Mark Williams
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Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
1812 Overture
This powerful arrangement makes one of Tchaikovsky’s most popular and dramatic orchestral works accessible for grade 3 concert bands. The expressive chorale that opens the work has been reworked for brass and bass clarinet, and its dramatic restatement near the end of the piece has been transposed down a perfect fourth so your trumpets will ring through right to the end. Mark Williams also offers some creative alternatives to achieve the cannon sounds. Close your next concert with this all-time classic!SKU: AL17116 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 4
A Winter’s Carol
Yet another masterful holiday arrangement from Mark Williams! A slow, wintry opening sets the tone for a lovely rendition of “O Come, O Come, Immanuel.” The hand-off of running sixteenth notes give students a chance to hone their ensemble skills. A contrasting tutti section provides a rich, majestic scoring of the popular carol, with flourishes in the brass. The closing Adagio section returns to the somber mood of the opening. A wonderful mood-setter for holiday programs!SKU: AL16503 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Albemarle Fantasy
This exciting overture is full of driving rhythms and melodic interest. From the syncopated allegro in 3/4 time (with hints of 6/8 ) to the reflective 4/4 andante, this work abounds with colorful harmonies and opportunities for musical expression. All sections get a chance to shine! Perfect for concert and contest programs!SKU: AL26801 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
All Through the Silent Night
In this gorgeous arrangement by Mark Williams, the Welsh hymn “All Through the Night” and the favorite Austrian carol “Silent Night” coexist easily in this unique setting for young bands. A beautiful change of pace for your next holiday program.SKU: AL22249 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Allegro from Water Music
Your audience is sure to recognize this famous melody from Water Music. Mark Williams has skillfully arranged this classic for your young band. You may also perform this work as the first part of a three-movement suite by following this arrangement with the Water Music arrangement found on page 21 of the Accent on Achievement, Book 2.SKU: AL23272 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Andromeda Overture
Trumpet melodies soar over a background of driving eighth notes in this contemporary overture by Mark Williams. The Allegro uses syncopation and full band scoring to start this one off with a bang. The Andante features a trumpet solo and rich accompaniments for a tranquil mood. The main theme returns for an exciting finish. A perfect opener for your festival or concert!SKU: AL5652 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Attack of the Cyclops
The driving, accented rhythms of this exciting work are sure to energize and motivate your beginning band students. Depicting an ancient attack by the legendary one-eyed monster, this piece is a sonic powerhouse for the young band. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 19.SKU: AL20661 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Australian Folk Fantasy
This tribute to the land “down under” features several Australian folk songs reflecting the heritage of this great country. Introduce your students to the homeland of Percy Grainger with this fine arrangement. Titles: The Queensland Drover * Click Go the Shears * Eugowra Rocks * With My Swag Upon My Shoulder * Kookaburra.SKU: AL18228 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Ave Verum Corpus
“Ave Verum Corpus” is one of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s most popular works and a mainstay of the sacred choral repertoire. Originally written for choir with strings and organ, this arrangement for young concert band faithfully preserves the spirit of the original masterpiece. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 2, page 25, this selection is an ideal vehicle for working on intonation, blend and balance with your band.SKU: AL24635 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1.5
Bach March and Musette
These two pieces from the Notebook for Anna Magdalena Bach have been a favorite of keyboard players for centuries. This skillful arrangement finally brings these great classics well within the reach of the developing young band. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 2, page 23, this two-movement work can serve as a vehicle for introducing your band to an important period of music history.SKU: AL22246 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 2
Beethoven’s Fifth Christmas
You’ve never heard Beethoven’s fifth symphony like this! Themes from three movements of this famous symphony are combined with familiar carols in the fun style you’ve come to expect from Mark Williams. Make Beethoven’s Fifth Christmas a wacky addition to your next holiday program.
SKU: AL18807 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Bryce Canyon Overture
This bold work depicts the geological wonder of the rock formations in the Bryce Canyon area of southern Utah. Opening with a fanfare, the composition moves through a variety of moods including a reflective 3/4 middle section. This is an excellent program selection for first- and second-year bands. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 26.SKU: AL17132 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Campbell River Sketches
Here’s a dramatic work inspired by the beauty of the Campbell River in British Columbia. It features two contrasting themes that will really excite your maturing players. The first movement, Ballad, is a lyrical piece in the British folk song style. The second movement, March, is in 6/8 time. It opens with an accented, syncopated rhythmic motif that reoccurs throughout the work. (Grade 3)SKU: AL5196 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 3
Capriccio Espagnol
Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol is known worldwide as one of the masterworks of orchestration. Not losing any of the original’s energy, this fiery arrangement by Mark Williams brings the enchanting flavor of Spain instantly to life. This version is heightened by the great use of quick eighth-note unison passages, brilliant woodwind parts powerful and full percussion scoring. Its fast-paced melody and explosive finale will grab your audience’s attention right from the start and let them know they’re in for a thrilling concert experience.SKU: AL4374 -
Concert Band, Concert Band Grade: 1
Cardiff Castle
The sounds of a valiant knight going into battle are heard in this powerful original by Mark Williams. Correlated with Accent on Achievement, Book 1, page 13, this work uses only seven notes yet sounds surprisingly sophisticated. Named after the famous castle in Cardiff, Wales, this selection will make your first-year band sound great. An excellent introduction to the modal sounds of Medieval and Celtic music.
SKU: AL19501
