ISMN#979-0-3071-0021-3
ASCAP WORK ID# 925552386
Delight your audiences with this intermediate arrangement for woodwind quintet of the classic John Philip Sousa march, "Manhattan Beach" — instantly downloadable for your next performance. This late 19th-century traditional American march, written in 1893, was a tribute to the popular New York State summer vacation destination and is perfect for recitals, weddings, graduations, Pops concerts, Americana events, patriotic concerts, background dinner music gigs, or educational outreach events. This short, engaging piece can break up a long program and give listeners a brief break from heavier pieces.
This arrangement was written for advanced high school groups, as well as college ensembles and professional quintets. Please note: The flute will double on piccolo for this arrangement. As always, I have included an alternate bass clarinet part in lieu of a missing bassoon. Originally scored for a concert band, I hope you enjoy this unique setting for woodwind quintet.
Updated 18 Sep 2026
ISMN#979-0-3071-0021-3
ASCAP WORK ID# 925552386
Delight your audiences with this intermediate arrangement for woodwind quintet of the classic John Philip Sousa march, "Manhattan Beach" — instantly downloadable for your next performance. This late 19th-century traditional American march, written in 1893, was a tribute to the popular New York State summer vacation destination and is perfect for recitals, weddings, graduations, Pops concerts, Americana events, patriotic concerts, background dinner music gigs, or educational outreach events. This short, engaging piece can break up a long program and give listeners a brief break from heavier pieces.
This arrangement was written for advanced high school groups, as well as college ensembles and professional quintets. Please note: The flute will double on piccolo for this arrangement. As always, I have included an alternate bass clarinet part in lieu of a missing bassoon. Originally scored for a concert band, I hope you enjoy this unique setting for woodwind quintet.
Updated 18 Sep 2026
You-Tube score-following video of Sousa’s “Manhattan Beach” arranged for woodwind quintet by Mark A. Craig/Craig Music Publishers
This is a woodwind quintet arrangement of John Philip Sousa’s classic march, "Manhattan Beach." The digital download includes a PDF with the full score and a complete set of parts.
Instrumentation:
Flute
Oboe
Clarinet in Bb
French Horn in F
Bassoon (w/ alt. Bass Clarinet part)
