Bright

The indie pop band Echosmith has done it again with the catchy "Bright." With a reinforced syncopated foundation in a laid-back cut-time, the delightful melody is introduced initially in flutes and then throughout the ensemble. The folksy and easy feel will bring a nice contrasting moment for your pop program. (2:00)

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Bright Blue Water - Donald Coakley

This is an exciting work by composer Donald Coakley. The driving rhythms, lots of percussion and powerful melodic material make this an excellent choice for either concert or contest use. The beautiful slow middle section, in a dark warm key, is framed by energetic fast sections with many changes in meter.

Bright Lights! - Robert Sheldon

'Bright Lights!" is a fast-paced, high-energy showcase for concert band. A strong rhythmic pulse drives the tuneful melodies and technical flourishes that are present throughout. Written in a modified rondo form, this joyful offering works well as an opener, closer, or encore piece. (4:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Brighton Beach - William P. Latham

Numerous dynamic contrasts combined with unique woodwind contributions unite in this solid concert march. William Latham's "Brighton Beach" concert march serves equally well as an outstanding recessional for graduation ceremonies. This work is a must for every school band library. (3:51) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Brigid's Cross - JaRod Hall

This beautiful work draws inspiration from Celtic folklore. Solemn and pure, the music lines pine for safety and refuge as they invoke the power of Brigid, the goddess of spring. Simplicity interacts with lush harmonies, resolving into incredible moments of power and unbridled expression. Stunning.

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Bring a Torch, Jeanette, Isabella

Celebrate Noel with this carol taken from a 16th century courtly dance tune. The variations in this new setting will lift your spirits as they pass from a joyous opening, through a brief moment of reflection, and on to a jubilant ending. This little bit of effervescence is a great addition to any part of your Christmas program. (2:25)

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Bring Your Drums, Jeanette, Isabella

She's brought drums instead of her more traditional torch. Add multiple tom-tom players to bring this holiday beginning drum feature to life! The wind parts are solid grade 1 in three-quarter time while the percussionists have some independent playing with eighth notes being the most complex rhythm, and only one roll. Perfect for your second year students at their holiday program---or even in the first year if you have a solid percussion section. (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Bringer of War - Brian Balmages

Inspired by The Planets by Gustav Holst, this original piece pays homage to the first movement, Mars. Using only six notes in all instruments, the music still has a powerful quality that dares the listener to embrace the bold, majestic melodies and rhythmic ostinato. A unique original that invites further study of a master composer!

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British Isle Ballads - John Kinyon

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Broken Bow - Carl Strommen

The sound of the West as presented in countless film scores and concert pieces is captured in this homage to those who settled our early western frontiers. Enjoy the high energy pulse of an old fashioned 'Hoe-Down." Scored for younger players, will be effective in the hands of players of all ages. "Though it is not from any specific film, the music has all the fun characteristics of a cowboy/western movie. Carl Strommen has put together a piece with a wonderful energy which your students will love to play. The scoring is rather traditional, but everyone has a chance to be featured. It is also a fun way to work on multiple sixteenth-note rhythms, which are prevalent in the work." - This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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