Promo Cd: Grand Mesa Music - New Concert Band Music For 2010-2011

Scenes from Old Russia Modest Petrovich Mussorgsky / Arr. Kenneth Singleton

The piano music of Tchaikovsky and Mussorgsky is here expanded into a grand Russian soundpiece for large wind orchestra, much in the tradition of Maurice Ravel's great orchestral settings. Singleton brings a remarkable level of scoring ability to this arrangement of little-known but charismatic piano gems. Be sure to explore the pleasures of this classic with your experienced w...

Candle Dragon Kirk Vogel

The aurora borealis, or northern lights, has intrigued civilizations and cultures around the world for centuries. The title of this engaging band work comes from the ancient Chinese term for the northern lights, and the music evokes a snake-like flickering and intensity to capture the celestial phenomenon in sounds. Take your band on an out of this world musical voyage!

The Rowan Tree Randall D. Standridge

Concert Band Feierliche Musik; Folklore / Folksong / Folkmusik; Konzertstück; langsame Werke The simple, compelling beauty of an old Scottish folk song is captured in this exquisite arrangement for the modern wind band. Low register clarinets and horns predominate in a setting both compelling and melancholy. A perfect lyrical ballad for concert or festival use.

One Night in Athens David Bobrowitz

Energized and inspired by a trip to Athens, the composer here captures in music an evening he spent dining and dancing. One Night in Athens is full of the joy, spirit, and excitement of traditional Greek music. Hoopa!

Ceremonial Dances Diverse / Arr. Greg Danner

This setting of four English renaissance dances is in the great band tradition of Holst, Jacob, and Vaughn Williams. The four movements feature music in a variety of tempi and styles. A final coda at the end of the shanty brings back the glorious pavane melody in strong brass chords for a dramatic ending. With strong melodies and bold harmonic writing, Ceremonial Dances offers ...