Alfred Debut Series

Named after a well-loved children's Halloween game, this wonderful selection for young band brings the spooky sounds of haunted houses and Halloween to life. Whether you program it in the fall, winter...

Bold Journey opens with an aural snapshot of the early, pristine land of North America- the land of the Louisiana Purchase before the bold and historic exploration that began in 1803 with Lewis and Cl...

Here is a work for young players with an energetic feel from beginning to end. A catchy tutti ensemble riff ties each musical section together and the percussion shine as they provide a simple but eff...

The Carol of the Bells is paired with 'We Three Kings of Orient Are' in this colorful and creative holiday piece. These two familiar Christmas carols provide a marvelous way to celebrate the season in...

Your students are going to love this one! On their journey towards the castle, the knights must slay a dragon that is threatening the local village. The battle ensues, the dragon is defeated, and the...

Your students are going to love this one! On their journey towards the castle, the knights must slay a dragon that is threatening the local village. The battle ensues, the dragon is defeated, and the...

Dark and brooding images are portrayed in the opening section of this original from Barry Kopetz. The mood soon changes, and an incessant ostinato follows, conjuring images of a chase. The work conclu...

Written in 2004 for the remarkable Ladue 6th Grade Middle School Band in St. Louis, Missouri, Stormchasers is designed to introduce students to the concept of cut time. The piece alternates between se...

Written in 2004 for the remarkable Ladue 6th Grade Middle School Band in St. Louis, Missouri, Stormchasers is designed to introduce students to the concept of cut time. The piece alternates between se...

Your students will love exploring the Tomb of the Pharaoh! Written in C minor with raised fourths and sevenths, every section is given the melody. Your percussionists will also get a chance to shine a...

An ominous theme opens this exciting new original work by Vince Gassi. Set in the Dorian mode, Crusade develops with vibrant and dramatic energy, conjuring images of strength, majesty and passion. It...

The Australian folk song 'Catalpa' was inspired by the escape of Irish prisoners from a jail in Freemantle, Western Australia in 1876. It is said that the song became so popular in area pubs that it w...

The Escape of the Shadow Men musically creates a scene from the composer's novel In the Land of the Lochrians. This exciting and dramatic work represents many thrilling moments in a race to confrontat...

The Escape of the Shadow Men musically creates a scene from the composer's novel In the Land of the Lochrians. This exciting and dramatic work represents many thrilling moments in a race to confrontat...

Named after a well-loved children's Halloween game, this wonderful selection for young band brings the spooky sounds of haunted houses and Halloween to life. Whether you program it in the fall, winter...

Named after a well-loved children's Halloween game, this wonderful selection for young band brings the spooky sounds of haunted houses and Halloween to life. Whether you program it in the fall, winter...

Named after a well-loved children's Halloween game, this wonderful selection for young band brings the spooky sounds of haunted houses and Halloween to life. Whether you program it in the fall, winter...

A conundrum is defined as a question or problem having only a conjectural answer, but your audience will have no questions or problems enjoying this tasty musical offering. The rhythmic groove, imagin...

A conundrum is defined as a question or problem having only a conjectural answer, but your audience will have no questions or problems enjoying this tasty musical offering. The rhythmic groove, imagin...

A conundrum is defined as a question or problem having only a conjectural answer, but your audience will have no questions or problems enjoying this tasty musical offering. The rhythmic groove, imagin...

A conundrum is defined as a question or problem having only a conjectural answer, but your audience will have no questions or problems enjoying this tasty musical offering. The rhythmic groove, imagin...

Though entirely original, the melodies of Two Renaissance Sketches come alive with their modal harmonies and tasteful, dance-like percussion accompaniments which are typical of the period. A stately c...

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of...

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of...

This lyrical piece provides the young band with many opportunities for expressive playing. A simple, memorable melody sets the stage for interesting harmonic and textural treatments by all sections of...