Mountain Strong: Concert Band Conductor Score

$12.00 USD

Mountain Strong: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Mountain Strong: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-42225S
Price: 12.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Concert March

By Jerry Brubaker

Grade: 4 (Medium)

Item: 00-42225S

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Dedicated to the communities in Colorado that faced the devastating effects of flooding in the fall of 2013, this original concert march musically demonstrates that those communities are indeed "Mountain Strong." (2:30)

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Series: Belwin Symphonic Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081486093

SKU: 00-42225S

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About the Composer: Jerry Brubaker

Jerry Brubaker is a prolific composer and arranger whose works span concert band, wind ensemble, and orchestral genres. His compositions are known for their accessibility, strong melodic writing, and ability to engage student musicians while maintaining musical integrity. Brubaker's pieces appear regularly in festival and contest repertoire lists, and his understanding of band instrumentation allows him to write effectively across all ability levels.

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Why we love this

Mountain Strong delivers genuine emotional weight without sacrificing the straightforward energy a Grade 4 band needs. The march form gives your students a satisfying structural framework, while Brubaker's melody carries real purpose—this isn't generic filler material. Programming it creates a meaningful moment in concert, especially when audiences understand the dedication behind it.

What to expect

The music conveys resilience and hope without sentimentality. Brubaker's march rhythms are direct and purposeful, the harmonies warm and accessible, and the overall arc feels like a community standing together. At 2:30, it unfolds as a complete musical statement that builds genuine momentum.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 4 level looking for repertoire with real substance and a clear story. Directors seeking an original march that connects to meaningful themes will find this piece speaks to student musicians and audiences alike.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the main march theme with clear dynamic contours; resist the urge to play it uniformly loud. The melodic line will sing better with purposeful crescendos and strategic softer passages.
Lock the foundational pulse in the low brass and percussion early in sectional rehearsals. A steady, confident march foundation makes everything else fall into place.
Balance the countermelodies in the middle voices so they support rather than compete with the main tune. This allows the full band sound to feel cohesive.
Mark your tempo at the rehearsal mark and hold it steady; marches lose their character when conductors rush or drag.

How to use it

This works beautifully as a first-half closer or second-half opener, especially in a concert that explores themes of community or perseverance. It pairs well with lighter fare and provides a natural focal point for audience engagement when you share its story during the program.