Por Un Amor: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
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Por Un Amor: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

As performed by Gilberto Parra / Arranged by Jose Hernandez

Grade: 2.5

Item: 35-PK00272737
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This lovely song in the Ranchera Romantica style has been recorded by many artists, and was further popularized by Linda Ronstadt on her 1987 crossover CD "Canciones de mi Padre". (Grade 2.5) Dur: 3:25

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Publisher: Hal Leonard
SKU: 35-PK00272737

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About the Artist: Gilberto Parra

Gilberto Parra composed "Por Un Amor," a ranchera romantica that has become a standard in the Latin music repertoire. His work captures the emotional depth and melodic richness characteristic of Mexican folk traditions, creating pieces that resonate across generations and musical settings.

Parra's compositions have found their way into concert halls, recordings, and educational ensembles worldwide. The enduring popularity of "Por Un Amor" owes much to his gift for writing memorable melodies that sit naturally for singers and instrumentalists alike.

Why we love this

A Grade 2.5 arrangement that actually respects the beauty of the source material. The ranchera romantica style sits comfortably for young ensembles without sacrificing the warmth and lyrical quality that made Linda Ronstadt's recording so compelling. This is the kind of piece that reminds students why they play music.

What to expect

A warm, unhurried expression of romantic longing. The ranchera romantica style wraps you in familiar harmonic colors and a gentle rhythmic sway, creating space for singers and instrumentalists to pour sentiment into every phrase. This is music that values feeling over flash.

Who it's for

Bands ready to explore Latin repertoire beyond marches and typical concert fare. This works especially well for ensembles seeking accessible arrangements that still demand musicality and attention to style.

How to get the most out of it

  • Shape the melody with rubato in the exposed passages. Ranchera romantica thrives on gentle flexibility within the pulse; encourage your lead players to breathe with the phrase rather than metronomically.
  • Balance the harmonic support so it frames rather than covers the tune. The accompaniment should feel like a gentle sway, not a wall of sound.
  • Let the tempo breathe during the softer moments. Pulling back slightly in dynamic intensity often calls for a fractional tempo ease as well.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment to help your ensemble lock into the authentic rhythmic feel of the style, then gradually reduce dependency on it as confidence builds.

How to use it

Program it as a contrasting moment in a concert where it can breathe as a standalone feature, or build a cultural showcase around Latin music traditions with complementary pieces at similar or advancing levels. The 3:25 duration makes it ideal for filling a concert slot without overwhelming younger ensembles.

Skills your students will build

  • Performing in ranchera romantica style with appropriate rubato and phrasing
  • Balancing melody and accompaniment in a Latin song arrangement
  • Responding to gentle tempo flexibility while maintaining ensemble cohesion
  • Understanding and executing characteristic Latin rhythmic feels

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