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First Suite in Eb

For Military Band, Opus 28, No. 1, 1909

These two extracts are taken from the March from Holst's famous First Suite in Eb.

First Suite in Eb - March - 1 1998
First Suite in Eb - March - 2 1998

Children's March

Over the Hills and Far Away, 1919

This carefree composition with a hearty, infectious melody and lively rhythms is an example of Grainger's unique scoring for band.

Children's March 2008

Country Gardens

Reformulated for Band, 1953

Grainger's quirky version of an improvisation on an English morris dance.

Country Gardens 2008

Gallimaufry

For Concert Band, 1992

Gallimaufry - Church and State 2008
Gallimaufry - Starts and Fits 2008
Gallimaufry - Father and Son 2008
Gallimaufry - Advance and Retreat 2008
Gallimaufry - Church and Status Quo 2008

Paris Sketches

Homages for Band, 1994

This popular suite is inspired by Parisien locations.

Paris Sketches - Saint-Germain-des-Prés 2008
Paris Sketches - Pigalle 2008
Paris Sketches - Père Lachaise 2008
Paris Sketches - Les Halles 2008

Dona Nobis Pacem

1995

This extract is taken from one of British composer Martin Ellerby's outstanding works.

Dona Nobis Pacem 1995

Shenandoah

For Concert Band, 1999

Shenandoah 2008

Millennium Salute

This short extract is taken from the Yorkshire Wind Orchestra's CD, Millennium Salute.

Millennium Salute 1999