Dive! - Nick Costanza

Inspired by his home town of Sebastian on the east coast of Florida, Nicholas Constanza wrote Dive! to share his childhoods spent at the Indian River and coastal beaches. This piece paints the scene of diving underwater, getting swept up by a fast current, and discovering wonders beneath the surface. The driving eighth-note pulse reflects the swift current while the main theme represents the wonders that might be hidden beneath the surface. A wonderful concert and festival selection, students will enjoy playing this dynamic piece for more experienced bands.

Doctor Tritonicus

The tritone is often considered a diabolical interval, used by composers to musically portray something sinister. Doctor Tritonicus depicts a character inspired by the genre of comic book villains. The Doctor appears in the form of tritones throughout this musical superhero adventure, interwoven with the chimes of Hell's Bells and lurking in ponderous intervals beneath lyrical melodies.

Dominion

Doppler Effect

The term Doppler Effect describes the aural phenomenon of something changing pitch relative to what direction it is traveling in relation to the listener. An example is when a siren coming towards you is higher in pitch then when it is going away from you. Sean O'Loughlin uses this fascinating concept to construct an original composition that uses instances of this effect. A broad melody acts as a connective element in the piece, with a multitude of teaching opportunities for dynamics and musicality.

Dorian Chant - Bill Calhoun

For beginning bands, this piece is an excellent teaching vehicle to start a discussion of how musical modes can change the overall character of a composition. Composer Bill Calhoun gives us a very well-scored piece that will help your beginning students sound great while having a great time.

Dorian Dialogue

Double Trouble

Designed to help beginners improve their ability to play eighth-note rhythms, this concert or contest composition uses limited ranges so that the players can concentrate on the rhythms. Percussion parts help to keep the pulse going while the melody is passed between sections. Use this to develop those essential counting skills.

Dragon Master

Dragon Rider

A musical depiction of taming and riding of a dragon during ancient times! This contemporary-sounding piece allows students to practice new performance techniques and musical storytelling. A great contrasting selection to traditional performance options, players can take on the challenges of tempo changes, accidentals, and expression in this exciting music adventure.

Dream Engine