Extremis: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$55.00 USD

Extremis: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Extremis: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-B1652
Price: 55.00 USD
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By Randall D. Standridge

Grade: 2

Item: 98-B1652

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This aggressive work will make a dramatic musical statement at any concert! Trombone glissandi, extended chime effects, and tribal chanting combine to create a dark, brooding soundscape that will keep your audience and players on the edge of their seats. Perfect for opening or closing your next concert, this is truly “extreme!”

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Series: FJH Young Band

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

UPC: 674398234141

SKU: 98-B1652

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About the Composer: Randall D. Standridge

Randall D. Standridge has built a substantial catalog for young and developing bands, establishing himself as a composer who understands what works in the rehearsal room and on stage. His writing balances accessibility with musical integrity, giving students engaging material that doesn't sacrifice artistic substance.

Standridge's contributions to the FJH Young Band series reflect his commitment to creating repertoire that challenges players while remaining achievable at their level. His pieces often feature distinctive orchestrations and contemporary sounds that capture student interest.

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Why we love this

Standridge delivers a piece that actually lives up to its dramatic premise. Instead of relying on volume alone, he layers specific textural effects, trombone glissandi, extended chime work, tribal chanting, that give young players concrete musical techniques to master while building something genuinely atmospheric. It's the kind of opener or closer that gets remembered, and the Grade 2 scoring means your ensemble can pull it off without superhuman demands.

What to expect

Extremis builds a deliberately unsettling atmosphere through sparse, layered textures rather than conventional melodic development. The combination of sliding brass, percussion effects, and vocal elements creates an immersive dark landscape that feels both controlled and primal, drawing the audience into the ensemble's world rather than simply performing at them.

Who it's for

Concert bands in Grades 2-3 looking for legitimate contemporary repertoire that works as a statement piece without excessive technical demands. Directors programming festivals or competitions will find this title serves equally well as a show-opening declaration or a closing moment that leaves an impression.

How to get the most out of it

Isolate the trombone section early on to lock in the glissandi passages with precision. These lines define the piece's character, so spending rehearsal time here pays dividends.
Establish the rhythm of the tribal chanting before layering it into the full ensemble texture. Clarity of pulse makes the dark soundscape land harder.
Balance the extended chime effects carefully in the mix. They should shimmer and cut through without overwhelming the other colors.

How to use it

Open a concert with this to immediately signal that something different is coming, establishing an edgy tone before transitioning to contrasting material. Alternatively, position it as your final work to send the audience out with something they'll discuss afterward, the kind of piece that defines the evening's takeaway.