Hymns from the Rig Veda (Windependence Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Holst, Gustav - Mitchell, Jon

A century ago, James Causley Windram, then band director of the 5th Northumberland Fusiliers (and later the Coldstream Guards) asked Gustav Holst if he would transcribe some of the composer's Hymns from the Rig Veda for military band. Always a band advocate, Holst readily agreed. In this thoroughly characteristic suite, two of Windram's settings (Hymn of the Travellers and Battle Hymn) have been edited for modern instrumentation, while a third (Hymn to Manas) has been arranged by Jon Ceander Mitchell from Holst's original choral setting.

Hymnsong from Mannin Veen (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Wood, Haydn - Longfield, Robert

Composed in 1933, Haydn Wood's classic work "Mannin Veen: A Manx Tone Poem" has remained a staple in the wind band repertoire. The opening segment of the work is based on the folk hymn "The Good Old Way." Robert Longfield has carefully adapted this stunning section as a stand-alone chorale scored for contemporary band instrumentation. Duration: 2.30

Hymnsong Variants (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Smith, Robert W.

This work, from the pen of Robert W. Smith, consists of an original theme with a set of three variations. A charismatic melody sets the scene and knits itself to a trio of stunning contrasts. As one expects from this talented composer, percussion plays a vital role to add hue and texture, driving the piece to a forceful finale. A dazzling display! Duration: 4.30

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Hymnus Antverpiae (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Van der Roost, Jan

This hymn was commissioned by "Antwerpen 93". And this city, on the banks of the river Schelde has been nominated "Cultural Capital of Europe" for 1993. The work-group "animatie" took the initiative and commissioned a hymn, which -as the finale to a grand open-air event on 27th March- was premired by hundreds of musicians from all over Europe. Philippe Langlet (France) was the conductor at this majestic occasion. Musically speaking the piece can no doubt be labelled easy. Indeed it is meant to represent a hymn, playable by all in different instrumental combinations. Consequently a variable instrumentation was chosen and a type of music, which by native is easily accessible and uncomplicated. The conductor is free -in the instrumentation- to score this piece according to his own taste. It is perhaps advisable to use the sharp brass in the forte parts, in order to make the range in the sound of the orchestra as colourful as possible. The percussion parts are not absolutely essential, so that the hymn can also be performed without percussion.Duration: 4:00

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Hyperdrive (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Ford, Ralph

Inspired by science fiction writers from the 1900s, the ability to travel faster than the speed of light is musically depicted in this energy-packed original composition. Lightly repeated eighth notes join forces with a supercharged percussion section to propel your students and audiences through space. Buckle up!Duration: 2:15

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Hyperion (Concert Band - Score and Parts)

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Hypernikon (More Than Conquerors) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Van der Roost, Jan

The Greek word hypernikon roughly translates as More Than Conquerors, the motto of Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts, the commissioner of this piece. The work is inspired by David Rox's very own name, the first two letters of his name, D and A, sets the first theme is in D major, with these notes being the tonic and dominant of the scale. After the stately intrada, the tempo accelerates and the festive feel of the march emerges. The trio melody serves as a beautiful contrast before finally ending with the opening theme in a grand tutti.Duration: 3.45

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Hypnotic Memories (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Galante, Rossano

This charming and somewhat dark musical offering is a departure from this composer's usual "epic" style. Originally scored for fifteen players, this piece is much more intimate than the composer's thickly orchestrated grand works. Stylistically, a minimalistic compositional approach is used as the melodic content slowly unfolds over shifting ostinato patterns.Duration: 5.15

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I Am the Doctor (from Doctor Who) (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Gold, Murray - Buckley, Robert

Fans of the popular and long-standing BBC television series Doctor Who will immediately recognise this powerful theme as the heroic music of the Eleventh Doctor (Matt Smith). Of the many fabulous musical themes from the series, this remains one of the most popular and dramatic.

I Believe (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Brown, Michael

Vancouver 2010 CTV Olympic Theme Song. Containing overtones of both classical and commercial musical elements, this powerful anthem became the official broadcast media theme for the 2010 Winter Olympics. This majestic setting by Michael Brown is sure to have universal appeal with audiences and performers alike.Duration: 2.45