Winner of the 2014 National Band Association Young Band Composition Contest, 'The Haunted Carousel' was conceived as a piece for band utilizing the sound of a theremin, an electronic instrument often used in old science fiction and horror movies. The part is optional and all critical material is doubled with other instruments of the band. The theremin part is designed to be performed live on an amplified iPad with the GarageBand application. This is one Halloween piece your entire audience will be talking about long after the concert! (4:20) / Concert Band

(2012)On the Air for Symphonic Band (by Grammy®-winning composer Michael Daugherty) is a music fantasy on Arturo Toscanini who conducted the NBC Symphony Orchestra in live radio broadcasts at Rockefeller Centerin New York Cityfrom 1937 to 1954. Born in Parma Italy Toscanini (1867-1954) was internationally recognized as the most gifted conductor of his time famous for his definitive interpretation of operatic and symphonicrepertoire. In 1936 Toscanini wasforced into exile at the height of his career for his refusal to become part of Mussolinis Fascist regime. The 70-year-old sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to the island of Manhattan where hecast his magic spell upon all who heard him conduct.Under his baton the NBC Symphony was heard by millions of listeners and through his live radio broadcasts and recordings “Maestro Toscanini” became a householdname in America. Life magazine reported “The world knowsToscanini as a great conductor with a fearful temper an unfailing memory and the power to lash orchestras into frenzies of fine playing.” In On theAir Michael Daugherty has composed exciting music that captures Toscaninis tempestuoustemperament his musical intensity and the frenzied tempos of his legendary performances. Duration - ca. 6:00

‘Panem et Circenses’ Bread and Games were essential for keeping the citizens of ancient Rome in check. While the bread was meant for the poorest among the Romans the Games were Popular Pastime Number One for everybody.There were different kinds of games such as chariot races (especially popular with female spectators) or wild-beast fights where lions tigers bulls or bears were set on one another or even on human beings. Most popular however were the Gladiator fights. In ‘Bread and Games’ William Vean depicts one of the many fights in the antique Colosseum. 1. Entrance of the Gladiators: By powerful bugle-calls the attention of the peoplewas asked for after which the Gladiators entered the Arena at the sound of heroic marching-music.2.Swordfight: We can hear that the fights were not mere child’s play in this part.On the contrary they were a matter of life and death and were fought accordingly.3.Mercy of the Emperor: Sometimes a wounded gladiator could be fortunate depending on the mercy of the audience. Waving one’s handkerchief meant mercy a turned-down thumb meant no pardon. The Emperor had the right to take the final decision but he usually complied with the wish of the majority of the public. 4.Lap of Honour: Gladiators were mainly selected among slaves convicted criminals or prisoners of war. Consequently winning was very important as it would mean fame honour and sometimes even wealth. A lap of honour therefore was the winner’s due reward.

Ingeniously built on a single melodic fragment first stated by the trumpets the opening section of this very easy overture alternates between a bold full band statement and a more lyrical melody in the woodwinds. A contrastingslow section features a flowing melody in the woodwinds with trumpet answering statements before returning to the fast tempo. First published in 1984 this is a proven winner for beginning bands.

Written in 1943-44 as a ballet for Martha Graham Appalachian Spring is one of Aaron Copland's most celebrated compositions and winner of the Pulitzer Prize in 1945. In this edition for concert band Robert Longfield has skillfully adapted the most striking and beautiful sections from the orchestral suite. The work ranges in scope from delicate and soloistic to the overpowering force of the full ensemble culminating with Copland's signature setting of ?Simple Gifts?.A wonderful opportunity for band members and their audiences to enjoy this beloved music from one of America's pre-eminent composers.Instrumentation:Piccolo 4 x Flute I 4 x Flute II 2 x Oboe 2 x Bassoon 4 x Clarinet I 4 x Clarinet II 4 x Clarinet III 2 x Bass Clarinet 2 x Alto Saxophone I 2 x Alto Saxophone II 2 x Tenor Saxophone Baritone Saxophone 3 x Trumpet I 3 x Trumpet II 3 x Trumpet III Horn I Horn II Trombone Trombone II Baritone.

