THESE SHOWS ARE DESIGNED FOR BANDS WITH “STANDARD” INSTRUMENTATION. WHEN YOU CLICK “SHOW DETAILS”, THE INSTRUMENTATION WILL HAVE THE EXACT INSTRUMENTATION LISTED
INSTRUMENTATION IS TYPICALLY SET AS: Flu. 1-2, Clar. 2-3, Bass. Clar., A. Sx. 1-2, T. Sx., B. Sx | Tpts 2-3, Mello. 1-2, Low Brass 2-3, Tuba. Percussion varies, depending on the perc. arranger.
FEUDING FAMILIES (new)
FEUDING FAMILIES is a marching band show based on Shakespeare’s story of Romeo & Juliet. The show has four movements: 1. Families Meet 2. Romeo and Juliet Meet 3. Families Collide 4. Peace at Last. Features are: Flute solo, Bari Sax Solo.
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EVOLUCION' (new)
EVOLUCION’- The Making of A People is a marching band show that is a musical description of how the ancient Aztecs have evolved to the modern citizens of Mexico. There are three movements: Our Beginning, Remember Me, and Celebration. Features are: Flute solo, trombone duet, mellophone/trombone duet, and trumpet duet.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
MARS (new)
MARS! – This marching band show brings two composers of different genres together. Gustav Holst meets Bruno Mars. The three arrangements pull elements from their popular works. Features are: Mellophone, Euphonium, Euphonium quartet.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
REACH FOR THE STARS (new)
REACH FOR THE STARS is a marching band show to inspire students to set individual and group goals, and to give it everything they have to achieve them. There are 3 mvts. Features are: Duet – Euph./A.Sx, Tpt. solo, Qrt-Saxes, Brass Qnt., and Euph. solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
AS I SIT AND WONDER (new)
AS I SIT AND WONDER This marching show is about a young person thinking about what path his or her life will take as they transition towards adulthood. Features are: Soprano Sax solo, and Clarinet solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
TWISTER - THE GAME (new)
TWISTER – THE GAME is a marching band show that can use the visual elements along with the choreography game. There are 4 mvts. Features are: Clar. & Euph. solos, and Mello. & Euph. duet.
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AT FIRST SIGHT
The title of the show has been shortened from the phrase “Love At First Sight”. This spanish flavored show is a musical description of how love comes around with 1. DESEO (desire), 2. Anticipar (anticipation), and 3. Amor (love). Part one features your flute soloist. Part two features your alto saxophone soloist in a beautiful ballad. Part 3 “Amor” – will feature your trombone soloist and the percussion section.
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WITH A TWIST
This marching band show uses familiar melodies and then “twists” them into something unexpected. Part 1 – Uses a Shostakovich melody and mashes it with another melody. Part 2 – Uses another melody by the same composer, and then “twists” it into a latin chart. The 2nd half of this segment is a ballad. Part 3 – Takes the melodies heard and “twists” them again. Features are: Flu. duet, Sax ens., Flu./Melo. duet, and Tpt solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
THE FAIREST ONE OF ALL
The tale of the young princess and her evil stepmother, the Wicked Queen, is widely known. The Queen was jealous of the girl’s beauty. This jealousy culminates in the Queen’s attempt on the sweet, naive girl’s life. Features are: Clar. solo, Sax Qrt., Flu. solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
THE HALLOWEEN TREE
THE HALLOWEEN TREE is a marching band show inspired by Ray Bradbury’s book of the same name. A group of kids trying to search for their friend Pipkin and the meaning of Halloween. Features are: Flute & Clarinet solo, Trio – Mellophone, Low Brass 1 & 2.
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I AM THE SHADOW
This marching band show is inspired by a poem called I Am The Shadow. The show starts out dark, with the perception that our shadow is our dark or evil side. It ends with the acceptance of our shadow, and that it can reflect our good side as well. Features are: Bassoon duet (or Trbs.), Flu. & Mllo. solo, W.W. quartet.
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IN SEARCH OF EL DORADO'S GOLD
IN SEARCH OF EL DORADO’S GOLD is a marching band show adventure in search of the mythical city of gold in South America. to inspire students to set individual and group goals, and to give it everything they have to achieve them. There are 3 movements. Features are: Mellophone solo, Flute solo.
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SUPER HEROES
SUPER HEROES was commissioned as a backdrop to the school’s super hero theme. These popular two movie themes can be used for whatever super hero character them you would like. There are three movements: 1. Hero Grudge Match, 2. The Reckoning, 3. Powers Combined. Features are Mellophone solo, Trumpet solo, and Low Brass solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
GENESIS - A Simple Gift Of Life
This show explores what we have done to our planet (global warming), then moves to try and correct how we have treated (“Starting Over”) our environment, closing with the idea that we have created “A New World”. This show will combine powerful music with a message for your audience. Features are: Recorder duet (flu.) , Trio – tpt/mllo/LB 1, and Trumpet solo.
