Newt Says Goodbye to Tina (from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them): Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

This arrangement captures the wistful charm of Howard's original score at a level where beginning players can experience genuine musicality without technical barriers. The 2:15 duration and Grade 1 difficulty make it ideal for programs seeking contemporary film music that engages both performers and audiences without sacrificing musical substance.

A tender, bittersweet moment set to music. The melody carries quiet dignity and reflective warmth, evoking the quiet conversation between two characters navigating an extraordinary world together. Performers experience the satisfaction of bringing a recognizable, emotionally clear musical moment to life.

Beginning concert bands and Grade 1 ensembles looking for accessible repertoire with genuine narrative and emotional depth. This piece works equally well for programs introducing film music to young musicians or for directors seeking material that builds student confidence through immediate musical gratification.

• Shape the melody with gradual dynamic changes rather than sudden shifts; the tenderness of this farewell depends on smooth phrasing throughout the ensemble.
• Balance the woodwind and brass parts so the primary melodic line emerges clearly without overpowering the accompaniment texture.
• Allow slight space at phrase endings to let the emotional content breathe; resist the urge to push forward through the natural cadences.
• Ensure consistent vibrato or tone quality among similar instruments to create a unified, warm sound that matches the ballad's gentle character.

Program this as a palate-cleanser between more energetic works, or use it to open a concert with an intimate, accessible frame that draws audiences immediately into the performance. Its film source and Grade 1 accessibility make it particularly effective for family concerts, school assemblies, or programs designed to introduce instrumental music to younger listeners.

• Sustaining consistent tone quality in lyrical contexts
• Shaping phrases with dynamic nuance at an accessible level
• Balancing melody and accompaniment across the ensemble
• Reading and performing at Grade 1 difficulty with musical expression
• Responding to emotional content in arrangement and conducting gestures