Attila: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

$50.00 USD

Attila: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Attila: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-ST6360
Price: 50.00 USD
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By William Owens

Grade: 1.5

Item: 98-ST6360

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The mighty army of Attila the Hun is once again on the move with this aggressive, masterfully crafted work! Melodies both powerful and tender come together to create a memorable musical experience for students and audiences alike. Fun to play and incredible to hear!

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Series: FJH Beginning Strings

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

SKU: 98-ST6360

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About the Composer: William Owens

William Owens has spent three decades composing for young ensembles while simultaneously building his career as a conductor and clinician across North America. A 1985 VanderCook College of Music graduate, he brings the practical wisdom of three decades in the classroom to every score he writes, which accounts for his 300-plus published works that have become staples in school music programs nationwide.

Owens' credentials run deep: he holds memberships in ASCAP, TMEA, and Phi Beta Mu International, and his compositions have earned recognition through required music lists and educational textbooks. After leading the band program in Texas for 30 years, he now resides in Fort Worth with his wife Georgia, splitting his time between composition, conducting engagements, and his passion for American history and classic automobiles.

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Why we love this

Owens knows how to build excitement without asking for technical wizardry. The piece balances narrative drive with genuine melodic substance, so your students feel like they're telling a story rather than executing a checklist of musical tasks. At grade 1.5, the writing respects beginner limitations while refusing to bore; that's a rare combination in programmatic work at this level.

What to expect

The piece moves between raw military momentum and unexpected moments of introspection, creating a portrait of power tempered by humanity. Students will recognize the dramatic arc immediately, and audiences will feel the shift from aggression to reflection without ever losing thread.

Who it's for

Beginning string orchestras ready to tackle programmatic storytelling without getting lost in technical complexity. This works for groups in their first or second year who need a contest or festival vehicle that generates genuine audience engagement.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the powerful sections with dynamic contrast, but avoid rushing them. Young players often conflate aggression with speed; let the melody breathe even in the fierce moments.
The tender passages will define how audiences remember this piece. Encourage the section leaders to think of these as a chance to showcase warmth and control, not as a break from the 'real' music.
Use the narrative arc as your rehearsal guide. Start each sectional by asking players what they think the Attila army is doing at that moment in the story.

How to use it

Perfect as a festival entry that gives adjudicators something substantive to discuss beyond the mechanics of execution. You could also pair it with other narrative-driven works to build a concert around the idea of history in music, or use it mid-season as a morale boost when students need to feel their growth toward more sophisticated repertoire.