Toshio Majima Popular Song Rankings [2026]

seagullMajima Toshio8rank/position

Toshio Mashima Seagull (from the saxophone concerto “Birds,” 2nd movement) sax: Nobuya Sugawa Toshio Mashima “Seagull” Yamaha Symphonic Band

As a ballad for alto saxophone and wind ensemble, this piece resonates with the heart through its beautiful melody and profound emotion.

Composed by Toshio Mashima, it maximizes the saxophone’s rich expressive power, weaving a poignant melody and harmony into a superb blend.

The alto saxophone, which carries the main theme from the opening, is richly expressive as if telling a story, and the middle section unfolds with improvisatory phrases.

It is delightful not only in the concert hall but also as soothing nighttime background music—perfect for moments when your heart seeks calm.

Overture from Dragon Quest I for wind ensembleMajima Toshio9rank/position

[Wind Ensemble] 'Overture' from Dragon Quest I for Wind Ensemble / Kansai University Cheerleading Team Wind Ensemble

The RPG that has captured the hearts of every generation, Dragon Quest.

It’s one of Square Enix’s flagship series.

The franchise has continued releasing titles from 1986 to the present, but the most memorable piece of music is surely the classic Overture from the very first game.

This piece encapsulates the world of Dragon Quest, with a grand, exhilarating melody.

Because of that, it shines in wind ensemble performances, which pair perfectly with its powerful character.

It also contains plenty of catchy elements, so be sure to give it a try!

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Ryo

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Coral BlueMajima Toshio10rank/position

1991 Required Piece (B): Coral Blue

This was a required piece for the 1991 Wind Band Competition.

It is structured around the Okinawan folk song “Tanchame,” featuring an ongoing distinctive melody and rhythm.

Overall, there are many sparkling passages that evoke the image of Okinawa’s shimmering sea.

Concert Selection from Dragon QuestMajima Toshio11rank/position

[Music] Dragon Quest – Composed by Koichi Sugiyama – Yokosuka Music Corps Online Concert 2021, Part 1

Dragon Quest is a Japanese computer RPG series that debuted in 1986.

As of 2021, total shipments and downloads across the entire series exceeded 83 million.

It also made headlines when the Dragon Quest Theme was performed at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics in 2021! From the very beginning, that famous phrase appears, making it an irresistible medley for fans.

With its cool trumpet lead, powerful low-end, and the excitement driven by percussion like the timpani—each instrument’s characteristics really shine—this piece is also perfectly suited for performance by a concert band.

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Kanako

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Three Japonismes (Orchestral Version)Majima Toshio12rank/position

Toshio Majima / Three Japonismes (Orchestral Version) Kurashiki Symphony Orchestra

The original piece is a wind band composition by Toshio Mashima, one of Japan’s prominent wind ensemble composers.

Commissioned by the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra and completed in 2001, it consists of three movements: “Dance of the Cranes,” “River of Snow,” and “Festival.” Expressing traditional Japanese aesthetics through Western musical techniques, the work ambitiously explores a fusion of East and West.

Each movement delicately yet powerfully portrays scenes such as the graceful dance of cranes, a tranquil winter landscape, and a vibrant festival, allowing listeners to experience Japan’s seasons and culture through music.

It’s highly recommended not only for fans of classical and wind band music, but also for those interested in traditional Japanese culture.