Desert Caravan - Larry Neeck

Imagine an oasis in the desert. Far in the distance a caravan is sighted. The air is filled with excitement and anticipation, the quiet desert becoming louder and more animated as the large caravan approaches and passes. This scene is musically depicted in Larry Neeck's "Desert Caravan," which provides numerous opportunities for your band to work with melody, dynamics, and drama. Transport your audience to a faraway place, as the sounds of the camels and their herdsman slowly die away, and the caravan fades into the distance. A delightful musical journey!

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Desert Dances - Philip Sparke

Henderson is a city in Clark County, Nevada, just southeast of Las Vegas and surrounded by desert: this was the inspiration for the title. Desert Dances opens with a lively introduction, mostly in 3/4, which pervades the faster sections of the piece. This subsides to introduce a slower dance which expands to a full-band climax. The introduction soon returns and leads to the main theme of the piece, a waltz-like melody played by the full ensemble. A short bridge passage follows, which leads to a legato central theme. This is played twice and heralds the return of the main theme and a short coda which closes the work. An imaginative work for concert or contest with nice featuresthroughout all groups of the band.

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Desert Fire - Jonathan McBride

"Desert Fire" is a powerful work that provides young bands the opportunity to perform music that is exciting, moving, and expressive without being unnecessarily difficult. Instrument ranges are kept within one octave, and there are no accidentals, key changes, or awkward rhythms, making "Desert Fire" very accessible for young bands. With expanded percussion parts, driving rhythms and dramatic melodies, "Desert Fire" is sure to be an enjoyable and memorable addition to any concert.

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Desert Force - Stephen Bulla

Dedicated to the valiant men and women of our military, this solidly scored march has an intriguing modal flavor and is ideally suited for young bands. They'll play it with pride!

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Desert Racers - Chris Ferguson

This work is fun! Chris Ferguson has a knack for writing accessible, sophisticated works for the youngest ensembles and Desert Racers is no exception. Be transported to the Dunes in this high-wire work featuring moments that showcase the sections of the ensemble alongside great teachable moments.

Desert Storm - Ferrer Ferran

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Desert Storm - Ken Harris

Another wonderful traditional march for young band from the composer of "Pride and Glory March", "Field of Victory March", "Shooting Star March", and many others. If you wish to teach your students the traditional march style, you just can't beat a Ken Harris march and the fresh yet accessible sounds of "Desert Storm" make it one of his best yet!

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Desert Suite - Frank Erickson

Desert Sunrise - Carlos Montana

Desert Victory - William Alwyn