A Dashing Gallop - James Pierpont / arr. Patrick Roszell

Open your holiday concert or use it for a bold conclusion, , by Patrick Roszell, imagines the age-old holiday classic "Jingle Bells" in a quasi-gallop/march style. Ring in the holiday season with this dynamic holiday arrangement! (2:00)

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A Day at Disneyland

What could be more joyous than a musical visit to Disneyland? Gathering all the sounds of the world's most beloved theme park in one exciting young band medley. This medley is packed with Disney classics! Make your concert venue the happiest place on Earth! Titles: Mickey Mouse March * The Great Outdoors * It's a Small World * You Can Fly! You Can Fly! You Can Fly! * The Best Time of Your Life * Yo Ho (A Pirate's Life for Me).

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A Day at the Circus

The masters go to the circus. In this ingenious Nick Baratta arrangement, you'll hear the elephants and laugh at the clowns but all through the themes provided by Dvorak, Liszt and others. A musical tribute to these classic master-composers and all so very familiar from the rings of the circus. A real barn-burner, this one will have your students on the edge of their seats! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Day in a Life - Patrick Roszell

Depicting the hustle and bustle of the morning commute, this high-energy, contemporary overture for developing band will have your students sounding a grade higher than written. With sweeping melodic lines and driving percussion, this overture will be a great contest or concert opener! (2:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Distant Voice - Donald Coakley

This work was commissioned by Donald McKellar, Professor emeritus of Music Education and Director of Bands at the Don Wright Faculty of Music, University of Western Ontario. He commissioned A Distant Voice following his retirement from the University. This work has no programmatic content. The work was designed as a slow, reflective and stately composition. Two contrasting melodies dominate. A Distant Voice ends as it starts, on a quiet, meditative note.

A Dua Lipa Duo

English singer and songwriter Dua Lipa has received acclaim since releasing her first single in 2015, has won more than 30 prestigious awards, and her first album in 2017 is certified platinum. This "duo" arrangement including "Break My Heart" and "Don't Start Now" is scored by Michael Story and is a rocket-fueled musical journey. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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A Festival Celebration - Clarence E. Barber

A Festival Chime - Gustav Holst / freely arranged by Douglas E. Wagner

The third movement of (), which Gustav Holst penned in 1916, was originally scored for chorus with piano, orchestra, or military band. The easily recognized melody is a nineteenth century Welsh ballad, known to most as the hymn tune "St. Denio," set to the words of English poet, Clifford Bax. In 3/4, this characteristically delightful Holst theme has been freely arranged to incorporate elements of his original score with additional material included to heighten musical interest for contemporary concert bands and audiences alike. As the title implies, chimes are an integral part of this arrangement; however, there are alternate options provided in the program notes if a suitable instrument is unavailable. This musical setting is complete with a variety of teaching and performance opportunities and a perfect fit for beginning concert bands. (2:00)

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A Festive Fanfare - Brian Balmages

This powerful and driving overture is the perfect way to kick off your holiday program! Featuring a mix of original themes and holiday favorites, this work does not sound like a medley; rather, it is a powerful fanfare featuring snippets of holiday favorites that span from lyrical to soaring! (2:00)

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A Festive Finale - Brian Balmages

After countless requests from directors everywhere, Balmages is thrilled to offer this closer that pairs perfectly with and brings your program full circle. Loosely based on the opening notes of the fanfare, this thrilling and energetic closer is a great way to tie your entire program together and end in a truly festive fashion. So. Much. Fun.

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