Curnow Music Press

This impressive work abounds with spirit and enthusiasm designed to elevate the body, mind, and spirit of all who hear it! At times intimate, at others exuberant, this piece has all the makings of a s...

This solo for trumpet showcases both the fanfare-like qualities as well as the warmer, melodic sound of the instrument. The music is written in the A-B-A form in one continuous movement. A brief caden...

From the dynamic, driving introduction to the expressively lyric Andante cantabile, Concertpiece for Trumpet was created to showcase both the technical and lyrical qualities of the trumpet. Whethercas...

Movement I of this bright, cheerful suite is based on El Tortillero (The Tortilla Vendor) and is creatively scored including the joyful dissonance of a busy street corner. The heartfelt and poignant s...

This richly varied and full-sounding combination of holiday favorites has just a touch of European flair! ing, You can't help but capture the joy these carols bring, in an arrangement that will appeal...

A concert 'centerpiece', this major work from James Curnow explores the spiritual perspectives of the First Nations of the Pacific Northwest in North America. The five movements investigate the 'Cosmo...

Explore new musical frontiers with COLONIAL COLLAGE! The three most prevalent musical styles of the Revolutionary era- fife and drum music, the country dance and the sacred hymn- are woven together he...

In this spirited Christmas medley, James L. Hosay artfully incorporates the unmistakable sounds of the Emerald Isle into a festive rhapsody of popular European carols. Includes I Saw Three Ships, Away...

No one writes more exquisitely patriotic music than James L. Hosay, the former head arranger for 'Pershing's Own' United States Army Band in Washington D. C. Dedicated to the memory of Mr. Hosay's men...

This exceptionally unique work by Joseph Turrin is composed in memory of Howard Hanson, one of the 20th century's greatest proponents of American music. While decidedly modern in sound, the mood of th...

Filled with humor, pathos, excitement and surprise, LIFE DANCES is a brilliant and rhythmic overture for the adventurous band. The contemporary sounds of the opening themes are contrasted by an almost...

In concert band, the clarity of the music can only come through if the articulation skill of the performers is accurate and presented consistently across the band. These wonderful articulation studies...

Filled with rhythmic and harmonic interest as well as memorable melodies, MISSOURI RIVER FESTIVAL is an energetic and enjoyable piece that gives every section in the band an opportunity to shine. Mood...

This remarkably inventive setting of Psalm 150 will move and inspire your audience! Eight different instruments are mentioned in the Psalm, and the music reflects the character of the references. This...

James L. Hosay is one of America's most gifted and prolific writers of patriotic music for concert band. This thrilling composition is challenging but accessible, and keeps all players involved with d...

Tchaikovsky's lovely, melancholy melody was inspired by a poem that speaks of great sadness. Print the poem in your program, or have it recited as the band plays to create a deeply moving tribute to a...

Lovely and delicate, this familiar Welsh lullaby is simple yet strong, in a beautifully scored setting. This is a familiar folksong that has stood the test of time, and deservedly so, and will deeply...

This three movement work, modeled on his earlier work Rhapsody for Brass, develops from and mirrors the earlier work, but with more modern tonal outlines and original melodic material. The first movem...

Every conductor knows the importance of using excellent teaching materials to aid in the development of all aspects of musical growth. The quality of the band's performance must be continually improvi...