American Fantasy (based on "America" and "America, the Beautiful"): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Based on "America" and "America, the Beautiful"
Arr. Mike Story
Grade: 1 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0006354
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Description
With stirring patriotic fervor, Mike Story has crafted a fantasy based on "America" and "America the Beautiful." This is a quick rehearsing and technically non-challenging arrangement that will find multiple uses throughout any band's school year. A tribute to the 'Greatest Nation on Earth!' (2:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Beginning Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
142
SKU:
00-PK-0006354
More about this title
About the Arranger: Mike Story
Mike Story is an accomplished arranger known for creating accessible concert band literature that serves the needs of beginning and intermediate ensembles. His arrangements prioritize clarity of orchestration and musical substance while remaining technically straightforward, making them invaluable resources for directors building their programs.
Why we love this
Story's arrangement respects both familiar melodies enough that audiences connect immediately, yet structures them freshly enough that your band experiences genuine arranging craft. The Grade 1 designation is honest; this genuinely rehearses quickly, freeing your time for musical depth rather than technical problem-solving.
What to expect
Nostalgic yet contemporary, with the warmth of recognizable melodies presented in fresh harmonic contexts. The two-minute duration and deliberate pacing create space for genuine musical expression without overwhelming younger players.
Who it's for
Beginning and early intermediate concert bands seeking summer festival or July 4th programming that engages audiences without excessive rehearsal demands. Directors of younger ensembles benefit from the straightforward part-writing, while experienced bands appreciate having a reliable patriotic selection that frees rehearsal focus for more challenging repertoire.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the two melodic themes so neither overwhelms the other. The transition between "America" and "America, the Beautiful" should feel like a natural conversation rather than an abrupt shift.
- Maintain steady pulse and clarity in the woodwind sections during opening statements. Ensemble precision here sets up the patriotic character without requiring excessive tempo or dynamic extremes.
- Shape the harmonic accompaniment in the middle voices to support rather than overshadow the melody. This arrangement works because every section has a defined role.
How to use it
Program this as a closing number for summer concerts, Fourth of July celebrations, or patriotic-themed school assemblies where audience familiarity with the source material enhances the impact. It also serves as an excellent confidence-builder early in the school year, allowing newer students to experience successful performance quickly.
Skills your students will build
- Reading parts in mixed meter transitions
- Maintaining consistent ensemble tone across sustained passages
- Balancing melody and accompaniment roles within a section
- Coordinating entrances and cutoffs across multiple instrumental families