Wonderful wind ensemble

A classic brass band medley

Editor-in-Chief, RAG MUSICKeisuke Hane
Editor-in-chief of RAG MUSIC. After working at a music studio and in wedding sound engineering, joined the RAG MUSIC editorial team in 2016. Experienced with various instruments: marching band in elementary school, clarinet in middle school wind ensemble, and drums in a band from high school onward. Drawing on personal music activities and professional experience, produces daily articles, including song introductions, features on music festivals around Japan, and live reports. Enjoys a wide range of music, from domestic and international rock to, more recently, a broad spectrum of J-pop.

Among the sheet music arranged for wind band, there are many medley pieces available, including Disney, Studio Ghibli, and more.

Because these medleys are made up of popular tunes, they really liven up casual stages like regular concerts.

However, you might also feel, “There are so many medleys that it’s hard to choose which one to play!”

So in this article, we’ll introduce a roundup of popular and classic medley pieces.

Find your favorites and be sure to perform them!

Classic Wind Band Medley (31–40)

Moonlight SerenadeGlenn Miller

Moonlight Serenade / Japan Coast Guard Band

Moonlight Serenade Glenn Miller

A masterpiece whose graceful clarinet-and-saxophone harmony resonates deep in the heart.

Set to a slow swing jazz groove, it paints a scene of offering love to a sweetheart under the moonlight.

Showcasing Glenn Miller’s signature, distinctive arranging, the piece became an instant hit upon its release in April 1939.

It later served as the jingle for Subaru’s Legacy in 1996 and Mitsubishi’s Delica D:5 in 2007, and memorably colored a scene in the 2004 film Swing Girls.

Highly recommended for music enthusiasts studying wind ensembles and big band sounds.

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Nursery Rhyme MedleySatomi Kojima

Nursery Rhyme Medley

Children's Song Medley Satomi Kojima

Amid many sophisticated performances, this is the medley that children, toddlers, and adults can all enjoy together! Wouldn’t it be great to perform pieces like these? When it comes to classic children’s songs, this medley might be the go-to choice.

Even kids can enjoy wind ensemble music without difficulty.

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Overture “Carnival of the Rose”Joseph Olivadoti

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

Overture 'Carnival of the Roses' Joseph Olivadoti

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.

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In conclusion

We’ve introduced a whole range of medley pieces for concert band.

In addition to classics like Disney and Ghibli medleys, there are also exciting, crowd-pleasing ones like the Deep Purple Medley.

Medleys that let you enjoy multiple tunes in one go are especially popular at concerts, so be sure to find your favorite and give it a try on stage.