Mark Williams
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
Fantasy on “Yankee Doodle”
This is a refreshing and exciting work! Yankee Doodle seems like such a simple melody, but it’s amazing how well Mark Williams develops it using a set of variations. Although opened by a humorous statement of the theme by solo tuba, you’ll soon find that this is not a novelty piece . . . the varied styles and moods are displayed in well-written music that is perfectly held together by the original theme. Excellent!SKU: AL12976 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Festival of the Gladiators
This bold new work will appeal to the imagination and sense of adventure of younger instrumentalists with its driving beat and heroic harmonies. Perfect as an closer for your next concert, or as a selection for contest season. Correlates to Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 15.SKU: AL23276 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Finale from Brahms’s Symphony No. 1
This easy arrangement from one of the most popular symphonies of all time remains remarkably faithful to the spirit of the original. Starting with a rousing cut-time intro, it moves through a beautiful chorale section to the famous lyric theme, which leads to its ultimate conclusion in a return of the opening music. A great introduction to the works of Brahms. (2:00)
Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 2, page 28.SKU: AL29442 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Flight of the Condor
This driving original by Mark Williams depicts the flight of the majestic condor along the rugged Pacific coast. Once common, but now endangered, this bird’s lonely travels are reflected in the minor tone of this exciting work for young band. Cast in ABA form, a brief slow middle section is followed by a return to the brilliant “Allegro vivo” of the opening. Punctuated by strong horn/sax lines and syncopated percussion figures, this selection is destined to become a favorite of students and audiences.
SKU: AL19521 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Hark! the Herald Trumpets Swing
The joint is jumpin’ this holiday season with this creative trumpet-section feature. You’ll hear several favorite carols in swing style, including solo breaks for up to 3 soloists, along with some “swingin'” choreography. Your kids and audiences are gonna love this one!SKU: AL17138 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3.5
Hawkeye Festival Overture
Hawkeye Festival Overture begins with a bright opening fanfare which leads to a rhythmic Allegro section. An Andante section in 3/4 time features a lyric trumpet solo and numerous harmonic suspensions. A driving percussion interlude in 5/4 with a gradual pyramid that builds in the winds leads to a return of the Allegro. The work ends with a powerful re-statement of the syncopated 5/4 motives and finishes with a flourish. This very appealing work is well-suited for developing concert bands and should provide excellent opportunities for studies in general musicianship, intonation and rhythmic precision.SKU: AL23315 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Honor Roll March
Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 33, this rousing original march by Mark Williams is an excellent choice for your next concert or contest program. Featuring catchy syncopated figures and active percussion breaks, this piece also includes a lyric trio section that provides opportunities for developing your band’s musicianship and tone quality. (2:55)SKU: AL22245 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Jackson Lake Overture
This outstanding work was the winner of the Western International Band Clinic Gralia Award. It kicks-off with a strong, heroic Maestoso fanfare which leads to a rhythmic Allegro. The syncopated main theme is later transformed into a flowing 3/4 Moderato in the Lydian mode. (Grade 3)SKU: AL5667 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Jingle Bells and Jungle Drums
Feature your percussion section in this wacky arrangement by Mark Williams. Things are swinging to the jungle beat as Christmas carols are played in hilarious fashion over a bass line and drum section reminiscent of Sing, Sing, Sing. An excellent light choice for your next holiday program.SKU: AL16532 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Jupiter (from The Planets)
The gorgeous chorale from this most famous of Holst’s orchestral works has been exquisitely scored for this version for young band by Mark Williams. The potential for expressive playing and development of sensitivity in this arrangement is virtually limitless. A superior choice for developing musicality.SKU: AL16536 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Kings from the East
For your next holiday concert, combine the mystery of the East with one of the world’s most beloved Christmas carols in this creative depiction of the Three Kings’ famous journey. Exotic scales and rich harmonies meet to create a powerful performance experience. This unique arrangement is correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 21.
SKU: AL18780 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Korean Hill Song
The beautiful, well-known folk song “Arirang” is featured in this creative adaptation by Mark Williams. Colorful percussion writing and solos for alto saxophone and flute help to establish the tone of this very interesting arrangement. John Barnes Chance also used this folk song, named for Arirang Hill, near Seoul, in the concert band classic Variation on a Korean Folk Song. Take advantage of this great opportunity for younger musicians to experience this amazing melody!
SKU: AL19520