Funtango - Chris Sharp

This tongue-in-cheek approach to the classic tango will keep your percussion section busy with lots of Spike Jones-type comic effects, including siren whistle, bulb horn, slapstick, vibraslap, guiro, and clapping. To aid with performance flexibility, an alternate optional snare drum part is provided for more accomplished players. This is one "fun tango" that literally has all the bells and whistles!

  View Music

Furaha! - Brian Beck

Travel to the Great Lakes region of Africa with composer Brian Beck in his new work "Furaha!" Meaning "joy" in Swahili, "Furaha!" captures the festivity of a people who love to dance and sing. Written in 5/4 time, this piece provides an opportunity to challenge musicians rhythmically in a way that is fun and engaging. (3:20)

  View Music

Furioso - Robert W. Smith

As indicated by the title, this work is designed to encompass vigor and passion. Written to musically demonstrate the never-ending energy of our beginning musicians at the earliest stage of their musical training, the work contains specific notes from the composer to enhance your teaching preparation. Both fun and exiting, this original composition will serve as an incentive for many hours of quality practice. Expertly designed for performance at your very first concert! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

  View Music

Fusion - Brian Balmages

Just as its title suggests, this three-movement contemporary work draws from various types of pop music and dance forms, and sets them in a symphonic framework. The opening movement, Overture, is a short fanfare based loosely on Irish dance rhythms and melodies. The second movement, Ballad, receives its inspiration from various aspects of pop ballads, though no direct references are made. Dense harmonies and interesting textures play an important role throughout the movement. The final movement, Fusion, is a literal combination of rock, funk, swing, and classical in a contemporary setting. Intense and driving, this is an excellent concert finale! You may even want to consider performing the last movement alone as an encore.

  View Music

G-Force Five! - Ralph Ford

A very dynamic sound for your youngest students. "G-Force Five!" is a vigorous work characterized with solid scoring to build performance confidence. This will be a wonderful program and rehearsal work to reinforce rhythmic stability. (1:45)

  View Music

Gabriel's Message

Perfect for holiday concerts and festival programs alike, this traditional Basque Carol provides a setting for younger bands to play both expressively and energetically. Three statements of this powerful theme build in intensity, taking both the players and audience on a memorable musical journey! (2:15)

  View Music

Galactic Nature - Victor López

, by Victor Lpez, for beginning band, is captivating and perfect for integrating music into cross-curricular studies. Inspired by the systems of stars and interstellar matter that make the universe, this composition provides an effective way of connecting music with celestial scientific concepts. (2:00)

  View Music

Galileo's Vision - Ralph Ford

New from Ralph Ford is an intergalactic musical adventure, inspired by the times when we could only gaze at the stars from the face of the earth and dream. This highly-charged original composition will keep your students and listeners on the edge of their chairs! (4:07)

Game of Bones - Michael Story

The tongue-in-cheek title gives a hint to an upbeat original composition that sets the stage to feature the antics of a unique glissando-anxious section. With an exotic flavor and the ability to engage enhanced and doubled percussion, this piece is a compelling choice that every beginning band can conquer. (2:00)

  View Music

Game of Tones - Brian Bankston

If you're a lover of epic adventures or simply seeking an electrifying musical experience for your ensemble, promises to transport you to a world of swords, sorcery, and symphonic storytelling. Take your young musicians on a thrilling musical journey in G minor. Your students will enjoy the combination of 3/4 meter, colorful harmonies, and dotted rhythms. This epic work is sure to leave a big impression on your audience, while inspiring your students' stylistic and creative expression. (1:47)

  View Music