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This very easy setting of John Williams' dramatic work is designed to help beginning bands sound full, even with incomplete instrumentation.

The excitement and pageantry of the Olympic Games come alive with this skillful transcription of John William's original theme written for the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. It sounds impressive, but doesn't place undue technical demands on younger players.

Here's a musical montage that captures several of the signature themes used throughout Olympic history. Includes: Bugler's Dream, Olympic Fanfare and Theme, The Olympic Spirit, and Summon the Heroes

Bugler's Dream for Explorer Level. Full band arrangments correlated with the Essential Elements 2000 Band Method. These are an excellent resource for beginning band material whether using this Method or not. Grade 1-2Probably the best-known of all the Olympic themes, Paul's solid arrangement is very easy (only 6 notes and nothing faster than a quarter note) and will sound great with beginning bands. Celebrate the summer games with this fabulous arrangement.

Written to commemorate the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, this bold original Howard Shore fanfare has been expertly scored for concert band by Jerry Brubaker. Begin your concert with this aggressive musical statement which is certain to be well received and recognised by all.

From the pen of Howard Shore, this fanfare was created for use in the 2010 Winter Olympics. Certain to open your band programme with acclaim, this young band rendition was carefully scored by Roland Barrett. A bold musical statement!

Containing overtones of both classical and commercial musical elements, this powerful anthem became the official broadcast media theme for the 2010 Winter Olympics. This majestic setting by Michael Brown is sure to have universal appeal with audiences and performers alike

Written by Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen back in the '80s, this powerful song has reached almost legendary status with its frequent usage in TV and movies. Recorded by such diverse artists as Bob Dylan, Bon Jovi and Justin Timberlake, it was also used in the first Shrek movie and most recently during the 2010 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Vancouver. Here is a terrific setting for band by Michael Brown.

“Jasmine Flower” is a setting of the traditional Chinese folk song “Molihua,” likely originating in the southern China provinces. The tune is a vital part of Chinese New Year celebrations and was also featured prominently during the closing ceremonies of the 2004 Summer Olympics. The soothing pentatonic melody is reminiscent of the simple beauty of the lovely white jasmine blossom and its delightful scent. Duration: 2:03