On Fundy Bay: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Bright and propulsive, with the swagger of a traditional march but unexpected rhythmic turns that keep listeners and players attentive. The percussion writing gives the piece a modern energy while the harmonic language stays rooted in what makes a march satisfying.

Band directors at the Grade 3-4 level who want a march that feels fresh and engaging without being stylistically experimental. This works well for ensembles comfortable with mixed meters and for groups that have developed solid rhythmic precision.

• Balance the woodwind lines carefully during their busiest passages; the energy comes from clarity, not volume.
• Lock the 6/8 sections with your percussion section first in sectionals, then bring in the rest of the band so those unexpected meter shifts feel intentional rather than accidental.
• Give the brass rhythmic parts room to speak; they drive the march forward, so mark dynamics clearly and rehearse articulation consistency across the section.

Program this early in a concert to establish energy and showcase your band's rhythmic sophistication. It pairs well with a more lyrical second piece and works especially effectively on concerts where you want to display versatility within a single genre.

• Reading mixed meters (6/8 and common time)
• Sustaining ensemble articulation across a full concert band
• Rhythmic precision in extended percussion sections
• Balance and blend in fast woodwind passages
• Maintaining forward momentum through metric modulation