Arrangements for Elementary Band

So beautifully written and so perfect for any Christmas concert or pageant, this 19th-century melody will surely become an indispensable part of your music library. Very easy to play.

We were mindful of the limited stamina of beginning musicians when we wrote this abbreviated version of our best-selling "Holiday Medley".  This work is comprised of "Jolly Old St. Nicholas"...

Light, airy scoring gives new life to this old favorite.  Also known as "Way Down Upon the Swanee River", it's a real basic that is perfect for teaching or performance....

This absolutely wonderful arrangement of a lovely, nostalgic hymn can be easily mastered by 1st year musicians.  A worthy addition to your school's sacred music library.  Highly recommended.   Your...

Our writers cooked up a tasty blend of "The Boar's Head Carol", "Masters In This Hall", and "The Holly And The Ivy" into a sweet confection of a holiday medley....

Nice blending of melody and harmony will make your first year students sound great.  This song is easily recognized and loved by everyone.  Very playable by students with one to...

A powerfully reverent treatment of a traditional hymn.  This much loved tune will fit well with your other spring concert selections.  Excellent scoring throughout.   Your browser does not support...

What a terrific processional march for a holiday assembly!  This is a great addition to your band's portfolio and a real parent pleaser.  Remarkably playable by students with all levels...

"Peter's Theme" is one of the most recognized melodies in all classical music and a favorite of both young musicians and audience members alike.  This lyrical and vibrant adaptation is...

Borodin's classic work is quite possibly one of the most well recognized and beautiful songs ever written.  This deliciously harmonic treatment is guaranteed to enthrall your audiences for many years...

We have arranged this well-known processional march into a fantastic version that beginning bands will be able to play with ease.  Every teacher should include this versatile and useful piece...

An impressive march that will have your audience clapping along to the lively rhythm.  A strong arrangement makes it easily playable by 2nd and 3rd year students.  A superb arrangement...

This medley is about as traditional as they come.  Two entertaining railroad songs, I've Been Working On The Railroad and Paddy On The Railway are masterfully combined for beginning bands....

This recognizable military tune, often played by fife and drum corps, takes on a rich sound in this well orchestrated arrangement.  Your audience will be whistling this catchy melody long after...

Written specifically for your first year students, this arrangement of the popular folk song belongs in every beginning band's portfolio.  Great instructional piece as well as an excellent concert selection....

This outstanding selection of best-known Civil War songs includes Battle Hymn of the Republic, Dixie, Aura Lea and Tenting Tonight.  This medley will move your audience to reflect on one...

All the romance of the Age of Chivalry shines through in this fantastic arrangement.  This medley, which combines "The Queen's Dolour", "Greensleeves", and "Scarborough Fair" will be perfect for Spring...

Three well-known Revolutionary War era tunes, "Yankee Doodle", "Chester", and "British Grenadiers" make for a truly entertaining medley.  Stirring, yet easy to play and fun to play.

Based on simple scales, set in 3/4 time.  This warm-up exercise is a great way to let your whole band loosen up before any session.  Features dotted quarter with eights....

Although not as widely known as some, this cheerful offering remains a mainstay in our collection of historical sea tunes written exclusively for elementary band.  Everyone who has tried this...

A moving pastoral version of a wonderful, old hymn.  An excellent choice that will bring a touch of reverence to any performance.  Well orchestrated yet still very playable.   Your...

We recently discovered this historic Irish marching song and although it may not be familiar to you, this marvelous tune is sure to become one of your favorite numbers.  A...

Here's the piece that will teach your students to love the classics.  Simplified for young bands, it still retains all of it's stirring beauty.  The "Rondeau" is a splendid performance...

Our talented arrangers have done it again by adapting Gliere's colorful work specifically for 2nd to 3rd year students.  From the slow, deliberate opening to the intense and jubilant finish,...

In answer to your numerous requests for a religious medley, we have joined our three best selling hymns.  "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God", "Nearer My God To Thee" and...

Excellent, simplistic set of warm-up exercise with repeating harmonized scales in Eb.  The perfect arrangement for teaching 2/4 time.   Your browser does not support the audio element.

Recognized by most people as a 1960's folk song, this sweetly mysterious medley is actually much older.  Really nice selection for Spring concerts or festivals.  Very easy to play.

A wonderful march by Handel, artfully written for your 2nd to 3rd year students. This would make a great festival piece.  It's well arranged and worth a try by your...

You'll have the urge to do the Highland Fling when you hear your band play this spirited tune.  Your musicians will enjoy working on this piece and you'll be proud...

A terrific combination of three traditional Scottish melodies:  "Annie Laurie", "Loch Lomond", and "Scotland The Brave".  Beautiful songs, wonderful arrangement, everything you need for a great performance.   Your browser...