PerformancePlus+ Concert Band

Teachers keep coming back to Swarm by Brian Beck, a grade 3.5 showpiece that stands as the collection's most popular title. A Nutcracker Assortment by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (grade 2) and Starlight Adventures by Adrian B. Sims (grade 2) are equally strong performers, offering accessible concert repertoire that works for both rehearsal and performance settings. Infinite Quest by Todd Stalter rounds out the core favorites, serving beginning bands with musicality at grade 1.

Brian Beck is a composer, arranger, and clinician whose works have earned "Reviewer's Choice" recognition from The Instrumentalist and J.W. Pepper, and have been featured at TMEA Honor Band concerts and regional marching contests. His Swarm is the clear standout from this collection. Robert Sheldon is among the most performed wind band composers working today and lead author of Sound Innovations for Concert Band. His Voyages (grade 3) has built a steady following within this collection and reflects his gift for expression that connects with both ensembles and audiences. Roland Barrett teaches theory and composition at the University of Oklahoma and serves as musical arranger for the Pride of Oklahoma marching band. His work With Eyes Turned Skyward brings academic rigor and ensemble accessibility together, making it a trusted choice for festival preparation. Michael Kamuf holds degrees in Jazz Performance and Music Education from Youngstown State University and a master's in conducting from George Mason University. His compositions and arrangements have been performed by the Woody Herman Orchestra, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, and the USAF Airmen of Note, bringing a professional jazz sensibility to concert band writing.