Morning Glory

Morning In Madrid - Bill Calhoun

Spanish-style rhythms, melodies and harmonies abound in this lovely new concert work from composer Bill Calhoun. From the opening "bird-like" calls from the woodwinds accompanied by the ascending chords in the clarinets and the brass, one can picture the sun rising above the horizon at the start of a Morning in Madrid. This piece will help you teach your students about lyrical expression while playing.

Mother Earth (Fanfare)

Composer David Maslanka brings a short 3 minute fanfare into existance based on ispiration from a prayer by St. Francis of Assisi. Often hgh school bands do not get the opportunity to perform music by this important composer sue to their length and difficulty, but this piece is well within the reach of many high school groups. Certainly it will be a standard in the reportoire.

Mount Vernon Square

Named after the location of Peabody Conservatory, where the composer took his first music theory classes, this traditional march offers great opportunities to work on aspects of tempo, articulation and dynamics that are essential for march interpretations. Every performer should experience the classic march form and this new march which honors greats of the past is a perfect opportunity to do just that.

Mountain Beauty

Written to portray the mountains along the North and South Carolina border, this lighter allegro overture is written in ABA form. With many dynamic contrasts, articulations, and short solo opportunities, this piece teaches many essential musical concepts. The legato middle section lets the ensemble focus on tone quality and phrasing. A return to the opening section's style ends this composition in an exciting manner. A great choice for concert or contest.

Mountain Dance

Mountains of Mohon

Mr. Bartow

Music for a Noble Gathering

Capturing the pomp and dignity of a regal celebration, this composition opens with a percussion flourish and band fanfare. A legato, lyrical section offers a contrast in tempo, key and style. Use this to work on phrase shaping, the development of long tones, balance of melody and countermelody, and key signature recognition. Perfect for graduations and ceremonies or as a fanfare-type concert opener or closer.

Mustangs - The Spirit of the West

This piece was written by composer Larry Clark to depict the majesty of mustang horses that roam free in the American West. It is cast in a standard overture form with an opening section reminiscent of the music of western movie soundtracks. Followed by a lush and beautiful contrasting slow section, Mustangs - The Spirit of the West depicts the grace and power of these wonderful animals. This is a great choice for contest and festival performance for the young band.