Quintilian: Concert Band Conductor Score

$8.00 USD

Quintilian: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Quintilian: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BD9860C
Price: 8.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

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Quintilian was inspired by the work of the ancient Roman philosopher and educator of the same name, who set forth the original seven liberal arts as the ideal curriculum for educated citizens. After a stirring Roman style fanfare, Mr. Smith uses a quintal theme in both harmony and rhythm to propel the work through its development to a highly dramatic conclusion. This work deserves your close attention! Riveting. (2:38)

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Series: Belwin Beginning Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 20

UPC: 029156916140

SKU: 00-BD9860C

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among the most performed composers of concert band and orchestral music in the United States, with over 400 published works to his credit. After earning degrees from Troy State University (Alabama) and the University of Miami, he built a compositional career that has reached audiences across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. His symphonies The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey, along with works like The Tempest, have become foundational repertoire for developing ensembles.

Beyond the concert hall, Smith's music has featured prominently in television broadcasts, opening ceremonies, and major cultural events including the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Olympic Games. His work as a conductor and clinician has taken him across the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, and throughout Europe, where he continues to shape the landscape of contemporary band music.

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Why we love this

Smith delivers programmatic storytelling without sacrificing clarity. The Roman fanfare hooks listeners immediately, and the quintal writing creates momentum that feels both ancient and contemporary. For a Grade 1 ensemble, this is remarkably sophisticated conceptually while remaining entirely playable.

What to expect

Quintilian opens with ceremonial grandeur before settling into a propulsive, interlocking harmonic landscape built on fifths. The quintal harmony gives the piece an archaic, scholarly quality that matches its philosophical inspiration, yet the driving rhythm and dramatic finale feel immediate and visceral.

Who it's for

First-year and developing concert bands ready for programmatic depth beyond simple march forms. Students benefit from learning how a single musical idea (the quintal theme) can drive an entire work, and directors appreciate having Grade 1 repertoire that still rewards serious musical interpretation.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the opening fanfare with clear articulation and projection. The Roman style demands confidence from your brass section, even at this accessible level.
Balance the quintal theme across voices so the harmonic idea reads clearly. This is the conceptual heart of the piece; let it breathe and resonate.
Build tension gradually through the development. Avoid the temptation to rush; controlled momentum serves the dramatic arc better than speed.
The conclusion needs commitment from your full ensemble. Smith writes dramatically here, and this is your moment to let students experience what "highly dramatic" actually sounds like in practice.

How to use it

Open a concert with this as an overture, or pair it with other programmatic works that explore classical themes. At 2:38, it fits naturally into a balanced program without requiring substantial rehearsal time, making it ideal for mid-year performance when your band is hitting its stride.