Gustav Holst Band Classics - Gustav Holst / arr. Geoffrey Edwards

The rich Holst concert band heritage is presented for your beginners with three cherished themes from both his military band suites and the march from . Enhanced with teaching opportunities to reinforce articulations and shifting tempo, as well as a stunning through-played setting. (2:15)

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Gypsy Rondo - Franz Joseph Haydn / arr. Morley Calvert

This is a fun technical xylophone solo with band accompaniment. The band parts are very light and straightforward which allows for some rest on a long concert. Xylophone features are always well received by audiences.

Gypsy Rondo - Joseph Haydn / arr. David Marlatt

Haydn is best known for his symphonies but his chamber music is also excellent. He wrote several piano trios and the best known of these is the G major trio with its so-called "Gypsy Rondo." The fun technical lines, originally in the piano and violin, are split among the brass quintet. The band parts are very light and straightforward which allows for some rest on a long concert.

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H.M. Wogglebug - Clarence E. Barber

Highly Magnified Woggle-bug, Thoroughly Educated, is an imaginative journey to the Land of Oz. Band members sing, clap stomp and chant in this fantasy inspired by the works of L. Frank Baum. This is exciting writing for young bands and will be a hit on any concert or an unusual festival selection for the daring conductor.

Habanera - Georges Bizet / arr. Justin Williams

French composer Georges Bizet's four-act opera, , remains one of the most popular and performed works in the classical canon. This piece is perhaps the most popular portion of the opera. Its playful character and flirtatious mood are exposed in this contemporary setting. (3:00)

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Hack Attack - Victor López

Keep those hackers and slackers engaged with this bluesy rock original. The flatted 3rds and 7ths add the blues flavor, and it shifts between the major and minor mode, but that won't be any problem since they'll be begging to practice this one. Victor Lpez has shared information from his 'international research team' on the topic and the result is this charismatic original work for your beginners. Right in the pocket! (1:45)

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Hail the Conquering Hero - George Frederic Handel / arr. David Marlatt

This version of the famous Hail the Conquering Hero opens with a solo trumpet, gradually adds voices and builds in dynamic, then the sound drops to a solo tuba (which is also cued in other voices) and begins to grow again to a stirring climax.

Hail to the Girls of Canada

This fun and energetic French-Canadian folk song was popular in Quebec in the 19th century and serves as a toast by the oarsmen, to the Canadian girl. This folk song arrangement is part of a collection for young band celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary since joining Confederation.

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Hail to the Spirit of Liberty - John Philip Sousa / arr. Loras John Schissel

No one does Sousa better than Schissel! Here is another of his expert contributions to his own 'Heritage of the Concert Band' series, with extended historical notes, modern instrument parts and a full score. All parts have been produced at a larger size for easier reading. After seeing this edition, you'll want to toss your original!

Hailstorm - William Rimmer / arr. David Marlatt

This is a standard cornet solo in the brass band world. It has been played thousands of times by amateur and professional players. It has been arranged for concert band to allow for a new setting of this great technical solo. After a brief introduction by the band, the soloist enters, playing a lyrical melody which is followed by a short cadenza. Then the triple tonguing starts! This is a great showpiece for the cornet that is sure to dazzle audiences.