Canadian Folk Trilogy: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$52.00 USD

Canadian Folk Trilogy: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Canadian Folk Trilogy: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-31722
Price: 52.00 USD
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By Vince Gassi

Grade: 3 (Medium)

Item: 00-31722

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Canadian Folk Trilogy offers a refreshing setting of three popular Canadian Folk songs. Kicking things off is an enjoyable adaptation of "Donkey Riding." Singing this tune helped sailors to pass the time as they used the donkey engine to load timber onto the decks of ships in Canadian ports. "Inuit Lullaby" slows the pace with a simple but beautiful melody set in three bar phrases. Finally, we conclude with a rollicking version of "I's the B'y" (I'm the Boy), a traditional Newfoundland folk song.

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Series: Young Symphonic

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 162

UPC: 038081355320

SKU: 00-31722

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About the Composer: Vince Gassi

Vince Gassi holds a Bachelor of Music from the University of Western Ontario and has studied composition and arranging at the Dick Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. He completed his Ph.D. at York University in Toronto. Since joining Alfred Music in 2006, he has published over 100 works that consistently balance accessibility with musical substance, earning him a reputation as a composer who understands what engages young musicians.

Gassi's 25-year teaching career at the elementary and secondary levels informs every piece he writes. He appears regularly as a guest conductor, adjudicator, and clinician across the United States and Canada, and leads seminars on creative engagement and digital workflows for music directors. His works have been recorded and performed throughout North America, Europe, and Japan, with frequent performances at the Midwest Clinic.

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Why we love this

Grade 3 bands often struggle to find concert repertoire that feels genuine rather than watered-down. This trilogy delivers three distinct musical personalities within one manageable package, allowing you to showcase your ensemble's range without asking too much technically. The cultural storytelling around each folk melody gives your students context for why these songs matter, transforming a concert program into a journey.

What to expect

The collection moves from the robust, working-song energy of timber loading to the gentle rocking motion of an Inuit melody, then snaps back into celebratory regional vitality. Each piece carries the warmth of Canadian maritime tradition without requiring advanced technical demands from players.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 3 level seeking programming that combines folk authenticity with accessibility. Directors preparing festival or concert repertoire will appreciate the cultural grounding and clear instrumentation in the score.

How to get the most out of it

Emphasize the narrative arc across all three selections. "Donkey Riding" sets an energetic tone; use that momentum shift carefully when transitioning into the lullaby's stillness.
Balance the outer voices in "Inuit Lullaby" to let the simple melody breathe. Younger ensembles often over-blend harmonic accompaniment, drowning the tune.
Drive the rhythmic energy in "I's the B'y" without rushing. Newfoundland folk rhythms benefit from a relaxed confidence rather than mechanical precision.

How to use it

Open a concert with "Donkey Riding" to establish mood and capture attention immediately. Use the lullaby as a contrasting centerpiece that lets the audience settle into a different emotional space. Close with "I's the B'y" to send audiences out with the infectious spirit of Newfoundland folk culture. Alternatively, program the entire trilogy as a unified suite to demonstrate your band's interpretive range within a single rehearsal block.