Concert Band New Releases

Teachers keep coming back to John Williams' Cantina Band and Star Wars Main Theme, both Grade 1.5 and Grade 1 respectively, for their combination of immediate appeal and musical substance. Roland Barrett's Arabian Dances at Grade 2 remains a cornerstone title for intermediate bands, while JaRod Hall's Tripwire offers the kind of contemporary energy that holds ensemble attention without sacrificing musicality.

Recent additions include Todd Stalter's Futurescape, Brian Balmages' TRACK OF TITANS/MDB, Scott Watson's Bright Horizon, Timothy Loest's Skeleton Crew, and Kenley Kristofferson's Winter Song, all published in June 2026 and available as conductor scores and parts.

Michael Story has 660 titles in this collection and remains one of the most reliable voices for accessible concert band writing. His Sleigh Ride is a perennial favorite, and teachers value his ability to write material that sounds mature while remaining playable for younger ensembles.

Robert Sheldon's 436 titles reflect his standing as one of the most performed composers of wind band music today. He authored Sound Innovations for Concert Band and has won numerous awards from the American School Band Director's Association and ASCAP. His Appalachian Morning exemplifies the expressive depth that resonates with both ensembles and audiences.

Brian Balmages spans orchestral, band, and chamber music with equal fluency across 430 titles. His work has been performed everywhere from Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center to elementary school gyms, and Wings to the Mind demonstrates why his music engages players at every level.

Robert W. Smith brings prolific output and consistent quality across 423 titles, with The Great Locomotive Chase standing as one of his most widely adopted works. As one of America's most popular concert band and orchestral composers, Smith's music appears in programs nationwide and reflects his deep background in both music education and professional composition.