Alfred Music to Be Exclusive Distributor of Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC

August 11, 2023

Alfred Music is thrilled to announce that they have signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC.

“I’m thrilled at this incredible opportunity,” says Tyler S. Grant, internationally recognized composer, arranger, conductor, and clinician, as well as owner of Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC. “I initially started my own publishing company with the mission of creating a more meaningful connection between myself and the musicians performing my music. After serving as a middle/high school band director, this mission has evolved into offering publications that engage and inspire students and educators in new ways. With Alfred Music’s passion for and support of music education, this partnership will allow my publications to reach classrooms and concert halls around the globe.”

The agreements are twofold and are effective starting August 15, 2023. First, Tyler S. Grant Music Works catalog will be exclusively distributed by Alfred Music in both print and digital forms. In addition, Tyler S. Grant Music Works catalog will be exclusively available for interactive practice on MakeMusic Cloud, formerly SmartMusic, the reference online platform for music practice from MakeMusic.

Heath Mathews, SVP for Alfred Music and MakeMusic, said, “We're truly honored to be the exclusive distributor of Tyler S. Grant Music Works. Tyler is an amazingly talented composer and is devoted to the future and progress of music education. His tireless efforts to engage students at all levels is in perfect alignment with the mission and goals of Alfred Music. We are excited to have Tyler's company as a key member of our close network of partners.”

ABOUT TYLER S. GRANT

Tyler S. Grant is an internationally recognized composer, arranger, conductor, and clinician of music for concert bands, orchestras, and chamber ensembles of all levels. His music is featured regularly in performances by both region and all state honor ensembles and is also featured annually on Editor’s or Publisher’s Choice Repertoire Lists around the world.

Since 2010, Tyler has regularly accepted commissions for new works and produced new publications for bands and orchestras each year. He credits his mentor Brian Balmages as pivotal to his success as a composer. Notable performance venues of his works include The Midwest Clinic, Carnegie Hall, Music for All’s National Concert Band Festival, the Meyerson Symphony Center, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Bands of America Grand Nationals, and numerous state-wide, national, and international music conferences and conventions.

In addition to composing and arranging, Tyler enjoys conducting and clinic engagements with ensembles throughout the United States. He has served as a clinician with over 100 school instrumental music programs and honor groups across more than 15 states. Tyler was a contributing author for Alfred Music Publishing Company’s Sound Innovations: Ensemble Development series and has contributed interviews to numerous podcasts and articles including School Band & Orchestra Magazine and The Instrumentalist. Notable conducting venues include The Midwest Clinic and all-state bands in Nebraska, Oregon, Alabama, Louisiana, South Dakota, and North Dakota.

Tyler is a graduate of the University of Alabama where he earned a bachelor’s degree in instrumental music education and studied conducting with Professor Randall Coleman. Before becoming a full-time composer and arranger, Tyler served as the Director of Bands at Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School from 2019–2023. He currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia, and maintains an active composing and conducting schedule. His published works are available through The FJH Music Company, Inc., Alfred Music via MakeMusic Publications, and Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC.