“Klar zum Gefect” (Action Front) was published in 1912. The title is a naval term used in preparation for combat - “man the guns.” As this is a German march, a tempo between 104-112 beats per minute would be most appropriate.
Grade Level: 4; 4.5; 5; 5.5; 6…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: H.L. Blankenburg, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications
Dive into the magic of Mozart’s masterpiece with a modern twist! Alla Rondo World re-imagines the iconic third movement from his Piano Sonata in A Major, K. 331, “Rondo Alla Turca,” in a set of stylistic variations orchestrated for wind ensemble. Experience…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Jackson Riffle
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Written in 1915, the background of America First has not been well documented. It is believed that Losey choose this particular title as a result of World War I taking place during the time the march was composed. As the original purpose of a march was for…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Frank H. Losey, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications
RBC Publication’s Legacy of the March Series brings you timeless marches meticulously edited by Dr. Timothy Rhea. These works - beautifully engraved, are the perfect addition to your march library. Within this catalog you will find works by legendary march…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Charles Wesley Parker, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications
Inspired by the Book of Revelation, Gillingham's Angels of the Apocalypse is a dramatic work that features lush, chromatic harmonies, gorgeous lyrical lines and sweeping, breathtaking arpeggios. This is not a piece to overlook!Program NotesAngels of the…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: David R. Gillingham
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Written in 1901, Army & Marine won the march composition contest sponsored by the London publishing house of Hawkes & Son. Zehle was still in German military service when this march was composed. He was undoubtedly grateful to the sailors who helped…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Wilhelm Zehle, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications
Robert Thurston uses the U.S. Navy Hymn, Eternal Father, Strong to Save, as a starting point for his expansive Atlantic Rhapsody, using the tune’s melodic motifs to create moods ranging from reflective and prayerful to buoyant and adventurous. With his usual…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Robert Thurston
Publisher: Excelcia Music Publishing
The B.B. and C.F. March was commissioned by John Henry Iles around 1923, following the consolidation of the British Bandsman and The Contest Field, two periodicals that were greatly dedicated to brass bands. This outstanding concert march was been published…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: James Ord Hume, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications
French composer Jacques Offenbach’s opera, Voyage to the Moon was written in 1875 and is based on on Jules Verne’s novel From the Earth to the Moon. The opera was an elaborate fantastical affair with 4 Acts, 24 sets, 673 costumes and two full ballets with…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Jacques Offenbach, John R. Bourgeois
Publisher: Wingert-Jones Publications
The “Battle of the Winds” is a technical showcase in march form. Charles Duble’s experience as a low brass (trombone) player is particularly evident in the second strain of this march. From the first note, to the final stinger, the execution of the individual…
Style: Concert Band
Composer: Charles E. Duble, Timothy Rhea
Publisher: RBC Publications