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On Silver Wings (c/b) Connor

98/RWS Symphony Band Series 'On Silver Wings' is a moving tribute written in memory of a childhood. Featuring long, lyrical phrases and numerous independent contrapuntal voices, this beautifully reflective work will be an emotionally powerful selection for both festival and concert.

Hymn for the Steadfast (c/b) Connor

98/RWS Concert Band Series A beautiful work composed to honor a beloved music teacher, this piece showcases your woodwind soloists before giving way to the full band. Lyrical and technically accessible, Hymn For The Steadfast will provide ample opportunity to teach phrasing, intonation, and balance. A wise musical and pedagogical choice.

Level Up! (c/b) Connor

98/RWS Developing Band Series Inspired by the gameplay and epic music of role playing video games, this work opens with intensity featuring the percussion with strong contributions by the low brass and woodwinds. A broad triumphant melody highlights the trumpets providing contrast and momentum. With accessible and interesting parts for every section, this work will make an exci ...

Black Sea Journey (c/b) Connor

98/RWS Beginning Band Series Take your young band on an exciting sonic voyage to the Black Sea. Complete with hints of Balkan folk dances, turbulent seas, and echoes of Viking longboats, Black Sea Journey is a powerful piece for the young band. Opportunity for cross-curricular teaching combined with playable parts for each section make Mark J. Connor's work an excellent teachi ...