Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 4

SKU: BT.DHP-0981118-010

Composed by Jan Van der Roost. Inspiration Series. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 1998. De Haske Publications #DHP 0981118-010. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-0981118-010).

This piece was commissioned by the ‘Concert Band Vlamertinge’ and is a plea for peace: the title translates as ‘Peace on Earth’. This is expressed by means of the vocal contribution expected from the performers. In various places of the piece you can recognize, the words ‘Et In Terra Pax’ - an appeal for peace - at first jumbled together but later more rhythmically structured, developing into synchronized massed voices.The work starts with a pentatonic theme based on the notes D, E, G, A and C (taken from ‘ConCErtbAnD VlAmErtinGE’ and the name of the conductor, NiCk VAnDEnDriessChe). A somewhat sad melody is developed during an orchestral climax which leads to the firstexplosion of sound (measure 62 onwards). Suddenly the opening measures are recaptured, albeit with a differently colored sound: the words ‘Et In Terra Pax’ bring the first movement to a close. A restless Allegro follows which abruptly stops and is replaced by a calming cho-rale-like passage. A narrator reads aloud the poem ‘Sonnet’ by the young poet Charles Hamilton Sorley, who was killed during World War I. This poem fittingly puts into words the cruelty and senselessness of war. After the expanded recapitulation of the allegro, the broad, almost infinite atmosphere of the beginning returns. Clarinet and English horn play the pentatonic opening theme once more, this time broadly, while the words ‘Et In Terra... Pax’ are repeated again and again by the rest of the orchestra.The composer has purposely avoided all forms of aggression and bombastic sounds regularly used in works about war. Fear of violence and destruction can be heard and felt during the allegro passages. The charged opening makes way in the end for hope: May peacefulness replace cruelty in everyday life, too.

Dieses Werk wurde im Auftrag der Concert Band Vlamertinge geschrieben und ist ein Plädoyer an den Frieden: Der Titel bedeutet dann auch ‘Frieden auf Erden’. Dies kommt unter anderem im vokalen Anteil der Ausführenden zum Ausdruck. An verschiedenenStellen des Werkes erklingen, anfangs durcheinander dann zu einem rhythmischen und strukturierten Synchrongesang vereint, die Worte ‘Et In Terra Pax’ wie ein flehendes Gebet für den Frieden.

Ein pentatonisches Thema formt den Anfang dieses Werkes, basierend auf den Noten D, E, G, A, und C, die dem Namen: ‘ConCErtbAnD VlAmErtingE’ und dem Namen des Dirigenten NiCk VAnDEnDriessChe entstammen. Während der orchestralen Klimax, die zu einemersten Klangausbruch führt (ab Takt 62), entsteht eine etwas traurige Melodie. Plötzlich werden dann die Eingangstakte wiederaufgenommen, wenn auch mit einer veränderten Klangfarbe; die Worte ‘Et In Terra Pax’ runden den ersten Teil daraufhin ab. Esfolgt ein unruhiges Allegro, das überraschend durch eine Choralartigen Passage voller Ruhe unterbrochen wird. Eine Sprechstimme liest währenddessen das Gedicht Sonnet des jungen Dichters Charles Hamilton Sorley vor, der im ersten Weltkriegfiel. Es findet für die Grausamkeit und Sinnlosigkeit des Krieges die passenden Worte. Nachdem das Allegro, diesmal mit einigen Ausbreitungen, wiederholt wird, kehrt die weite, beinahe unendliche Atmosphäre des Beginns wieder zurück. Klarinettenspielen zusammen mit einem Englischhorn das pentatonische Eingangsthema ein letztes Mal in ausgebreiteter Fassung, wobei das “Et In Terra Pax’ durch den Rest des Orchesters stets wiederholt wird.Der Komponist hat bewusst auf jegliche Form der Aggression oder bombastischen Vertonung, die in so vielen Werken über den Krieg zu finden ist, vermieden. Dennoch ist die Angst vor Gewalt und Zerstörung vor allem in den Allegro-Passagen deutlich zuhören und zu fühlen. Am Ende macht die anfängliche Spannung jedoch der Hoffnung Platz: Möge die Friedlichkeit auch im täglichen Leben die Grausamkeit verbannen….

