Down by the Salley Gardens: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$57.00 USD

Down by the Salley Gardens: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Down by the Salley Gardens: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-48165
Price: 57.00 USD
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Poem by William Butler Yeats (1865-1939) / Traditional Irish Folk Song / arr. Patrick Roszell

Grade: 1 (Easy)

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The union of this glorious traditional Irish folk song with William Butler Yeats' compelling poem results in an expressive choice. Lyrical in nature, there are musical teaching opportunities for slurring, sustaining phrases, intonation, and dynamic shading. Stunning! (3:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Belwin Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 128

ISBN10: 1-4706-6421-6

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-6421-3

UPC: 038081559070

SKU: 00-48165

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About the Composer: William Butler Yeats

William Butler Yeats (1865-1939) stands as one of the most influential poets of the twentieth century and a central figure in the Irish literary renaissance. His work bridges the personal and the political, drawing deeply from Irish folklore, mythology, and history to create verse of enduring emotional power. For music educators, Yeats' connection to traditional Irish culture makes his poetry a natural match for folk settings and arrangements that celebrate the music and language of Ireland.

Yeats' poem "The Salley Gardens" first appeared in 1889 and has become one of his most beloved works, its accessible lyricism and poignant narrative making it ideal for musical adaptation. The poem's themes of lost love and regret resonate across generations, and its pairing with traditional Irish melody has created a piece that moves audiences of all ages. Educators value this poem for its emotional clarity and its capacity to inspire expressive, thoughtful musical performance.

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Why we love this

Patrick Roszell's Grade 1 arrangement delivers genuine musicality without overwhelming young players. The lyrical simplicity of the tune combined with Yeats' evocative text creates a piece that teaches expressive fundamentals (phrase shaping, dynamic control, sustained tone) while keeping technical demands accessible, making it genuinely rewarding for both conductor and ensemble.

What to expect

Wistful and lyrical, with the unhurried quality of a folk melody passed down through generations. The arrangement breathes space around the tune, allowing moments of quiet reflection and gentle warmth that feel earned rather than sentimental.

Who it's for

Beginning concert band students who are ready to step beyond exercise books into repertoire that demands musicianship alongside technical facility. This arrangement fits conductors looking for a Grade 1 piece with real expressive substance for spring concerts or festivals.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the melody by planning the arc of longer phrases before rehearsal begins; have students mark the point where the phrase reaches its emotional peak so they understand where to build and where to release.
Emphasize the difference between holding a note and sustaining a phrase; in a Grade 1 setting, many students will default to keeping the same volume throughout a long note rather than floating the sound forward with gentle dynamic motion.
Balance the harmonic foundation carefully so accompaniment voices support without covering the melody; this develops listening skills and teaches students to function within a fuller texture.
Work toward consistency in intonation on sustained chords by having the band hold whole notes and adjust as a unit rather than expecting individual instrumental correction.

How to use it

Program this in a spring concert as a contrast to more energetic fare, or use it as a festival selection where judges will recognize the pedagogical value of young musicians performing with genuine expression. The three-minute length makes it an ideal companion to shorter works or as a closing piece that sends the audience out feeling the piece's quiet beauty.