Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$70.00 USD

Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD00900
Price: 70.00 USD
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Flute Solo

Arr. Robert W. Smith

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-BD00900

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Gorgeous sonorities flow throughout this beautiful musical adaptation. The melody is initially stated with a flute solo with woodwind and chime accompaniment. This adaptation of "Precious Lord Take My Hand" builds to a grandiose conclusion with the entire ensemble. Wonderfully moving! (2:36)

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Series: Belwin Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 176

UPC: 029156134018

SKU: 00-BD00900

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About the Arranger: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith has established himself as a leading voice in American concert band and orchestral composition, with over 400 published works to his credit. His education in music education at Troy State University and advanced study at the University of Miami shaped his gift for writing music that engages both developing and experienced ensembles.

As a composer, arranger, and conductor, Smith has built an international reputation. His symphonic works, including The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey, have circulated across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Beyond the concert hall, his music has appeared in television broadcasts, presidential ceremonies, the Olympic Games, and iconic American events from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade to Opening Day at Dodger Stadium. His arrangements of familiar material bring accessibility and craftsmanship to repertoire that audiences already cherish.

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Why we love this

Smith's approach to this spiritual favorite respects its emotional core while creating genuine concert band color. The opening flute solo with delicate woodwind and chime support is a moment of pure beauty, and the full-ensemble climax feels earned rather than bombastic. At Grade 3, this sits at that sweet spot where developing bands can produce something genuinely moving without wrestling with technical obstacles.

What to expect

The arrangement unfolds like a quiet prayer becoming a communal hymn. You begin with a single, luminous voice floating above gentle accompaniment, then gradually the full ensemble gathers, adding warmth and breadth until the final moments wrap everything in rich, sonorous harmony. The journey feels both intimate and grand.

Who it's for

Concert bands at the Grade 3 level looking for accessible sacred music with genuine artistic depth. Directors seeking a piece that honors a cherished spiritual tradition while giving developing ensembles a rewarding performance experience.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening flute solo with warm phrasing and slight room for breath; the solo carries the spiritual's melodic soul, so avoid rushing through phrases just because they're technically accessible.
Balance the chime and woodwind accompaniment carefully so they enhance rather than overshadow the flute melody in the opening section.
Build the dynamic journey gradually across the work rather than holding back energy for the finale; let each phrase inch the ensemble forward so the conclusion feels inevitable.
Sustain vowels in the lower winds during the build to ensemble; their harmonic support is what makes the final swell resonate.

How to use it

This works beautifully in concert settings centered on spirituals, hymns, or American sacred traditions. It also makes an excellent choice for festival programs where judges and audiences respond to musical sincerity and transparent orchestration. Consider pairing it with contrasting secular or contemporary works to highlight how effectively Smith adapts familiar material across different styles.