John Higgins

Bring the unmistakable glamour and infectious energy of the golden swing era to life! With "Big Band Signatures," masterfully arranged for concert band and published by the renowned Hal Leonard, you c...

Celtic Ritual captures the unique mix of joy and sadness in the Celtic culture, forged by a thousand years of fighting for freedom. John Higgins' dramatic work also depicts the legendary race of super...

Here is an accessible contemporary band work which reflects upon the 1, 000 years of western musical culture, and explores the mysterious emotions of the changing Millennium. Recurring throughout the...

Here is a captivating piece for young band that explores the intrinsic beauty of the earth and man's quest to preserve it. John Higgins' imaginative composition uses contemporary sounds and techniques...

Here is a captivating piece for young band that explores the intrinsic beauty of the earth and mans quest to preserve it. John Higgins imaginative composition uses contemporary sounds and techniques t...

In 1985, an unprecedented collaboration of recording artists created this benefit project for African famine relief. Now 25 years later, the recording industry has stepped up again with a remake of th...

At last...a creative, inspirational setting of this patriotic masterpiece arranged especially for the needs of developing bands. It's full of contrasts and effects that are normally found only in more...

John Higgins' setting of Moussorgsky's famous work retains all the mystery and drama of the original while making it accessible to developing ensembles. It's a powerful addition to any performance!

Higgins - Grades 4-5

From the creative mind of John Higgins comes this spirited feature for your trombone section. Set in a lighthearted Dixieland style, it includes band parts that are easy to prepare and has plenty of r...

A descriptive overture based on the life-cycle of our ever-changing planet, this piece was written in commemoration of the tenth annivesary of the Mt. St. Helens tragedy. It is organized into five int...

From the creative mind of John Higgins comes this spirited feature for your trombone section. Set in a lighthearted Dixieland style, it includes band parts that are easy to prepare and has plenty of r...

Artist Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 42)

Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 20)

From well-known jazz writer John La Barbera, here is a hot version of his Latin/Jazz classic Tiger of San Pedro. The sizzling trumpet solo, percussion breaks and a solid shout chorus help make this on...

Higgins - Grade 3-4

Bring the electrifying energy of legendary rock arenas straight to the field or the street! With the exhilarating arrangement "Stadium Rock," published by Hal Leonard, your marching band will turn any...

Higgins - Grade 4

Here is a distinctive Olympian setting of the National Anthem ideal for mature bands. Higgins - Grade 4