Together for first time in a single volume, two classic wind band scores: English composer Gustav Holst's First Suite in E-flat for Military Band and Second Suite in F for Military Band. Now entering their second century as part of the wind band repertoire, these works are performed by bands around the world, from school bands to professional military bands. Designed to serve as study scores, each piece has been newly engraved using contemporary publication standards.

Each composer addresses the following topics: Biographical information, The creative process ... how a composer works, Orchestration, Views from the composer to the conductor, Commissioning new works, The teaching of composition, Influential individuals, Ten works all band conductors at all levels should study, Ten composers whose music speaks in especially meaningful ways, The future of the wind band, Other facets of everyday life, Comprehensive list of works for band.

First published in 2011. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Concert Band Music Levels 5-6

An invaluable introduction to the art and craft of musical composition from a distinguished teacher and composer This essential introduction to the art and craft of musical composition is designed to familiarize beginning composers with principles and techniques applicable to a broad range of musical styles, from concert pieces to film scores and video game music. The first of its kind to utilize a style-neutral approach, in addition to presenting the commonly known classical forms, this book offers invaluable general guidance on developing and connecting musical ideas, building to a climax, and other fundamental formal principles. It is designed for both classroom use and independent study.

(Meredith Music Resource). A focus on the development of the wind band/ensemble and its literature as a medium of artistic musical expression. Incredibly insightful and written by perhaps the most knowledgeable person in the field today.

(Meredith Music Resource). This outstanding "one-of-a-kind" text was designed to assist the conductor in achieving a personal interpretation of music.