Freedom Quest

A dramatic composition paying tribute to the many immigrants who came to this country through Ellis Island., it delivers a uniquely conceived sound that is full of brilliance and drive! Embodying the essence of freedom, it includes a beautiful and tender section that features solos for flute and trumpet as well as for the entire horn section. A stirring addition to any concert or festival performance! Sensational!

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Freedom Rising

"Freedom Rising" was written in commemoration of the 150 anniversary of Quantrill's raid on the unsuspecting town of Lawrence, Kansas where the residents bravely fought to defend their town from the forces of pro-slavery western counties. Opening with a dark and haunting woodwind choir, the composition quickly journeys into the raging battle that took place that fateful August day in 1863. The slower middle section is a powerful hymn expressing the hope of all townspeople for a successful defense to this sneak-attack. The dramatic powerful conclusion leaves us with the knowledge that this community fought desperately for the freedom of all people. A powerful piece that brings to life this brief but important period in American history.

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Freedom Road (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Curnow, James

Duration: 9.00

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Freedom's Gate (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Williams, Mark

After a brief statement of "America, the Beautiful" an original march theme is developed which, at its conclusion, is combined with "The Star Spangled Banner" for a spectacular finale. An outstanding patriotic selection and/or concert closer. Duration: 2.20

Freedom's Light (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

EXCITING! A concert march with a definite "circus" flavor for mid-level bands. Capturing all of the fun and excitement of the circus while remaining playable by mid-level bands. Really Moves!

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Freedom's March (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Swearingen, James

A straight-ahead and spirited march never fails to catch the attention of your audiences. When a patriotic feeling is included in the mix, the results are a guaranteed positive concert experience. Composer James Swearingen captures that essence with this finely focused work that contains no technical difficulties for any instrumentalist. A great program opener, closer or encore. Duration: 1.30

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Freedom's Road (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Lavender, Paul

Get your beginning band off to a great start on their first concert! This impressive-sounding composition has bold lines for brass and contrasting melodies for woodwinds all with nothing faster than quarter notes (8ths in percussion). Guaranteed success.Duration: 1.45

Freedom's Voice (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shaffer, David

Freedom's Voice was commissioned to commemorate "The Voice of America," which began broadcasting in 1942 to combat Nazi propaganda with truthful news and information. VOA has served the world with a consistent message of truth, hope and inspiration. Opening with a mysterious and haunting melody representing the axis powers during the 2nd World War, the piece quietly builds into a voice of hope with the introduction of fanfare figures woven into a stoic rhythmic melody. The piece builds forcefully utilizing just these 2 simple musical elements into a broad finale representing the glory of freedom and free speech. Inspiring for both performers and audiences. Exceptional! Duration: 5.15

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Freedoms Sword (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Fraser, Bruce

This work was originally commissioned by Nigel Boddice for the West Lothian Schools Brass Band to play at the European Youth Brass Band Championships in 1997 entitled Devolution to celebrate the setting up of the new Scottish Parliament. It appears in this revised version for Concert Band with the title Freedom's Sword. The opening section recalls days gone by when the Scots and English fought many a battle. The themes are derived from the well-known haunting song Ca' the yowes. The horn calls and off-stage percussion sound of a distant battle and it gradually comes closer. The centre section creates a mood of reconciliation with a dreamy Alto Saxophone solo. The last section now looks ahead with optimism and various bright dance themes appear based onTraditional Scottish reel tunes, one of which is a two-part vocal scat section The piece then heads for its conclusion including a full statement of the main theme.

Freedoms Sword (Concert Band - Score Only) - Fraser, Bruce

This work was originally commissioned by Nigel Boddice for the West Lothian Schools Brass Band to play at the European Youth Brass Band Championships in 1997 entitled Devolution to celebrate the setting up of the new Scottish Parliament. It appears in this revised version for Concert Band with the title Freedom's Sword. The opening section recalls days gone by when the Scots and English fought many a battle. The themes are derived from the well-known haunting song Ca' the yowes. The horn calls and off-stage percussion sound of a distant battle and it gradually comes closer. The centre section creates a mood of reconciliation with a dreamy Alto Saxophone solo. The last section now looks ahead with optimism and various bright dance themes appear based onTraditional Scottish reel tunes, one of which is a two-part vocal scat section The piece then heads for its conclusion including a full statement of the main theme.