Aztec Dance: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Michael Story
Grade: 1 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0002082
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Aztec Dance: Score | $10.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Aztec Dance: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 |
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Description
Visions of gold glitter in the sun near shimmering temples in the green valleys of the Mexican highlands. History tells of an advanced civilization living before the Spanish conquest. Today, you can visit the sounds that identify that culture. No technical demands are present in this scoring, but multicultural teaching opportunities are abundant. Close your eyes, and four hundred years vanish! (Duration 1:38) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Beginning Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
132
SKU:
00-PK-0002082
More about this title
About the Composer: Michael Story
Michael Story is a prolific composer and arranger whose catalog spans educational wind band repertoire across all levels. His work balances accessibility with musical substance, making him a trusted voice in beginning and intermediate band programming. Story has demonstrated a gift for creating pieces that engage young musicians while introducing them to diverse musical styles and cultures.
Why we love this
Story captures the essence of Aztec culture through straightforward orchestration that never patronizes young players. The piece moves at a brisk 1:38, making it ideal for festivals and concerts where time matters, yet the musical storytelling feels complete. Your students will experience authentic multicultural content without fighting through technical obstacles.
What to expect
Amber light filtering through temple stone. Rhythmic patterns evoke ancient ceremonies while remaining rooted in sound young musicians can access. The piece breathes with the unhurried confidence of a culture watching time differently than we do.
Who it's for
Beginning concert bands seeking repertoire that teaches beyond the page. This works for Grade 1 ensembles with mixed instrumentation and limited rehearsal time, yet offers enough musical substance to satisfy students who have played for a year or more.
How to get the most out of it
- Let the percussion section set the rhythmic foundation early. The pulse matters more than precision in the early rehearsals; lock the timpani and bass drum together before adding melodic parts.
- Emphasize the contrasts between sections. When the melody passes between upper and lower voices, ensure each group shapes their line with clear arrival points rather than playing through.
- Support the brass chorale passages with a steady conducting pulse. Young players respond well to a conductor who shows them exactly where beat one lives in each measure.
- Record your band at full volume during the final week of rehearsal. Hearing themselves together builds confidence, especially important when the piece relies on ensemble balance rather than technical show.
How to use it
Slot this into a spring or fall concert as a thematic opener alongside other world music selections. It pairs naturally with repertoire exploring Latin American heritage or global musical traditions. The festival-ready duration makes it a smart choice when program time is tight but your educational goals include cultural representation.
Skills your students will build
- Recognizing and performing rhythmic patterns from non-Western musical traditions
- Balancing ensemble sound across the full band without relying on technical demands
- Executing clear phrase shapes in accessible ranges
- Responding to cultural and historical context while preparing music