FJH Concert Band

...Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. This beautiful verse is the center of this haunting work dedicated to a vibrant young lady whose life ended all too soon. While not tec...

This short three-movement work paints a picture of one of the most beautiful and historically rich countries in the world. The first movement, This Proud People, quotes bits of Scotland the Brave, the...

Close your concert with this original Czech-style dance that constantly builds in texture, intensity, and tempo. After an aggressive introduction with full band, clarinets state the melody as the wild...

This four-movement suite is based on a collection of Welsh songs inspired by war and revolution. The first movement, A Mighty Warrior, uses a folk song surrounded by original material, much in the sty...

Get ready to hoist anchor and set sail with this dramatic theme and variations based on the well-known shanty Drunken Sailor. Experience the jaunty, swashbuckling theme as it is passed throughout the...

Based on pentatonic scales and descending melodies (both common to Native American folk music), the music juxtaposes simple melodic lines with a creative rhythmic matrix that supports all other musica...

Based on oral history of the Anishinaabeg, this piece draws its name from Ojibwe historian Basil Johnston, who offered the literal translation of the name as "Spontaneous Beings." Based on authentic f...

Inspired by an Arabic folk song of the same name, the music describes a rainstorm followed by a harvest celebration. Opening with atmospheric sounds, the music slowly increases in intensity, accompani...

Written to celebrate the universal tradition of folksong, this multi-movement suite is based on songs from China, Mexico, and Bulgaria. The piece runs the emotional gamut with nostalgic harmonies, beg...

This fusion rock chart features rhythm section and can also showcase electric guitar. A great way to add a pop element to your program, this piece is also an ideal vehicle to feature your alto or teno...

Experience a New Orleans vibe with this exciting, parade-inspired crowd pleaser! A celebration of music, life, and love, this piece has an infectious rhythmic groove and spirited melody. Elements of j...

Experience a New Orleans vibe with this exciting, parade-inspired crowd pleaser! A celebration of music, life, and love, this piece has an infectious rhythmic groove and spirited melody. Elements of j...

Here is the perfect teaching tool for your daily rehearsal needs year after year. You'll find these chorales ideal for working on students' listening skills, including balance, intonation, and tone qu...

Esta nueva obertura dramática se caracteriza por las florituras de las maderas y las fanfarrias de los metales. La sección lenta y lírica proporciona un maravilloso material de contraste. Un grandioso...

This dramatic new overture features woodwind flourishes and brass fanfares. The slow, lyrical section provides wonderful contrasting material. A grandiose ending makes this piece a "must have" for all...

Excellent for festival or contest, this exciting new overture-style work has a haunting classic march tempo. Features interesting harmonic twists, mysterious themes, and various textures. Modest range...

This lovely ballad utilizes piano with the full concert band, giving the work a rich, vibrant texture. A songlike melody weaves its way through the ensemble in several delightful settings. If you have...

An ideal festival or concert winner, this exciting single-movement work is divided into five main sections. Very programmatic in nature, this piece features lively, energetic themes and swift changes...

Programmatic music at its best, this work has a fast pace that will keep everyone on their toes. Masterfully conceived and written, this piece is very reminiscent of the Shostakovich classics that are...

Marches have long been a staple of the concert band repertoire, and FJH is proud to offer this exciting concert march by Chris Sharp. Bright and spirited throughout, this piece utilizes the rhythmic c...

This exciting new work is based on the griffin, a mythological creature native to India, having the head, legs, and wings of an eagle, and the body of a lion. Starting with open 5ths in the clarinets,...

Absolutely thrilling! This whirlwind of energy evokes the heroic spirit of the early seafarers, those brave sailors who traversed the high seas during the peak of the clipper ship era.

Drawing inspiration from the sketches of Leonardo da Vinci, Erik Morales offers this composition based on da Vinci's sketches relating to art, architecture, industry, and human flight. After an ethere...

This great effects piece will transport your audience back to 1947, the year of the infamous Roswell Incident, when dozens of UFO sightings were reported over a large area of the western United States...

This traditional gallop reflects the excitement and thrill of a high-speed rollercoaster ride. The overall ABA ternary form includes a contrasting middle section at the same speed. Using only traditio...