March of the Space Cadets

by | Apr 3, 2018

In the great tradition of many excellent concert marches from the Barnhouse catalog. Taken from the LP recording, SOUND IN THE EIGHTH DIMENSION.

Emperata Overture

by | Oct 15, 2019

This is the composition that started it all! A classic of the wind band literature for concert and contest alike. It was something completely different, with its appearance in 1964. The band’s literature had not experienced the trademark 7/8 measures, which we all...

Declaration Overture

by | Oct 15, 2019

A terrific short overture written during the nation’s bicentennial and dedicated to Smith’s wife Maureen. “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...

Prelude-Variations

by | Oct 15, 2019

A quiet prelude begins this composition for three flutes and vibes accompanying the melody for alto sax. This melody is the basic building blocks for Prelude-Variations. An Allegro Vivo follows with variations on the original tune. The piece ends with original alto...

Dramatic Prelude

by | Oct 15, 2019

“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. “Dramatic Prelude” also offers an optional...

Greensleeves

by | Apr 3, 2018

The original edition of one of Alfred Reed’s most performed arrangements that provides a classic example of Reed’s arranging skills. Lyrical in nature, this wonderful piece includes many opportunities for expressive performances by individual players. Now includes a...

Christmas Songs of Praise

by | Apr 3, 2018

A beautiful setting of “O Come All Ye Faithful,” “Songs of Praise the Angels Sing,” and “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” make this an impressive holiday concert feature.

Three English Carols

by | Apr 3, 2018

Featuring “The Friendly Beast,” “Good King Wenceslas,” and “I Saw Three Ships” in a versatile arrangement that can be split into single segments or performed as a medley.

March of the Marionettes

by | Apr 3, 2018

Delightful, jaunty melody is famous as the theme from the Alfred Hitchcock TV show. Andy Balent’s masterful, easy setting has great audience appeal as it teaches and reinforces six-eight rhythm patterns.

Spiritus

by | Apr 3, 2018

David Shaffer’s Spiritus’’ opens with a bright fanfare and quickly settles into a trumpet melody that continually changes tonality. The lush, slow middle section separates the two outer sections. Flowing melodies, contemporary harmonies with careful attention to the...

Treasure Valley

by | Apr 3, 2018

Immediately following a lush opening this piece bursts into a melodically and rhythmically exciting allegro. The middle section develops a melody typical of Spears’ best writing. An excellent contest choice.

God of Our Fathers

by | Oct 15, 2019

This has become a staple of band literature. Claude Smith is well known for taking hymn tunes and creating wonderful pieces of music. Trumpet and trombone trios are featured in the opening statement, followed by free-flowing Rubato flute solo. A piccolo and bassoon...

From Foxen’s Glen

by | Apr 3, 2018

Exceptional contest or festival music for the class B or C band. This score has been built around two authentic bits of Irish folk music.

Kensington

by | Apr 3, 2018

First-rate contemporary music by one of America’s top composers for band. An all time best seller for the Class B & C bands which has been on every contest list in the country. Very nice!

Synopsis for Band

by | Apr 3, 2018

This is a highly effective work in a basic slow-fast format. The opening reeds signal a modal flavor which is retained throughout the lyric slow section. Fanfares in the brass introduce the fast section which contains many interesting contrasts in texture. A...