bb Tenor Saxophone duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Trumpet duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Trombone duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Baritone B.C. duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Flute and Clarinet duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
Trumpet and Trombone duet with piano accompaniment
by barnhouse_client | Apr 4, 2018
1st Part – Bb Soprano Saxophone OR Eb Alto Saxophone 2nd Part – Eb Alto Saxophone 3rd Part – Bb Tenor Saxophone 4th Part – Eb Baritone Saxophone
by Developers LuminFire | Apr 13, 2021
“God of Our Fathers” is based on the hymn with the same name and is one of the most iconic American Christian hymns dating back to the 19th-century. Claude T. Smith’s concert band arrangement of this hymn has become a staple of band literature. This flexible...
by Developers LuminFire | May 19, 2021
Concert Variations” was written for the Lambda Chapter of Phi Beta Mu and originally premiered at the Missouri Music Educators Convention in 1975. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
“Heralding Angels” is a regal presentation of the traditional holiday favorite by Felix Mendelssohn capturing the glory of the text with fanfares, trills and carefully crafted flourishes! The trumpet descant and percussion add to the majesty of this...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
“First Responders” is a bold and gallant contemporary march set in traditional format paying tribute to the brave men and women who provide the first assistance to those in need during natural disasters and numerous tragedies that are part of daily life....
by Developers LuminFire | Oct 7, 2020
“Declaration Overture” has a five-note motive in an opening slow section, followed by a driving Allegro where the original five-note motive is put through a series of variations. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten...
by Developers LuminFire | Nov 3, 2020
“Avondale Overture” is perfect for younger concert bands. Simple key changes, tempo changes, and one 7/8 measure provide appeal and interest for students and teachers alike. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians...
by Developers LuminFire | Nov 4, 2020
“Dramatic Prelude” begins with a “dramatic” fanfare, which is followed by an easily accessible melody; a del segno takes you back to the “dramatic” fanfare and an ending as exciting as the beginning. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with...
by Developers LuminFire | Dec 21, 2020
This is the composition that started it all! “Emperata Overture” is a wind band classic for concert and festival alike. The original publication of this work established Claude T. Smith’s use of the 7/8-time meter as his signature rhythmic device for instrumental...
