Mussorgsky!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$52.00 USD

Mussorgsky!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Mussorgsky!: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-29470
Price: 52.00 USD
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[The music of Modest Mussorgsky] / arr. L. C. Harnsberger

Grade: 2.5 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-29470

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Modest Mussorgsky (1839--1881) was a relatively unknown composer during his lifetime, but some of his works are among today's best-known pieces in concert halls and films. His orchestral work Night on Bald Mountain was immortalized by Walt Disney in Fantasia, and Pictures at an Exhibition is one of the most performed pieces by symphony orchestras. Selections from these two pieces are wonderfully transcribed for young band in Mussorgsky! The arrangement begins with the mystical opening from Night on Bald Mountain which transitions to the hauntingly beautiful conclusion of that same work. To conclude is the "Great Gate of Kiev" from Pictures at an Exhibition which is one of music literature's most inspiring moments. (3:30)

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Series: Young Symphonic

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 212

UPC: 038081323923

SKU: 00-29470

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About the Composer: Modest Mussorgsky

Modest Mussorgsky (1839–1881) spent much of his life as a relatively obscure figure in Russian music, working outside the conservatory system and struggling with personal hardships. Yet his uncompromising approach to composition, grounded in Russian folk idioms and dramatic storytelling, produced works of extraordinary power that have become staples of the global concert repertoire.

Today, Mussorgsky is recognized as a visionary orchestrator and musical colorist. Night on Bald Mountain and Pictures at an Exhibition showcase his gift for vivid instrumental writing and narrative scope. His music has transcended the concert hall, appearing in film soundtracks, ballets, and adaptations across multiple media, making him one of the most performed composers in music education.

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Why we love this

This arrangement captures two of Mussorgsky's most iconic moments in a single, compelling work scaled perfectly for young ensembles. The programming spans from the eerie mystery of the Bald Mountain opening through the triumphant grandeur of "Great Gate of Kiev," giving your students a taste of dramatic orchestration and emotional arc without the technical demands of the original.

What to expect

The opening shivers with otherworldly suspense, drawing listeners into a mystical landscape. As the work unfolds, the Bald Mountain episode builds a sense of mounting danger before releasing into sublime beauty, then transforms into a processional of overwhelming majesty. The cumulative effect is cinematic and deeply satisfying.

Who it's for

Directors programming concert or festival performances for Grade 2.5 bands looking for recognizable, crowd-pleasing masterworks that challenge students without requiring advanced technique. This is equally valuable for ensembles seeking pieces that introduce young musicians to orchestral literature and the power of programmatic music.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening mystical section with careful dynamic control; the whispered tremolo and low sustained tones depend on ensemble balance and intonation rather than volume to create atmosphere.
Bring out the haunting melodic lines in the middle section with a singing tone from the upper woodwinds and brass; avoid a march-like feel even though the harmonic rhythm is clear.
Build the final "Great Gate" section gradually, adding voices and intensity layer by layer so the climax feels earned rather than imposed.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece concert opener or closer; the dramatic arc and accessible familiarity make it ideal for drawing parents and community members into the performance. It pairs naturally with other Grade 2–3 transcriptions or original band works and works equally well as a festival or competition selection.