In Quest of Uluru: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By James Swearingen
Grade: 1.5
Item: 98-DB1146
$45.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| In Quest of Uluru: Score | $12.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Flute | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Oboe | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Bassoon | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Clarinet 1 | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Clarinet 2 | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Trumpet 1 | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: B-flat Trumpet 2 | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: F Horn | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Trombone | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Baritone/Euphonium | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Baritone T.C. | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Tuba | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Mallet Percussion | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Timpani | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Percussion 1 | $7.00 | |
| In Quest of Uluru: Percussion 2 | $7.00 |
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Description
The slow introduction splits the melody between the clarinets, alto sax, and flute. This builds into a full band statement scored in a very lush manner. A faster section moves between 4/4 and 2/4, creating a pulse that captivates the listener. The repetitive rhythms and solid scoring of James Swearingen make this an ideal festival or contest piece. (2:30)
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Additional Details
Series:
FJH Developing Band
Publisher:
The FJH Music Company, Inc.
SKU:
98-DB1146
More about this title
About the Composer: James Swearingen
James Swearingen stands among the most prolific and performed composers for concert band, with a catalog spanning several decades and multiple publishers. His writing demonstrates a keen understanding of what developing ensembles can execute musically while still delivering genuine artistic impact; his works are staples at festival and contest circuits across North America.
Why we love this
Swearingen crafts pieces that sound far more sophisticated than their grade level suggests. The metric shifts between 4/4 and 2/4 create momentum without requiring advanced rhythmic reading, and the lush scoring gives your band members something substantial to voice rather than rote unison lines. This is a piece that rewards careful attention in rehearsal and delivers a polished, confident performance.
What to expect
A journey unfolding in two chapters: the opening breathes with quiet reflection and lyrical beauty, then shifts into propulsive, rhythmic energy that feels alive and purposeful. The piece captures both introspection and forward momentum, holding the listener's attention through its contrasts.
Who it's for
Grade 1.5 concert bands preparing festival or contest repertoire. Directors seeking a piece that sounds polished and ambitious without demands that exceed a developing ensemble's technical range.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the slow introduction with legit phrasing in the clarinet, alto sax, and flute lines; these voices establish the musical character before the full ensemble enters, so clarity in tone and direction matters deeply.
- Anchor the faster section with a steady pulse from the rhythm section, letting the meter changes happen organically without losing forward motion.
- Balance the lush full-band scoring so inner voices (harmony parts) remain audible rather than buried under the melody; this is what makes the orchestration shine.
How to use it
This works beautifully as a concert opener or mid-program centerpiece at festival performances. Its moderate duration and clear structural arc make it an excellent choice for contests where judges value both musicality and secure ensemble control.
Skills your students will build
- Reading mixed meters (4/4 and 2/4) and maintaining pulse through transitions
- Blending and balancing lush harmonic textures
- Sustaining legit phrasing in exposed introductory material
- Following a conductor's preparation through tempo and meter changes
- Executing repetitive rhythmic patterns with precision and consistency