A classic brass band medley

RaijinJohn Philip Sousa

WRM-0005 Raijin [Wind Band March Series]

March music with a powerful rhythm and an accessible, catchy melody! This march by Sousa is full of appeal that grabs performers’ hearts, from a trumpet part whose melody can be played with the same fingering to a composition that deftly weaves in contrapuntal lines.

Born in the United States in 1889, it was adopted in 1956 as the entrance march for Japan’s National High School Baseball Invitational Tournament, making it widely known in Japan as well.

A concert band classic where the majestic resonance of the brass and the songlike, beautiful melodic lines blend perfectly.

It’s a masterpiece that anyone who enjoys wind band music should experience at least once.

Overture “Carnival of the Rose”Joseph Olivadoti

WSR-13-004 Overture “Carnival of Roses” (Wind Band Revival Series)

A wind band masterpiece that begins quietly with a grand introduction that gradually builds in excitement, unfolding one luscious melody after another.

Composed in 1947 by Joseph Olivadoti, the piece reflects the influence of the Italian Romantic tradition while maintaining an accessible structure that has captivated many listeners.

Though filled with brilliant, rewarding expressions, it is set at a technical level approachable for anyone, which adds to its appeal.

The long-hard-to-find score has been reissued by WindScore, and with an included practice CD, it is also ideal for ensemble rehearsals.

Cinema ParadisoEnnio Morricone

Cinema Paradiso (Nuovo Cinema Paradiso) / Ennio Morricone / Arranged by Toshio Mashima

A masterpiece of film music that fuses a grand orchestra with beautiful melodies.

Composed in 1988 as the soundtrack for an Italian film, this work was co-written by Ennio Morricone and his son Andrea.

Its simple yet emotionally rich melody resonates deeply with the heart.

Released in 1990 as the album “Nuovo Cinema Paradiso,” it won the BAFTA Award for Best Original Film Score and the David di Donatello Award for Best Music.

The elegant melodies, blending classical elements with traditional Italian music, are perfect for quiet, reflective moments or as a piece to practice in wind ensemble settings.