for Symphonic Band-Rio Grande (2015) for symphonic band is Grammy award winning composer Michael Daughertys follow-up to his iconic Niagara Falls (1997). The title refers to the legendary 1 250-mile river that flows from the mountains of southern Colorado to the Gulfof Mexico near Brownsville Texas. In Rio Grande the composer has created a powerful musical landscape that is magical and majestic. The percussion section comprised of timpani bongos woodblocks tom toms and bass drums creates a rhythmicundercurrent to an angular motif that is first heard in the woodwinds emerging high above the musical precipice. This jagged motif is passed on to individual instruments such as the tuba and eventually in various colorful guises to the entiresymphonic band. Reminding us of the long cultural history associated with the great river we also hear ghostly Mexican mariachi music echoing faraway through the canyons. In the coda all the musical material is combined to create a grandiose endingto our journey down the timeless Rio Grande. A resounding success at the world premiere given by the North Texas Wind Symphony (Eugene Migliaro Corporon conductor) Rio Grande should prove to be one of Daughertys most popular and performed bandworks for years to come.

From Munich-For the award-winning motion picture Munich John Williams created this poignant and emotionally charged lyrical ballad. Beautifully scored for winds by John Moss this arrangement will bring a stirring and tender moment to your next concert.

Vulcan for Concert Band is Grammy award winning composer Michael Daughertys first work for the high school and intermediate level college band. The work is a colorful homage to Gene Roddenberrys interstellar universe as depicted in the classicAmerican television series Star Trek (1966-69). The title refers to the fiery planet Vulcan home world of half-human half-Vulcan Mr. Spock. As the rational-minded science officer aboard the starship Enterprise (commanded by the hot-bloodedCaptain James T. Kirk) Mr. Spock grapples with the ?fascinating? predicament of making decisions predicated on human emotion versus Vulcan logic. Daugherty has composed stirring yet highly structured music that alludes to the Vulcan ?Pon Farr?ritual Vulcan telepathic mind-melds and the volcanic planet itself. At the the Ann Arbor Michigan world premiere (utilizing the combined forces of the Pioneer Huron and Skyline High School bands) Vulcan was an immediate hit and willsurely become one of Daughertys most performed works.

Bristling and dramatic effects folk-like melodies and cutting edge contemporary harmonies characterize Michael Sweeney's new opus for concert band. This movement covers a lot of musical ground and will keep your playersinterested and motivated with its musical excitement. Another winner from Michael Sweeney!

from Life Of Pi-From the award-winning soundtrack from the hit movie Life of Pi here is the main song in a beautiful setting for band. Featuring exotic percussion and a mixture of delicate scoring contrasted with full ensemble statements Teds arrangement ofthis haunting melody offers a unique and distinctive option for concert programming.

This vibrant work opens with a brilliant fanfare highlighted by woodwind embellishments followed by an exciting and spirited dancelike movement. In the tradition of festival-winner Summer Dances this composition evolves from a simple theme and develops throughout. A slow lyrical section provides opportunities for chamber ensemble work before the opening fanfare is reintroduced in a new and refreshing form.

Since his first successes in the 1990s the amiable popular singer Frans Bauer has grown into a megastar in the Netherlands. In Germany too he has a great number of fans. Although he is derided by many because of his schmalzy style Frans Bauer sells CDs galore attracts full houses everywhere and can be viewed in his own reality soap on television. In 2004 he was even awarded a Gouden Harp (Gold Harp) which is the most important prize within Dutch music. It is presented to artists and composers who have promoted Dutch light music in their own unique way during their career. The cheery singalong Heb je even voor mij (Got a Minute for Me) is a great top hit: a winner in everypub and at parties. This arrangement by Klaas van der Woude willput the musicians as well as the audience in a happy mood.