Hymnsong Variants: Concert Band Conductor Score

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Hymnsong Variants: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Hymnsong Variants: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD9666C
Price: 10.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 2 (Easy)

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This work, from the pen of Robert W. Smith, consists of an original theme with a set of three variations. A charismatic melody sets the scene and knits itself to a trio of stunning contrasts. As one expects from this talented composer, percussion plays a vital role to add hue and texture, driving the piece to a forceful finale. A dazzling display! (4:21)

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Series: Belwin Young Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 24

ISBN10: 0-7579-0683-4

ISBN13: 978-0-7579-0683-1

UPC: 029156213294

SKU: 00-BD9666C

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among America's most widely performed composers of concert band and orchestral music, with over 400 published works primarily distributed through Alfred Music. He holds a Bachelor of Music Education from Troy State University and a Master of Music from the University of Miami, and has built a career conducting and clinicking across the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, Italy, Austria, and the United Kingdom.

His symphonies, including The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey, have circulated through performance venues across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Works like The Tempest have become repertoire standards for developing ensembles. Beyond concert hall premieres, Smith's compositions and arrangements have featured in television broadcasts, opening ceremonies, Olympic Games coverage, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade telecast, and performances at major American sporting events.

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Why we love this

Smith's gift for architectural clarity shines in this Grade 2 setting. The main theme carries genuine melodic weight, and rather than padding the variations with busy figuration, he achieves contrast through orchestration and percussion color. This is sophisticated compositional thinking scaled for emerging bands: rewarding to conduct, engaging to play, and musically substantive enough to hold an audience.

What to expect

A confident, singable melody anchors the piece from its opening, immediately communicating warmth and accessibility. As variations unfold, orchestration shifts and percussion textures layer in surprise; the ride toward the finale builds genuine momentum and a sense of accomplished ensemble sound.

Who it's for

Conductors of Grade 2 concert bands seeking concert-quality repertoire that doesn't condescend to young ensembles. The piece works equally well for high school groups building their sight-reading foundation or middle school programs performing at district festivals.

How to get the most out of it

Let the opening theme breathe. Avoid rushing despite its straightforward character; the tune's strength depends on lyrical phrasing and consistent tone production across the section.
Shape each variation as a complete structural statement. The contrasts Smith builds (dynamics, register, accompaniment texture) communicate most effectively when the ensemble recognizes what's new in each iteration.
Give percussion explicit cueing for their textural contributions. Smith has scored them to drive momentum and color; they need clear guidance on balance and rhythmic precision to enhance rather than overwhelm the ensemble.

How to use it

Program this early in the concert to establish the band's facility and musicianship while audiences settle in. Its 4:21 duration fits comfortably between longer works, and the clear narrative arc of theme and variations makes it an effective palette cleanser between contrasting selections.