The Gates of Horn

In the Odyssey, dreams come into the world through one of two gates. If they come through the gates of ivory they are false dreams. However, if they come into the world through the gates of horn they are true dreams that tell the user of things to be, or illuminate truth. The Gates of Horn is a dramatic piece for band that alternates a syncopated fanfare with a bold, yet lyrical theme. These contrasting ideas chase each other throughout the piece.

The Gauntlet - Matthew Putnam

The Gauntletis a piece written to sound bold and exciting while also being accessible to young performers with a limited range. Simple yet bold rhythms add excitement, heightened by the fact that every section has an opportunity to play melodic content. The interesting "development" section provides a contrast to the opening and helps to build the suspense before the return of the main theme. The percussion helps to drive the energy of the piece by providing a variety of colorful sounds including a gong solo at the end to signal the knight's triumph.

The Gift To Be Simple

This traditional Shaker song is presented with modern harmonies, rhythms, and instrumentation. Using ostinato patterns, long legato lines, and interesting percussion parts, this arrangement offers many interdisciplinary possibilities as well. Folk songs have long been an essential part of the concert band repertoire and this modern approach to a well-known melody can help teach this important style to performers in a new way.

The Gladiator (March)

The Grand Announcement

The Grand Announcement opens with bold fanfares and rhythmic vitality, setting the stage for a grand proclamation. The piece captures the excitement and anticipation of an important announcement, moving through contrasting sections that reflect different reactions to the message. The work is accessible yet sophisticated, showcasing the ensemble's ability to execute dynamic contrasts and expressive phrasing.

The Grand Tetons

The Teton Range is part of the Rocky Mountain chain just east of the Idaho border and south of Yellowstone National Park. The name of this majestic range has its roots in the Shoshone "teewinet," meaning "many pinnacles." The opening measures of The Grand Tetons should be played broadly and majestically. Mixed-meters and a swing-like feeling are introduced later on, followed by more strident material leading to a recapitulation of the opening theme as the piece draws to a close.

The Greenbelt at Dusk - Gabriel Musella

This is a stunningly beautiful ballad for young band by composer Gabriel Musella. It is the perfect vehicle to stretch the musicianship of your maturing ensemble. Mr. Musella draws from his years of experience teaching bands in Texas to provide us with a heartfelt piece that is a study in instrumental color and textures.

The Grey Dawn Is Breaking

The beautiful English/Irish folk song Kathleen Mavourneen is the basis for this ballad. The Grey Dawn Is Breaking offers an opportunity for young musicians to stretch their musical muscles by developing expression through dynamics, phrasing, and even rubato.

The Haunted Clock

In The Haunted Clock, the relentless tick-tock of a clock echoes through a darkened house. The piece plays with tension and suspense, using unusual rhythms and eerie harmonies to suggest the passage of time. The subtle use of percussion creates a ghostly atmosphere, and the piece builds toward an unsettling conclusion.

The Heart of a Mustang

The Heart of a Mustang evokes the musical imagery of free-roaming horses galloping across the open plains. The music suggests an intense urgency embodying the struggles faced by mustangs in the wild. Heartbeat rhythms serve as the musical bridge throughout in this solid choice for contest and festival performances.