Blue Ridge Rhapsody: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$65.00 USD

Blue Ridge Rhapsody: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Blue Ridge Rhapsody: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-1899
Price: 65.00 USD
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By John Kinyon

Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-1899

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In A-B-A form, this piece consists of two major themes, both of which are stated in the 16-measure introductory section. Although the composition is in large part romantic in style, it offers young performers an opportunity to experience the spritely 6/8 of the Allegro moderato as well as the romantic legato of the Andante cantabile section. (Grade 2) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Growing Band Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 61

UPC: 038081006253

SKU: 00-1899

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About the Composer: John Kinyon

John Kinyon earned degrees from Ithaca College and the Eastman School of Music, and received an honorary doctorate from Limestone College in South Carolina. His career spans instrumental music direction, music department leadership in multiple school districts, educational roles at major publishing houses, and music education faculty positions, including at the University of Miami.

Kinyon has established himself as one of the most productive voices in educational band music, with over 250 published works for Alfred spanning grades 1 through 3. His catalog encompasses original marches, ballads, and overtures written across multiple styles, making him a reliable resource for directors seeking age-appropriate repertoire with musical substance.

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Why we love this

Kinyon constructs this piece with real pedagogical intention: the 16-measure introduction efficiently establishes both themes, giving students a clear roadmap before the full A-B-A structure unfolds. The deliberate contrast between the spritely 6/8 Allegro moderato and the singing 9/8 Andante cantabile section gives your ensemble a genuine study in stylistic range without overreaching the Grade 2 level.

What to expect

The piece opens with character and intent, then invites players into a lyrical moment where blend and phrasing matter as much as accuracy. The energetic 6/8 section returns with renewed purpose, creating a satisfying journey that feels rewarding without feeling rushed.

Who it's for

Band directors working with developing ensembles who want to move beyond simple march forms without jumping into complex meters or advanced technical demands. This piece serves Grade 2 students ready to engage with romantic style and metric variety within a accessible context.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the introductory section with clear articulation in the opening theme, then allow the second theme to breathe with sustained legato to highlight the textural shift students will encounter in the Andante cantabile.
Drill the 6/8 section separately to establish rhythmic security before combining parts; the metric contrast will challenge younger ensembles more than the note reading itself.
Balance the romantic section by encouraging wind players to listen for the harmonic support underneath melodic lines, rather than playing aggressively through sustained passages.
Use the return to A as an opportunity to refine what students learned in the opening; the repeated material allows them to apply improved technique and interpretation.

How to use it

This works naturally as a spring concert anchor piece for a band whose musicianship has matured through the fall season. Pair it with a lighter overture or march to showcase your ensemble's range from playful to expressive, or program it alongside another Kinyon work to highlight his accessible compositional voice.