Lighter Selections for Concert Band

Aliens are attacking! From the attic? Yep, there are invaders from outer space hiding in the attic, and it's time to run for your lives! Beginning students will absolutely love this creative work with all

Cartoon chaos abounds in this show-stopper! Inspired by the music of Carl Stalling, the master of cartoon music, this work acts as the score to a "lost" episode. A lone hunter chases his longtime adversary

A lyrical piece with a little bit of motion that conveys both a sense of mystery and longing. The use of a flat five in the melody makes for some nice ear-gripping moments. 

Here's a groovy original work that is a fresh addition to the concert band repertoire and introduces young musicians to the blues scale. Vibes, muted trumpet, alto sax, clarinet, and flute create a cool

This is a handy utility piece to have your music library. It's always someone's birthday and there can always be a party! Use this when someone in the band has a birthday, or have it ready for someone

Sail the high seas in this exciting work for beginning band! Written to sound much more mature than a beginning work, this exciting adventure in 3/4 time only uses seven different rhythms and a six-note

Embark on a rhythmic expedition with this captivating piece skillfully crafted for developing bands. Introducing students to 6/8 time through an exciting pirate-themed adventure, the lively percussive

A great technical showcase that is fun and entertaining. Whimsical melodies, whirling eighth note lines, crisp and punchy hits and campy yet well scored percussion effects combine to create this fresh work

This unique works slithers around with twirling chromatic lines that are sure to keep players on their toes! Imagine the hiss of a cobra in a trance as it dances around the room in this clever and

Written in a style reminiscent of Edvard Grieg's March of the Dwarves, this masterful work utilizes playful themes, creative harmonies, chromatic scales, and very colorful orchestrations

The low brass and low woodwinds are brought right to the fore in this driving and high-energy original work. Young brass players will have the opportunity to expand their lower range, and lots of great

An outstanding trombone section feature for beginning students - the rest of the ensemble enjoys interesting and engaging parts, and the open fourth harmonies as well as the gong add of a hint of Far

Fun and spooky with creepy colors - this piece is an effective way to reinforce tempo changes, articulations, dynamics, harmonic minor scale, and counting. A fun and engaging addition to your Halloween,

A light and fun piece that gives players a chance to step outside the box with some unconventional instruments... kazoos! Multiple meter changes add to the excitement and excellent unison rhythm scoring

Let all of the sections take center stage - especially the low brass - with this fun tune for beginning band. Players and concertgoers will be tapping their toes to the simple rock groove as well as the