Promoting positive body image in the lyrics, with a catchy melody and an infectious grove, this pop tune definitely has a bit of a '50s and '60s doo-wop feel that makes it refreshing. With its throwback soul beat, its body-positive message couched in a cute musical metaphor, and its dance-filled, candy-colored video, it's become a straight-up pop phenomenon loved by today's pop culture. A very pla…

Redshift occurs when an object emitting light or other electromagnetic radiation is moving away from an observer. Those waves are shifted toward the red end of the spectrum, like the light waves astronomers measure when studying the most distant galaxies. The melodies in this piece tend to move away directionally from a central point, but in this case the 'gravity' of the central note is too stron…

Expose your students to one of the great symphonies of the 19th century. Numerous teaching opportunities are present for articulation, phrasing, and the clarinet register key. A great contest or concert piece! (4:30) / Concert Band

The folk songs 'Star of the County Down' and 'Green Bushes' represent two different styles and are featured in many works by well-known composers. This arrangement is accessible by younger players while highlighting the beauty and character of these delightful melodies in both Dorian and Mixolydian modes. (3:50) / Concert Band

Have a rockin' good time with this timeless hit by the Eagles. It's perfect for field, stands, or pep band use. Another winner from veteran arranger Doug Adams! (1:45) / Marching Band

Try to picture extracting yourself from a maze with someone closely in pursuit, darting here, there and everywhere as quickly as you could to find a way out of. 'Fleet afoot? would be an appropriate way to describe how the music in this piece should be approached---played lightly and with a sense of direction leading to the next phrase or rhythmic pattern. This tuneful and rhythmic offering provid…

The title implies 'all watching,' hinting to the mythological Greek Watchman Panoptes and 'opticon' for watching. This original contemporary composition opens with an unassuming docile theme. The transparency is rapidly replaced with driving tutti components that furiously depict a vividly punctuated theme. Reminiscent passive melodies interrupt occasionally, building to an uncompromising conclusi…

An allegory is a representation of an abstract meaning through concrete or material forms. Majestic melodies, bold harmonies, energetic rhythmic elements, and a strong percussion component all come seamlessly together in this driving work for developing bands. Perfect as an opening or closing selection for concerts or festivals. (3:00) / Concert Band

Beautiful and lush, this setting of the familiar 'The First Noël,' is a great way to enforce lyrical style. In the traditional 3/4 time signature, the setting opens with a music box effect in the percussion section with a simple, yet elegant statement of the melody. This stunning arrangement develops and builds to a dramatic musical climax and relaxes back to an emotional finish. This is an uplift…

Based on the popular holiday song 'Jingle Bells,' this is a spirited and sometimes humorous arrangement that features the entire band, and includes numerous colorful percussion sounds. What better time to teach marcato accents than the holiday season? A real crowd pleaser! (2:30) / Concert Band