Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-8029-00

For Flexible Ensemble. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2021. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8029-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8029-00).

God of Our Fathers is based on the hymn with the same name and is one of the most iconic American Christian hymns dating back to the 19th-century. Claude T. Smith’s concert band arrangement of this hymn has become a staple of band literature. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen 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.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-7748-00

Composed by Conrad Kocher. Arranged by Claude T. Smith. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1984. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7748-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7748-00).

Claude T. Smith created a notable addition to easy literature in this impressive concert chorale. The dynamic subtilties and long tones make this a great teaching or warm-up piece. Appropriate for sacred or secular occasions.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-8068-00

For Flexible Ensemble. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8068-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8068-00).

This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as O Come, All Ye Faithful, is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a symphonic prelude that continually pleases the performers and audience alike. 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. *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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-8059-01

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Extra score. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8059-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8059-01).

The original of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith’s most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The Andante section is a beautiful contrast to the main theme occurring in neighboring sections. 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. *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.

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-7745-00

A Sea Fantasy. Arranged by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1982. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7745-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7745-00).

Claude T. Smith’s setting of this popular American folk ballad is brimming with lavish instrumental colors and effects. A memorable musical experience for both the player and listener.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7742-00

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1980. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7742-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7742-00).

Designed with less experienced bands in mind, this overture embodies the unique exuberance and creativity that made Claude T. Smith one of the country's most respected composers. An ideal piece for that first contest or festival.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7702-00

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1968. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7702-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7702-00).

A form Smith used frequently. Instead of a fast-slow-fast form, Smith uses slow-fast-slow. Following a stately Chorale, a gentle Allegro introduces the second theme. Chorale and Allegro ends with both the Chorale and the Allegro themes being combined. Plenty of rhythm changes and an enjoyable performance await you with this early piece of Claude T. Smith’s.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-8044-01

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Extra score. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8044-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8044-01).

Amazing Grace is one of the most well-known spiritual songs known to date. Claude T. Smith cleverly created this band setting forming variations throughout. With Smith’s passing in December of 1987, this was one of the final works he produced. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen 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.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-8003-00

For Flexible Ensemble. Composed by Ward. Arranged by Claude T. Smith. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8003-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8003-00).

America The Beautiful continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation's extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, without triumphalism. Claude T. Smith’s arrangement of this masterpiece generates a fresh take on this song reviving the hope we share for our dear America. 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. *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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7714-01

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Extra condensed score. Composed 1975. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7714-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7714-01).

This wonderful march includes the fight song from Chillicothe (MO) High School, Marching Hornets. Written in honor of Claude's great friend and co-teacher at Chillicothe, Bill Maupin. March Spiritoso is certainly a march that will challenge each section of the band.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-8020-00

Spanish March. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8020-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8020-00).

Zia, Zia! is festive and lively, with all the flavor of a Spanish parade. Claude T. Smith has done a masterful job as he created this Spanish March. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians providing accessibility and flexibility for numerous instrumentation needs, while still allowing a full ensemble sound.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-8012-01

For Flexible Ensemble. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Young Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2021. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8012-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8012-01).

Dedicated to William (Bill) Maupin, a friend and fellow music educator of Claude T. Smith, Castlebrooke Overture is a perfect piece to introduce younger ensembles to meter changes and a couple measures in 3/8 time. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten 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.

Grade 5

SKU: CL.CTS-7709-01

For Concert Band. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 1975. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7709-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7709-01).

Legendary composer W. Francis McBeth once said, If Claude Smith only wrote the fanfare to Eternal Father, he would still be a legend. Smith takes the Navy’s hymn as the basis for his fanfare. This famous hymn tune, normally in the major key, has now been placed in the minor key then transitions to Allegro Vivace. The hymn tune is put through its paces including several variations and two fugatos (one for the woodwinds and one for brass). A short transition,(including the famous 7/8 measure!) to the now well-known setting for French horn quartet, gives us an emotional rendition of the original hymn tune now in the major key. The full band plays the hymn, and a timpani roll takes us back to the original fanfare now in C major. A classic of literature and a composition which will provide a meaningful experience for musician and audience member alike.

