School of Swing: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$60.00 USD

School of Swing: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: School of Swing: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-51802
Price: 60.00 USD
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By Amy Webb

Grade: 1.5

Item: 00-51802

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Here's a piece guaranteed to have your audience's toes tapping! Designed as a fun, flashy showpiece that features every section of the band, the catchy rhythms of School of Swing, by Amy Webb, will engage your students and fire them up for their next performance. A great vehicle for teaching the style of swing to beginners, this is a piece not to be overlooked. Fun! (2:10)

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Series: Developing Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

ISBN10: 1-4706-7408-4

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7408-3

UPC: 038081596259

SKU: 00-51802

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Why we love this

Amy Webb writes for young bands with a clear understanding of what energizes students and audiences alike. School of Swing delivers genuine musical substance within an accessible grade level, making it ideal for programs seeking a crowd-pleasing contest or concert piece that doesn't sacrifice pedagogical value.

What to expect

School of Swing bounces with infectious energy and accessible charm. The catchy rhythms and straightforward harmonic language create an inviting sound that lets every section shine, making it a natural confidence builder for young musicians discovering how much impact they can create together.

Who it's for

Grade 1.5 concert bands seeking an engaging, stylistically instructive showpiece that works equally well in festival competition or concert settings. Directors working with developing ensembles will find this piece raises excitement without overwhelming younger or less experienced players.

How to get the most out of it

Establish a solid swing feel in sectional rehearsals before combining parts. Have each section nail the rhythmic pocket independently so the ensemble locks together naturally.
Balance the featured sections carefully so soloists and small group passages cut through without drowning out the harmonic foundation. Contest judges and audiences both notice clarity.
Keep the tempo steady and energetic throughout. A dragging swing feel loses its appeal; conversely, rushing flattens the groove. Use a metronome in early rehearsals to anchor the pulse.

How to use it

Perfect as a second-half opener on a concert program, especially when you need to shift the mood toward something lighter and more audience-engaging. The two-minute-plus duration fits neatly between heavier concert works, and its contest-friendly designation makes it a smart choice for festival calendar planning.