Believe (Winter Olympics 2010): (wp) 2nd Horn in E-flat

This fanfare captures the grandeur and competitive spirit of Olympic pageantry in a way that resonates immediately with audiences. Jerry Brubaker's concert band arrangement preserves Shore's orchestral impact while crafting an accessible piece that Grade 3 ensembles can execute with genuine confidence and power.

Bold and uncompromising from the first note. The music channels the spectacle and athleticism of the Olympic Games, moving with purposeful momentum and crystalline clarity. This is celebratory music that commands attention.

Concert bands at the Grade 3 level seeking an opening piece with instant recognition and undeniable presence. Directors programming winter concerts, pep assemblies, or any event where a ceremonial flourish elevates the occasion will find this piece invaluable.

• Treat the aggressive opening statements with confidence. These bold gestures need committed attacks and clear articulation to land the fanfare's full dramatic effect.
• Balance the brass choir carefully so that the primary melodic ideas cut through without drowning supporting voices. The piece depends on clarity of line.
• Shape phrases according to the Olympic narrative: build intensity through the opening section, then find the appropriate weight for any moments of reflection before returning to the assertive conclusion.
• Use dynamics as structural markers. This piece's architecture relies on clear peaks and valleys to maintain listener engagement across its length.

Open your winter concert with this piece to set an energized tone. Its Olympic connection and immediate audience recognition make it especially effective for school assemblies, pep rallies, or any program where you want to signal something important is beginning.

• Executing confident, articulate attacks on bold melodic statements
• Balancing within a four-part brass texture to maintain clarity of primary and supporting lines
• Reading and performing a 122-page full score and parts ensemble
• Sustaining dynamic control across extended fanfare gestures