Allerseelen - By Richard Strauss / arr. Albert O. Davis

This classic of the Ludwig Music library is a wonderful reworking of one of Richard Strauss' lovely and haunting early art songs. The wind band arrangement is extremely respectful of the original work and strives to maintain the importance of the beautiful melodic line.

Alliance - By William Palange

Alliances are central to the success of any project, big or small. People looking past their differences to achieve a common goal have been a hallmark of our country since its inception. This piece is a celebration of the great things that are possible when we work together. (4:10)

Alligator Alley (c/b score)

Alligator Alley (c/b)

Alligator Stomp - By Robert E. Foster

The spoken word is an excellent tool for teaching rhythm. Combined with an easily mastered musical vocabulary, it can lead a group to an excellent performance now and in the future. Alligator Stomp by Robert E. Foster admirably fits that niche and tells a story at the same time. It is pedagogically sound, programmatically interesting---and just plain fun. (2:00)

Along the Beaches of Normandy - By Tyler S. Grant

Inspire your students with music written by one of their peers! Thirteen-year-old composer Tyler Grant has written a wildly intense work based on the attack that occurred on the Normandy beaches during World War II. Pencils tapping stands and foot rumbling help represent the sound of the battlefield as this work comes to life. A great way to motivate your students to dream big and aspire to achieve those dreams!

Along the Western Trail - Arr. James D. Ployhar

From radio to motion pictures to television, all have glamorized what we know as "The Wild West," but the folk songs from that era have lived on in an unaltered state. They tell stories of the lives, loves, and losses of the brave souls who ventured into a then uncharted landscape. Here is a musical salute to that time and its people, featuring SWEET BETSY FROM PIKE, THE STREETS OF LAREDO, THE LONE PRAIRIE, and LITTLE BROWN JUG. Head 'em up and move 'em out! (2:04)

Alpine Meadow - By Steve Hodges

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of the ensemble. An effective transition builds to a seamless modulation which gradually diminishes to a quiet conclusion. Alpine Meadow is great teaching tool for phrasing, articulation and dynamics. (3:00)

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Alvamar Overture - By James Barnes

Gigantic in structure, with fabulously rich and lavishly orchestrated thematic material, this work ranks on a grand scale within the repertoire of the modern-day concert band. Every line is interesting and every player is equally challenged in this bravura work. While not for the timid, Alvamar Overture offers rehearsal and performance rewards worth the effort of preparation. Colossal! (7:41)

Always United, Forever Strong - By Brian Balmages

This dynamic concert opener reflects on the power of a community coming together to be greater than the sum of its individual members. A single note fanfare progressively builds and blossoms into a massive declaration of power and might. Glorious and resolute, this may just be the concert opener that brings your audience to its feet.