A Tribute to Kurt Weill - The music of Kurt Weill / arr. Jerry Brubaker

Charming melodies skillfully crafted into one medley of tribute. The themes included are "Bilbao Song," "September Song," "The Saga of Jenny" and of course "Mack the Knife." Great pop music with a variety of styles. You just can't go wrong with a dynamic composer joined with the craftsmanship of Jerry Brubaker. A real winner! (8:13)

A Vaughan Williams Christmas - Works collected, arranged, adapted and/or harmonized by Ralph Vaughan Williams / setting by Douglas E. Wagner

A giant among composers, Ralph Vaughan Williams has contributed to the literature for concert band music that is standard repertoire throughout the world. Here are works from other genres that were collected, arranged, adapted, and/or harmonized by Vaughan Williams: "Forest Green (O Little Town of Bethlehem)" (from the first edition of the English Hymnal, 1906), "Wassail Song" (the fifth of Five English Folk Songs, 1913), and "Sussex Carol" (the second of Eight English Carols, 1919). These are the works of a master in a stunning new setting by Douglas Wagner. (4:24)

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A Very Respectable Hobbit (from The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey) - By Howard Shore / arr. Jack Bullock

A very playable, choice selection from the hit movie The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, this tune will delight audiences and players alike. Crafted specifically for beginners in their first or second year of instruction, solo sections are included which easily divide between sections to spread the fame. (2:30) This title is available in SmartMusic.

A View of the World - By Brian Balmages

This substantive single-movement work explores a view of the world through the eyes of a child. Captions appear in both the score and parts to indicate each emotional episode as this extensive and powerful work unfolds through many transformations in texture and style. Skillfully conceived and written for the mature band, this is an excellent festival choice. (10:45)

A View of the World (c/b score)

A Virginia Trilogy - Music by John O'Reilly

John O'Reilly has musically depicted three distinct areas of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The three movements-"City Rhythms," "Colonial Williamsburg," and "Shenandoah Mountains" -will musically challenge any ensemble with its contrasting styles. Perfect for concert or contest.

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A Western Saga - Arr. Jack Bullock

This two-song medley can be used with any standard, recognized band method. "Red River Valley" is scored with simple contrapuntal lines, and "The Old Chisholm Trail" is a straightforward, rhythmical American folk song. This should be perfect for the beginning band to play for a school assembly when teaching a unit about the Wild West.

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A Whole Lot of Christmas - Various / arr. Douglas E. Wagner

What would December concerts be without those familiar tunes that everyone loves to hear during that time of year? With snippets from twelve of the most recognized carols globally, an energy-packed one-and-half minute up-tempo setting, all without a single altered tone, this is a guaranteed holiday winner. (1:30)

A Winter Celebration - Traditional Carols / arr. Michael Story

Open or close your winter concert with this medley of three well-known holiday carols. Containing "Deck the Halls," "The First Nol," and "We Wish You a Merry Christmas," each of the songs are set in a contrasting style and key. A reverent and joyous addition to every holiday program. (3:30)

A Woodland Celebration - By Robert Sheldon

Perfect for opening or closing a concert for first-year band students, A Woodland Celebration by Robert Sheldon lends a light rhythmic style to a tuneful melody. As soon as young students can play a concert B-flat scale and learn the note concert A-flat, this piece is easily playable. Second clarinet does not go over the break, and second trumpet and horn have limited ranges as well. A Woodland Celebration was commissioned by the Smallwood Drive School Band, Amherst, New York (Angela Antersol, Director) with appreciation for the generosity of the Smallwood PTA in celebration and recognition of the National School of Character Award presented to the school in 2019. A Woodland Celebration correlates to Book 1, Level 5 of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. (1:45)