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.
AZTECS - DISCIPLES OF THE SUN
The Aztecs were known as the “people of the sun.” Although extinct now, you can bring them back to life with the colors, visual backdrops, and the dynamic music of James Barnes and Alfred Reed. Features are: Solos -Sop. Sax, Flute, Eng. Horn, and A. Sax.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
CIRCUITS
CIRCUITS – An electronic circuit is composed of individual electronic components, such as resistors, transistors, capacitors, inductors and diodes. This show is begging for visual light effects to emphasize circuitry! Features: Solos- Mello, Trb., Tpt., and A. Sax.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
aMAZE - NO WAY OUT
aMAZE – No Way Out – This marching band show provides unlimited visual themes, moments, and colors underlying the experience of going through a maze. There are 4 movements: Entrance, Run, Dead End, and Escape. Solos: Trumpet, Alto Sax, and Clarinet.
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RAGING MACHINES
RAGING MACHINES – This aggressive show paints a picture of machines in control in the future. There are three movements. This show is certain to get your crowd on their feet! Features: Solos- Flute, Trumpet, Clarinet, and Alto sax.
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THE 5TH ELEMENT
THE FIFTH ELEMENT was inspired by the movie of the same name. This show has five movements. Each movement represents “the classical elements.” 1. Earth, 2. Wind, 3. Water, 4. Fire, and our new one 5. Humankind. Features: Clar., A.Sx, Mllo., Flu. solos.
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GUARDIAN OF THE LOST SOULS
The title spins a dark quality to the show, but the music provides a variety of styles and emotions as the Guardian leads the lost souls to a new dawn. There are four movements. Features: Flute choir, Saxes, and a Bari Sax -Bass Clarinet duet.
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HYPERSPACE
HYPERSPACE is a dimension accessible from Earth whose physical laws differ from Earth’s. This modern show presents opportunities to explore unique drill movements, voice overs about “space”, unique costumes for the guard, and creative backdrops behind the band. Features: Solos- A. Sx, Mllo., Tpt., and Flu.
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THE GOLDEN SPIKE
THE GOLDEN SPIKE is known as the ceremonial final spike driven to join the rails of the First Transcontinental Railroad. There are three movements. Your audience will enjoy this show as they explore the new frontier. Features: Solos – Flute, Alto Sax, Trumpet, and Mellophone. Trombone quartet.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
MESSENGERS OF LIGHT & DARK
MESSENGERS OF LIGHT and DARK is a marching band show inspired by Ticheli’s wonderful work for band – Angels in Architecture. Features are: Vocalist, and Clarinet solo.
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ENCHANTED FOREST
This show was inspired by the motion picture “Avatar”. There are 3 movements -“Nature Awakes”, “Darwin Amongst the Machines”, and “Survival of the Fittest. Features: Flute solo, Trumpet Solo, Clarinet solo.
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE
As Robert F. Kennedy said “The purpose of life is to contribute in some way to making things better.” MAKING A DIFFERENCE was commissioned by a band wanting to send a message to their students and audience that we all can make a difference in one way or the other. With Holsinger’s “American Faces” and Cohen’s “Hallelujah, this show should impact everyone. Features are: Baritone solo, and Alto Sax solo.
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emBELLished
emBELLished is a marching band show that uses some of it’s musical resources with tunes that have “bells” in the title of the song. The various styles and colors in the music will definitely give you “kudos” with the judges. The visual opportunities are endless. There are three movements. Features are: Tenor Sax solo, Soprano Sax solo, Alto Sax solo, Mellophone solo, Clarinet solo, and Trombone choir (6 parts).
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
DRAGON
DRAGON is a story about a samurai warrior, his wife, and a dragon. To get more details about the storyline, please click below. There are four movements. Act. 1 – Death of a Samurai, Act 2 – A New Samurai Arises, Act 3 – Battle, Act 4 – Samurai and the Dragon. Features are: Oboe solo (cued in flu. or cla.), and Flute solo.
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LIGHT AT THE END ...
Light At The End – The storyline behind this show was on two levels. First – it is based on the familiar story of the transformation of “dark to light.” Second – a relationship between two people. How two people can take different paths and yet destined to join on the same path. Solos for Sop. Sx, Alto Sx, Ten Sx., & Bari. Sx
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WHAT DREAMS MAY COME
WHAT DREAMS MAY COME is a dynamic marching band show with musical sources ranging from Mingus to Gillingham. This would be an excellent show to be a backdrop to segments with various colors attributed to it. There are 3 mvts. Features: Solos – Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Mellophone, Trb./Bar., and Tuba. Horn Trio.
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ANOMALY
ANOMALY – This marching band show is a musical description of the old time traveling carnivals with various acts to entertain and shock the audience. Are you willing to take your audience to this show? There are three movements. Features are: Trumpet Solo, Flute solo, and “flashy” small ens. work in mvt. 3.
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A WINTER AWAKENING
This show is a musical description of the beginning of Winter. The segments are titled: Wind, Snowflakes, and Storm. The first segment features an Oboe soloist. The second segment features a fluegal horn and alto sax duet. The 3rd segment has some great percussion feature moments with a strong ending.
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
MAGNETISM
This show provides many opportunities drill wise, as well as musically, to demonstrate the forces involved with magnets. You have positive/attract, neutral, and negative/repel forces, or musically speaking, tension and release. This show features an alto saxophone, alto and tenor sax, and mellophone duet.
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LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW is a wonderful love story filled with drama and action. There are three movements – 1. The Hollow, 2. Ichobod and Katrina, and 3. The Chase. Features: Flute solo, Trumpet solo, Trumpet duet, Mellophone solo, Euphonium solo.
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MACHINES
MACHINES – Robots from another planet invade earth.T his marching band show gives your audience a story to see how humans come together from all over the world to overcome adversity and stop the invasion. Features are: Low Brass 1 solo and Flute solo..
Some or all mvts. require Copyright Licensing.
ELEMENTALS
ELEMENTALS is a marching band show about the basic elements of man – FIRE, WATER, AIR, and EARTH. There are three movements. Air and Water are combined into one movement. Features: Trumpet solo and Alto Sax solo.
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