Bella's Lullaby (Clarinet Ensemble with Opt. Rhythm Section): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Carter Burwell / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 2.5
Item: 35-PK00164614
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This is a Clarinet ensemble arrangement with optional rhythm section parts to "Bella's Lullaby" from "Twilight." Dur: 3:10
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00164614
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About the Composer: Carter Burwell
Carter Burwell has established himself as a composer of remarkable range, moving seamlessly between intimate character studies and sweeping orchestral work. His film scores demonstrate a gift for melody that serves the narrative without overwhelming it, a quality that translates powerfully when his music is adapted for concert ensembles.
Why we love this
Burwell's melody has genuine emotional weight without becoming saccharine, and this arrangement for clarinet ensemble captures that quality beautifully. The Grade 2.5 level keeps the writing accessible while preserving the tune's lyrical integrity, making it rewarding for students to perform and audiences to hear.
What to expect
Quiet and reflective, the piece invites players into an intimate musical moment. The sustained, singing quality of the clarinet writing creates an atmosphere of gentle introspection that audiences find immediately moving.
Who it's for
This arrangement works for bands seeking accessible repertoire that resonates emotionally without requiring advanced technical facility. It appeals equally to students familiar with the source material and those encountering this melody for the first time.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the exposed clarinet lines by rotating who carries the melody across rehearsals; this builds ownership and ensures no single player carries all the pressure.
- Shape the phrase endings with slight releases rather than full stops, allowing the legato character to flow naturally from section to section.
- If using the optional rhythm section, establish the tempo early in rehearsal through a few full run-throughs with accompaniment before working on articulation and dynamics with the reeds alone.
How to use it
Consider pairing this with other film music arrangements or lyrical concert pieces to create a thematic set focused on contemporary composition. The three-minute length makes it ideal for a concert opener or as a transition piece between more energetic selections.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long melodic lines with consistent vibrato and breath control
- Balancing chord voices within a clarinet section (soprano, alto, bass registers)
- Responding to optional rhythm section accompaniment without rushing or dragging
- Shaping phrase architecture in contemporary, non-classical idioms
- Coordinate unison and harmony passages across multiple clarinet parts