Overture for an Epic Occasion - D. Wright

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Overture for an Imaginary Play - Jurriaan Andriessen

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Overture for Band - Frédéric Devreese

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Overture for Band - John Kinyon

Overture for Band - Joshua Missal

Overture for Band op. 24 - Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy

Overture for Fun - Henk van Lijnschooten

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Overture for the Heroes - Gary D. Ziek

This vibrant and soaring original work opens with a bright fanfare intro that quickly transitions into a heroic theme over driving percussion. A gentle and reflective middle section features the lyrical capabilities of the woodwind section before passing on to the brass. The piece culminates in a dramatic recapitulation of the main theme with slight rhythmical variations. This piece actively engages all sections of the band and utilizes the strengths of each instrument family. An excellent choice for a concert, contest, or as a program opener!

Overture For Winds And Percussion - Band Set

Overture for Woodwinds - Philip Sparke

This work was commissioned for The Berkshire Young Musicians Trust (England), who required a testing piece for the woodwind section of their concert band. The piece opens with a strong unison passage based on the interval of a fifth and develops with a passionate legato. This is followed by the main vivo section of the work based on the earlier 'fifth' figures. A bridge passage leads to a short chorale figure and a rhythmic climax which dissolves into a plaintive solo for oboe over staccato clarinets. Following a recapitulation of the main theme the oboe returns triumphantly before the opening unison passage reappears to provide a stirring coda.

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