recommended by Ken T., Band Education Specialist

Fearless by Carol Britten Chambers, Grade 3.5
True to Carol Brittin Chambers’ personality, “Fearless” has all the masterful compositional techniques that we have come to love and expect. Exciting from start to finish, this work for concert band has a lot to chew on, with a wonderful message too!

Celebration Fanfare by PinkZebra, Grade 2
A grand fanfare perfect for a concert opener, graduation ceremony, or other celebratory events. Soaring melodies will thrill audiences on the first listen, and band members throughout the ensemble will shine as the themes and countermelodies trace their way through the instrument sections.

The Eighth Day by William Owens, Grade 2
This powerful work by composer William Owens is not only contemplative, but a poignant reminder of our history. A great teaching piece equally at home in the classroom as it is on the concert stage.

Fatebringer by David Samuel, Grade 2.5
At this point, no one can deny the skill with which composer David Samuel crafts music for the concert band. “Fatebringer” is foreboding, brooding, and on an endlessly steady march towards its exciting conclusion. Put your brass on display with this dynamic new work for the concert band.

Fleet Street March by Laura Estes, Grade 1.5
A very fresh new march from composer Laura Estes that is tuneful, in standard march form, and has just the right amount of twists to make it different. This will be a strong choice for festival performance to highlight your band.

Scorpius by Sean O’Loughlin, Grade 2
This thing is sharp! Written at a fast, but accessible 3/4 time signature, young musicians will feel as though they are laying down a track for a major movie label! Composer Sean O’Loughlin puts his film-scoring experience to good use in this phenomenal new work for the developing band.

Sinterklaas’s Rooftop Ride by Laura Estes, Grade 2.5
Composer Laura Estes is as comfortable writing lush, full concert works as she is being a little…well, quirky! This lovable charm is on full display in this inventive, clever, and quirky new work for the holiday concert season. Take a wacky ride with Sinterklaas in this holiday celebration!

Squirrel Chase (Galop) by Carol Britten Chambers, Grade 2
Ever wonder what a standard gallop would sound like with the chaos that ensues when a dog sees a squirrel? Well, now you don’t have to! Composer Carol Brittin Chambers brings us a wonderful new gallop for developing bands with a unique, clever, and down-right fun twist!

Golden Panther March by Robert Sheldon, Grade 3.5
If a traditional march could be called “fresh and new!” “The Golden Panther March” would check every box. Composer Robert Sheldon has given us a wonderful new march in 6/8 that has all the calling cards of a traditional style march, perfect for contest & festival performance, with all of the modern charm we have come to love from this beloved composer. As well-suited to a concert opener as it is to an enthusiastic encore, “The Golden Panther March” will be the hit of any concert.

Heart of the Hive by Sean O’Loughlin, Grade 3
Sean O’Loughlin is an expert at melding motivic material throughout his works and the “buzzing bees” in this piece are no exception. Sophisticated, and dedicated to a wonderful school and music educator, “Heart of the Hive” is a definite winner.

Tales of Old and New by Jorge Machain, Grade 3.5
This cinematic gem from composer Jorge Machain will be the highlight of any concert or festival program. This fanfare will show off every aspect of your ensemble!

What Greater Calling by William Owens, Grade 3
This wonderfully emotional work by composer William Owens will fit perfectly into any concert. Lush harmonies and a beautiful melody make this memorable and add to its heartfelt message. We know you will love “What Greater Calling.”

La Terre Sacre by Carol Britten Chambers, Grade 6
Carol Brittin Chambers has emerged as a leading writer of wind-band for both young and old and this magnificent work for the upper level wind band is no exception. All compositional techniques are on clear display in this work that will showcase all aspects of your ensemble.

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About the Author:
A former band director, Ken taught grades 5-12 band and music appreciation in both public and parochial schools in Central Ohio, and has been at Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. His interests include reading, history, traditional amusement parks, outdoor activities (especially hiking), and watching hockey.