Mask of Ravana: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Victor López
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0005624
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Mask of Ravana: Score | $9.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Bassoon | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 2nd B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 2nd B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Baritone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Timpani | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: String Bass | $3.00 | |
| Mask of Ravana: Piano Accompaniment | $3.00 |
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Description
The composer's inspiration for this piece came from his visit to India in the summer of 2012. With vivid musical imagery, there is ample opportunity for soloistic performance combined with characteristic energetic drive. The Papier-mâché masks created for festivals and performances in the region are musically displayed throughout the piece while adding decorative tone colors to the entire composition. Highly recommended for contest and concert performances throughout the year! (4:30)
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Additional Details
Series:
Belwin Young Band
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
284
SKU:
00-PK-0005624
More about this title
About the Composer: Victor López
Victor López is a prolific composer and arranger whose works span concert band, wind ensemble, and orchestral literature. His compositions draw inspiration from cultural traditions, travel experiences, and the natural world, translated into accessible, engaging scores that work across educational and professional settings.
Why we love this
López writes Grade 2 band music that never condescends. The soloistic opportunities are genuine and distributed across the ensemble, so every section gets a moment to shine. The multicultural context feels organic to the music itself, not applied as an afterthought, making this a natural fit for schools committed to programming beyond the European canon.
What to expect
The piece captures the visual richness and movement of papier-mâché mask traditions through musical imagery that feels vibrant and alive. There's a celebratory energy throughout, with moments of detail and contrast that keep the listener engaged without overwhelming younger ensembles.
Who it's for
Grade 2 concert bands preparing for festival or contest seasons, as well as programs looking to program music with cultural substance at an accessible level. The soloistic writing makes it rewarding for students ready to step into featured moments.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the soloistic passages against the fuller textures. These moments need clarity and breathing space; they're the mask-like imagery coming forward in the arrangement.
- Use the characteristic energetic drive as your baseline tempo. Grade 2 bands sometimes drag this style of music, but the piece thrives when it has forward momentum.
- Highlight the tone color shifts that accompany the mask imagery. These aren't just dynamic changes; they're orchestrational shifts that require attention to blend and articulation.
- Let the band breathe between distinct musical sections. At 4:30, this isn't a sprint, but it does need shape and pacing to sustain interest.
How to use it
This works beautifully in a concert pairing cultural perspectives alongside more traditional band fare, or as a contest selection that showcases both ensemble balance and individual musicianship. The 4:30 length makes it a substantial middle work in a program without requiring the rehearsal demands of more complex Grade 3 or 4 selections.
Skills your students will build
- Soloistic performance within an ensemble context
- Articulation and tone color control across different musical textures
- Balance and blend during passages featuring featured voices
- Rhythmic precision within energetic, driving tempos
- Awareness of cultural musical traditions and their orchestration