SafeMusic Limited is committed to publishing imaginative compositions and arrangements for Concert Band, Brass Quintet and Brass Band. New music is the life blood of any ensemble and we are proud to present a selection of new and innovative works to give your 2024 concert season a real boost. The following new works, suitable for bands of all grades and ability, are exclusive to SafeMusic so why not build your repertoire with music that you will want to perform time and time again!

Ian Macpherson BEM

'Echoes of the Glen' Composed by Scott Morton and Ian Macpherson "Echoes of the Glen" is a haunting bagpipe melody that captures the serene beauty and mystery of a hidden Highland valley. With its flowing, atmospheric tune, the piece evokes the whispers of the wind through the hills and the timeless echoes of Scotland's past. The melody alternates between reflective, melancholic passages and, ultimately, a more triumphant, soaring section, representing both the solitude and grandeur of the glen. Each note carries the weight of history, as if the land itself is singing its own story.

"Highland Salute", composed by Michael Korb & Ian Macpherson, is a
majestic tribute that resonates through the timeless voice of the bagpipes, carrying its echoes across the craggy peaks and mist-laden valleys of the Scottish Highlands. The melody unfurls like a ceremonial march through ancient glens, where the mist clings to the heather and the whispers of history linger in the breeze. Each note embodies the indomitable spirit of the Highlands-both fierce and noble-conjuring vivid images of clans gathered beneath a pale sky, bound by unshakable pride and tradition. As the melody swells to its triumphant peak, it becomes a powerful homage to the land, the people, and the enduring strength that defines both the Highlands and Scotland's ancient clans. The music encapsulates the very essence of a proud culture, where towering mountains stand as silent sentinels to the legacy of a "Highland Salute".

Highland Nocturne - Bagpipes & Concert Band. Composed by Michael Korb (co-composer of 'Highland Cathedral") and Ian Macpherson, 'Highland Nocturne' is a new work inspired by the ancient castles and misty lochs of the Scottish Highlands. Arranged by Ian this new piece is full of atmosphere, energy and emotion, bringing together contemporary and traditional sounds to great effect.

The Parting Glass. In this new setting for Bagpipes and Concert band Ian Macpherson uses two version of this ancient Gaelic melody bringing together contemporary and traditional sounds to great effect; creating a rich and varied soundscape. An inspirational score and one that certainly delivers that 'wow' factor.

I Dreamed a Dream. "I Dreamed a Dream"  from the musical "Les Meserables" is now available in a new and dramatic arrangement for Bagpipes and Concert Band. Ideal for combined concerts this is an inspirational piece by Ian with that wow factor..

Someone Like You - Adele. Composed by Adele Adkins and Dan Wilson 'Someone Like You' is set to become a timeless classic and has won many accolades worldwide. Adele has become one of the most famous singer/songwriters of her generation. This great song, with a fantastic score by Ian, is now available for Concert Band.

Time - (from the Film "Inception). '‘Time' uses a most elegant repeated chord progression underpinned by an insistent and atmospheric drum beat played on low Tom-Toms and Concert Bass Drum. From a very quiet and subtle beginning the score build to a crashing climax which will have your audience on the edge of their seats. The works concludes with the final chord progression played in minimalist style on the solo piano - cued in the woodwind. The simplicity of the score makes this accessible to bands of all grades and a great musical journey.

The Firecracker, composed for Xylophone and Concert Band is inspired by New Year Firework display celebrations around the world. A great new solo that will enthral your audience with its musical pyrotechnics. Also available for Solo Xylophone & Piano.

Time to Say Goodbye - (Con Te Partiro) - composed by Francesco Satori and made famous by Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli, was one of the biggest selling singles of all time. Ian's new arrangement firmly places this evergreen, with its lyrical and immediately recognisable melody, into the Concert Band repertoire.