Dust In The Wind: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
By Kerry Livgren / As performed by Kansas / Arranged by Larry Moore
Grade: 3-4
Item: 35-PK00251171
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Dust In The Wind - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $7.50 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Violin 1 | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Violin 2 | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Violin 3 (Viola Treble Clef) | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Viola | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Cello | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Bass | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Piano | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Acoustic Guitar | $7.00 | |
| Dust In The Wind - Percussion | $7.00 |
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Description
Here's a rare opportunity to feature an acoustic guitar soloist with the famous signature song of the band Kansas a great chance to include a budding rock star with your string orchestra. Larry Moore's skilled arrangement can be performed with or without guitar. Dur: 2:35
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00251171
More about this title
About the Composer: Kerry Livgren
Kerry Livgren is the primary songwriter and keyboardist for Kansas, the progressive rock band that defined arena rock in the 1970s and 1980s. His compositions balance complex harmonic structures with memorable melodies, a skill that translates remarkably well to orchestral settings. Beyond his work with Kansas, Livgren has pursued solo projects and continues to influence musicians across genres who respect his approach to songwriting craft.
Livgren's ability to write songs that endure across decades makes his catalog ideal for educational arrangements. When adapted for young musicians, his pieces retain their emotional core while offering valuable lessons in phrasing, dynamics, and the relationship between harmonic motion and melodic shape.
Why we love this
Larry Moore's arrangement opens a genuine performance opportunity that most string orchestras never get: featuring a student soloist on acoustic guitar within the context of a globally recognized rock song. The piece works equally well with or without the guitar part, giving you flexibility in casting while maintaining strong musical results. Programming a Kansas classic signals to your students and audience that orchestral music reaches far beyond the concert hall.
What to expect
The piece carries the contemplative quality of the original recording, with sustained string textures that drift and settle like dust in air. There's a quiet dignity to the harmonies, punctuated by moments of gentle intensity that build without resorting to heavy orchestration.
Who it's for
String orchestras working at grades 3 and 4 who want to program contemporary music with genuine rock credentials. This arrangement serves directors seeking to engage students who might connect more readily with familiar songs and gives guitar students a chance to perform with the ensemble beyond classical contexts.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the string section's sustains against the guitar's natural decay; the strings should support without overwhelming the soloist's tone.
- Shape the opening phrase in unison so the ensemble establishes the song's identity before layering parts. Precision here pays off for the rest of the arrangement.
- Attend to the dynamic contrast between verse and chorus sections; resisting the urge to push too hard in the verses makes the climax land with real impact.
- If performing without guitar, ensure the first violin or another featured voice compensates for the missing solo line so the arrangement remains musically complete.
How to use it
Feature this in a concert that bridges classical and contemporary music, perhaps pairing it with a traditional orchestral work to demonstrate how skilled arrangement connects genres. It works as a spring or early fall program offering when you want to energize the audience with recognizable material while showcasing your string players' musicianship.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long tones with consistent tone quality and intonation
- Responding to a featured soloist while maintaining ensemble cohesion
- Interpreting dynamic shaping in contemporary song arrangements
- Managing the relationship between rhythmic drive and sustained harmonic movement
- Collaborating across traditional ensemble and rock idioms