Dragon Dance - Michael Story

The is a popular event in traditional Chinese culture, especially during Chinese New Year celebrations. Originating during the Han Dynasty, the dance is carried out by a team of performers that carry the dragon on poles. Drums, cymbals, and gongs are found with this characteristic dance using only the first six notes learned. Enjoy! (1:30)

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Dragon Run - Chris M. Bernotas

The is a 40 mile winding stream that flows throughout Virginia and empties into the Piankatank River. It is also known as the Dragon Swamp and even just The Dragon. This immense ecosystem is known for its rich wildlife and preserved beauty. by Chris M. Bernotas features strong rhythms, intentional dissonance, contrasting dynamics, and wonderful musical opportunities for all. It echoes the excitement of exploring the views and experiencing the sometimes intense wildlife visitors encountered when journeying along the river and surrounding swamps. (2:26) Correlated to Level 6.

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Dragonflight at Dawn - F. Scott Kroll

Just before the sun breaks through the morning clouds, the dragon riders prepare their mighty beasts for flight. In this exciting piece for developing band, take your musicians and audience to the skies as the dragons soar through the clouds reigning over the world below. Your students will love this imaginative work by F. Scott Kroll!Original Item#: RWS-1930-00

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Dragonfly - Brian Balmages

The dragonflies will be buzzing around your concert stage when you select this wonderful piece for your concert program. Ideal to strengthen brass players and teach some elementary ear training, the brass are featured playing the melodic line on mouthpieces. The woodwinds and percussion provide a full background before the brass rejoin the group playing on their instruments through the final half of the piece. An excellent teaching tool. (1:40)

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Dragons of the Ancient Court - Mark Williams

Travel back in time to revisit the ancient legends of the dragon in this powerful new work for young bands. Filled with driving rhythms and strong, accented lines, this piece is a surefire student and audience favorite. Many cultures around the world share a fascination with their own stories of dragons, and this music brings that fascination to the musical stage. (1:50) >, Book 1, page 24.

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Dragonship - Scott Watson

A macabre figurehead on the prow of a medieval Norse warship slowly emerges from the mist on the cold, dark sea. The rough voice of the ship master and the beat of the drum call the boat's oarsmen to strenuous, rhythmic movement as they bear down on their prey.

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Dramatic Essay for Solo Trumpet and Band - Clifton Williams

"Dramatic Essay," written by Clifton Williams is a dramatic dialogue between the solo trumpet and band. It was composed on commission by the educational services department of the C. G. Conn Corporation and written especially for Don Jacoby, their clinician and trumpet soloist. A wide range of trumpet technique is required to play this piece: single and multiple tonguing, rapid slurs, good range, endurance, phrasing and a large dynamic range.

Dramatico - Robert W. Smith

This dynamic work builds on the power and energy found in young musicians. The original composition takes the listener through a wide range of powerful musical statements culminating in a bold conclusion. Most imaginative! (2:05)

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Dream Tides - Jeremy Bell

"Dream Tides"is beautiful, lyric piece that is perfect for your developing musicians, creating the opportunity for them to work on dynamics and expression. The soundscape creates the sense of being caught in a fantastic day dream with the chance to explore anywhere. (2:10)

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Dream Variants - Roland Barrett

Exploring the traditional Welsh folk melody, "The Milking Song," this diverse setting opens with a tranquil statement of the melody, and vividly transports the listener through a progression of different interpretations of elements derived from the original folk tune to a wild and boisterous conclusion. A dramatic addition to the serious concert band repertoire, this work is an exceptional choice for concert and contest alike! (5:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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