As Torrents in Summer: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$50.00 USD

As Torrents in Summer: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: As Torrents in Summer: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 36-10100251
Price: 50.00 USD
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By Edward Elgar / arr. Albert O. Davis

Grade: 2

Item: 36-10100251

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Originally part of an Elgar cantata from the 1890s, this low and expressive arrangement for band is a wonderful teaching tool and performance piece. Not technically demanding, it is a beautiful study in control, phrasing, and musicality.

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Series: LudwigMasters Developing Band

Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.

ISBN10: 1-62-876123-7

ISBN13: 978-1-62-876123-8

UPC: 679360792964

SKU: 36-10100251

Instrumentation: Concert Band

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About the Composer: Edward Elgar

Edward Elgar (1857-1934) stands among the most significant British composers of the late Romantic era. His mastery of orchestration and gift for soaring, memorable melody established him as a national treasure; his works remain cornerstones of the concert hall and, through thoughtful arrangements, invaluable teaching repertoire for developing musicians.

Elgar's compositional language emphasizes emotional depth and technical sophistication in equal measure. For band directors, his music offers rich opportunities to explore nuanced phrasing, dynamic control, and the expressive possibilities of wind and percussion instruments working in concert.

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Why we love this

This arrangement gives developing bands access to genuinely sophisticated musical thinking without overwhelming technical demands. Albert O. Davis's orchestration preserves Elgar's lyrical voice while respecting the strengths of young ensemble players, making it an ideal choice for teaching ensemble blend, breath control, and long-line phrasing at a manageable grade level.

What to expect

The piece flows with the gentle, relentless motion of water; expressive and introspective, it draws listeners into a quiet moment of reflection. There is no urgency or drama here, only the sustained emotional resonance that comes from Elgar's gift for memorable melody and his careful harmonic language.

Who it's for

This work suits Grade 2 concert bands seeking repertoire that sounds mature and musical without requiring advanced technical facility. It works equally well for festival or contest performance and as a concert feature that showcases your ensemble's musicianship and control.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening phrase with a gentle rise and fall; avoid pushing the tempo despite the expressive character.
Balance the melodic lines between sections so that no single part dominates; the beauty lies in warm, unified sound.
Use dynamic gradations (not sharp contrasts) to build and release tension; this piece rewards subtle control.
Allow the harmonic progressions time to register with the audience; resist the urge to rush through quieter moments.

How to use it

Pair this with lighter, more spirited works on a concert to provide contrast and demonstrate your band's range. It also serves as an effective festival showcase, revealing the depth of musicality your ensemble can achieve at the Grade 2 level.