Music for a Found Harmonium - Simon Jeffes / arr. Phillip Littlemore

The Penguin Caf Orchestra, founded by Simon Jeffes, created an instantly recognizable sound world, beautifully crafted to convey simple wonder and joy. Phillip Littlemore's arrangement for concert band of their famous perfectly captures the exuberance of this uplifting music. (2:30) Original Item: EP68707-CMPST

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Musicians' Strike - Philipp Farbach Jr. / arr. Clarence Barber, Miguel C. Meyrelles

Only the imagination of you and your band limit the possibilities of this gem from the pen of Johann Strauss' arranger. A full score with corrections accompanies clean, easy to read parts. Instrumentation has been adjusted for the modern concert band to eliminate transposing. Get the signs ready for the picket line!

Mussorgsky!

Modest Mussorgsky (1839--1881) was a relatively unknown composer during his lifetime, but some of his works are among today's best-known pieces in concert halls and films. His orchestral work was immortalized by Walt Disney in and is one of the most performed pieces by symphony orchestras. Selections from these two pieces are wonderfully transcribed for young band in The arrangement begins with the mystical opening from which transitions to the hauntingly beautiful conclusion of that same work. To conclude is the "Great Gate of Kiev" from which is one of music literature's most inspiring moments. (3:30)

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Mustang March - Daniel Sault

Traditional in many ways in construction, this march shows a gift of melody and innovation. by Daniel Sault features all the things you want to hear in a march, but always just a little bit different than expected. A treat for everyone's ears! (3:00)

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My Funny Valentine

The cherished melody composed in 1937 by Richard Rodgers has found its way to young band performance literature. Jerry Brubaker's sparkling arrangement is characterized with rich harmonies supporting this most musical tune. (2:28)

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My Heart with Pleasure Fills - Vince Gassi

Appreciating the beauty in nature always brings us joy. , by Vince Gassi, was inspired by one of William Wordsworth's most popular lyrical poems, "I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud." Through lyrical melodies and sonorous harmonies, this lyrical work provides opportunities for young musicians to develop expressive playing. (2:35)

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My Old Kentucky Home - Stephen Collins Foster / arr. Jeremy S. Martin

A beautiful ballad in its own right, this arrangement is given more flexibility with an optional vocal part. Whether or not the vocalist is used, the ranges are conservative, the countermelodies and harmonies are rich and lovely, and there is interest for everyone.

My Robin Is to the Greenwood Gone - Percy Aldridge Grainger, scored for wind band by Fred Sturm

This delightful early setting by Percy Grainger, using only the first four measures of a popular English song, contains many of the melodic and harmonic twists and turns that we associate with his music of later years. Fred Sturm's new scoring for wind ensemble brilliantly brings to life this Percy Grainger masterwork. (7:37)

My Soul a Canvas - Todd Stalter

This piece represents feelings of solitude, loneliness, confidence, determination, and conflict. The central theme's rhythm is built on a sad soul's name, solos for the instrument she played, and her love of nature and art.

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Mysterion - Vince Gassi

Mystery and majesty combine to make this dynamic piece an attractive concert opener or festival piece. A bold opening, a solemn lyrical section, and a rhythmic transition, all with strong support from the percussion, bring the listener to a climactic ending. (2:50) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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