Armed Forces - The Pride of America! - Boskerck

This is the definitive patriotic armed forces tribute. It features the official songs of all five branches of the Armed Forces, plus The Pledge of Allegiance and The Star-Spangled Banner, with optional audience participation. It even includes parts of Sousa marches as interludes! (The U. S. Army song is the original The Caissons Go Rolling Along version.)This version can be performed as Concert Band with or without Strings, and with piano, SATB, SAB, Two-part, or Men's Chorus.Reproducible string parts are included.

Armed Forces The Pride of America! - Boskerck

With theme songs from all five branches of the armed forces, stirring march themes from John Philip Sousa, and both the Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem of the United States of America, Armed Forces - The Pride of America is sure to become a staple for patriotic programs. Arrangers Larry Clark and Greg Gilpin have taken great care in creating a uniquely flexible setting both in instrumentation and performance. Designed to be performed by band, orchestra, or chorus, separately or in any conceivable combination, ensembles need not be limited by size or instrumentation. Careful attention has also been paid to playability for ease of performance and rehearsal. An optional ending allows even further flexibility when performance time is a consideration and an optional narrator part can be used to invite rousing audience participation. This popular medley is sure to bring a stunning performance in almost any setting.

Armed Services Medley - Jeremy S. Martin

This updated Armed Services Medley honors the branches of the U.S. military with a collection of service songs, including the recently added Semper Supra (The Space Force Song). The medley allows for flexibility in its performance, with optional percussion interludes and variations in song order. The work offers a chance to honor veterans and their families, creating a patriotic and celebratory atmosphere for any concert.

Arts du Cirque - Bill Calhoun

Aruba

Aruba transports listeners to a tropical paradise with its lush harmonies and vibrant rhythms. The music evokes the island's beautiful landscapes, from crystal-clear waters to sun-kissed beaches. The piece captures the serenity and joy of island life, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in its calming and picturesque atmosphere.

Arzachel - Sarah Siegler

Arzachel is a thrilling composition inspired by the lunar impact crater. The piece starts with a dark, minor melody that evokes the excitement of exploring the moon. Percussion plays a prominent role, representing the dramatic impacts of meteors striking the lunar surface. The piece's intensity and rhythmic drive build excitement, transporting the listener to a world of exploration and discovery.

As We Search

This programmatic composition, inspired by the many ghost stories that have come from the mysterious occurrence of lights on Brown Mountain, North Carolina, musically tells the story of a missing 19th-centurywoman that is searched for every night by villagers. Using exposed instrumental lines, a developing three-note theme, and contemporary harmonic and percussive elements, this composition for mature concert bands is a great choice for contest or as a unique and different programing contrasting selection.

Ascending

It is all too common for pieces to be written for the loss of members of high school bands. This is such a piece, but it is uplifting and inspiring, serving as a touching tribute to the lives lost. The piece takes the listener on a journey through the stages of grief and uses a popular hymn as the basis for this serious work by popular composer Larry Clark.

Aspirations

Aspirations is written for the youngest and least experienced of musicians, who have only had a short time on their instruments. This piece uses minimal material, including no more than two repeated eighth notes as the most difficult rhythm. It contains bold fanfare gestures, marcato melodic material, and a contrasting legato theme. Every section of the ensemble is featured in this surprisingly sophisticated, yet very attainable piece.

At Sight (March) - Harold Bennett