Concert Band - Grade 4

SKU: HL.44002765

Score and Parts. Composed by Jan Van der Roost. De Haske Concert Band. Concert. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 1998. De Haske Publications #0981118-010. Published by De Haske Publications (HL.44002765).

UPC: 073999027655. 9.5x13.5x0.97 inches.

This piece was commissioned by the 'Concert Band Vlamertinge' and is a plea for peace: the title translates as 'Peace on Earth'. This is expressed by means of the vocal contribution expected from the performers. In various places of the piece you can recognize, the words 'Et In Terra Pax' - an appeal for peace - at first jumbled together but later more rhythmically structured, developing into synchronized massed voices.The work starts with a pentatonic theme based on the notes D, E, G, A and C (taken from 'ConCErtbAnD VlAmErtinGE' and the name of the conductor, NiCk VAnDEnDriessChe). A somewhat sad melody is developed during an orchestral climax which leads to the firstexplosion of sound (measure 62 onwards). Suddenly the opening measures are recaptured, albeit with a differently colored sound: the words 'Et In Terra Pax' bring the first movement to a close. A restless Allegro follows which abruptly stops and is replaced by a calming cho-rale-like passage. A narrator reads aloud the poem 'Sonnet' by the young poet Charles Hamilton Sorley, who was killed during World War I. This poem fittingly puts into words the cruelty and senselessness of war. After the expanded recapitulation of the allegro, the broad, almost infinite atmosphere of the beginning returns. Clarinet and English horn play the pentatonic opening theme once more, this time broadly, while the words 'Et In Terra... Pax' are repeated again and again by the rest of the orchestra.The composer has purposely avoided all forms of aggression and bombastic sounds regularly used in works about war. Fear of violence and destruction can be heard and felt during the allegro passages. The charged opening makes way in the end for hope: May peacefulness replace cruelty in everyday life, too.

Dieses Werk wurde im Auftrag der Concert Band Vlamertinge geschrieben und ist ein Pladoyer an den Frieden: Der Titel bedeutet dann auch 'Frieden auf Erden'. Dies kommt unter anderem im vokalen Anteil der Ausfuhrenden zum Ausdruck. An verschiedenenStellen des Werkes erklingen, anfangs durcheinander dann zu einem rhythmischen und strukturierten Synchrongesang vereint, die Worte 'Et In Terra Pax' wie ein flehendes Gebet fur den Frieden.

Ein pentatonisches Thema formt den Anfang dieses Werkes, basierend auf den Noten D, E, G, A, und C, die dem Namen: 'ConCErtbAnD VlAmErtingE' und dem Namen des Dirigenten NiCk VAnDEnDriessChe entstammen. Wahrend der orchestralen Klimax, die zu einemersten Klangausbruch fuhrt (ab Takt 62), entsteht eine etwas traurige Melodie. Plotzlich werden dann die Eingangstakte wiederaufgenommen, wenn auch mit einer veranderten Klangfarbe; die Worte 'Et In Terra Pax' runden den ersten Teil daraufhin ab. Esfolgt ein unruhiges Allegro, das uberraschend durch eine Choralartigen Passage voller Ruhe unterbrochen wird. Eine Sprechstimme liest wahrenddessen das Gedicht Sonnet des jungen Dichters Charles Hamilton Sorley vor, der im ersten Weltkriegfiel. Es findet fur die Grausamkeit und Sinnlosigkeit des Krieges die passenden Worte. Nachdem das Allegro, diesmal mit einigen Ausbreitungen, wiederholt wird, kehrt die weite, beinahe unendliche Atmosphare des Beginns wieder zuruck. Klarinettenspielen zusammen mit einem Englischhorn das pentatonische Eingangsthema ein letztes Mal in ausgebreiteter Fassung, wobei das Et In Terra Pax' durch den Rest des Orchesters stets wiederholt wird.Der Komponist hat bewusst auf jegliche Form der Aggression oder bombastischen Vertonung, die in so vielen Werken uber den Krieg zu finden ist, vermieden. Dennoch ist die Angst vor Gewalt und Zerstorung vor allem in den Allegro-Passagen deutlich zuhoren und zu fuhlen. Am Ende macht die anfangliche Spannung jedoch der Hoffnung Platz: Moge die Friedlichkeit auch im taglichen Leben die Grausamkeit verbannen...

