Pico Rivera: Concert Band Conductor Score

$6.00 USD

Pico Rivera: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Pico Rivera: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-36663S
Price: 6.00 USD
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By John O'Reilly

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

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Solo claves usher in the authentic Latin percussion section that sets the style for "Pico Rivera." A simple but effective bass line joins the percussion section in establishing an interesting accompaniment for the syncopated melody that follows. Rich harmonies that utilize a variety of seventh chords dominate the second theme and the "stop time" percussion fills that open the coda. A brief modulation brings us to a restatement of the opening melody with a new countermelody in the trumpets and horns. Pico Rivera is a city in Southern California that has a long tradition of producing excellent bands.

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Series: Accent on Achievement

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 8

UPC: 038081416632

SKU: 00-36663S

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About the Composer: John O'Reilly

John O'Reilly is a prolific composer and arranger whose work has shaped music education for decades. His compositions for band, orchestra, and choir emphasize accessibility without sacrificing musical substance, making them foundational repertoire in school music programs across North America.

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Why we love this

O'Reilly crafts this piece with a clear sense of color and rhythmic vitality that energizes any concert program. The Latin idiom feels genuine rather than superficial, built on a solid harmonic foundation that sounds far more sophisticated than its Grade 1 difficulty suggests.

What to expect

Pico Rivera pulses with warmth and forward motion, anchored by a clave rhythm that feels both traditional and accessible. The piece balances syncopated melody with rich harmonic color, creating a listening experience that feels complete despite its brevity.

Who it's for

Directors leading early-level concert bands who want to introduce Latin rhythmic vocabulary and seventh chord harmony without overloading students technically. This score works equally well for a young high school band or a mature middle school ensemble seeking authentic style and musical growth.

How to get the most out of it

Start the clave entrance with crisp articulation and let the rhythm speak clearly; this percussion writing establishes the entire groove, so lock it in before adding other sections.
Balance the syncopated melody against the bass line accompaniment so both lines have presence without one overwhelming the other.
Shape the second theme through its seventh chord progression, allowing the harmonic color to evolve naturally rather than treating each chord change as a event.
Articulate the stop time fills in the coda with precision; these moments are where the percussion shines, so give them space and control.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener or closer that energizes the audience while showcasing your band's rhythmic precision and harmonic awareness. Its modest length and Grade 1 accessibility make it ideal for a diverse concert lineup or as a confidence builder early in the school year.