Bushido: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
The Way of the Warrior
Based on Traditional Japanese Songs / arr. Michael Story
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0006287
$62.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Bushido: Score | $10.00 | |
| Bushido: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Bassoon | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Baritone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: 3rd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Bushido: Timpani | $3.00 |
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Description
A stunning setting of three traditional Japanese songs that have been seamlessly interwoven in this robust arrangement. Translated, the title refers to the code of ethics embraced by Samurai warriors for centuries. These three melodies are intended to inspire courage, respect, honor, frugality, loyalty, and honesty. A noble musical message suitable for any performance or instructional environment. (3:30) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud and Music Prodigy.
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
188
SKU:
00-PK-0006287
More about this title
About the Arranger: Michael Story
Michael Story has established himself as a prolific composer and arranger for young band, known for making sophisticated musical ideas accessible to developing ensembles. His arrangements balance musical substance with playability, ensuring that students encounter genuine artistic merit while building foundational skills.
Why we love this
Story's approach to these three Japanese melodies respects their cultural integrity while creating moments of genuine dramatic lift. The interwoven structure keeps the piece moving and engaging without feeling fragmented, and the ethical themes it carries give students something meaningful to play for beyond technical execution.
What to expect
Noble and purposeful. The piece carries the weight of centuries of samurai ethics translated into sound, with moments of quiet reflection alongside passages that build momentum and collective strength. Students will sense they are playing something with gravity and meaning.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands ready to expand their cultural horizons without stretching technically. The arrangement works equally well as an educational piece that introduces students to Japanese musical traditions or as a concert selection that brings substance and dignity to any performance.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening phrases with a singing quality that honors the melodic origins; avoid letting the accessibility of Grade 2 flatten the expression.
- Balance transparency in the ensemble so that the three melody lines remain distinguishable when they appear together; this clarity matters for the listener's ability to follow the composition's structure.
- Let the tempo breathe slightly in moments of transition between sections to emphasize the weaving of the three traditional songs.
How to use it
Pair this with other world music selections to frame a concert around cultural traditions and shared human values, or place it strategically in a program to shift the emotional temperature and give your audience a moment of genuine depth. The moderate duration allows it to anchor a set without dominating concert length.
Skills your students will build
- Balanced part independence when multiple melodies sound simultaneously
- Phrasing across longer musical lines in a Grade 2 context
- Dynamic shaping to support thematic material rather than merely observing written dynamics
- Cross-cultural music literacy and respectful interpretation of traditional sources