Myths and Legends: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Grice crafts real drama without overcomplicating the ensemble writing. The piece demands musicianship and dynamic control from your band while staying accessible at Grade 3, and the extensive percussion section gives you a clear avenue to feature players who thrive in a non-melodic role.

The piece moves like a narrative, opening in a hushed, almost dreamlike space before pivoting into something grounded and rhythmic. There's genuine sweep in the lyrical middle section; the percussion writing never sits idle, pushing energy forward until the final dramatic moment.

Grade 3 bands ready to expand their dynamic and textural range. This works especially well for groups with strong percussion sections and ensembles preparing for festival or contest where versatility matters.

• Shape the opening ethereal section with restraint; let the dynamic shifts speak rather than the volume. The contrast to what follows will land harder.
• In the medieval 6/8 section, commit fully to the character shift. The ensemble should feel the rhythmic pulse change, not just play the notes differently.
• Balance the lyrical section carefully so the percussion writing supports rather than overwhelms the melodic lines. This is where your band shows finesse.
• Build the final percussive interlude deliberately. Maintain ensemble cohesion as intensity climbs toward the dramatic conclusion.

Program this as a festival or contest selection where you want to showcase range without requiring advanced technical facility. It pairs well with a more lyrical opening piece and a lighter closer, giving your concert arc real shape.

• Shifting articulation and character within a single piece
• Responding to dynamic and textural changes
• Reading mixed meters (4/4 and 6/8)
• Balancing ensemble blend across contrasting sections
• Sustaining energy through extended percussion-driven passages