Cool Moose: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Francois Dorion
Grade: 0.5-1
Item: 35-PK00464048
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Cool Moose - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Cool Moose - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Bb Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Bb Trumpet | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Percussion 3 | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Cool Moose - Piano | $6.00 |
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Description
Although usually calm and peaceful, the moose can also be fast and aggressive, and is most certainly a "cool" beast! With an industrial rock feel, "Cool Moose" features simple tutti rhythms and lots of fun variety for the percussion section.
The First Concepts Series features simplified instrumentations, unison bass lines, optional advanced snare drum parts, and optional piano accompaniments.
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00464048
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About the Composer: Francois Dorion
Francois Dorion has established himself as a composer deeply invested in accessible band literature. His work with the First Concepts Series demonstrates a clear philosophy: young ensembles deserve writing that respects their developing musicianship while offering genuine musical substance and engagement.
Why we love this
Dorion captures the duality of the moose with genuine compositional wit. The industrial rock edge keeps young players invested while the simplified tuttis and optional advanced snare parts let you scale the challenge to fit your specific ensemble's development.
What to expect
A creature that shifts between serene and explosive. The industrial rock framework gives it modern edge, but Dorion's orchestration stays clear and colorful, never muddy. It feels like a concert band piece written by someone who actually understands what young players need to feel successful.
Who it's for
Beginning and early intermediate bands ready for something with real personality. The simplified instrumentation and unison bass lines keep the foundation manageable, while the percussion writing and stylistic demands push students toward genuine musicianship.
How to get the most out of it
- Anchor the groove with your rhythm section. That industrial feel lives in the consistency of the pulse, so lock the snare and bass drum pattern early and let everything else build from there.
- Lean into the percussion variety. Dorion has written parts that give your section real ownership of the character. Let them own their moments rather than playing them as accompaniment.
- Push the contrast between the calm and aggressive sections. Young players often play everything at the same dynamic level, so mark clear breath points and dynamic shifts in rehearsal so the character shift reads to the audience.
- Take advantage of the optional advanced snare part if your player can handle it. It transforms the piece from simple to genuinely interesting without overwhelming less experienced musicians.
How to use it
Program this early in a concert to set an energetic tone, or use it as a bridge between your elementary fundamentals and your more demanding repertoire. It works beautifully as a season opener because it signals to the audience that your band has style and personality.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining steady groove against changing melodic activity
- Reading and executing industrial rock rhythmic figures
- Balancing tutti rhythmic unison with clarity and precision
- Interpreting stylistic dynamic contrast (calm to aggressive)
- Coordinating with a percussion section leading textural change