Concert Band/Harmonie/Fanfare Band - Grade 1

SKU: BT.DHP-1053901-015

Composed by Peter Kleine Schaars. Flexible 4 Series. Original Light Music. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2005. De Haske Publications #DHP 1053901-015. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1053901-015).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.

As the title suggest this work offers the young musician their first opportunity to take the stage as a soloist. The solo part of First Concerto can be played on a variety of brass or woodwind instruments (parts in different keys are supplied) and is also particularly suitable for recorder. If one of your students can play 5 notes, First Concerto can be the first solo work to showcase their future music talent!

Omdat de solopartij van First Concerto speelbaar is voor blokfluit is dit werk ideaal voor het eerste samenspel tussen een blokfluitensemble van jonge leerlingen en een (jeugd)orkest. Dit heuse concertstuk voor een solist (ofsolistengroep) en een vierstemmig variabel ensemble kan echter ook worden gespeeld met andere instrumenten, daartoe wordt First Concerto geleverd in twee transposities. Wanneer u een solist hebt die al vijf noten kan spelenis First Concerto hét eerste solowerk voor dit aankomend muziektalent!

Gute Literatur für Anfängerorchester, die lehrreich ist und Spaß macht, gibt es immer noch zu wenig. Für diesen Bedarf komponierte Peter Kleine Schaars sein First Concerto. Die Solostimme ist für verschiedenste Instrumente spielbar - auch für Blockflöte - und wird in zwei Transpositionen geliefert. Damit eignet sich dieses Werk ideal für das erste gemeinsame Zusammenspiel eines jungen Blockflötenensembles mit einem Jugendblasorchester oder einem variablen vierstimmigen Bläserensemble. Die Komposition setzt sich aus dem 3-Noten-Marsch, der 4-Noten-Ballade und dem 5-Noten-Rock zusammen. First Concerto ist also das ultimative erste Solowerk für jedes aufstrebendemusikalische Talent!

Peter Kleine Schaars a composé First Concerto (“Premier Concerto”) la demande de plusieurs amis chefs d’Orchestres Vent. La partie solo est écrite pour fl te(s) bec. Cette pièce de concert quatre voix pour ensemble instrumentation variable est disponible dans deux tonalités différentes. Cela permet d’accompagner un instrument soliste (ou groupe d’instruments) autre que la fl te bec. First Concerto se compose d’une marche, d’une ballade et d’un rock.

Peter Kleine Schaars ha composto First Concerto dietro richiesta di molti amici maestri di banda. La parte solista è scritta per flauto/i dolci. Questo brano da concerto a quattro voci per ensemble a strumentazione variabile è disponibile in due tonalit diverse. Ciò permette di accompagnare uno strumento (o gruppo di strumenti) diversi dal flauto dolce. First Concerto si compone di una marcia, di una ballata e di un rock.

By Frank Ticheli. Concert band. Suitable for middle school and high school bands. Grade 2. Conductor score and set of parts. Duration 2:15. Published by Manhattan Beach Music

Part I, II, III and IV. Composed by Alex Poelman. The Best Original Compositions for Concert Band/Catalogue Master Works Vol. 1. Molenaar Masterpieces. Recorded on The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (ML.311080720). Full set. Duration 20 minutes, 58 seconds. Published by Molenaar Edition (ML.012792100).

By David Jones. Concert Band. Brolga Music Young Band Series. Grade 2. Score and set of parts. Duration 4:00

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1125310-010

Composed by Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden. Brilliant Marches. March. Set (Score & Parts). Composed 2012. De Haske Publications #DHP 1125310-010. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1125310-010).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.

The Trattamars (Tratta March) was originally written for ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, an ensemble of five, performing light-hearted musical acts for the young and the old. This march is played when the members of the group appear on stage. The Dutch composer of the march, Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, studied classical saxophone as well as band conducting and composition at the Brabant Conservatory in Tilburg. He is a baritone saxophonist with the Orkest van de Koninklijke Luchtmacht (Band of the Royal Netherlands Air force). He is also active as a freelance conductor and composer.

