Aquia Landing (Gateway to Freedom March) - Paul Murtha

During the Civil War, this pivotal transportation point located on the Potomac River and Aquia Creek was an important hub for both north and south. In addition, it was a key link in the network of freedom for fugitive slaves. PaulMurtha pays tribute to this historical site with this great-sounding Sousa style march at an easy level.

Aquila Chrysaetos - Alex Poelman

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Aquila Volante - Michael Geisler

This is a typical openingsoverture. The piece is characterized by the image of a flying hawk. We feel the wind tugging at its wings, the fury of the hunt, the dizzying nosedive, and all the splendor and beauty of a majestic bird.

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Aquilon - Robert Martin

Aqva - Marco Somadossi

Arabella - Philip A. Parker

Arabesque - Samuel R. Hazo

Commissioned by the Indiana Bandmasters Association for the 2008 All-State High School Honor Band, this stunning work from the pen of Samuel Hazo is a tour de force of Middle Eastern sounds for the contemporary wind band. Fromdelicate and sensual soloistic writing to full-blown ensemble passages with rapid fire tutti rhythms and frenzied percussion, here is a rewarding piece with drama and depth that will be the high point of any concert or festivalprogram. Period! Dur: 6:00 (Grade 5) Audio recorded live by the 2008 North Carolina 11-12 All-State Honor Band - Samuel R. Hazo, conductor

Arabian Dances

Arabian Dances - Roland Barrett

Join Roland Barrett on this multicultural musical journey depicting a nighttime celebration dancing around a roaring campfire. The work opens featuring a brief clarinet solo setting the stage and the bold dance commences. A real treat for your entire band is the relentless energy depicted by combining characteristic melodies with energetic hand clapping. A rousing choice! (3:05) This title is available in SmartMusic.

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Arabian Dream - Molter

An entertaining piece that is a great way to introduce your youngest students to modal harmonies. Lots of fun and a great audience pleaser, your students will love this one! OUTSTANDING!

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