Kronos: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$62.00 USD

Kronos: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Kronos: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BDM04043
Price: 62.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 2 (Easy)

Item: 00-BDM04043

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Here's a refreshing and energetic original work from Robert W. Smith inspired by the mythological keeper of time. Featuring a wide variety of textures and tone colors intertwined with characteristic driving rhythms that only sound difficult, this dynamic composition will fascinate listeners and performers alike. Another winner. (5:37)

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Series: Belwin Young Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 322

UPC: 654979079477

SKU: 00-BDM04043

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among America's most performed composers for concert band and orchestra, with over 400 published works distributed primarily through Alfred Music. He holds degrees from Troy State University (Alabama) and the University of Miami (Florida), and his original compositions have reached audiences across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. His symphonic works The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey have become touchstones for both performers and listeners worldwide.

Beyond the concert hall, Smith's music has appeared in contexts ranging from Olympic Games broadcasts to Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade telecasts, opening ceremonies honoring heads of state, and major television productions. His prolific output and versatility as both composer and clinician have made him a defining voice in the developing band repertoire, with works like The Tempest establishing themselves as standards that directors continue to program.

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Why we love this

Smith crafts music that sounds far more complex than its Grade 2 difficulty suggests, making this ideal for bands building confidence without sacrificing musicality. The programmatic connection to Kronos gives students a concrete narrative anchor while the driving rhythms keep rehearsals energized. This is the kind of piece that makes a developing band sound polished in performance.

What to expect

Kronos captures the relentless forward momentum of time itself, with layered textures that shimmer and shift beneath propulsive rhythmic patterns. The mythology of the ancient titan keeper of time gives the piece dramatic weight, yet the writing remains transparent and playable, never sacrificing musical character for simplicity.

Who it's for

Developing concert bands (Grade 2) seeking an original work with genuine musical substance and programmatic interest. This is also an excellent choice for bands preparing for festival or contest competition, as the combination of accessibility and engaging orchestration typically resonates with adjudicators.

How to get the most out of it

Pay careful attention to the rhythmic precision in the accompaniment voices; the "only sound difficult" aspect relies entirely on clean articulation and steady pulse from the ensemble foundation.
Balance the variety of textures by identifying which section carries the primary melodic material in each phrase and adjusting dynamics accordingly so the storytelling comes through.
Use the 5:37 runtime as a rehearsal pacing reference; if your run-throughs feel rushed or dragging, check that the characteristic driving rhythms maintain a consistent forward motion without speeding up.

How to use it

Program this as an opener or closer on a concert, where its energy and visual interest anchor the program. The compact five-and-a-half-minute duration also makes it an ideal pairing alongside a lyrical ballad or lighter novelty piece in a concert where you're mixing styles and moods.