Remember: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Melanie J. Donahue
Grade: 2 (Medium Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0001438
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Description
This lovely and gentle ballade is inspired by the beautiful folk melodies of Ireland. (3:20)
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Additional Details
Series:
Young Symphonic
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
130
SKU:
00-PK-0001438
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Why we love this
Donahue writes with real warmth and accessibility, letting your band focus on ensemble blend and phrase shaping rather than technical gymnastics. The Irish folk roots give this piece instant character, and at Grade 2, you get sophisticated musical ideas without complicated logistics. It's the kind of piece that sounds far more advanced than it is.
What to expect
A gentle, unhurried melody unfolds with the warmth of traditional Irish music. The 3:20 runtime gives the piece room to breathe and settle into the listener's ear, creating a moment of quiet reflection within any program.
Who it's for
Band directors working with Grade 2 ensembles looking for concert or festival music that has real musical substance. This works equally well for programs seeking accessible repertoire with character or for contests where you want to show artistry and control rather than technical firepower.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape each phrase as you would a folk song: let the melody breathe, and support it with a warm, singing accompaniment from the lower voices.
- Balance the melodic content carefully when it moves between sections. Since the scoring is gentle, intonation and blend become your focus rather than volume.
- Honor the rubato inherent in folk melody interpretation without letting the ensemble lose cohesion. Communicate any tempo flexibility clearly through the left hand.
How to use it
Pair this as a contrast piece to something more energetic or dramatic on your concert. Its lyrical nature makes it an ideal opener or closer, setting a calm, reflective tone without demanding technical virtuosity from your ensemble.
Skills your students will build
- Sustained, supported legato playing across entire phrases
- Blend and balance in a thinly scored ensemble setting
- Interpretation of folk melody with attention to phrasing and rubato
- Attention to intonation when melodic lines pass between sections
- Ensemble communication without relying on technical complexity