The title is the Latin word for silver, and this vibrant work practically shines with its brilliant sounds. The opening 7/8 section gives a nod to composer Claude T. Smith as it leads to a high-spirited

This work draws its title from the Cahaba River, the longest free-flowing river in Alabama. The outward dances are lively and busy, reflecting the growth and prosperity of the region, while the middle

As the title implies, this remarkable composition contains several references to the number five. The 5/4 meter is an obvious connection; more subtle is the clever and prominent use of the interval of a

With melodies reminiscent of fiddle tunes and calliope music, this is a true celebration of country life. The musical imagery gives a Ferris-wheel view of the entire rollicking harvest fair. With temple

Start or end your next concert with a decisive bang! Intense percussion, driving rhythms, memorable melodies, and careening shifts between major and minor modes combine to create a truly "impact-full"

Syncopated rhythms, fat chords, trombone glissandi, and a compelling drive make this an exciting work for bands. It can be played with as few as four percussionists, or you can assign a player to each

Inspired by the ambiguous 1922 artwork of Swiss-German painter Paul Klee, this dark piece depicts a powerful struggle between nature and machine. The haunting melody slowly transforms as the threatening

This robust set of variations is based on the rollicking old English sea song Spanish Ladies. The colorful music has a decidedly English folk song sound throughout that is unmistakable. Fans

Experience this celebration of the unique cultural heritage and history of a border town on the Rio Grande. The piece imagines a traveler emerging from the desert and joining a wild party. As it builds to a

A charming suite intended as a homage and stepping stone to the works of Holst, Grainger and Vaughan Williams. The three movements are based on traditional English folk tunes which include sea songs, a