Lullabye for a Legend

Commissioned by two band directors for their band director father, this middle-school level composition focuses on developing student musicians' abilities. Celebrating their father and his student's accomplishments musically, Erin weaves melodic threads using instrument combinations that are played by the father, the children and even his grandchildren. Based on a simple lullabye theme, this emotional composition is great for legato style development, intonation work and balance across the ensemble. Also a great choice for contest or a reflective moment in any performance.

Madonna of the Western Trail

Inspired by 12 monuments of the same name which exist along the Old Trail Road or National Road, this piece evolves as you follow the path of a traveling pioneer woman and her family. Featuring an expressive middle section inside two faster Spanish-influenced sections, this concert opener or contest and festival selection also features a short trumpet solo. Use this to teach about ABA compositional form or as an interdisciplinary lesson on the American West.

Magellan

Magic March

Magma

Larry Clark does it again. This is the piece your students will ask to play again and again. It has all of Larry's signature feature: bold and aggressive sounds and contemporary harmonies. You won't believe this only uses the first 6 notes Bb-G and the winds most difficult rhythm is a quarter note - Outstanding!

Make Way for Melody - Leon Metcalf

Make Way for Melody is a traditional march specifically taylored to the young band. It is written in classic march form and certain has a delightful melody. A perfect contest/festival warm-up march.

Mammoth

Man of the Hour - Henry Fillmore

As with many of Fillmore's great marches, this one was written to a man that Fillmore held in high asteem. It is classic Fillmore at his best. Tuneful as can be!!

Mangulina - Paul Basler

Based on rhythms from the Dominican Republic, this tour de force is destined to become a standard in the repertoire. A challenging piece, it is not for the faint of heart, but worth the effort. Put a little spice on your program!

Manhattan Beach

This timeless Sousa classic has been given the Andrew Balent treatment. The music is Sousa at his best and Andy has just tamed this wonderful march to be more playable by today's bands. You can't go wrong with a march by Sousa arranged by Balent. It is a winning combination!