A Saint-sational Trio!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$68.00 USD

A Saint-sational Trio!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: A Saint-sational Trio!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-39538
Price: 68.00 USD
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Based on "When the Saints Go Marching In" (Featuring a Trumpet Trio with Concert Band)

Traditional / arr. Michael Story

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-39538

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Spotlight your three hottest trumpet soloists in this Dixieland-style feature. Based on "When the Saints Go Marching In," this fresh arrangement has a contemporary high-energy flavor. Swing on in with some hip saints! (3:45) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Belwin Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 130

UPC: 038081458458

SKU: 00-39538

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About the Arranger: Michael Story

Michael Story is a prolific composer and arranger whose work spans concert band, wind ensemble, and jazz settings. His arrangements are known for accessibility without sacrificing musicality, making sophisticated musical ideas available to student ensembles across a range of ability levels.

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Why we love this

Story's treatment transforms a spiritual standard into a vehicle for showcasing three trumpet soloists without overwhelming the rest of your band. The contemporary swing energy keeps the piece from feeling like a historical exercise, and the Grade 3 scoring means your ensemble can focus on supporting the soloists rather than wrestling with complex harmony.

What to expect

Swing and celebration. The piece bounces with the casual confidence of a Dixieland parade, updated with modern band orchestration. Each trumpet solo feels like a conversation with the ensemble rather than a solo performance, creating warmth and camaraderie alongside the musical spotlight.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 3 level looking for a feature that excites audiences while keeping technical demands reasonable. Directors with three capable trumpet soloists will find this especially valuable for concerts where you want spectacle and clarity without extended rehearsal overhead.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the trumpet feature with the ensemble underneath. The soloists need projection, but the accompaniment must stay light and supportive so the audience hears the interplay.
Lock the rhythmic precision of your rhythm section. Dixieland style depends on groove; sloppy swing articulation will undermine the whole arrangement.
Shape the dynamic arc from the opening through each trumpet solo. This prevents the three soloists from feeling repetitive and keeps audience energy climbing.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a second-half opener after a traditional march or overture, giving your concert a personality shift that energizes the room. Its tight running time (3:45) makes it ideal for programs where you need high impact in a compact space, or for community concerts where audience engagement is the priority.