Dreidel Dance

Dreidel Dance is a lighthearted theme-and-variations mashup of The Dreidel Song and Hava Nagila, running both tunes through a stylistic funhouse and winding up in a flurry of high-speed energy. This arrangement is not for the faint of heart, but this whirlwind presentation by master arranger Robert Thurston is well worth the effort.

Drummer's Delight

Drummer's Delight is a grade one piece featuring the percussion section, with an emphasis on maintaining a steady beat and and precise articulations, sure to be fun for developing players while enhancing early rhythm instruction.

Eagle Lake March

Commissioned by a South Carolina Middle School Band, Eagle Lake March, has the stately character of the great British marches of Gustav Holst and Eric Coates. As with all good marches the main theme is memorably tuneful, and there is a fine collection of worthy counter melodies, as well. A modulation to F Major leads to a grandly scored and sonorous conclusion Duration: 4' Keys: Eb, F Ranges: Trumpet - F; Horn - Eb; Trombone - Eb

Early Light - Carolyn Bremer

Carolyn Bremer's brilliant showpiece for orchestra has already been a hit in this version for concert band by the composer. Based on our national anthem, which gives the piece its title as well as much of its musical content, Early Light is also tribute to baseball, the "national pastime." This exciting showpiece has just been added to the Texas UIL Prescribed Music List for festival/contest use. Duration: 5'30"

Echoes from Within

This dramatic contest or festival piece will require your ensemble to perform emotionally in a variety of expressive styles. Using multiple meters, cadenzas, changing tempos and expressive musical shaping techniques, the music varies from romantic to light and dance-like. Challenge your entire ensemble, individual players, and audiences with this thought-provoking reflection on the strength and courage every person needs.

Echoes of the Cape

You will hear elements of Irish and Scottish music in this magnetic new composition from composer Alan Silva. There is a bardic nature to the piece, with low brass punches, strong percussion and flowing melodic lines in a modal style, plus hints of jigs and reels throughout. Alert your contest music committee about this strong new young band piece.

Eclipsys

he minor tonality of this powerful work gives it an air of mystery that will really appeal to your young band. With a strong opening, a strong ending, and wonderful development in between, this is guaranteed to display your band's musicianship in the most positive way.

Edge of Destiny

Edgemont Festival Overture

Starting with a fanfare, this overture quickly moves into a lively melody reminiscent of Holst. Varying meters and levels of rhythmic complexity create demands for mature players while the inner parts are at younger player levels. This is the perfect selection for a district-wide band performance or for bands with a wider variety of student abilities. A great concert opener or contest selection!

Effervescence

A lively and exhilarating piece for beginning bands, Effervescence lives up to its title and exceeds expectations. It contains rich harmonies and sweeping melodic gestures that are reminiscent of the American school of composers like Copland. With a sophisticated musical presentation yet limited technical demands, Effervescence is fun, accessible, and musically satisfying for young students.