On the Tamiami Trail: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By James Curnow
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00309777
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Constructed between 1915 and 1928, the Tamiami Trail (U.S. Highway 41) provides over 260 miles of scenic Florida beauty between Tampa and Miami. "On the Tamiami Trail" reflects on this journey, and pays tribute to the Suncoast Concert Band of Sarasota (along the trail) and its director emeritus, Leo Laier. The opening fanfare sets the mood and leads to the energetic first theme. Subsequently a Latin influence is introduced along with an expressive middle theme before returning to the energetic flavor of the opening strains. A dynamic and varied overture for winds.
Dur: 6:15
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00309777
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About the Composer: James Curnow
James Curnow is a prolific composer and arranger whose concert band works have become staples in school and community programs across the United States. His compositions balance accessibility with musical substance, making them favorites among directors seeking repertoire that engages students while delivering genuine artistic value.
Why we love this
Curnow captures the spirit of a place and a community with remarkable clarity. The opening fanfare immediately establishes character, and the interplay between the energetic opening theme and the lyrical middle section gives your ensemble room to explore contrasting moods within a single, cohesive arc. This is the kind of overture that teaches musicians how to shape a longer form without overcomplicating the journey.
What to expect
Warm, approachable, and full of forward motion. The piece evokes travel and journey while maintaining an optimistic character throughout; there's a sense of discovery in the way themes unfold and interact, and the Latin influences add color without shifting the overall tone.
Who it's for
Concert bands at the high school or advanced middle school level looking for a substantial overture that doesn't demand extreme technical facility. This works equally well for community bands seeking a piece with local relevance or genuine musical substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening fanfare with clear articulation in the brass; these opening statements set the entire mood, so precision matters more than aggressive volume.
- The Latin section benefits from careful balance between the rhythmic underpinning and the melodic lines; rehearse with a focus on hearing both layers distinctly.
- Bring out the expressive middle theme by asking your woodwinds to sing through the phrase rather than merely play the notes, especially at the softer dynamic levels.
- Return to the energetic material with renewed commitment; this familiar section feels fresh when contrasted against the middle section, so don't rush the build.
How to use it
Open a concert with this piece to establish a celebratory mood and showcase your ensemble's range in a single work. It also pairs well with longer classical works or contemporary pieces, offering a bridge between traditional and modern programming.
Skills your students will build
- Conducting and responding to clear structural divisions (fanfare, theme 1, Latin section, expressive middle, return)
- Stylistic contrast and balance between rhythmic and melodic material
- Phrasing and musical shape in longer concert forms
- Latin rhythm and articulation awareness
- Dynamic control across extended phrases