SKU: CL.CTS-7703-01

A dramatic opening marked Moderato Maestoso announces the thematic material for Concert Dance and Intermezzo. The dramatic opening quickly ends and an Allegro begins with solo Latin percussion instruments. The Allegro winds its way through the material, and then it transitions to Andante Rubato; where a solo trumpet plays the secondary theme. Once the slower section has played out, the Allegro tempo returns with a solo by piccolo backed by the previous Latin percussion instruments. Several key changes and volume variances provide a transition to the original theme. Smith combines several of these themes and fragments together for an exciting conclusion.

SKU: CL.CTS-7717-00

The second solo work with band accompaniment was written for Doc Severinsen.. A rousing tarantella-type ostinato in 6/8 with plenty of Latin percussion opens the piece, which then gives way to a beautiful Adagio showing the lyricism of the soloist. A Da Capo brings us to the beginning, and then Smith challenges the soloist with a very difficult cadenza. The band accompaniment is straightforward, however the solo part is very advanced.

SKU: CL.CTS-7710-01

The first of two trumpet solos Smith wrote for Carl Doc Severinsen. If you have a trumpet player par excellence, then this piece is for your soloist and band. It begins with a dramatic opening followed by an Allegro. Smith then weaves in the blues for the soloist to play a wonderful lyric melody first, followed by an opportunity to adlib with the chord progression. The accompaniment is a grade 3.5, but the solo is most certainly a grade 6. Also available for trumpet solo and piano.

SKU: CL.CTS-7710-00

The first of two trumpet solos Smith wrote for Carl Doc Severinsen. If you have a trumpet player par excellence, then this piece is for your soloist and band. It begins with a dramatic opening followed by an Allegro. Smith then weaves in the blues for the soloist to play a wonderful lyric melody first, followed by an opportunity to adlib with the chord progression. The accompaniment is a grade 3.5, but the solo is most certainly a grade 6. Also available for trumpet solo and piano.

SKU: CL.CTS-8065-01

Dark Eyes is a Russian Folk Song. This arrangement featuring Solo Clarinet with Concert Band includes a short cadenza and a slow highly embellished melodic section which is followed by a jazzy conclusion. A real audience pleaser which is fun to perform.

SKU: CL.CTS-8078-00

Cast as a pseudo-Chaconne, this set of variations on the popular tune Amazing Grace offers something new for your band. This new work features a prominent piano solo and accessible parts for each instrument. Also available for orchestra.

SKU: CL.CTS-7705-00

An exciting and energetic snare drum solo begins this composition with the woodwinds foreshadowing material soon to come and a brass introduction, which is concluded by a beautiful bassoon cadenza. Credence prominently features the percussion section, especially the snare drum and timpani. With plenty of time signature changes, Credence gives the educator an opportunity to explain non-functional major chords, polychords and chromaticism. A concert and contest favorite.

SKU: CL.CTS-7705-01

An exciting and energetic snare drum solo begins this composition with the woodwinds foreshadowing material soon to come and a brass introduction, which is concluded by a beautiful bassoon cadenza. Credence prominently features the percussion section, especially the snare drum and timpani. With plenty of time signature changes, Credence gives the educator an opportunity to explain non-functional major chords, polychords and chromaticism. A concert and contest favorite.

SKU: CL.CTS-7734-01

Bands will enjoy performing this Theme-and-Variations based on the English folk song Forest Green, which served as the music for several different popular hymns. Several opportunities for solos, this work is perfect for concert or festival. Enjoyable!

SKU: CL.CTS-7713-00

Joyance is a thrilling piece, which includes a delightful slow melody in 3/4, a trumpet fugato for four players, and an exciting ending. One of the few pieces where Smith uses a marimba. Joyance is a great closer for your concert!

SKU: CL.CTS-8056-01

Finale from A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encore piece for a winter concert. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.

SKU: CL.CTS-7713-01

Joyance is a thrilling piece, which includes a delightful slow melody in 3/4, a trumpet fugato for four players, and an exciting ending. One of the few pieces where Smith uses a marimba. Joyance is a great closer for your concert!

SKU: CL.CTS-7718-01

Translated Sound of The Winds, Sonus Ventorum begins with a dramatic opening for full band. This gives way to an exciting Allegro with trombones and saxophones playing the ostinato. The secondary theme is fragmented and foreshadowed prior to the second announcement of the first theme. The piece ends with both themes being played together. Great teaching elements in Sonus Ventorum include the 7/8 measure, and several rhythmic challenges as well. One of Smithâ??s signature works.

SKU: CL.CTS-7746-00

This spectacular Christmas medley is one of the composer’s most remarkable works. Commissioned by the United States Marine Band, with solo opportunities in each section of the ensemble, popular carols are combined in a style that is uniquely Smith. It has become standard repertoire for mature bands.

SKU: CL.CTS-8009-00

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. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as twelve musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound. *The posted recording is based on the full band scoring but aligns with the suggested preferences for either woodwinds/strings or brass suggested in the score.