Excursion!

by | Apr 4, 2024

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A Brave New Horizon

by | Apr 4, 2024

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Dear Santa: Rock My Christmas!

by | Apr 4, 2024

This title is not yet in print. Please check back later this summer to purchase sets and scores. Until then, please enjoy this recording by The Washington Winds, conducted by Edward S. Petersen.

Call Of The Prairie

by | Apr 4, 2024

“Call of the Prairie” depicts both the grandeur and turmoil of the Midwest and its indigenous forebearers. The serene opening transitions into a decisive and spirited rhythmic ostinato, until a haunting flute solo offers a mournful soliloquy. The rhythmic energy...

The Quest

by | Apr 4, 2024

You will find lots of great trombone and horn lines in this anthem for winds and percussion. “The Quest” is a solid growth of musical texture from beginning to end, all on a classic Holsinger harmonic soundscape. A musical highlight for any contest or...

Symphonic Variations On Amazing Grace

by | Jul 7, 2022

Amazing Grace is one of the most well-known spiritual songs known to date. Claude T. Smith cleverly created this band setting forming variations throughout. With Smith’s passing in December of 1987, this was one of the final works he produced. This flexible...

Zia, Zia!

by | Aug 3, 2022

“Zia, Zia!” is festive and lively, with all the flavor of a Spanish parade. Claude T. Smith has done a masterful job as he created this Spanish March. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as ten musicians providing accessibility...

Chorale Prelude: Rejoice Ye Pure In Heart

by | Sep 12, 2022

“Chorale Prelude: Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart” is a dramatic and beautiful setting of the well-known hymn Rejoice Ye Pure in Heart. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to perform the work with as few as thirteen musicians providing accessibility and flexibility...

O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

by | Oct 11, 2022

“O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” is a Christmas prelude originally commissioned by the Papillion, Nebraska Junior High School Symphonic Band under the direction of Kenneth A. Molzer. This widely popular song relates to Advent and Christmas. Claude T. Smith expanded upon the...

Finale From A Rhapsody On Christmas Carols

by | Oct 13, 2022

Finale from “A Rhapsody on Christmas Carols” centers around a lively rendition of the widely known Christmas carol, Angels We Have Heard on High. This arrangement is a perfect opener, closer, or encore piece for a winter concert. This flexible arrangement allows...

Symphonic Prelude on Adeste Fidelis

by | May 15, 2023

This late 19th century Christmas carol, also known as “O Come, All Ye Faithful”, is a traditional favorite. Claude T. Smith masterfully crafted his arrangement of this cherished carol to form a symphonic prelude that continually pleases the performers and...

Anthem For Winds And Percussion

by | May 15, 2023

The original of this arrangement continues to be one of Claude T. Smith’s most performed works. The opening theme sparkles with rhythmic energy and harmonic structure that never grow old. The Andante section is a beautiful contrast to the main theme occurring in...

Chorale Prelude: For The Beauty Of The Earth

by | Aug 4, 2023

Claude T. Smith’s setting of For The Beauty Of The Earth as this chorale prelude develops the original hymn by Conrad Kocher. It celebrates our beautiful Earth, the skies above us, and the joy of loving one another. This flexible arrangement allows ensembles to...

America The Beautiful

by | Aug 7, 2023

“America The Beautiful” continues to be an expression of patriotism at its finest. It conveys an attitude of appreciation and gratitude for the nation’s extraordinary physical beauty and abundance, without triumphalism. Claude T. Smith’s arrangement of this...

The Meeting Place

by | May 8, 2023

Canadian composer Kenley Kristofferson was commissioned to write “The Meeting Place,” a work depicting the connection between people and the warmth and security of a shared space – in this case, the band room. The music celebrates these places which can...

Skeemantics

by | May 8, 2023

“Skeemantics” is an exciting work that will be an excellent challenge for your advancing band and percussion section! Its celebratory nature and syncopated rhythms provide a pleasing contrast to the beautiful melodies throughout – especially in the serene,...

L’Arco Della Vita

by | May 8, 2023

Composer David Holsinger’s insightful view of the “Arc of Life” is brought to musical life with L’Arco Della Vita. Departing from usual compositional styles, this work is set on the framework of piano and melodic percussion, presenting a series of ever-winding...

Downtown Scherzo

by | May 8, 2023

David Holsinger’s Downtown Scherzo represents a departure in style for this composer who is well-known for aggressive and volatile musical styles. Originally composed as part of a larger orchestral work, the composer has extracted and adapted this scherzo which is...

Audrey Goes Exploring

by | May 18, 2022

This “Allegro Moderato” children’s march celebrates composer David Holsinger’s youngest granddaughter. A delightfully playful melody is passed throughout the piece, section to section, timbre to timbre, trailing off to a surprising last “stinger.”...

Of Sun And Wheat

by | May 18, 2022

This Slovenian Folksong Fantasy contains all the David Holsinger compositional trademarks: rich sonorities, rambunctious rhythms, soaring lines and a closing fusion of melodic gestures that yearns to be played with wild abandon! Not for the faint of heart! A powerful...

Vox Animatia

by | May 18, 2022

“Vox Animatia” is a riveting, dynamic agglomeration of mixed meters, frenzied rhythms, breakneck tempo, and all the musical thrills one expects when David Holsinger turns a wild horse loose in the band hall! One fun ride for both musicians and audience!

Victor’s Return

by | May 18, 2022

Deeply rooted in the 12-bar blues form, this full ensemble piece will quickly become a favorite for your developing jazz musicians. Providing flexible opportunities to feature up to six soloists across the group, this energetic rock chart with its catchy melody will...

Bandability

by | May 18, 2022

This dynamic march for beginning bands will be a perfect educational choice for tackling tone production, contrasting styles, dynamics, blend and balance – all using only the first six notes! The melody is shared by several instrument sections, and your young...

Tarantella

by | Aug 23, 2021

“Tarantella” from Incidental Suite is the first movement of this suite originally scored for concert band. Claude T. Smith has elevated the basic meaning of tarantella creating engaging rhythmic interest throughout the duration of the movement. This flexible...