English Folk Song Suite - Ralph Vaughan Williams / arr. Douglas E. Wagner

Indisputably one of the most significant concert band masterworks from the early 20th century. Respecting the dignity and historical significance of this band masterwork, this is a complete and unabridged scoring. Guaranteeing accessibility for developing bands, level-appropriate instrumentation, ranges, rhythms, key signatures, and meters have all been followed. Must-have repertoire for every library. A contest winner! (12:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Entrada (An Overture for Band) - Michael Story

Classic A-B-A form is the structure for this modern overture. The beginning and ending segments are bold marcato statements separated by a flowing melodic theme. Wonderful music for the discerning director. (2:00)

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Entrance of the Shogun - David Marlatt

In ancient Japan, the shogun were the military commanders appointed by the emperor. Grand and regal, when a shogun appeared to the public, there was a sense of awe and power at this warrior leader. Flanked by armies of samurai warriors, their power was obvious and their respect was demanded. This clever piece for very young band uses only the 5 notes used in a pentatonic scale (like playing just the black keys on the piano). This gives this beginning band piece a true Asian sonority. (1:35)

Entrance of the Shogun - Douglas E. Wagner

, by veteran composer Douglas E. Wagner, is a stunning work that uses only the first few notes of the B-flat concert scale. With easy rhythms and a dramatic sound, your students will love this piece while exploring the history of the Shoguns. (1:50)

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Entrance to the Dragon Cave - Brian Bankston

Your growing musicians will relish in rehearsing and performing this safely scored and adventurous work. It offers a wealth of educational opportunities and is easy to play and teach. Encouraging and entertaining, this is the perfect piece to foster your young band's excitement for music and no question a popular favorite at their next concert.Original Item#: RWS-1707-00

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Entry March of the Boyars - Johann Halvorsen / arr. Frederick Fennell

This is a new edition of Entry March of the Boyars for which Frederick Fennel has provided a contemporary overview of Halvorsen's distinguished and musical contribution to concert march repertory. Prepared from the primary source, the orchestral score of 1895, there is careful musical reconsideration of the entire score, including a full set of percussion parts and music for the low clarinets. The Fennell edition replaces that by Clifford Barnes previously published by Ludwig Music. The Boyars were Russian aristocrats, also a privileged class in Romania. A great recording of this classic work is available through Ludwig Music on Brain CD, 32997503.

Entry of the Noblemen - Ralph Ford

Proudly the valiant royal knights return to the kingdom. This original work begins and ends with a grand march encompassing an expressive chorale section. The contrasts permit varied teaching opportunities, including breath support, diverse dynamics, and opposing styles and articulations. An impressive choice for your first presentation.

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Entry of the Pendragon - Frank McKinney

Renaissance music for very young bands! In common time with a contrasting 3/4 section, this modal piece will give your beginning group that full band sound. Percussion is scored for bells, tom-tom, bass drum, triangle, crash cymbals, and tambourine.

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Epic Venture - Tyler S. Grant

This vibrant and colorful fanfare for young bands is based around a single melodic idea while the surrounding textures constantly change and grow in complexity. Beginning with a declarative fanfare, the music takes the listener on a journey across the Atlantic along with early European settlers on their way to North America. A powerful opener that will not overly tax your musicians!

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Epiphanies - Ron Nelson

Clusters of sound, brilliant brass fanfares, bravura ensemble writing, and a stunning conclusion make this a wonderful, declamatory opener for any concert or celebratory occasion. Extensive percussion, piano, and synthesizer dot this series of musical proclamations, moving from dissonance to an ultimately satisfying and majestic consonance.