Music Works Grade 2

Composed by Calvin Custer in 1989, this is one of his most dynamic works for young players. It's a bold and lively concert opener written in one tempo, sure to add a commanding spirit to concert and c...

Need a light and tasty change of pace? Michael Sweeney has written a fun Latin style tyne that is right in the pocket for young bands. It's got plenty of percussion to keep a section busy and features...

This impressive work by John Higgins is a descriptive essay for band, reflecting the mysteries of Native American peoples and their kinship with nature. The varied musical sections are subtitled: Ench...

What a marvelous work for younger bands! Based on the famous pentatonic Korean folk song, it features easy, colorful percussion effects. A striking change of pace.

What a marvelous work for younger bands! Based on the famous pentatonic Korean folk song, it features easy, colorful percussion effects. A striking change of pace.

This colorful concert work is based on folk themes of central Africa. It features traditional concert band percussion instruments throughout and easy, repetitive syncopation for the entire band. Secti...

MusicWorks - Grade 2 One of the classics of young band literature, this composition by James Curnow is found on many state lists throughout the country. Described as a song of jubilation, Canticum ope...

This intriguing suite by Paul Jennings is a perfect way to introduce contemporary musical content and relevant programmatic material to young bands. Each of the three short movements explores a differ...

As it explores various moods and sounds of the world's endangered rain forests, this programmatic work gives each section of the band the opportunity to perform harmonies and textures usually found in...

Eric Osterling has done a wonderful job of adapting Handel's famous theme using a variety of instrumental textures and dynamic contrasts. Ideally suited for concert or festival use, this chorale-like...

In this unique programmatic composition, Paul Jennings has captured some of the drama and mystery surrounding the legendary Ghost Dance cult of the Sioux in the late 19th century. A marvelous multicul...

Written in a slow-fast form, the opening slow section features the flute section alternating with full ensemble chorale-like passages. All sections of the band get a chance to be featured in the fast...

A bold and sonorous overture, Flight of Eagles is designed with young players' success in mind. Strong intervals in the melodic writing, interesting percussion, and good pacing for the winds make this...

Here's an imaginative new work for band, programmatic in its approach and refreshing to play or hear. Jay paints a musical picture of a great mountain peak displaying its many moods, from serene to tu...

Michael's exciting new piece for developing groups is one of his best - filled with tone clusters, percussive effects, and a driving rhythmic feel, and a sizzling, climatic coda. Each season, director...