Dream Tides: Score
By Jeremy Bell
Grade: 1.5 (Easy)
Item: 00-PR-0005217
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Description
"Dream Tides" is beautiful, lyric piece that is perfect for your developing musicians, creating the opportunity for them to work on dynamics and expression. The soundscape creates the sense of being caught in a fantastic day dream with the chance to explore anywhere. (2:10)
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Debut Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
126
SKU:
00-PR-0005217
More about this title
About the Composer: Jeremy Bell
Jeremy Bell holds degrees in music composition from Bradley University and Arizona State University, where he studied with Stephen Heinemann, Rodney Rogers, and Jody Rockmaker. His work spans concert and choral composition alongside a growing portfolio in television and film scoring, reflecting a creative practice rooted in both classical training and contemporary media.
Beyond the concert hall, Bell has cultivated an active role in Arizona's music scene as Entertainment Manager at The SHOUT! House, a position that keeps him immersed in live musical performance and audience engagement.
Why we love this
Dream Tides strikes a rare balance at Grade 1.5: it reads as genuinely musical and expressive without overwhelming newer ensemble players. The piece's focus on dynamic shaping and lyrical phrasing gives students concrete, rewarding work on musicianship that extends far beyond note-reading, and the dreamlike atmosphere naturally draws engaged listening from the audience.
What to expect
Floating through a waking reverie, where time seems to dissolve into gentle waves of sound. The harmonic language is warm and accessible, yet the dynamic tapestry creates space for imagination and introspection, inviting both players and listeners to drift into their own musical landscape.
Who it's for
Dream Tides serves developing concert bands in their first or second year of building ensemble skills. The piece works equally well in classroom ensembles and community bands seeking accessible, musically substantive repertoire that doesn't sacrifice artistic integrity for ease of execution.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melodic lines through gradual dynamic arcs rather than sudden jumps; let students hear how sustained phrases breathe and evolve.
- Establish a consistent harmonic foundation in the inner voices early in rehearsal so the upper melody can float naturally over it.
- Allow the ensemble time to listen inward during the more delicate passages; this develops awareness of balance and blend that young players often rush.
- Mark breath points clearly in the parts and rehearse as ensemble rests, not individual stops, to maintain the flowing quality of the soundscape.
How to use it
Open a winter or spring concert with Dream Tides to establish an introspective mood that contrasts well with more energetic selections later in the program. Its accessible difficulty also makes it an ideal choice for festival play, allowing students to gain confidence in a performance setting without technical strain.
Skills your students will build
- Dynamic shaping and expressive control
- Sustained phrase phrasing across multiple measures
- Inner voice balance and harmonic awareness
- Ensemble blend and listening to surrounding voices