On a Russian Rowing Chanty

Based on the Russian folk tune Song of the Volga Boatmen, this piece is an eclectic and engaging set of variations. The familiar melody takes on a variety of forms and tonalities as it weaves through the composition, including a lively dance and an eerie statement accompanied by slithering chromatic lines. Don't miss this opportunity to discuss theme and variations with your students using a piece they will love!

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On a Starry Night - Jason A. Spraggins

Inspired by the painting of the same title by the famed Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, this work evokes the calmness and serenity of the starry scene while capturing the grandeur of the painting's swirling sky and dramatic moon, providing a sense of abiding warmth, peace, and hope. (2:05) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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On a Tune of William Billings - Douglas E. Wagner

Arguably the first American professional composer and arranger, Billings' legacy lives on today as fixed parts of our musical landscape. With the use of his canon techniques, this work is full of teachable moments within the music itself, as well as about the music and it's rich history. (3:00)

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On a Winter's Eve

A wonderfully lush holiday combination of "It Came Upon a Midnight Clear" and "Silent Night" is characterized with thick harmonies and flowing melodic material. This chart is a nice contrast in your holiday program. Legitimate music for the holiday season. Inspiring!

On Eagle's Wings - Robert W. Smith

With majesty and grandeur, this brilliant new work will launch your next concert with all of the high energy audiences and players have come to expect from composer Robert W. Smith. Winds and percussion share equally in the excitement. A flowing middle section with fascinating sonorities contributes contrasts. Well within the capabilities of a quality band or ensemble, this work is destined for success in concert halls worldwide! (3:49)

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On Pinta Island - Frank McKinney

provides ultimate flexibility for ensembles with incomplete instrumentation or odd combinations. These pieces are playable by as few as 5 woodwind, brass, or string players with or without percussion. This creates the opportunity for a mixed quintet to perform these titles but also allows for performance for 10-15 players up to full a band/orchestra with parts doubling. Great for music camps, contest use or any band room that has non-standard instrumentation. This slow ballad depicts the final days of Lonesome George,who died in 2012 asthe last of thegiantGalapagos tortoises of Pinta Island.An opening Part 4 solo is the prelude for an extremely expressive melody, which builds to an emotional finish.Your students will be challenged both emotionally and musically with this simple but descriptive lyrical piece.

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On Placid Seas - Robert Sheldon

This tranquil offering brings to mind the feeling of floating on a calm sea, contemplating the starry skies above. Playable by young bands, this will bring a moment of lyricism to your next concert. (Correlates with Measures of Success Book 1, Opus 5)

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On the Cape - Chris M. Bernotas

Inspired by Delaware's beautiful Cape Henlopen, this piece musically captures the playful feel of a family vacation on one of its lovely beaches. A reflective opening is followed by a light and energetic theme, including bits of the familiar sea shanty "Drunken Sailor."

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On the Horizon - Katie O'Hara LaBrie

This powerful work represents vision and hope, inspired by Katie O'Hara LaBrie's vision of a never-ending horizon. A beautiful opening suggests the sun rising on a new day before moving into a triumphant melody with uplifting woodwind interludes. The music embeds a strong sense that one can be ready for anything that lies ahead . (2:00)

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On the Rising Winds - Robert W. Smith

Imagine an early morning rural scene as a small aircraft takes off in flight and slowly ascends while the natural beauty of the countryside below unfolds. Beginning with the softest of winds, the mysterious introduction gives way to the exuberance of flight. Robert W. Smith expands our musical horizons through this supremely atmospheric imagery with winds and percussion. Theater in music! (4:10)

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