De Trattamars is oorspronkelijk geschreven voor ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, een vijfkoppig ensemble dat ludieke muzikale voorstellingen maakt voor jong en oud. Deze mars weerklinkt als de leden van het ensemble het podium betreden.De componist van de mars, Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, studeerde klassiek saxofoon, hafa-directie en compositie aan het Brabants conservatorium in Tilburg. Momenteel is hij werkzaam als baritonsaxofonist bij het Orkestvan de Koninklijke Luchtmacht en is hij freelance dirigent en componist.

Der Trattamarsch“ wurde ursprünglich für ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, einem fünfköpfigen Ensemble, das verspielte, leichte musikalische Aufführungen für Jung und Alt macht, geschrieben. Dieser Marsch erklingt beim Aufmarsch der Musiker auf die Bühne. Mit dem attraktiven Marsch des niederländischen Saxophonisten, freischaffenden Dirigenten und Komponisten Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden können sich die verschiedenen Instrumentengruppen Ihres Ensembles wunderbar präsentieren!

L a Trattamars a été composée, l’origine, pour un ensemble de cinq artistes, Il Trattamento Miracolo. Spécialisé dans des numéros musicaux destinés aux jeunes comme aux moins jeunes, l’ensemble joue cette marche lorsqu’il fait son apparition sur scène tel un indicatif musical. Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, compositeur néerlandais, nous livre ici une version pour orchestre d’harmonie de cette surprenante marche.

La Trattamars è stata originariamente scritta per “Il Trattamento miracolo”, un ensemble di cinque elementi che hanno nel loro repertorio musica leggera apprezzata da giovani e meno giovani. Questa marcia viene eseguita ogni qualvolta i musicisti salgono sul palco. Trattamars, scritta da Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, sassofonista, compositore e direttore olandese, offre l’opportunit ai diversi gruppi di strumenti del vostro ensemble di mettersi in luce.

Concert Band/Harmonie - Grade 3

SKU: BT.DHP-1125310-140

Composed by Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden. Brilliant Marches. March. Score Only. Composed 2012. 16 pages. De Haske Publications #DHP 1125310-140. Published by De Haske Publications (BT.DHP-1125310-140).

9x12 inches. English-German-French-Dut ch.

The Trattamars (Tratta March) was originally written for ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, an ensemble of five, performing light-hearted musical acts for the young and the old. This march is played when the members of the group appear on stage. The Dutch composer of the march, Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, studied classical saxophone as well as band conducting and composition at the Brabant Conservatory in Tilburg. He is a baritone saxophonist with the Orkest van de Koninklijke Luchtmacht (Band of the Royal Netherlands Air force). He is also active as a freelance conductor and composer.

De Trattamars is oorspronkelijk geschreven voor ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, een vijfkoppig ensemble dat ludieke muzikale voorstellingen maakt voor jong en oud. Deze mars weerklinkt als de leden van het ensemble het podium betreden.De componist van de mars, Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, studeerde klassiek saxofoon, hafa-directie en compositie aan het Brabants conservatorium in Tilburg. Momenteel is hij werkzaam als baritonsaxofonist bij het Orkestvan de Koninklijke Luchtmacht en is hij freelance dirigent en componist.

Der Trattamarsch“ wurde ursprünglich für ‘Il trattamento miracolo’, einem fünfköpfigen Ensemble, das verspielte, leichte musikalische Aufführungen für Jung und Alt macht, geschrieben. Dieser Marsch erklingt beim Aufmarsch der Musiker auf die Bühne. Mit dem attraktiven Marsch des niederländischen Saxophonisten, freischaffenden Dirigenten und Komponisten Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden können sich die verschiedenen Instrumentengruppen Ihres Ensembles wunderbar präsentieren!

L a Trattamars a été composée, l’origine, pour un ensemble de cinq artistes, Il Trattamento Miracolo. Spécialisé dans des numéros musicaux destinés aux jeunes comme aux moins jeunes, l’ensemble joue cette marche lorsqu’il fait son apparition sur scène tel un indicatif musical. Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, compositeur néerlandais, nous livre ici une version pour orchestre d’harmonie de cette surprenante marche.

