Festive Overture - Reinhold Glière

Festive Overture - Satoshi Yagisawa

This work was commissioned by the civilian wind orchestra Shimizu il compagno, based in Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, as a commemorative work for their 10th Anniversary. The world premiere was performed by the ensemble, conducted by Hiromichi Hamada in 2017. Having held discussions with the head of the orchestra, Tomohiro Tsuji, and members of the group, Satoshi Yagisawa settled on a central motif for this commemorative work: fellow, or companion, in the sense of the Italian il compagno, which features in the orchestra's name. The work also strives to describe the characteristic friendliness of Shimizu city, a place known for itswarmth and kindness which is visible from both Mount Fuji and the sea. The composition is written in Yagisawa's typical dramatic style with an atmosphere of scintillating light and lyrical warmth, making it an excellent choice for opening a concert.

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Festive Overture op. 96 - Dimitri Shostakovich

Donald Hunsberger's classic edition of this Shostakovich masterpiece has already established itself as a staple in the repertoire for wind bands. This exciting and masterful work is a wonderful way to showcase a mature band. Recorded by the United States Marine Band - Jack T. Kline, conductor. Interlochen Bowl, National Music Camp 1978

Festive Parade - Paul Halliday

Symphonic Bands

Festive Piece - Clare Grundman

Symphonic Band (score & parts). Grundman, C

Festive Prelude - Richard Strauss

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Festive Sounds Of Christmas - Darren W. Jenkins

A medley of three favorite Christmas carols in a rich setting for developing bands. A bright opening fanfare introduces the piece and transitions into the lilting and tuneful The Wassail Song which then slows to a lyrical We Three Kings that features both woodwind and brass choirs. Good Wenceslas brings the piece to a triumphant close with a few quotes of additional carols that add to the festive and joyful atmosphere.

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Festive Tribute - Carl Strommen

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Festive Winds - Etienne Crausaz

Festive Winds begins with a short introduction before we hear a light, airy and fresh-sounding passage. The original character of this march is above all in the trio, which conjures up the sounds of a big band with its bluesy style. The work was commissioned by the Socit Cantonale des Musiques Vaudise to celebrate the 27th festival of the French canton of Vaudois in Savigny, Switzerland, where the march was given its premire by a mass ensemble.

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Festivity - Bertrand Moren