On Eagle's Wings: Concert Band Conductor Score

$15.00 USD

On Eagle's Wings: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: On Eagle's Wings: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD9920C
Price: 15.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 4 (Medium)

Item: 00-BD9920C

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With majesty and grandeur, this brilliant new work will launch your next concert with all of the high energy audiences and players have come to expect from composer Robert W. Smith. Winds and percussion share equally in the excitement. A flowing middle section with fascinating sonorities contributes contrasts. Well within the capabilities of a quality band or ensemble, this work is destined for success in concert halls worldwide! (3:49)

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Series: Belwin Symphonic Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 32

UPC: 029156985795

SKU: 00-BD9920C

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among the most frequently performed American composers for concert band and orchestra, with over 400 published works distributed primarily through Alfred Music. His education includes a Bachelor of Music Education from Troy State University in Alabama and a Master of Music from the University of Miami.

Smith's original compositions have reached audiences across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. His symphonic works including The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey have become touchstones for the repertoire, while pieces like The Tempest and others designed for developing ensembles are now standard fare in band rooms worldwide. Beyond concert halls, his music has appeared on major television broadcasts, from Olympic coverage to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and his work as a guest conductor and clinician has taken him across the United States and internationally to Japan, Australia, Italy, Austria, and the United Kingdom.

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Why we love this

Smith writes for concert band with a conductor's instinct. The architecture of this piece balances spectacle with substance, offering equally rewarding material across the wind and percussion sections so every player contributes meaningfully to the overall impact. The contrasting middle section provides musical breathing room without losing momentum, making this accessible for Grade 4 bands while remaining genuinely interesting to direct.

What to expect

The opening establishes a confident, commanding presence that draws listeners in immediately. As the piece unfolds, a lyrical middle section introduces nuanced sonorities that soften the landscape before the energy builds again, creating an arc that feels both inevitable and rewarding.

Who it's for

This work suits bands at the upper end of Grade 4 that have solid fundamentals and can handle sustained lyrical passages alongside rhythmic drive. Directors seeking a concert opener with immediate audience appeal and strong ensemble engagement will find this equally valuable for regional festivals and concert series.

How to get the most out of it

Bring out the contrast between the majestic opening and the flowing middle section by adjusting articulation and dynamic shaping; use the juxtaposition to maintain listener engagement throughout the 3:49 duration.
Balance winds and percussion equally by checking your blend frequently during sectional rehearsals; neither should overshadow the other, as Smith writes for genuine partnership.
Work the energy level deliberately during transitions into and out of the middle section so the shift feels intentional rather than abrupt; this demands clean ensemble attacks and consistent tempo awareness.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener to establish ensemble command and audience attention from the first moment. It also serves effectively as the centerpiece of a program focused on American concert band literature, or as a strong choice for a festival where you want to showcase solid musicianship with accessible, engaging repertoire.