Atlantis: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Anne McGinty
Grade: 1.5
Item: 35-PK01929927
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantis - Full Score | $7.50 | |
| Atlantis - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Atlantis - Percussion | $6.00 |
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Already a classic in the grade 1 repertoire, Anne McGinty's composition sounds sophisticated without being hard. It features effective use of polychords, modal harmonies and a driving percussion part. Written with just a single tempo, this is sure to make your beginners sound great! Dur: 2:05
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01929927
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About the Composer: Anne McGinty
Anne McGinty has shaped the landscape of beginning band repertoire for decades, creating works that respect young musicians' growing musicianship while maintaining genuine artistic substance. Her compositions for grade 1 and 1.5 ensembles are known for their clarity of voice writing and imaginative harmonic language, making her a trusted voice among directors building strong foundational programs.
Why we love this
McGinty avoids the thin, plodding sound that plagues much grade 1 material. The polychords and modal writing create real harmonic interest, while the driving percussion pushes the band forward without demanding technical gymnastics. Your students will feel like they're playing something substantial.
What to expect
Rhythmically propulsive yet grounded, with an otherworldly quality born from the modal and polychord writing. The piece evokes something ancient and mythic without ever feeling precious or overwrought.
Who it's for
Beginning bands ready to sound polished and intentional. Players at the 1.5 level have enough control to handle the articulation and intonation demands of McGinty's harmonic language without drowning in technical difficulty.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the percussion carry the rhythmic momentum; this groove is what gives the piece its energy, so lock that section in first before balancing the winds
- Shape the polychords with clear articulation. These layered harmonies bloom when each voice cuts through cleanly rather than blending into a wash
- Keep the single tempo steady and unrushed. At about two minutes, the piece has room to breathe without you needing to pull back the tempo
How to use it
Open a concert with this to establish confidence and momentum, or use it as a centerpiece for a program exploring harmonic color in beginning repertoire. Its length and single-tempo structure make it ideal for a pops-style evening or a sectional demonstration of what grade 1 can achieve.
Skills your students will build
- Rhythmic precision in a driving, pulse-driven context
- Clarity and articulation across polychordal textures
- Intonation in modal harmonic environments
- Sustaining energy through a complete form without tempo variation