Ashokan Farewell (from The Civil War): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Jay Ungar / arr. Calvin Custer
Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0004948
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Description
In this day, when rock and rap reign supreme, the world takes notice when a beautiful ballad comes along. This gorgeous melody gained exposure and fame as part of the soundtrack to the television mini-series The Civil War, and has continued its popularity. It fits the concert band genre perfectly, especially in the hands of talented arranger Calvin Custer.
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Additional Details
Series:
Pop Concert Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
118
SKU:
00-PK-0004948
More about this title
About the Composer: Jay Ungar
Jay Ungar is an American composer and fiddler whose work spans traditional folk music, contemporary classical composition, and film scoring. His fiddle-based compositions are known for their accessibility and emotional directness, qualities that have made his music appealing across diverse audiences and ensemble types.
Why we love this
This arrangement gives concert bands a legitimate, emotionally substantive piece that speaks to audiences without sacrificing musical integrity. Calvin Custer's orchestration sits perfectly in the concert band sound world, and the Grade 3 difficulty means your ensemble can focus on expressive playing rather than technical survival.
What to expect
Reflective and tender, with the kind of melodic beauty that reaches listeners immediately. The arrangement carries dignity and restraint, evoking quiet grief and resilience without theatrical excess.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the Grade 3 level seeking repertoire with genuine emotional weight and broad audience appeal. Directors programming a mix of classics and contemporary pieces will find this a natural fit for concert, memorial, or patriotic programs.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melody with long, connected phrasing rather than stopping at phrase marks. The power of this piece lives in its sustained lyricism.
- Balance the harmonic accompaniment below the melody line. In a concert band setting, it's easy for brass and woodwind parts to overpower the central tune.
- Allow space for the arrangement to breathe. Resist the urge to push tempo; Ungar's melody rewards patience and restraint.
- Listen for moments where the melody passes between sections. Ensure smooth handoffs so the tune never feels fragmented or lost.
How to use it
Program this as a centerpiece or closing piece for concerts honoring American history, veterans, or themes of remembrance. It also works beautifully in mixed programs where you want a moment of genuine reflection between more energetic selections.
Skills your students will build
- Sustained legato phrasing across longer melodic lines
- Balance between melody and accompaniment in ensemble textures
- Expressive control and dynamic shaping on a Grade 3 technical foundation
- Awareness of stylistic restraint and understatement as compositional choices