La Trattamars è stata originariamente scritta per “Il Trattamento miracolo”, un ensemble di cinque elementi che hanno nel loro repertorio musica leggera apprezzata da giovani e meno giovani. Questa marcia viene eseguita ogni qualvolta i musicisti salgono sul palco. Trattamars, scritta da Matthias van Nispen tot Pannerden, sassofonista, compositore e direttore olandese, offre l’opportunit ai diversi gruppi di strumenti del vostro ensemble di mettersi in luce.

Composed by Jodie Blackshaw. For Concert Band (Score and Parts). BandQuest. Published by Hal Leonard

Concert Band - Grade 4

SKU: BT.EMBZ14493

Score for Symphonic Band. Composed by László Dubrovay. EMB Concert Band Series. Concert Piece. Score Only. Composed 2010. 56 pages. Editio Musica Budapest #EMBZ14493. Published by Editio Musica Budapest (BT.EMBZ14493).

9x12 inches. English-Hungarian.

This work was written in 2005, prompted by the composer's determination that young members of junior, music school and conservatoire wind ensembles should not be limited to transcriptions for lack of original compositions, especially contemporary ones. The new devices used in the Little Suite are suitable for student players to try out. Indeed, they enjoy them - for instance, purring or whistling into the instrument. Each of the three-or-four-minute movements of this four-movement work can also be performed separately. The titles of the movements are the following: 1. In cheerful mood, 2. Song, 3. Joke, 4. March. This music in modern idiom, full ofinteresting new effects, offers young players an opportunity for enjoyable music-making together, and at the same time prepares them for playing more difficult contemporary works.

Dieses Werk schrieb der Komponist 2005, für Jugendblasorchester. Jeder der vier Sätze dieser Komposition lässt sich auch einzeln vortragen. Die Titel der Sätze sind: 1. Gutgelaunt, 2. Lied, 3. Spass, 4. Marsch. Die in moderner Sprache gehaltene, mit vielen interessanten neuen Effekten bereicherte Musik bietet den jungen Instrumentalisten Möglichkeiten zum heiteren, gutgelaunten Musizieren in der Gemeinschaft und bereitet sie auch auf das Spielen schwierigerer zeitgenössischer Musik vor.

Little Suite (In Cheerful Mood, Song, Joke, March) pour musiciens décomplexés s’adresse aux Orchestres Juniors de niveau avancé, ainsi qu’aux formations la recherche de nouvelles expériences musicales. Il va falloir, siffl er, souffl er, ronronner, etc. Chacun des quatre mouvements (durée individuelle : 3-4 min.) peut être interprété séparément.

Little Suite si presta per essere eseguito da banda di livello avanzato come anche per tutte le formazioni desiderose di suonare un brano originale moderno con effetti sorprendenti. I quattro movimenti di questa piccola suite, In Cheerful Mood, Song, Joke e March, possono essere eseguiti separatamente.

Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS200

Composed by Matthew R. Putnam. Young Band (YPS). Set of Score and Parts. With Standard notation. 8+2+4+2+2+5+2+2+4+4+6+3+3 +2+1+3+16+4+4+2+2 pages. Duration 2:15. Carl Fischer Music #YPS200. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS200).

ISBN 9781491152201. UPC: 680160909704. Key: D minor.

