Level Up!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Mark J. Connor
Grade: 2
Item: 98-PK-RWS1710
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
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| Level Up!: Score | $10.00 | |
| Level Up!: 1st Flute | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Oboe | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Bassoon | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st F Horn | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st Trombone | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Baritone B.C. | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Baritone T.C. | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Tuba | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Mallets | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: Timpani | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 1st Percussion | $3.99 | |
| Level Up!: 2nd Percussion | $3.99 |
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Description
Inspired by the gameplay and epic music of role playing video games, this work opens with intensity featuring the percussion with strong contributions by the low brass and woodwinds. A broad triumphant melody highlights the trumpets providing contrast and momentum. With accessible and interesting parts for every section, this work will make an exciting concert selection for any young band!
Original Item#: RWS-1710-00
Original Item#: RWS-1710-00
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Additional Details
Series:
RWS - Developing Band
Publisher:
RWS Music Company
SKU:
98-PK-RWS1710
More about this title
About the Composer: Mark J. Connor
Mark J. Connor has built a reputation for writing music that speaks directly to young musicians, with a particular gift for creating works that feel contemporary without sacrificing musical substance. His compositions for developing ensembles consistently balance accessibility with genuine artistic merit, giving students repertoire that challenges them musically while remaining playable within their technical range.
Why we love this
Connor writes for young bands with real understanding of what makes a piece both playable and genuinely exciting to perform. The percussion-driven opening and clear melodic payoff give every section memorable material, which means your students will stay engaged through rehearsal and deliver a polished performance without grinding through tedious passages.
What to expect
Inspired by video game soundtracks, this piece has that same sense of adventure and stakes. It opens with percussive intensity and low brass weight, then breaks into a sweeping melodic moment that feels earned, creating momentum and excitement throughout.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands looking for a showcase opener or contest selection that delivers real musical payoff without excessive technical demands. Directors will appreciate parts that allow every section to contribute meaningfully while still keeping the piece accessible for developing students.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish a strong, locked pulse between percussion and low brass in the opening section. This foundation makes the woodwind and trumpet lines sit confidently on top.
- Balance the trumpets' triumphant melody so it soars without overwhelming the supporting voices. The contrast between the opening's textural intensity and this broad section is the piece's dramatic heart.
- Give the percussion intentional articulation and clarity throughout. These parts drive the energy, so crisp attacks and defined dynamics shape the entire band's response.
How to use it
Open a concert with this piece to set an energetic tone and immediately demonstrate your band's musicianship. Its video game aesthetic also works well on a program with other contemporary or film-inspired works, or as a confident festival entry that shows both technical control and interpretive maturity.
Skills your students will build
- Ensemble balance between percussion-driven textures and sustained melodic lines
- Dynamic contrast and shaping of broad, sustained phrases
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated and complex percussion patterns
- Coordinating articulation and phrasing across multiple sections with different material