Courtly Dance and Procession - Brian Balmages

You'll be surprised to know that this great sounding work uses only six notes in all instruments, with the exception of the clarinets, which also use a low written B to involve the right hand. The piece has a Renaissance quality to it and includes a middle processional theme (at the same tempo) to work on legato playing. Optional parts are included for clarinet 2 and trumpet 2. There is something for everyone in this dynamic addition to the repertoire!

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Cousins - Herbert L. Clarke / arr. David Marlatt

Clarke wrote Cousins, a cornet and trombone duet with band accompaniment in 1904 for himself as the cornet soloist and Leo Zimmerman as the trombone soloist. To create a clean new edition, dynamics and articulations were made more consistent in the parts. Other items were changed to reflect the bands of today including F Horn parts rather than E-flat and the percussion parts have been reorganized. This is the first time this work has been available with a full conductor score rather than a piano reduction.

Covenant - Robert W. Smith

With the bold entrance of the chimes, the musical celebration begins. Turbulent energy unfolds in brilliant waves of sound. A rhythmic base soon becomes established and propels this work with finely focused thrust. Intense energy is released with contrasting flowing musical lines. An important new work.

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Covenant - Vince Gassi

Musicians share an unspoken promise of musical support. This was the inspiration for , commissioned by the Nipissing University "Eddie" Band, comprised of students and adults aged 18 to 71 from the community of North Bay, Canada. Like the band's membership, Vince Gassi has crafted the themes and counter themes to weave together in musical support. Bold and bright, tender, and colorful---there's so much to savor. (2:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Coventry Carol

This superb arrangement of the conventional carol is a must for your next holiday presentation. Jerry Brubaker has established a new standard for contemporary holiday arrangements. Incredibly luxurious harmonies will ensure an emotional response from your audience. Very moving. (4:23)

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Cowboy Cattle Drive - Timothy Loest

This spirited work captures the romping sounds of an Old West cattle drive. Catchy melodies combine with driving rhythms to evoke images of stomping livestock. Temple blocks, slapstick, and other percussion instruments add to the excitement while historical program notes provide a glimpse into the life of the American cowboy. Highly entertaining!

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Coyote Falls (from ) - Christopher Lennertz / orch. Andrew Kinney, scored for concert band by Jack Bullock

Our favorite cartoon characters have been updated to a very contemporary 3D setting. Enable your audience to mentally produce and direct a personal motion picture while your concert band performs this musical score to from . Everyone has seen and heard a cartoon motion picture and this "personal adventure" will give your audience a first-hand experience in making and listening to their own "flick."

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Cradle Hymn

Based upon a Kentucky folk song, this lovely lullaby radiates a feeling of serenity and tranquility. The opening, with a stately, majestic chorale, is followed with an exhilarating rhythmic development of the theme supplemented by energetic percussion. The ending reinstates the introduction with a quiet and peaceful conclusion. (5:00)

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Crater Lake Overture - John O'Reilly

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Crazy Cat - Les Taylor

Played in a fast swing style, this easy piece will get your audience clapping and toe-tapping right from the downbeat. The percussion parts are written to be played similar to the way a set drummer would drive a big band. The saxes and clarinets in the chalumeau register are featured in a stop-time chorus that should bring your audience to its feet. (2:15)

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