Step right up, ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange, or “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a bygone era when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities. Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups and is a great way to expose students to the march form and style without sounding like your typical march.
Step right up ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange. Welcome to the Cirque de L’étrange, known in English as the “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a time of a bygone era, a time when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities that were sources of both delight and horror. While many of these sideshow attractions were deemed fraudulent, it did not deter the crowds from flocking to be shocked and awed. I have always held a special place in my heart for the showmanship of carnivals, because my grandfather dearly loved them. For much of his life, he worked at fairs and carnivals selling cotton candy and candy apples. A large portion of my days when growing up were spent running around fairgrounds and helping my grandfather with his stand. He imparted in me a love for the cunning, magic, and sheer joy that only carnivals and circuses can bring. In Cirque de L’étrange, I sought to capture the the mirthful, yet uncanny mood of the carnivals that I grew up exploring, thus transporting you to a different time.Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups, as it is a great way to expose students to the march form and style while not sounding like your typical march.Opening in D minor, the piece combines the playful feel of a march and a macabre tango. The second time through the First Strain (mm. 5-23), the upper woodwinds and bells add a second counter melody based in D harmonic minor, which heightens the peculiar nature of the piece. The Second Strain (mm. 24-43) by contrast, is a little more upbeat, thus evoking the magical ebullience of a circus, which is further highlighted by the xylophone part. The Second Strain ends in the key of F major and sets up the transition to the Trio in the key of G minor. The Trio (m. 44) begins with the G harmonic minor melody in the clarinets and a counter melody in the bassoon and tenor saxophone. The rest of the woodwinds and bells join in at m. 60 while the percussion adds a Gypsy-like feel with tambourine and triangle. At m. 76 the full band joins in the macabre parade with the trombones and baritones harmonizing the counter melody. The conclusion of the march has the upper woodwinds, adding a second counter melody complete with trills to bring the march to an exciting and dramatic finish.As the World’s Greatest Showman, P.T. Barnum, a man my grandfather greatly admired, once said “The noblest art is that of making others happy.” It is my hope that through this piece you will experience the thrill, delight, and fright that only carnivals can bring as you visit the Circus of the Strange!

Band Concert Band - Grade 2

SKU: CF.YPS200F

Composed by Matthew R. Putnam. Young Band (YPS). Full score. With Standard notation. 16 pages. Carl Fischer Music #YPS200F. Published by Carl Fischer Music (CF.YPS200F).

ISBN 9781491152881. UPC: 680160910380.

Step right up, ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange, or “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a bygone era when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities. Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups and is a great way to expose students to the march form and style without sounding like your typical march.
Step right up ladies and gentleman, boys and girls, step right up! See the exotic, the strange, and the magical at the Cirque de L’étrange. Welcome to the Cirque de L’étrange, known in English as the “Circus of the Strange.” This piece evokes a time of a bygone era, a time when circuses and carnivals provided people from all walks of life a chance to see human and animal oddities that were sources of both delight and horror. While many of these sideshow attractions were deemed fraudulent, it did not deter the crowds from flocking to be shocked and awed. I have always held a special place in my heart for the showmanship of carnivals, because my grandfather dearly loved them. For much of his life, he worked at fairs and carnivals selling cotton candy and candy apples. A large portion of my days when growing up were spent running around fairgrounds and helping my grandfather with his stand. He imparted in me a love for the cunning, magic, and sheer joy that only carnivals and circuses can bring. In Cirque de L’étrange, I sought to capture the the mirthful, yet uncanny mood of the carnivals that I grew up exploring, thus transporting you to a different time.Cirque de L'étrange is an original concert march written in standard march form, but its sound is anything but standard. This piece is playable by younger groups, as it is a great way to expose students to the march form and style while not sounding like your typical march.Opening in D minor, the piece combines the playful feel of a march and a macabre tango. The second time through the First Strain (mm. 5-23), the upper woodwinds and bells add a second counter melody based in D harmonic minor, which heightens the peculiar nature of the piece. The Second Strain (mm. 24-43) by contrast, is a little more upbeat, thus evoking the magical ebullience of a circus, which is further highlighted by the xylophone part. The Second Strain ends in the key of F major and sets up the transition to the Trio in the key of G minor. The Trio (m. 44) begins with the G harmonic minor melody in the clarinets and a counter melody in the bassoon and tenor saxophone. The rest of the woodwinds and bells join in at m. 60 while the percussion adds a Gypsy-like feel with tambourine and triangle. At m. 76 the full band joins in the macabre parade with the trombones and baritones harmonizing the counter melody. The conclusion of the march has the upper woodwinds, adding a second counter melody complete with trills to bring the march to an exciting and dramatic finish.As the World’s Greatest Showman, P.T. Barnum, a man my grandfather greatly admired, once said “The noblest art is that of making others happy.” It is my hope that through this piece you will experience the thrill, delight, and fright that only carnivals can bring as you visit the Circus of the Strange!