Festive Flourish

Based upon a simple but lush harmonic chorale, the introduction quickly builds into a dramatic brass driven fanfare. The rhythmic "flourish" is introduced in the saxophones and moves between the choirs of instruments throughout the piece. Effective rhythmic writing compliments the flowing melodies building to a dramatic and exciting finale that is a signature of David Shaffer's festival music. An exceptional choice for contest or festival.

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Festive Flutes (Flute Section feature with Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Moss, John

Feature your festive flute section on this catchy original by John Moss. Written with a light and appealing "sleigh ride" feel, this is a great choice for a Christmas or winter concert.

Festive Fun! (Flexible Ensemble - Score and Parts) - Fernie, Alan

4 Part Flexible Ensemble and PercussionIncludes:Compliments of the SeasonsLetters Up the LumWhen Will It Snow?Olive, the Other Reindeer

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Festive Hymn (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - De Meij, Johan

This melodic hymn was commissioned by the town of Margraten in Limburg, The Netherlands for the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Margraten Municipality. The work was premiered at a large gala concert on November 24, 2007. Duration: 5.30

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Festive Jubilee (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Custer, Calvin

Composed by Calvin Custer in 1989, this is one of his most dynamic works for young players. It's a bold and lively concert opener written in one tempo, sure to add a commanding spirit to concert and contest performances.Duration: 2:20

Festive Music for Band - Del Borgo, Elliot

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Festive Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Yagisawa, Satoshi

This work was commissioned by the civilian wind orchestra Shimizu il compagno, based in Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, as a commemorative work for their 10th Anniversary. The world premiere was performed by the ensemble, conducted by Hiromichi Hamada in 2017. Having held discussions with the head of the orchestra, Tomohiro Tsuji, and members of the group, Satoshi Yagisawa settled on a central motif for this commemorative work: fellow, or companion, in the sense of the Italian il compagno, which features in the orchestra's name. The work also strives to describe the characteristic friendliness of Shimizu city, a place known for its warmth and kindness which is visible from both Mount Fuji and the sea. The composition is written in Yagisawa's typical dramatic style with an atmosphere of scintillating light and lyrical warmth, making it an excellent choice for opening a concert.Duration: 5.15

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Festive Overture (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shostakovich, Dmitri - Takahashi, Tohru

Festive Overture was composed in 1954 to commemorate the 37th birthday of the October Revolution of 1917. With this overture Shostakovich shows his brighter side, in contrast to his melancholy 10th symphony written in the previous year. The premiere of this piece took place on November 6, 1954 at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow. Shostakovich makes great use of different themes which he alternates and intermingles in a masterly way. This skilful transcription by Tohru Takahashi retains all the grandeur of the original.Duration: 6.00

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FESTIVE OVERTURE (Concert Band) - Hesketh, Kenneth

A Festive Overture is bravura in nature, with important solos for upper winds and trumpets. The outer sections are busy and colourful and frame a more expansive, but no less urgent, middle section which develops a large arching oboe and clarinet theme. The work ends as it began, with excitement and exuberance.

Festive Overture Op.96 (Concert Band - Score and Parts) - Shostakovich, Dmitri - Hunsberger, Donald

Donald Hunsberger's classic edition of this Shostakovich masterpiece has already established itself as abasic repertoire for wind bands. This exciting and masterful work is a wonderful way to showcase a mature band.Recorded by the United States Marine Band - Jack T. Cline, conductor. Interlochen Bowl, National Music Camp 1978