Finn McCool: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Robert Buckley
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00465846
$60.00
Pickup currently not available
Buy Extra Parts (Digital PDF Download)
| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Finn McCool - Full Score | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - String Bass | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Finn McCool - Timpani | $6.00 |
Parts Added to Cart!
Description
Finn McCool (Fionn mac Cumhaill) was a mythical Irish giant. There are many stories associated with Finn, including the legend that he built the Giant's Causeway in the north of Ireland as stepping-stones to Scotland. "Finn McCool" starts as a funky Irish jig with an infectious groove and a call and response structure. This develops into a section with a melody reminiscent of an Irish air. Finally, these two melodies are played together and the music builds to a final flourish.
Finn McCool: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts isn't in MakeMusic Cloud just yet...but it could be. Let us know you'd like to see it, and you'll help shape what comes next. In the meantime, start a free trial and dive into thousands of interactive titles your students can play along with today.
Request This Title
Tell us you want it.
Start Your Free Trial
Explore everything that's ready to play right now.
Sample Audio
No sample audio found.
Sample Video
No sample videos found.
Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00465846
More about this title
Why we love this
Buckley captures the playful energy of Irish folk tradition without pretense. The architecture of this piece is beautifully economical: a funky jig establishes the groove, an air provides lyrical contrast, then both ideas interweave with building momentum. It's the kind of writing that sounds effortless but requires real craft.
What to expect
A celebration of Irish storytelling set to modern groove. The jig pulses with irreverent fun; the air brings warmth and reflection. When they combine, the music feels inevitable and complete, like a story reaching its satisfying conclusion.
Who it's for
Grade 2 bands ready to program something with character and style. This works equally well for contest, festival, or concert programming when you want a piece that engages both players and audience.
How to get the most out of it
- Nail the call and response exchanges in the jig section; clarity of phrasing keeps the infectious quality from becoming muddy.
- Balance the air melody so it sings above the harmonic foundation. This is where the piece shifts emotional register.
- Lock the final build with precision. The layering of both themes together creates energy through rhythmic unity, not just volume.
How to use it
Pair this with other folk-inspired or world music selections for a thematic program, or use it as an opener that immediately sets an energetic, accessible tone. At Grade 2, it builds young musicians' confidence in handling style and character.
Skills your students will build
- Interpreting rhythmic groove and swing within a defined style
- Executing call and response structures with ensemble clarity
- Balancing melody and accompaniment across sections
- Building intensity and shape through layered orchestration
- Phrasing and articulation in both jig and air contexts