North Country Celebration: Concert Band Conductor Score

$8.00 USD

North Country Celebration: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: North Country Celebration: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-32466S
Price: 8.00 USD
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By Douglas E. Wagner

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

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With a theme that is reminiscent of an English Morris Dance tune, this cheerful original is scored to lie easily under the fingers of beginning wind players. Cast in a modified rondo form, ample doublings and rich chord voicings help to achieve a solid top-to-bottom ensemble sound. Subtle articulations and dynamic nuances add just the right dash of color in this musically satisfying offering for concert audiences. Bravo! This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Belwin Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 16

UPC: 038081374666

SKU: 00-32466S

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About the Composer: Douglas E. Wagner

Douglas E. Wagner brings three decades of high school music education directly into his compositions. A Butler University graduate with degrees in music, Wagner spent thirty years in the classroom before shifting entirely to composition, giving him deep insight into what student musicians need to play successfully.

Since 1973, Wagner has published more than 3,500 works spanning concert band, choir, orchestra, handbell ensemble, organ, piano, and vocal music. His compositions have reached audiences worldwide through concert hall performances, radio, and television broadcasts. Over seventeen million copies of his music are in circulation, a testament to his understanding of both musical craft and the practical demands of school music programs.

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Why we love this

Wagner understands exactly what a Grade 1 band needs: music that sounds mature and cohesive while keeping technical demands manageable. The Morris Dance influence gives this piece genuine character without requiring players to manage complex rhythms or extended ranges, making it equally satisfying for players and audiences alike.

What to expect

Bright and inviting, with the gentle bounce of a traditional folk tune. The English Morris Dance heritage gives it a rustic charm that feels both timeless and immediately engaging, lifting audiences with its straightforward good humor.

Who it's for

Beginning concert bands and first-year wind players who are ready for something beyond unison exercises but still need accessible ranges and rhythms. This also works well for community bands and less experienced ensembles seeking concert-quality repertoire that doesn't overreach technically.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the melody with the dynamic and articulation markings; Wagner plants these details intentionally to give a simple tune real expressive life.
Emphasize the doublings so inner voices feel supported and the overall sound stays unified across registers.
Take advantage of the rondo form by clarifying the return of familiar material; small tempo adjustments or shifts in articulation can reinforce the structure without destabilizing the ensemble.
Balance the chord voicings carefully so no section overwhelms the others despite the rich scoring.

How to use it

Open a winter or spring concert with this piece to set an uplifting, accessible tone before moving into more challenging repertoire. Its modest page count makes it ideal for festival submissions or when you need a well-crafted opener that builds audience confidence in a young ensemble.