Creepy Crawlies: Concert Band Conductor Score

$10.00 USD

Creepy Crawlies: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Creepy Crawlies: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD9951C
Price: 10.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Michael Story

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-BD9951C

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Well, you've probably heard of tributes to almost everything, but how about a tribute to bugs? Yes, with tongue very much in cheek, Michael Story has penned this original novelty to bring more than just a snicker from your audiences. Hear the insect as it approaches (your trumpet section playing on mouthpieces) and a resounding "slap" as the culprit is sent to greener pastures. Add some visuals from the band as the insect "circles," and you have yourself a guaranteed successful concert moment. For you environmentalists: No harmful pesticides are included. (Oh my, that's "OFF"-ful!) (1:45)

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Series: Belwin Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 12

UPC: 029156996319

SKU: 00-BD9951C

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About the Composer: Michael Story

Michael Story is a prolific composer whose catalog spans educational concert band repertoire, from accessible Grade 1 works to sophisticated ensemble pieces. His arrangements and original compositions have become staples in beginning and intermediate band programs, known for their musicality, clear orchestration, and ability to engage students while remaining technically grounded.

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Why we love this

This piece cuts through the typical concert band repertoire with humor that lands with audiences of all ages while keeping the ensemble focused on genuine musical execution. The mouthpiece trumpet effect and the coordinated 'slap' moment create memorable visual theater without sacrificing the band's musicality or requiring elaborate staging. At Grade 1, it's sophisticated enough to feel like a real concert piece, not filler.

What to expect

Whimsical and theatrical, with a creeping sense of suspense as the insect approaches. The piece balances lighthearted novelty with genuine musicality, delivering a satisfying comedic payoff that audiences remember long after the concert ends.

Who it's for

Beginning concert bands looking for repertoire that entertains audiences while offering legitimate musical content. Directors who want to prove that Grade 1 pieces can be thoughtfully composed and dramatically effective without becoming cartoonish.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the mouthpiece trumpet effect carefully so the insect's 'approach' sounds eerie but controlled; the contrast makes the final slap land harder.
Coordinate the visual 'circling' moment with a slight rubato or swell in the melodic line to give the insect apparent motion across the stage.
Crisp articulation in the rhythmic figures drives the piece's energy; avoid rushing through the lighter sections that set up the payoff.
The 'slap' moment needs confidence from the entire ensemble; rehearse the tutti attack so it lands as one decisive event, not a staggered response.

How to use it

Program this as a concert-opening energy boost or a palate cleanser between contrasting selections to keep audiences engaged. Halloween concerts, family matinees, and spring pops concerts all benefit from this piece's ability to lower audience walls with humor while showcasing your band's technical control.