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FOLLOW THE RED BRICK ROAD
What would have happened if Dorothy (Wizard of Oz), would have chosen to take the path and follow the red brick road instead? This is where you and your staff and create your own version of the story. Features are: Trumpet, Flute, and Mellophone solos.
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BACH TO THE FUTURE
“Bach to the Future” is a marching band show which takes the music of Bach and gives it a modern sound, while combining it with the theme from the movie “Back to the Future. There are 3 mvts. Features are: Alto sax solo
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
CHAIN REACTION
A chain reaction is defined as a series of events in which each induces or influences the next. There are 3 mvts: Fission, Suspended Animation, and Fusion. Features are: Flute solo, and Trumpet solo.
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THE FACTORY
This show is a musical description of the experiences of working in a factory. You will hear “factory-like” sound effects created by your front ensemble and battery. This show features your flute soloist in Part 2.
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NIGHTMARE BEFORE XMAS
Tim Burton’s beloved movie comes to life on your football field. There are three movements. Your audience will have lots of fun as you bring this production to life on your “stage”. Features are: Flute, Flugelhorn, and Trumpet solos.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
A CORNER IN SPACE
It’s time to transport your audience into this science fiction story as they go to “A CORNER IN SPACE.” There are three movements. Features are: Alto Sax solo and dialogue between the W.W. ensemble vs. the Brass ensemble.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
DARK WORLD
DARK WORLD is an entertaining show exploring the age old theme of “good vs evil”, or “dark vs. light”. There are 3 mvts.: Umbra – The Shadowlord, “Aurora, Angel of Light”, and “A New World Awakens.” Features are: Trumpet and Flute solos, Synth. – Organ.
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THE ILLUSIONIST
The Illusionist is a show about a young magician at a traveling carnival performing his magical acts. Part 1 – “Opening Act”, Part 2 – “Girl in the Audience”, and Part 3 – “Bedazzled”. Features are: Trumpet slo, Alto Sax solo, and Flute solo.
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VISION QUEST
VISION QUEST is a marching band show about a young girl going on a vision quest. Her grandfather gives her advice in hopes that she may face the four winds and walk the good road. This show is inspired by a poem by Diana Rosser. Features are: Flute and Alto Sax solos.
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BUSHIDO - Way Of The Warrior
Bushido, meaning “Way of the Warrior”, is used to describe a uniquely Japanese code of conduct adhered to by samurai. There are 3 mvts. – 1. Training with the Elders, 2. Blossoms in the Garden, 3. Defending Our Land. Features are: Flute solo, Alto Flute solo.
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THE COLORS OF CRIME
THE COLORS OF CRIME will be a fun marching band show for your students and the audience with this “cops and robbers” theme. There are three movements: “The Lure of Diamonds”, “Green Money”, and “Caught Red-Handed”. Features are: Flute. Tuba, Alto Sax, and trumpet solos.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
POSEIDON'S WORLD
POSEIDON’S WORLD takes us into the deep oceans where the Greek god Poseidon rules. Poseidon was seen as creating new islands and offering calm seas. There are three movements: 1. The Sea, 2. Beauty Under The Sea, 3. Poseidon’s Wrath. Features are: Low Brass 2 solo, and Trumpet solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
SWAN LAKE
The story of Swan Lake is, Prince Siegfried sees an amazing swan. As he takes aim to shoot, the swan turns into a beautiful woman. The woman tells the prince that she is a princess who has come under the spell of an evil sorcerer. Features are: Tpt. duet, Mello. and LB 1 solos/duet, Trio – Tpt./Mllo./L. Brass 1,
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TALES OF THE WEST
From outlaws, to ghost towns, to the American cowboy, this TALES OF THE WEST is a marching band show will brings to your audience the adventurous times of the Wild Wild West. There are 4 movements. Features are: Flute/Piccolo solo, Electric Guitar, Trumpet/Mellophone duet, and Trumpet solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
EXCALIBUR
A show based on the timeless story of how Arthur became a king as a young boy. This show has an optional pre-show you can use. Features are: Flute solo, Alto sax solo, and a Brass quintet – Trumpets- 2, Mellophone, and Low brass – 2.
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CLOUD 9
CLOUD 9 is a marching band show that will make your audience feel at the end of the show feeling extremely happy, like almost feeling like they are floating on air. There are four mvts. Features are: Trumpet solo, Flute duet, Sax trio, and a flute solo.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
