Of Gale Force Winds: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Of Gale Force Winds: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 35-PK00292881
Price: 65.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Richard L. Saucedo

Grade: 3

Item: 35-PK00292881

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$65.00

Product	Price	Quantity
Of Gale Force Winds - Conductor Score (Full Score)	$10.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Piccolo	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Flute 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Flute 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Oboe	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bassoon	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Clarinet 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Clarinet 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Clarinet 3	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Bass Clarinet	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Eb Alto Saxophone 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Eb Alto Saxophone 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Tenor Saxophone	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Eb Baritone Saxophone	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Trumpet 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Trumpet 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Bb Trumpet 3	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - F Horn 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - F Horn 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Trombone 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Trombone 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Baritone B.C.	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Baritone T.C.	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Tuba	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - String Bass	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Percussion 1	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Percussion 2	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Percussion 3	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Mallet Percussion	$6.00
Of Gale Force Winds - Timpani	$6.00

The turbulence and intensity of a major wind storm is effectively recreated in Richard Saucedo's Of Gale Force Winds. Based around rhythmic figures that create a wind-like effect, and combined with a playful melody, the piece alternates between 6/8 and 9/8 staying rhythmically dynamic throughout. A very brief moment of repose hints at the period of calm that comes in the middle or "eye" of bigger storms. The fury of the storm then returns with darker sonorities and increased energy as this descriptive work comes to an exciting conclusion. Dur: 4:00

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Publisher: Hal Leonard

SKU: 35-PK00292881

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About the Composer: Richard L. Saucedo

Richard L. Saucedo spent 31 years as Director of Bands and Chairman of Performing Arts at Carmel High School in Indiana, building one of the nation's most decorated band programs. His ensembles earned consistent recognition at state, regional, and national festivals across concert, jazz, and marching disciplines, including Indiana State Concert Band Championship honors and multiple appearances at the Music for All National Festival.

Saucedo's influence extends well beyond his classroom. He was named Indiana's Bandmaster of the Year in 1998-99 and inducted into both the Music for All Hall of Fame (2015) and Drum Corps International Hall of Fame (2022). As a freelance composer and arranger, he creates works across multiple idioms and served as brass arranger and composer for the Cavaliers Drum and Bugle Corps during five DCI championship seasons. He currently serves as music ensemble coordinator for the Blue Devils and holds leadership roles with Music for All and Bands of America.

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Why we love this

Saucedo captures the physical drama of weather through pure rhythm and orchestration rather than relying on obvious pictorialism. The constant oscillation between 6/8 and 9/8 creates genuine turbulence without sacrificing musical coherence, and the strategic silence at the storm's eye gives your students a moment to reset before the final surge. It's the kind of piece that makes meteorology feel like music.

What to expect

Raw energy tempered by melodic personality. The piece never settles into predictability; instead, it swirls between moments of genuine fury and almost whimsical playfulness, much like an actual storm system. That central moment of calm hits with real impact precisely because of the chaos surrounding it.

Who it's for

Grade 3 bands with solid rhythmic fundamentals and the ability to execute changes of meter with accuracy. This works equally well for groups seeking a brief, high-impact concert opener or a rehearsal project that builds rhythmic independence across the entire ensemble.

How to get the most out of it

Lock the rhythmic figures early in rehearsal as a unit. These aren't melodic anchors; they're the engine driving the entire piece. Spend time isolating just the repeating patterns across sections before layering in the playful melody.
The calm section demands commitment to silence and space. Resist the urge to push; let the sudden drop in texture and energy do the storytelling work for you.
Shape the return of the storm by gradually intensifying articulation and dynamic control rather than simply playing louder. The darker sonorities need precision to land their full effect.
Mark the meter changes clearly in performance materials. Your students will navigate the 6/8 and 9/8 shifts more confidently if they see them coming.

How to use it

Open a concert with this. It grabs attention immediately, runs just under four minutes, and leaves room on the program for contrasting repertoire. Alternatively, program it alongside weather-themed or nature-inspired works to create a thematic concert segment that engages student musicians in storytelling through sound.