Concert Works
The Hills of May
'The Hills of May', composed and arranged by Philip Andrews was commissioned by Basingstoke Concert Band. The title is taken from a poem by Robert Graves, upon which the music is loosely based.
The Humming Chorus from Madam Butterfly
The "Humming Chorus" from Giocomo Puccini's opera 'Madam Butterfly' is one of a trilogy of choruses scored for concert band by Geoff Kingston. Well scored. Ideal for themed and general concerts.
The Jasmine Flower
The Jasmine Flower is a beautiful arrangement by Keith Terrett of a popular Chinese Song for Concert Band and one that will delight your audiences with his simplicity and charm.
The Lincolnshire Poacher
Geoff Kingston’s transcription of Derek Broadbent’s Lincolnshire Poacher is a great crown pleaser and one that has stood the test of time. Ideal as an encore or performed just for fun.
The Manikins of War
'The Manikins of War', composed for Concert Band by Ian Macpherson, is the third in his trilogy depicting mythological episodes. Other related works are ''Labyrinth' and 'Descent into the Maelstrom'.
The Old Hundredth - Vaughan Williams
The Old Hundredth, set by Vaughan Williams, is now available for Concert Band, Organ and Choir arranged Geoff Kingston. This can be performed by band alone and ideal for general and sacred concerts.
The Radio 4 UK Theme
This arrangement of National Airs from around the UK has been heard for many years at the start-up of BBC Radio 4 first thing in the morning. It brings together traditional tunes from around the UK.
The Saltire
'The Saltire' was composed and arranged by Geoff Kingston as the opening band fanfare for the Scottish Division Beating Retreat (The Big Blaw), held on Horseguards Parade in June 1990.