FJH Concert Band

This musical celebration embraces our human nature to constantly strive higher. Everyone must climb a personal "mountain," and this metaphor reminds us to continue our journey and never stop - even wh...

This riveting new celebration pulls out all the stops, including dynamic brass fanfares, woodwind flourishes, and an exciting multimetered melody with a dancelike quality. The piece explores an ever-c...

Let the emotion pour off your stage with this powerful composition. Opening with exciting woodwind flourishes and contrasting fanfares, the piece eventually moves into a sensitive passage featuring be...

Embark on a thrill ride that progresses through different stages of motion. Sections include Perpetual Motion; Locomotion (based on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway stationed in the town that commissione...

Both tragic and inspirational, this work takes you on an emotional roller coaster. In memory of a high school senior, the piece receives its title from the eulogy delivered by his band director. The o...

Depicting a harrowing night of ghosts and horse chases, this intriguing work recalls the very night Ichabod Crane was chased by the Headless Horseman. The dark atmosphere is immediately conveyed as sl...

Your students will experience the wonders of the cosmos with this awe-inspiring overture perfect for concerts, contests, or festivals. A sparkling introduction sets the mood for the uplifting heroic t...

Experience the raw power of one of nature's greatest spectacles, the thunderstorm. The aggressive pace of this exciting work provides the backdrop for the main element, the thunder sheet. Exciting the...

Based on the paintings of Norman Rockwell, this lyrical work captures a sense of pure simplicity. A haunting main theme explores several different tonal centers as the work continues to develop and bu...

The lyrical lines of this heart-wrenching composition were inspired by a letter from an 8-year-old girl to a soldier overseas. Using elements of Brahm's Lullaby, Eternal Father Strong to Save, and Ech...

Commissioned by the same group that premiered Moscow, 1941, this incredible new work chronicles the World War II miracle involving the only Americans to ever escape from a sunken submarine. Beginning...

From the opening fanfare to the powerful rhythmic statement of the ending, this exuberant work will keep the audience on the edge of their seats! The large percussion section is featured extensively a...

Begin your concert with this dynamic fanfare that has strong film score overtones. Moving through a series of compelling themes, this work is dramatic, yet won't place serious demands on chops. After...

This lyrical work reminds us to take time and reflect on the wonderful moments from the past. While nostalgic and dreamy, this work also points toward the future with its dramatic and powerful lines....

Long lyrical lines are highlighted by ever-changing harmonies and textures in this beautiful work. Intentionally designed to be playable by bands with moderate range and technique, this work focuses o...

Inspired by the inner workings of a mechanical wristwatch, Caliber contrasts the steady rhythmic nature of watches with broad flowing melodies. Rute sticks are used to mimic the sound of a ticking wat...

Open your concert with this brilliant and joyful work. After a bold introduction, a buoyant melody emerges from the lower voices of the ensemble, surrounded by brief fanfares and punctuations that res...

Based on Abraham Lincoln’s famous speech in 1858 about slavery, this contemplative work weaves original material with America to depict the tension in the House of Representatives. Often, the melody t...

This magnificent three-movement work pays homage to the House of Tudor, a European royal house that ruled England and Ireland in the 16th century. A blithely woodwind anthem and a rollicking dance her...

Mischief and fun abound in this magical work that evokes images of some of our favorite young wizards, including the sorcerer’s apprentice. A mystical opening features flute and percussion before movi...

Celebrate the collaborative energy of young musicians with this exciting concert opener that features numerous sections throughout the ensemble. The lively opening continues to build throughout the wo...

Program this alternative to a traditional concert march as the opener or closer for your next concert! This tribute to the dastardly villains of the silent movie era will excite your performers and ha...

Experience the fire and ferocity of the Chinese Ming Dynasty military through this bold, explosive work! Boisterous war drums and an imposing melodic statement are at the forefront of the Mongol Attac...

This enchanting, off-kilter waltz depicts shifting scenes at a magical ball. The work draws the audience in with a soft timpani roll at the beginning and builds momentum all the way to the conclusion....

Written as a duet for any two instruments and band, this work represents the idea of moving through a gate from one phase of life into the next. Perfect for featuring a specific section, group of tale...