Esprit (Marching Band)

Raucous and witty, this arrangement features the percussion section with the full band at the beginning and end. The long accelerando gives this an exciting finish.

Bach may not have appreciated his music being associated with the horror genre, but this is sure a great way to start a Halloween show for marching band!! Sorry, J. S.

One of the most imposing and threatening themes ever written! Jay's powerful chart will make even younger bands sound impressive.

Using the familiar licks from these two blockbuster hits from Saturday Night Fever, this chart allows you to briefly feature the woodwinds as well as trumpets. Perfect as a dance number.

From Hitchcock's classic fright film, just try not to cringe and squirm when you hear the strains of this hauntingly familiar theme.

From the recent Broadway production The Civil War: An American Musical, this powerful song contains a wealth of musical drama and depth. Jay has created a dramatic closing production from this wonderf...

Here's a dynamic opening production on this famous song from the Civil War era. Impressive sounds for younger groups with plenty of musical variety.

Jay brings a unique and poignant treatment to this well-known song. With beautiful colors and harmonies woven throughout, the piece builds to an emotional climax before returning to a quiet ending.

Skillfully crafted as a production number, this arrangement starts softly featuring the low brass and woodwinds. Later the percussion section is added and the tempo is picked up for a powerful finish.

This well-known Irish jig makes a spirited opener for the field. The woodwinds have a nice opportunity to be featured at the start and are then joined by the trumpets. After a brief section in triple...

From the popular Peanuts television specials here is a clever arrangement of the familiar happy main theme. Includes a short written or ad lib solo for trumpet during the swing middle section. Sure to...

From the soundtrack of the acclaimed movie The Patriot, this powerful arrangement features solid brass writing and a counter-line for flutes or piccolos. Dynamically scored for younger groups!

Beautifully scored for the field, this very effective production number allows your band to explore lighter textures and softer dynamics. Woodwinds play a prominent role and there are short solo segme...

After a slow and majestic opening, the tempo picks up with the familiar strains from Carmen. Creative use of the entire dynamic range contributes to the overall effect of this terrific production/clos...

This is not just another patriotic arrangement! Michael Brown has beautifully crafted a version for younger bands that includes stately and emotional strains contrasted with a bluesy gospel flavor. An...

Get the shades ready, here come Jake and Elwood with their two signature tunes. Open the show with the up-tempo I Can't Turn You Loose, then slip into the funky sounds of Soul Man.

This well-known medium funk tune features the signature trumpet riffs along with a short stop-time section to feature your percussion. Great for movin' and groovin'!

This opener takes us to the symphonic rock style of the group STYX with the powerful strains of Grand Illusion, followed by the driving rhythms of Renegade.

Featuring two of the best-known hits from the group STYX, this production/concert number starts with effective woodwind colors and a brief trumpet solo. The low brass carry the lead on the rockin' Too...

This well-known anthem by the group STYX makes a perfect closing number. Starting quietly with a trumpet soloist, this arrangement then builds solidly to the familiar up-tempo chorus with the ensemble...

John has skillfully used a variety of styles and tempos in creating this very effective opener/production number. The opening section is fast and furious before switching to a medium swing groove. The...

One of the highlights from the movie is this distinctive and moderately paced dance feature. Woodwinds and horns get a chance to shine on this one!

This effective production number is written in a medium tempo swing style. The melody is skillfully traded around to various sections, and the feel alternates between a 2-beat feel and solid swing.