Codebreaker: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert Buckley
Grade: 2.5
Item: 35-PK00271804
$55.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Codebreaker - Full Score | $10.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - String Bass | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Codebreaker - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
The pursuit is on! In the compelling style of classic spy music, "Codebreaker" takes your band into the world of intrigue and espionage. Though written for young band, "Codebreaker"'s effective orchestration gives it the sophisticated sound and intensity of a much more advanced piece. A non-stop thrill ride full of suspense and adventure! (Grade 2.5) Dur: 2:40
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00271804
More about this title
Why we love this
Buckley's orchestration here is genuinely clever; a Grade 2.5 piece shouldn't sound this polished and cinematic, yet the writing manages sophistication without overcomplicating the parts. The spy thriller concept gives your band a narrative hook that keeps them engaged through rehearsal and makes for a program that audiences remember.
What to expect
Racing against the clock. Buckley builds momentum through relentless rhythmic drive and cinematic orchestration that channels classic spy film scores. The non-stop forward motion creates genuine excitement while the sophisticated harmonic choices give the piece unexpected depth.
Who it's for
Bands ready to play something that feels genuinely exciting without requiring advanced technical skills. This works equally well for groups building confidence or for young ensembles looking to program beyond the typical Grade 2 repertoire.
How to get the most out of it
- Build tension gradually through the opening sections. Resist the urge to accelerate; let the suspense grow through rhythmic precision and controlled dynamics rather than speed.
- Bring out inner lines in the woodwinds during the thematic material. These details create texture that elevates the perceived complexity of the arrangement.
- Balance the brass punctuations carefully so they land like plot twists, not overwhelming announcements. They should surprise, not dominate.
How to use it
Feature this as a concert opener or closer to hook your audience immediately with action and intrigue. It pairs well with contrasting lyrical pieces and gives your program dynamic shape without demanding a massive technical leap from your ensemble.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining tempo under rhythmic complexity
- Balancing independent lines within transparent orchestration
- Shaping phrasing within a continuous driving pulse
- Articulation clarity in syncopated passages
- Dynamic control and relative balance across sections