Aspirations

Aspirations is written for the youngest and least experienced of musicians, who have only had a short time on their instruments. This piece uses minimal material, including no more than two repeated eighth notes as the most difficult rhythm. It contains bold fanfare gestures, marcato melodic material, and a contrasting legato theme. Every section of the ensemble is featured in this surprisingly sophisticated, yet very attainable piece.

At the Threshold - Bill Calhoun

At Twilight

Atlantic Crossing

Atlas Rising

Aunt Rhodie's Diet

Aurora Eclipsed

Aurora Eclipsedwas inspired by the solar eclipse of 2017.During a solar eclipse, a beautiful and fascinating aurora forms around the moon creating an eerie outline. This "ring of fire" is actually the sun's outer edges being revealed to the human eye. The rhythmic pattern of this piece teaches students eighth note patterns, and each section has an opportunity to play the melody. The use of a variety of colors and sforzandos makes this an aggressive composition that younger students will enjoy playing.

Autumn in the Park

This light concert selection, with contrasting tonal colors and dynamics, reflects the beauty of warm days, cool nights and the vivid colors of this favorite time or year. Shared melodies between woodwinds and brass with the careful addition of percussion make this an easily prepared, yet educational and musically fulfilling, concert or festival selection at any time of the year.

Avalon

Avalon-Long Live the Kingis a medieval fantasy piece depicting the Isle of Avalon where the mystical sword Excalibur of King Arthur was forged. Composer Tyler Arcari unearths a solid piece for young bands that is both bold and dramatic. This piece is sure to spark the imagination of students and give them strong musical content with which they can develop their musicianship.

Azalea City March

Azalea City is an original march that has been composed in the style of famous march composer Henry Fillmore. A tuneful, chromatic melodic figure, fanfare-like themes, and bold, march style harmonies are highlighted in this well-written piece by newcomer Alan Carter. The march is in 2/4 making it more accessible to bands at this level. This piece is perfect for both introducing march styles and for use in your next festival.