Of Wind and Fire is a spirited and energetic concert opener or closer for young bands. The music drives relentlessly from start to finish, with energetic eighth-note passages traded between various segments of the band. Spectacular texture and dynamic changes add to the overall appeal, and young bands will sound remarkably mature when playing the bold melodic statements in the opening and closing segments. The orchestration for percussion offers a wide variety of instrumentation and sounds that will totally engage your young percussionists.