Carl Fischer Music

Concert Band

Grade 1

JWPepper Editor’s Choice

Belligerence, by Carl Fischer Music newcomer John Pasternak, features strong rhythmic content, a memorable melodic figure, and dramatic percussion that is still within reach of beginning students. John drew on his own experience as a music educator to provide students with music they will love to play over and over.

Excelcia Music Publishing

Concert Band

Grade 1.5

Clear Resolve is a heroic piece that encourages students to stand up for their beliefs. Composer John M. Pasternak uses his experience as a music educator to craft a piece that is both exciting, and meaningful to young musicians.

Excelcia Music Publishing

Concert Band

Grade 1.5

John’s unique harmonic ideas and use of ensemble color are on display in this new work for developing ensembles. Explore a dark frontier while reinforcing articulations and dynamic contrast. This one is sure to be an audience pleaser!

Carl Fischer Music

Concert Band

Grade 1

Expeditious begins with fanfare-like harmonies, making this beginning band piece sound unexpectedly advanced. Composer John Pasternak utilizes accessible notes and rhythms in this well-crafted piece for the youngest players while still creating a rich musical experience. Pasternak is fast becoming a go to composer for intriguing works for young bands.

Wingert-Jones Publications

Concert Band

Grade 1.5

Flagship is a great teaching piece for bands wanting to explore 3/4 time. John knows how to score a band to sound big and full!

Excelcia Music Publishing

Concert Band

Grade 1.5

JWPepper Editor’s Choice

Stanton’s 5 Star Feature

Take a midnight sleighride with Flight of Jolly Old St. Nicholas as you rock your way to the end of this piece!  John M. Pasternak does it again with this wonderful new holiday chart that your ensemble and audiences will love.

RWS Music Company

Concert Band

Grade 1

Prepare to take your group to the stars and beyond with Galaxy Defenders. Composed for the young band, John M. Pasternak’s galactic work includes heroic themes, battle scenes and a triumphant finale. Save the galaxy with this epic musical adventure!

Excelcia Music Publishing

Concert Band

Grade 1.5

Low Brass on the Housetop is a fun piece that features an argument between the low brass and the rest of your ensemble. Naturally, the low brass prevails in this clever Christmas-time arrangement.

Excelcia Music Publishing

Concert Band

Grade 1

JWPepper Editor’s Choice

Harkening back to the days when trains were the main mode of transportation, The Overland Route takes the listener on a sentimental train ride. Lush writing, strong melodic content and train sound effects make this piece a winner.

RWS Music Company

Concert Band

Grade 1

Written for beginning band, this energetic processional is a perfect choice for concert, contest or

ceremonial use. A valuable tool for teaching articulations and stylistic contrast, The Royal Horsemen is also a wonderful opener or closer for your next beginning band concert.