The Viking

by | May 23, 2022

Karl L. King’s “The Viking March,” most famous as the Indiana University fight song, is now available in a trombone ensemble (six-part) arranged by Wesley Ballenger. This outstanding march is a great showpiece for low brass, with exciting parts for all players. Scored...

Coffee and Castanets

by | Apr 4, 2018

An outstanding jazz samba with an almost Brazilian flavor. Very povacative melody line with exceptional interludes and backgrounds. This is simply an excellent chart that continues to be a top seller in the Barnhouse catalog year after year.

Swamp Water Blues

by | Apr 4, 2018

As the name suggests, a down and dirty blues with a good medium tempo persistent quarter note feel reminiscent of an older R&B sound on top of a modern, rhythm section groove. Solo for Trombone. Your band will love it!

Invictus

by | Apr 3, 2018

A ponderous and dramatic march from the “King” of all march composers! Composed for King’s friend Merle Evans, bandmaster for the Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus, “Invictus” (which means “unconquerable”) lives up to its title! After a ponderous minor-key...

The First Christmas Gig

by | Jun 30, 2018

The arrangements in the “gig” series are geared for players with little combo playing experience. The Keyboard & C Instrument Book is divided into 3 lines. The top stave is the C instrument part for flute, vibes, lead guitar, or other C instruments. The bottom 2...

Engine #9

by | Apr 4, 2018

Raw and brutal rock n’ roll energy from start to finish. An incredible chart by Les Hooper that will steal the show at any concert or contest performance. One of the boldest big band rock charts ever written and it’s not as difficult as it sounds. If you are looking...

Louisiana Be-Bop

by | Apr 4, 2018

An outstanding funk/rock chart from the pen of Les Hooper with be-bop melodic lines. Your band will love this creative composition. VERY HOT!

Tokyo Skyscraper

by | Apr 4, 2024

Towering buildings define the skyline of large cities and create an instant identity for these metroplexes. “Tokyo Skyscraper” colorfully depicts the skyscape of Japan’s largest city. Bold melodies, energetic rhythms, and unique modulations make this an outstanding...

Evening Shadows

by | Apr 4, 2024

While Karl King is best known for his marches, he also composed over 100 works in other styles – including many beautiful lyrical works. His “Evening Shadows” Serenade features flowing melodies that serve not only as excellent teaching material, but also a pleasing...

March Of Freedom

by | Apr 4, 2024

Throughout the history of composing marches, Karl King has provided an endless list of original works for conductors, musicians, and audiences throughout the world. Well-crafted themes, strong counter-melodies, and interesting percussion parts are all a trademark of...

The Quest

by | Apr 4, 2024

Here’s an impressive and dramatic anthem for winds and percussion from the pen of David Holsinger! “The Quest” was originally conceived as a processional, but evolved into a full-scale celebratory masterwork, on a classic Holsinger harmonic soundscape. Soaring brass...

Whimsey

by | Apr 4, 2024

Perhaps no piece of music is more aptly titled than David Holsinger’s “Whimsey.” This quirky and enjoyable piece mixes meters, unusual melodic lines, some unexpected key changes, fascinating rhythms (to coin a phrase), and great fun from start to finish! A delightful...

Overture For A Mystery

by | Apr 4, 2024

Veteran composer David Holsinger’s “Overture To A Mystery” pays homage to the classic mystery thrillers, crime novels, film noir movies, and pulp magazine serials in his charming and impeccable style. Everybody in the band is a “suspect” in this musical “whodunit.”...

The Attorney General

by | Apr 4, 2024

Here’s a Karl King march that is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! “The Attorney General” has all the hallmarks of great King marches – tuneful melodies, exciting countermelodies, and that unique sound you’ll only find in a “Kingtune!” Exciting parts for all sections of the...

Salsa Ye Merry

by | Apr 4, 2024

“Salsa Ye Merry” combines a traditional Cuban “montuno” (a syncopated rhythmic pattern with a decidedly Latin feel) with the classic Christmas carol “God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman.” Young jazz players will really get into this infectious groove. A four-measure solo...

Tales Of An Epic Adventure

by | May 8, 2023

“Tales Of An Epic Adventure” is an original concert work from the pen of Naoya Wada that exudes anticipation and joy! Drawing on harmonies reminiscent of pop/rock music, delightfully syncopated melodies make this a vibrant and colorful selection for...

The Meeting Place

by | May 8, 2023

Canadian composer Kenley Kristofferson was commissioned to write “The Meeting Place,” a work depicting the connection between people and the warmth and security of a shared space – in this case, the band room. The music celebrates these places which can...

Excelsior

by | May 8, 2023

Raise your baton and prepare yourself for a rewarding highlight moment as you conduct Karl King’s celebrated galop, aptly titled Excelsior. Your musicians will marvel at the clever writing style that is incorporated throughout the entire piece. And let us not forget...

L’Arco Della Vita

by | May 8, 2023

Composer David Holsinger’s insightful view of the “Arc of Life” is brought to musical life with L’Arco Della Vita. Departing from usual compositional styles, this work is set on the framework of piano and melodic percussion, presenting a series of ever-winding...

Downtown Scherzo

by | May 8, 2023

David Holsinger’s Downtown Scherzo represents a departure in style for this composer who is well-known for aggressive and volatile musical styles. Originally composed as part of a larger orchestral work, the composer has extracted and adapted this scherzo which is...

Auld Lang Syne

by | May 8, 2023

Karl King composed his “Auld Lang Syne” March using the oldest song of friendship as the basis for the trio, but cleverly interweaves various Scottish folk tunes in this beautifully crafted march. Perfect for a variety of performance situations, this march has a...

Stick With It

by | May 8, 2023

Your budding jazz drummer will sound like a star on “Stick With It!” This “Jazz Starters” chart by Todd Phillips is the perfect opportunity to feature your drum set player, and the easy accompanying parts (written with limited instrumentation in mind) will come...

Prelude and Rondo

by | Apr 3, 2018

This on is on many contest lists. Unusual chord progressions establish a mystical mood until the arrival of a fierce presto agitato full of syncopated melodic material. Students will enjoy the jazz-like interplay between parts.