Encore!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$50.00 USD

Encore!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Encore!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-39504
Price: 50.00 USD
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A Celebration for Band

By Michael Story

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-39504

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Grandiose in nature, this solidly scored original work serves particularly well as a concert closer but equally well as a bold opening number. Teaching opportunities abound for reinforcement of critical articulations. Beginning bands will sound magnificent! (2:00) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Belwin Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 134

UPC: 038081459615

SKU: 00-39504

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About the Composer: Michael Story

Michael Story has established himself as one of the most prolific and respected composers for young bands in America. His gift lies in writing music that sounds far more advanced than its technical demands, giving student musicians genuine artistic satisfaction while keeping pedagogical focus sharp.

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Why we love this

Story crafted this piece to deliver real impact without overwhelming inexperienced players. The orchestration sits squarely in Grade 1 territory, yet the grandiose character and clean articulation writing give beginning bands the confidence and sonic payoff that keeps them motivated to practice and perform.

What to expect

Stately and assured, like walking into a grand hall. The piece carries ceremonial weight through clear harmonic progressions and confident rhythmic drive, giving students the pleasure of making music that feels important.

Who it's for

Beginning concert bands ready to tackle repertoire that demands precision and musicality without excessive technical difficulty. This score works for groups still building consistency across sections but hungry for material that lets them sound accomplished.

How to get the most out of it

Isolate the articulation patterns in rehearsal by section before putting the full band together. Clear, unified tonguing across the reeds transforms the opening statement.
Balance the melodic lines carefully so they cut through the supporting voices. Beginning horn and trombone players often play too loudly; help them find their role in the harmonic foundation.
Mark a clear roadmap of tempo and dynamic shape during the final run-through. Even at Grade 1, players respond well to understanding the arc from opening grandeur to closing statement.
Use this as a confidence-builder by emphasizing how polished the piece sounds when sections lock together. Student motivation grows when they hear themselves making a legitimate impression.

How to use it

Program this as a concert closer when you want to leave audiences impressed by what beginning players can achieve. Its two-minute runtime and substantial character also make it an effective opening statement that sets a professional tone for the entire performance.