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 Developers LuminFire | May 18, 2022
What do you get when you combine a happy Calypso feel, your mallet percussionists, and a favorite Christmas tune? Jolly Ol’ St. Stickolas, of course! Starting off with a cool Calypso groove, the mallets soon play “Up On The Housetop” with a light accompaniment from...
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
“The Hope of Tomorrow” is a beautiful melodic work for developing bands. The flowing melody is designed to help develop skills in lyrical phrasing and playing in conjunct motion with fourths and fifth in legato style. This lovely selection is an excellent...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
Celebrate and praise this legendary composer! “Joyful Variants” is a powerful setting using the famous theme of “Ode to Joy” from the ninth symphony of Ludwig van Beethoven. This joyous work includes quotations of melodies from other Beethoven...
by barnhouse_client | May 24, 2018
Your beginning band students will sound mature beyond their years with this marvelous work from the pen of Japanese composer Naoya Wada. Bold and powerful, “Impulse Power” is the perfect overture for beginning musicians, using just the first six notes...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
Modern and spectacular, “Silver Light!” is guaranteed to be an impressive opener for your next concert! Together with optional piano, harp and extended woodwind parts for a larger instrumentation, Benjamin Yeo’s powerful scoring makes this a...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
Composer James Reese Europe, one of the most famous African-American musicians of his day, was called the “Martin Luther King of music” by pianist Eubie Blake. The first African-American bandmaster in the United States Army, Europe gained great popularity...
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...
by Developers LuminFire | Mar 25, 2021
Translated as “Sound of The Winds”, “Sonus Ventorum” begins with a dramatic opening for full band segueing into an energetic allegro section. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen musicians providing accessibility and...
by Developers LuminFire | Apr 13, 2021
Dedicated to William (Bill) Maupin, a friend and fellow music educator of Claude T. Smith, “Castlebrooke Overture” is a perfect piece to introduce younger ensembles to meter changes and a couple measures in 3/8 time. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to...
by Developers LuminFire | Apr 13, 2021
“Stone Mountain Overture” was beautifully written to ensure success with younger ensembles. The composition is wonderfully developed with captivating rhythmic themes and dynamics. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
“Good King Swings A Lot” is a fresh twist on the classic carol “Good King Wenceslas” for the Jazz Starters series. Not only a great way to start teaching swing style, but the four-bar solo section over easy changes provides a wonderful...
by Developers LuminFire | Jun 11, 2020
There’s no better way to start a concert than with a march, and there’s no better way to get first-year band students engaged and excited about music than with something fun! “March of the Penguins” is just what you have been looking for! This fun,...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2019
“To A New Journey” from the pen of noted Japanese composer Naoya Wada is a bright showcase for concert band. This upbeat concert work is characterized by the composer’s creative use of soaring melodies and exciting rhythms, with interesting and engaging...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2019
If you are seeking an uplifting way to start your next concert, look no further than the positive energy and feeling created by “Winds of Joy!” With every section of the band given opportunities to bring joy into the sound canvas, this piece provides an...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2019
“Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella: An Eventide Carol” presents a traditional Christmas carol with a twist. Todd Phillips’ setting of this 17th century carol from the Provence region of France is a memorable and fresh presentation of this beloved holiday...
by barnhouse_client | Apr 3, 2019
Are you ready for a toe-tapping blast from the past? Do you love the sounds of the great swing bands of the 40’s? “Swing, Band, Swing” for the “Jazz Starters” series lets your young jazz group sound just like those great bands of yesteryear....
