Bella's Lullaby (from Twilight): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
As performed by Carter Burwell / Arranged by Paul Murtha
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00322124
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Description
From the blockbuster movie "Twilight", here is the hauntingly beautiful main theme. This marvelous setting features a piano solo as well as nicely scored woodwind passages. An optional solo flute part is also included as a substitute for the piano. This memorable melody is sure to stick with you.
Dur 2:45
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00322124
More about this title
About the Artist: Carter Burwell
Carter Burwell is a film composer whose work spans independent cinema and major studio productions. His score for Twilight introduced millions of listeners to his gift for translating emotional depth into instrumental color, blending classical sensibilities with contemporary orchestral writing.
Why we love this
Murtha's arrangement captures the cinematic intimacy of the original while giving your band genuine solo opportunities. The piano feature creates a natural focal point, and the optional flute alternative means you can showcase different strengths depending on your ensemble's lineup without losing the song's essential character.
What to expect
Quiet and intimate, yet lush. The piece creates space for reflection while the orchestration prevents it from ever feeling thin or incomplete. Listeners will recognize the melody immediately, but the band arrangement reveals layers of harmonic color they may not remember from the film.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the high school or community level seeking accessible repertoire with genuine emotional appeal. Students and audiences alike respond to the melody, but the arrangement gives your ensemble real musical responsibility rather than simple accompaniment.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the piano solo carefully in rehearsal; it should sing above the band without requiring the ensemble to sit back excessively. Work the dynamic curve in measures around the piano entrance so the transition feels organic rather than abrupt.
- If using the flute solo instead, shape the line with the same lyrical intent you would give to a vocalist. This melody deserves vibrato control and attention to phrase breathing, not merely technical accuracy.
- Keep the tempo steady and warm throughout. The 2:45 duration will feel rushed if you push, and the hauntingly beautiful quality depends on listeners having time to settle into the mood.
- Shape the woodwind passages with long lines rather than section by section. These aren't accompanying textures; they're part of the melodic storytelling.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a concert closer or as part of a film music themed set. It's also an excellent choice for a spring concert where you want to balance more vigorous repertoire with something that lets the audience breathe. The manageable length makes it ideal for inclusion on programs with limited rehearsal time.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing solo and ensemble textures
- Sustaining long melodic lines with appropriate phrasing
- Dynamic control in sustained passages
- Woodwind section blend and intonation in accompanimental writing
- Responding to cinematic storytelling in instrumental music