Courtly Airs and Dances: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Courtly Airs and Dances: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 35-PK01470554
Price: 90.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Ron Nelson

Grade: 3

Item: 35-PK01470554

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$90.00

Product	Price	Quantity
Courtly Airs and Dances - Full Score	$20.00
Courtly Airs and Dances - Piccolo	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Flute 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Flute 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Flute 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Oboe 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Oboe 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Clarinet 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Clarinet 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Clarinet 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Clarinet 4	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Clarinet 5	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Clarinet 6	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bass Clarinet	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bassoon 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bassoon 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Alto Saxophone 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Alto Saxophone 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Tenor Saxophone	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Baritone Saxophone	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trumpet 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trumpet 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trumpet 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trumpet 4	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trumpet 5	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Trumpet 6	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Horn 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Horn 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Horn 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Horn 4	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trombone 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trombone 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trombone 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Trombone 4	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Euphonium 1 T.C.	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Euphonium 2 T.C.	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Euphonium 1 B.C.	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Bb Euphonium 2 B.C.	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Tuba	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Timpani	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Percussion 1	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Percussion 2	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Percussion 3	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Percussion 4	$2.50
Courtly Airs and Dances - Percussion 5	$2.50

This is a suite of Renaissance dances which were characteristic to five different European countries. The festival opens with a fanfare-like Intrada followed by Basse Dance (France), Pavane (England), Saltarello (Italy), Sarabande (Spain) and Allemande (Germany). This is one of the composer's more accessible works for bands at this level.

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Publisher: Hal Leonard

SKU: 35-PK01470554

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About the Composer: Ron Nelson

Ron Nelson is a prolific composer whose catalog spans orchestral, band, and choral works with a particular gift for writing idiomatically for winds. His pieces balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, making them staples in rehearsal rooms from middle schools through university programs. Nelson's arrangements and original compositions frequently draw on historical and folk sources, which he transforms into vehicles for ensemble development without sacrificing artistic integrity.

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Why we love this

Nelson crafts each dance with distinct character and instrumentation, so your band moves through five contrasting musical worlds rather than grinding through variations on a theme. The writing sits comfortably for Grade 3 ensembles while maintaining enough textural detail and harmonic interest to keep rehearsals engaging, and the historical progression gives your concert a narrative arc that audiences genuinely appreciate.

What to expect

A guided tour through Renaissance Europe, where courtly pageantry unfolds in miniature. Each dance carries the flavor of its origin, from the stately formality of Spanish court to the buoyant energy of Italian celebration, creating a vivid musical travelogue that feels both intimate and ceremonial.

Who it's for

This suite works beautifully for Grade 3 concert bands looking for repertoire with historical substance and clear contrasts between movements. Directors seeking a springboard for cultural discussion or a programmatic work that educates audiences while developing ensemble musicianship will find it especially useful.

How to get the most out of it

Bring out the ceremonial character of the opening Intrada by balancing trumpet and trombone solos against the ensemble, treating it as a gateway rather than background fanfare.
Shape each dance's phrasing to reflect its cultural origin. The Basse Dance sits close to the earth with gentle rubato; the Saltarello bounces with articulation and lift.
Let the saxophone and woodwind soloists breathe between phrases rather than pushing through mechanically. These dances thrive on conversation between sections.
Mark conductor cues carefully where ensemble texture shifts or meter implications change. Your clarity keeps the band grounded in the style without overcomplicating.

How to use it

Open a concert with this suite to establish an accessible, engaging tone while signaling that the band takes repertoire seriously. Its historical theme pairs naturally with humanities curricula or cultural heritage programs. It also sits well mid-concert as a palate cleanser between heavier contemporary or classical works.