A Mystical Legend

Mystical Legend depicts the loup-garou (French: werewolf, sometimes rendered as rougarou in spelling and pronunciation). This swamp wolf man from Cajun folklore is largely used as a children's tale to inspire obedience, though it can be seen as a force for good. This edgy and eerie composition presents the loup-garou as a misunderstood monster or a tragic protagonist.

A New Day

A New Day Breaking

Written as a celebratory fanfare or concert opener, this work for band is an opportunity to explore the excitement of new day breaking and the possibilities it holds. The work is dedicated to a particular director, but also all who welcome the opportunities and challenges of the new day.

A New Horizon

A New Horizon was composed for the 2021 University of Mobile High School Honor Band during its most challenging season in memory, and contains dynamic swells, subito changes, and crisp articulations. The title of this joyful, upbeat piece is a reminder that hope remains and we should keep our eyes on the future: a new horizon.

A Walk in the Park

A Walk in the Park was composed for Walter Avenllaneda's John F. Kennedy High School Band. This composition features dynamic brass, sustained chords, sweeping & energetic woodwind lines, and a recurring three-note motif, in addition to the the intuitive musical phrasing for which Strommen is known. The vibrant fast sections are contrasted by a waltz in the middle of the piece, which is then followed by a wonderfully bold ending.

Abalone Sunset

Abalone Sunset captures a glimpse of evening hours at the beach. Written in such a way as to inspire confidence in intermediate players, optional solo opportunities are marked in several instruments. Within the harmony, there are several instances of tension (dissonance) within the sound canvas, expressing the glow of soft color and changing light as the sun sets over a stunning ocean scene.

Aberystwyth Variants

A classic hymn is given an exceptional variation style treatment by popular composer William Harbinson. You can find Bill's pieces on many state festival lists and this one will be no exception. You will hear glorious fanfare gestures, beautiful lyrical lines, lush harmonies and more in this sophisticated setting of the hymn. Alert your music list committee about this excellent new piece.

Academic Festival March

Academic Festival March features a range of textures, dynamics, and articulation while highlighting a stately dotted eighthnote motive throughout. Strong homophonic presentations of the main theme are balanced with antiphonal play between the upper and lower voices. Though written primarily in Bb Major, a short minor modulation will stretch your students to explore different finger patterns. This courtly march provides students with ample learning opportunities and paths to success, making it the perfect "academic festival" or contest opener.

Acadian Moon - Jeanette Arsenault

Acadia, Nova Scotia, Canada is the first French settlement in North America. In 1752, the King of England demanded they pledge allegiance to England or they must leave. Many left, but many also returned. The Acadian people and culture still reside there today. Also, the Acadians are the ancestors of the Cajuns who settled in Southern Louisiana.Only the 1st clarinets cross the break. 1st trumpet's highest note is G.

Achieve

The march style is important to the heritage of the modern concert band. Why not get beginners off to a great start by teaching them this essential band style as early as possible?Achieveuses only the first six notes of the Bb-major scale and utilizes two repeated eighth notes as the most difficult rhythm. It is written in traditional march form and style, but without modulation in the trio.