A Castle in the Woods: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

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A Castle in the Woods: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: A Castle in the Woods: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-51827
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Randy Navarre

Level:.5

Item: 00-51827

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In the days of castles and kings, one would find a castle tucked away in the woods, maybe not even known to anyone outside the area. In the Middle Ages, communication and travel were limited. Many people never traveled more than a few miles from home. A Castle in the Woods, by Randy Navarre, is an ideal composition for students to perform on their first concert. It is easy and sounds great. The notes are in the first few pitches of the diatonic scale, and the chords of that scale are played with no accidentals. Your young musicians will be proud to perform this! (2:20)

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Series: Belwin Very Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-7477-7

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7477-9

UPC: 038081597034

SKU: 00-51827

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Why we love this

This piece does exactly what a first-concert work should do: it builds confidence without sacrificing musicality. The programmatic concept gives young players something to imagine while they're learning, and the limited range means every student, regardless of their instrument's typical tessiture, can play successfully from the opening note.

What to expect

A gentle, storybook quality that unfolds without urgency. The piece evokes a quiet discovery, a musical walk through woodland paths leading to a hidden stone fortress. It's approachable and warm, designed to let young performers feel the satisfaction of making real music together.

Who it's for

Beginning concert band students on their first public performance. Every player in your ensemble will have a comfortable, playable part that stays within the first few pitches of the diatonic scale, making it accessible across all instruments and experience levels.

How to get the most out of it

Let the program notes guide your rehearsal conversation. Ask students to imagine the castle and the forest around it; this gives context to phrasing and dynamics that might otherwise feel arbitrary.
Keep the tempo steady and dance-like. The 2:20 duration suggests a moderate pace that allows young players to breathe naturally without rushing.
Balance the melody across your sections rather than letting it sit in one voice. The diatonic simplicity means any section can carry the tune; rotating the line builds ensemble listening and keeps all players engaged.

How to use it

Perfect for opening a beginning band's debut concert or as the centerpiece of a family concert aimed at younger audiences. Its brevity and modest technical demands make it an excellent choice for a first-semester ensemble, establishing success before moving to more complex repertoire.