Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$60.00 USD

Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BDM05038
Price: 60.00 USD
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Words by Emma Lazarus with alternate text material by Charlotte Lee, music by Douglas E. Wagner

Item: 00-BDM05038

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The classic words of American poet Emma Lazarus appear on a plaque at the base of the Statue of Liberty in New York harbor. The immigrant spirit of our nation lives on in her words and in the spirit of every American. Doug Wagner has created this wonderful work for band and chorus that captures the true sense of our nation. If you're looking for a special patriotic addition to your next concert, consider this one!

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Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 209

UPC: 654979094579

SKU: 00-BDM05038

Instrumentation: Opt. Band Acc.

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About the Composer: Doug Wagner

Doug Wagner has established himself as one of the most prolific and performed composers in American band and choral music. His output spans concert works, musicals, educational pieces, and arrangements, all marked by clear orchestration, singable lines, and direct emotional communication. Wagner's gift for matching music to text makes him particularly sought-after for patriotic and commemorative works.

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Why we love this

This work succeeds because it treats patriotic sentiment without bombast. Wagner's setting of Lazarus's words balances the band's supporting role with genuine choral writing, creating space for the text to resonate rather than burying it under orchestration. The combination of Americana spirit and musical sophistication makes it substantive enough for concert programming while remaining accessible to most ensembles.

What to expect

The music carries quiet dignity mixed with underlying hope. Rather than aggressive patriotism, Wagner creates a reflective quality that honors the immigrant experience Lazarus captured, giving the words room to speak while the band provides harmonic weight and emotional grounding.

Who it's for

This score suits conductors programming a patriotic concert or summer concert that honors American identity and values. Both community bands and school ensembles with established choirs will find the optional band accompaniment manageable and rewarding.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the chorus carefully during tutti sections; the band accompaniment should enhance rather than overshadow the singers' clarity on these iconic words.
Establish the emotional arc through tempo and dynamic shape rather than excessive rubato; let the text and melody carry the weight.
Rehearse the band and chorus separately first, paying particular attention to how the band reinforces harmonic support and rhythmic precision.
Consider the acoustic space when calibrating dynamics; these words demand clarity and dignity across the entire hall.

How to use it

This works effectively as a closing piece for a summer concert or a centerpiece for a patriotic-themed program around Independence Day or Heritage Month celebrations. It pairs well with other American-themed works but is substantial enough to stand alone as a significant concert moment.