Mechanism - Todd Stalter

This creative piece allows the listener to musically envision the many different aspects of something that is "mechanized," whether it be the precision workings of the tiny and intricate gears and movements of a wind-up watch or clock, or the inner workings of a monstrous, steam-driven machine. (3:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Medieval Dance - Thibaut de Blason / arr. Michael Story

A secular tune from the Medieval era, "Amours, que porra devenir" (O love, what will become of me), was composed by trouvre Thibaut de Blason, probably around 1200 AD. This arrangement for beginners is scored in 3/4 time and brings the vivid history back to life. Carefully scored, this piece offers both a history lesson and reinforcement of triple meter. Great for teaching and performance! (2:00)

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Medieval Legend - Michael Story

A striking tutti fanfare builds to a fugue-like section initiated by the woodwinds and draws to a dynamic musical conclusion. Outstanding teaching opportunities abound in this driving and dynamic composition. You won't want to miss this Michael Story original which he has subtitled "A Fantasy for Band."

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Megawatt Rock - Robert Sheldon

Robert Sheldon's will light up your next concert. This high-energy rock-style piece with its rhythmic drive and power chords is sure to amp up the spirit in the performance level of the students. Using only the first seven notes that most beginning band students learn, it is written in Mixolydian mode, with the key signature including the added flat. The rhythms, dynamics, articulation, key, and style provide electrifying teachable moments that occur throughout the piece at no extra "charge!" (1:53) Correlated to Level 4. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Megiddo - Jack Wilds

During the 15th century BC, Megiddo became the site of the first recorded battle in history. The records of this clash are scrawled in hieroglyphics in the Hall of Annals at the Temple of Amun-Rah. The music relies on the D Phrygian mode and primitive percussion sounds to capture the essence of this historic battle.

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Mele Kalikimaka

A bright salute to Christmas from our fiftieth state! Created with younger players in mind, this setting captures all of the fun and happy island feelings with its colorful scoring. The delightful, catchy tune presents a highly entertaining experience for audiences and a unique selection for any December concert. A holiday classic with a multicultural flair! (1:30)

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Melody Park - Robert Sheldon

Majestic fanfares and noble melodies create a tapestry of pride and celebration in this overture for concert band. "Melody Park" was commissioned by the Vernon Hills High School Bands in Illinois. (4:35) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Memor Vita! - Brant Karrick

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Memories from Another Time - Jeremy Bell

Evoking of feelings of nostalgia and serenity, this composition has a lot of teachable moments for young musicians, including low brass and woodwind melodies and opportunities for part independence and expression. (2:40)

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Men of Harlech

Men of Harlech is a folksong from Wales. It is a stirring and bold march that shows off every section in the band. There are percussion interjections, trumpet fanfares and large dynamic changes. This is a great band tune that develops many important ensemble playing skills. This will prove to be a popular selection with both audiences and members of the band.