Maritime March: Concert Band Conductor Score

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Maritime March: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Maritime March: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-36661S
Price: 6.00 USD
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By John O'Reilly

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

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"Maritime March" is a "jaunty" British-style march opening up in the key of C natural minor (Aeolian mode). Sixteenth notes combined with simple syncopations highlight the second strain in a question-and-answer section that pits the woodwinds against the brass. The traditional trio moves to the key of E-flat and features the low clarinets in unison with the French horns. This is a very appealing march that will be easy to put together and really make your young band shine.

This piece correlates to Accent on Achievement Book 2, Page 15.

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Series: Accent on Achievement

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081416595

SKU: 00-36661S

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About the Composer: John O'Reilly

John O'Reilly is a composer and educator whose work spans instrumental music for young and developing ensembles. His compositions for band and orchestra are recognized for their accessibility without sacrificing musical substance, making them staples in school music programs across North America. O'Reilly's pedagogy-informed approach means his pieces advance student musicianship while remaining gratifying to perform.

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Why we love this

This march delivers exactly what a young band needs: a energetic, character-filled piece that builds confidence through success. The writing cuts away unnecessary complexity while keeping the melodic and harmonic content engaging, so students hear the difference their preparation makes.

What to expect

Brisk and nautical, with a hint of minor-key sophistication. The opening establishes a purposeful march energy before the second strain injects playful rhythmic life and brass-woodwind interplay. The trio shifts gently into warmth and lyricism.

Who it's for

Young concert bands at the early intermediate level, particularly those working through Accent on Achievement Book 2. This piece works perfectly as a confidence-builder for groups newly tackling syncopation and key changes.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the sixteenth-note figures in the second strain with articulation clarity. The woodwind-versus-brass dialogue depends on each section being distinct and snappy.
Let the trio breathe. The move to E-flat and the unison low clarinet and French horn writing creates a natural moment to pull back slightly and let that warm, unified sound land.
Anchor the syncopations rhythmically. Young bands often rush syncopated figures; locked quarter-note pulse in the rhythm section keeps everything grounded.
Bring the opening's Aeolian character forward through tone quality rather than tempo. A minor-key march needs weight and character, not speed.

How to use it

Program this early in a concert as an opener or as a bridge piece between slower works. Its brevity and upbeat character also make it effective as a season opener or a finale if you're looking for something bright and accomplished without demanding a full concert slot.