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On the Fields of Glory: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Arranged by Michael Brown

Grade: 3

Item: 35-PK00435193

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Over the years, our favorite sports movies have also given us memorable melodies that help us make an emotional connection to these powerful stories. Including familiar themes from "Hoosiers, Rudy, Remember the Titans", and "Rocky", this outstanding medley is sure to become a favorite and trigger fond memories!

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00435193

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Why we love this

Sports film scores carry genuine emotional weight, and Brown captures that intensity in a medley that works equally well as a concert opener or finale. The combination of these four iconic themes gives your band a chance to play music that audiences recognize immediately, creating real connection between stage and crowd. At Grade 3, it's achievable without sacrificing the grandeur that makes these melodies so effective.

What to expect

Triumphant and propulsive, with moments of genuine uplift. These themes capture the essence of underdogs rising to the occasion, giving your band a chance to play with pride and purpose.

Who it's for

Bands looking for repertoire that builds ensemble confidence through familiar, motivating material. This works equally well for intermediate ensembles seeking a strong concert piece or developing bands that need music with immediate appeal.

How to get the most out of it

  • Anchor the ensemble with a strong, steady pulse in the brass. These themes depend on forward momentum, especially during the driving Rocky section.
  • Balance the melodic voices so themes emerge clearly as they pass between sections. Younger bands often bury soloists under doublings.
  • Bring contrast between the themes by adjusting articulation and weight. Rudy's nobility feels different from Rocky's raw energy; honor those distinctions.
  • Let the recorded accompaniment support your interpretation rather than dictate it. Your band's tempo choices and phrasing will make this arrangement your own.

How to use it

The medley format makes this an ideal concert closer, leaving audiences on a high note with music they already love. You could also use it as an opening piece to set an energetic tone and establish instant rapport with your listeners.

Skills your students will build

  • Maintaining steady articulation across multiple theme shifts
  • Balancing lyrical melodic lines with supporting harmonic textures
  • Managing dynamic contrast within a single extended work
  • Playing sustained musical intensity at Grade 3 difficulty level

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