Ancient Curses: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Michael Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0007306
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Curses: Score | $10.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Bassoon | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Baritone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Ancient Curses: Timpani | $3.00 |
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Description
Inspired by the 2016 discovery of an ancient Roman burial ground, this poignant original composition, "Ancient Curses," by Michael Story is both bold and reflective. The intriguing discovery took a turn when ancient scrolls with a variety of curses were also found. Compelling! (3:00)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
134
SKU:
00-PK-0007306
More about this title
About the Composer: Michael Story
Michael Story is a prolific composer and arranger whose works span concert band, wind ensemble, orchestra, and choral settings. His compositions for young and developing ensembles have become staples in school music programs, known for their musical substance, clear instrumentation, and ability to engage students across a range of ability levels.
Why we love this
Story crafts a piece that honors a real historical event while maintaining musical integrity at Grade 2. The program notes give your band a compelling narrative to sink into without overshadowing the music itself, and the balance between bold, energetic sections and reflective moments keeps rehearsals fresh.
What to expect
Ancient Curses moves between moments of bold assertion and introspective wonder. The piece channels the intrigue of archaeological discovery into sound, with sections that feel urgent and driven alternating with passages that invite reflection on what those ancient scrolls might reveal.
Who it's for
This score and parts set works for concert bands at the Grade 2 level, whether in a school ensemble, community band, or regional festival setting. Directors seeking repertoire that combines accessibility with genuine musical substance and an engaging thematic hook will find this particularly valuable.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the dramatic mood early in rehearsals by sharing the historical context of the 2016 discovery. Student musicians perform with more conviction when they understand what the piece is about.
- Mark phrase endpoints clearly in parts so younger players understand where musical ideas resolve, particularly during the reflective passages that frame the bolder material.
- Pay attention to dynamics and articulation markings as the primary tools for shaping the contrast between the energetic and contemplative sections. These details matter most at this level.
How to use it
This works beautifully in a concert or festival program that includes other Grade 2 standards but needs a standout centerpiece with a story. The three-minute length makes it an ideal opener or closer, and its programmatic nature gives audiences a clear entry point into the music.
Skills your students will build
- Reading and executing dynamic contrasts and articulation changes
- Sustaining musicality through sectional and phrase-level shapes
- Balancing ensemble blend across tutti passages and soloistic moments
- Responding to programmatic content and emotional context in performance