Parade of the Emperor - Ryan Meeboer

This piece, influenced by the music of the Orient, was composed using a minor pentatonic scale, and focusing on the first six notes learned in most method books. Following ABA form, this is a perfect opportunity for performers to learn about contrapuntal textures, dynamic contrasts and a variety of articulations, through playing simple, memorable themes. Every instrument in the ensemble gets the opportunity to shine at some point in written by Ryan Meeboer.

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Parade of the Gladiators - William Owens

This rousing parade processional paints a vivid picture of the Roman gladiators and their entry into the arena. A bold opening statement moves into a more tender middle section before a climactic ending captures the true emotions of the event - from the maniacal excitement of the spectators to the uncertain future of the courageous warriors. Powerful!

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Parade of the Wooden Soldiers

The parade begins with the percussion section at a distance while the flutes introduce the traditional theme. The wonderfully innovative countermelodies interwoven with the conventional theme are certain to have your listeners on the edge of their seats. With a grand flourish, the parade ends while boosting holiday spirits for all. Choose this sparkling interpretation of this classic holiday march on your winter concert. (2:00)

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Paradise Awaiting... - William Owens

This reflective work about loss also includes great moments of spirit and joy. A gentle opening gives way to the upbeat and energetic melody that playfully passes throughout the ensemble in variations. Eventually the music abruptly settles into a sense of calm as it ends with a single, delicate note that fades to silence.

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Party in the U.S.A.

The ultimate Miley Cyrus party song! reached the #1 position on the Billboard Pop 100. So put your hands up and party!

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Pass in Review

Always regal and stately, this collection of British military marches includes; "The British Grenadiers," "Royal Air Force March Past," "A Life on the Ocean Wave," "The Vanished Army (They Never Die)" and finishes with "Colonel Bogey." You can't help but to join the distinguished parade with these cherished marches. (3:00)

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Passacaglia - Ron Nelson

Over the years, Ron Nelson has proven his compositional virtuosity time and again. With Passacaglia (homage on the tones represented in the name B-A-C-H), his efforts were rewarded by winning the Ostwald Award, the National Band Association Composition Contest, and the Sudler International Wind Band Composition Contest. A set of continuous variations built on a repeating (in various voicings) eight-measure melody appearing, in all, twenty five times, make this a significant work where every player is challenged. Nelson aptly describes it as seamless series of tableaux moving from darkness to light.

Pastorale and Fanfare - Robert Spicer

Unique and beautiful describe from Robert Spicer. The expressive pastorale is breathtaking in its loveliness, and the fanfare stirring and playable. This is just the special number to bring sparkle to your concert. (3:00)

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Patapan

This sprightly arrangement of the well-known French carol imagines shepherds playing their primitive instruments as they celebrate news of a baby born in Bethlehem. What begins as whispers from the flute and drum grow as word spreads and a fugue-like melody bounces between instruments. The song builds to a powerful climax as the shepherds gather and march down from their pastures together.Original Item#: RWS-2244-00

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Pathways Uncharted - Michael Kamuf

With a rhythmic drive and punctuated melodic components flowing freely throughout the ensemble, this high-energy concert opener or closer reinforces shaping phrases while using a contemporary harmonic palate and driving rhythms. Bound to be a favorite of students and audiences alike. This is a real crowd-pleaser! (3:00)

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