Proudly They Served: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$73.00 USD

Proudly They Served: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Proudly They Served: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-49562
Price: 73.00 USD
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Featuring: The Army Goes Rolling Along / The U.S. Air Force Song / The Marines' Hymn / Anchors Aweigh / Semper Paratus (Always Ready)

Various / arr. Jerry Brubaker

Grade: 3.5

Item: 00-49562

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This stunning work celebrates the men and women, past and present, who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Jerry Brubaker was the Chief Music Arranger with the United States Navy Band in Washington, D.C. Using mostly original material, Brubaker uses snippets of the various U.S. Armed Forces anthems to bring this wonderful tribute to life. The primary melody of Proudly They Served is singable, respectful, and memorable. The tune comfortably welcomes segments of all the major service songs as they make their appearance throughout.

First performed by Rancho Cordova (CA) River City Concert Band, Proudly They Served makes a perfect selection for Memorial Day, Veterans Day, or any concert with a patriotic theme. (4:46)

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Series: Belwin Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-4888-1

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-4888-6

UPC: 038081569666

SKU: 00-49562

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About the Composer: Jerry Brubaker

Jerry Brubaker spent years as the Chief Music Arranger with the United States Navy Band in Washington, D.C., where he developed deep expertise in military music and the traditions of the armed services. His background gives him uncommon fluency in crafting patriotic works that honor service while remaining accessible to student ensembles.

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Why we love this

Brubaker integrates service anthems thoughtfully rather than simply quoting them, allowing the primary melody to carry the emotional weight while familiar fragments reinforce the tribute. At Grade 3.5, the piece manages to feel substantial and respectful without technical barriers that would limit performance opportunities across different band levels.

What to expect

Respectful and accessible, with a primary melody that lingers in the ear. The work builds a sense of occasion through its careful weaving of familiar military themes, creating moments of recognition without overshadowing the composer's own material.

Who it's for

Bands preparing for Memorial Day or Veterans Day concerts, or those building a patriotic program for community performances. The Grade 3.5 difficulty suits high school bands and advanced middle school ensembles equally well.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the primary melody against the accompaniment so the main tune cuts through even when the arrangement thickens. This keeps the work singable and emotionally clear.
Shape the dynamics gradually as the service songs enter. Let each snippet breathe rather than jumping suddenly into new material.
Anchor the whole ensemble with a steady, dignified tempo. The piece's power comes from conviction, not speed.

How to use it

Open a Veterans Day concert with this piece to set a solemn, thoughtful tone, or position it as the centerpiece of a patriotic program flanked by lighter selections. The 4:46 duration gives it enough presence to anchor a shorter concert without dominating the overall arc.