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-7745-01

A Sea Fantasy. Arranged by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Extra score. Composed 1982. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7745-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7745-01).

Claude T. Smith’s setting of this popular American folk ballad is brimming with lavish instrumental colors and effects. A memorable musical experience for both the player and listener.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-8063-01

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Young Concert Band. Extra score. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8063-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8063-01).

Claude T. Smith’s setting of For The Beauty Of The Earth as this chorale prelude develops the original hymn by Conrad Kocher. It celebrates our beautiful Earth, the skies above us, and the joy of loving one another. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as nine 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.

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-8030-00

From Incidental Suite. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2022. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8030-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8030-00).

Tarantella from Incidental Suite is the first movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. Claude T. Smith has elevated the basic meaning of tarantella creating engaging rhythmic interest throughout the duration of the movement. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen 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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-8010-00

Sound Of The Winds. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2021. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8010-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8010-00).

Translated as Sound of The Winds, Sonus Ventorum begins with a dramatic opening for full band segueing into an energetic allegro section. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as fourteen 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.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7735-01

March. Composed by Farrar. Arranged by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2020. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7735-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7735-01).

This rousing traditional march will keep the toes tapping and the musicians smiling. Everyone has the opportunity to play the melody! A wonderful choice for a concert opener.

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-7703-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1972. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7703-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7703-75).

Grade 5

SKU: CL.CTS-7715-00

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 1971. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7715-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7715-00).

Overture Romantique begins with a pounding ostinato of low brass and timpani, which then accompanies a short, dramatic introduction of the thematic material, which then lends itself to an Adagio. The Allegro propels the band into a rousing section of woodwind runs, multiple meter changes and a transitional fanfare. The center section of the piece features an ostinato in 3/2, with alternating sections in 4/2 and 5/2. An appearance by the transitional fanfare is played, and music previously stated returns. One final hearing of the first theme, which leads to a marvelous Eb major chord, features the ostinato and the trombones stating the opening music one more time. One of Smith’s first virtuoso efforts for the concert band.

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-8042-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8042-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8042-75).

Grade 5

SKU: CL.CTS-7719-75

For Solo Euphonium and Symphonic Band. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2020. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7719-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7719-75).

Written for accomplished soloist Brian Bowman, principal Euphonium in the US Air Force Band, as a commissioned work under conductor Col. Arnald Gabriel, this composition is for virtuoso soloist and concert band. It calls for expressive phrasing especially through the Lento and Andante sections. Smith incorporates mixed meters and his signature 7/8 bar to create a dance-like lift. A concert showpiece that contains a challenging cadenza for the soloist. Also provided is the cadenza as performed by Bowman. Solo is grade 6.

Grade 5

SKU: CL.CTS-7701-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1969. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7701-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7701-75).

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7710-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1967. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7710-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7710-75).

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-8018-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2021. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8018-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8018-75).

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-7733-01

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Extra full score. Composed 2020. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7733-01. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7733-01).

Using the melody for 'Auld Lang Syne', this march is performed in three very distinct styles. Designed for younger bands, it will sound fantastic with your groups.

Grade 2

SKU: CL.CTS-8005-00

For Flexible Ensemble. Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Young Concert Band. Score and set of parts. Composed 2021. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8005-00. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8005-00).

Avondale Overture is perfect for younger concert bands. Simple key changes, tempo changes, and one 7/8 measure provide appeal and interest for students and teachers alike. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten 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.

Grade 5

SKU: CL.CTS-7715-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1971. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7715-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7715-75).

Grade 3

SKU: CL.CTS-7717-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 1970. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-7717-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-7717-75).

Grade 4

SKU: CL.CTS-8045-75

Composed by Claude T. Smith. Arranged by Earp. Concert Band. Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2023. Claude T. Smith Publications #CTS-8045-75. Published by Claude T. Smith Publications (CL.CTS-8045-75).