Fiddle-Faddle: Concert Band Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

Fiddle-Faddle: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Fiddle-Faddle: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD01036C
Price: 9.00 USD
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By Leroy Anderson / arr. Philip J. Lang

Grade: 3.5 (Medium Easy to Medium)

Item: 00-BD01036C

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A rebirth of this classic Leroy Anderson work. For 40 years, bands all over the world have programmed and audiences have enjoyed the Anderson classic as arranged by Philip J. Lang. His scoring captures all of the orchestral colors. This one should be in every concert band's library. (3:32)

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Series: Leroy Anderson Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 28

UPC: 029156068528

SKU: 00-BD01036C

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About the Composer: Leroy Anderson

Leroy Anderson (1908, 1975) was an American composer and conductor who became one of the most recorded composers of the 20th century. Working primarily in the light classical and pops idiom, Anderson crafted works of extraordinary craftsmanship and melodic appeal that appealed equally to concert audiences and radio listeners. His pieces demonstrated sophisticated orchestration and harmonic writing despite their accessible, often whimsical character.

Anderson's catalog includes beloved standards like "Plink, Plank, Plunk!" and "Blue Tango," works that have remained staples of concert band and orchestra repertoire for decades. His gift was the ability to write music that engaged performers and audiences without condescension, combining technical finish with genuine charm.

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Why we love this

Philip J. Lang's orchestration preserves Anderson's delightful melodic invention while giving the concert band idiom room to breathe. The arrangement has proven its staying power through decades of programming, which speaks to its musical integrity and its balance of accessibility with sophistication. It's the kind of piece that sits comfortably between a full concert work and a fun closer, always landing well with audiences.

What to expect

Fiddle-Faddle bounces along with good humor and a spring in its step. The piece sparkles through clever orchestral details and melodic turns, never taking itself too seriously while remaining musically substantial. It's the kind of music that makes audiences smile and reminds them why they enjoy concert band.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 3.5 level seeking repertoire that entertains without requiring virtuosic technique. Directors looking for music that audiences recognize and enjoy, and that gives students experience with accessible but carefully orchestrated writing.

How to get the most out of it

Pay attention to the articulation markings in the woodwinds; they define the character of the opening and need to be precise and light without sounding rushed.
Keep the tempo steady through tempo variations, as the piece relies on clear metric pulse to maintain its playful momentum.
Balance the brass carefully when it enters in thicker sections so the melodic line remains audible across the ensemble.
Use the full three-and-a-half minutes to shape the phrase arcs naturally; resist the urge to push the pace, which can flatten the charm.

How to use it

Program this as a standalone concert work or as a companion piece in an Anderson-themed set. Its moderate length and upbeat character make it an excellent palate cleanser between heavier concert works, and it works equally well in festival settings where judges appreciate clean, well-executed pops arrangements.