Havasu Falls: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Jeremy Bell
Grade: 1.5 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0004828
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Description
A colorful and attractive piece for young band, Havasu Falls uses syncopated rhythms and a tuneful melody to provide a delightful backdrop for this beautifully developed piece. Expert craftsmanship allows the full color and capabilities of the orchestration available for young bands to develop to their full extent, providing an outstanding canvas for young musicians to grow and develop their skills.
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Additional Details
Series:
Alfred Debut Series
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
132
SKU:
00-PK-0004828
More about this title
About the Composer: Jeremy Bell
Jeremy Bell studied music composition at Bradley University under Dr. Stephen Heinemann, then earned a master's degree from Arizona State University where he worked with Dr. Rodney Rogers and Dr. Jody Rockmaker. His compositional work spans band and choral literature alongside a growing portfolio for television and film, while he also serves as Entertainment Manager at The SHOUT! House Dueling Piano bar in Glendale, Arizona.
Why we love this
Havasu Falls delivers real musicality without overwhelming young players. Bell writes with genuine orchestration awareness, letting each section shine while maintaining the accessibility Grade 1.5 ensembles need. The syncopated rhythmic language and melodic interest make this a piece your students will actually want to play, not just read through.
What to expect
Havasu Falls evokes the stunning desert landscape it's named for, with colorful orchestration and tuneful melodic lines that feel both approachable and genuinely musical. The syncopated rhythms give the piece forward motion and contemporary energy, making it engaging for young musicians without sacrificing artistic substance.
Who it's for
Young concert bands at the Grade 1.5 level ready to move beyond simple unison writing into genuine ensemble writing. This works for groups seeking festival or concert repertoire that challenges rhythmic reading and intonation without requiring advanced technique.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melodic line against accompaniment figures so the tune cuts through even in full band passages.
- Lock in the syncopated rhythms during sectional rehearsals by having players tap the rhythm while sustaining whole notes, building confidence before the full texture.
- Shape phrases with gentle dynamic swells rather than hard attacks; this piece rewards musical sensitivity at the young band level.
- Use the varied orchestration throughout to spotlight different sections and keep ensemble focus engaged across the full 132 pages.
How to use it
Program this as a concert opener or mid-set piece where it will anchor the ensemble's musicality and confidence before moving into more technically demanding repertoire. It also serves well as a contest selection for young bands seeking an attractive, well-crafted piece that demonstrates solid fundamentals and ensemble balance.
Skills your students will build
- Syncopated rhythm reading in simple meters
- Dynamic shaping and phrase awareness
- Ensemble balance between melody and accompaniment
- Intonation in sustained harmonic passages
- Orchestration awareness and sectional independence