Sea Glass: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Rick Kirby
Grade: 3
Item: 35-PK00421052
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Glass - Conductor Score (Full Score) | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Bb Trumpet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Trombone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Trombone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Euphonium in Bass Clef | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Euphonium in Treble Clef | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - String Bass | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Timpani | $6.00 | |
| Sea Glass - Piano | $6.00 |
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Description
Worn by the waves and recycled by the ocean, "sea glass" is a product of both nature and man. Bottles and jars carelessly discarded are tumbled by sea and sand, magically creating colorful and smoothly polished gems. This lovely descriptive work uses shimmering effects in piano and percussion combined with beautiful melodies and lush harmonies. With effective emotional peaks and a nice variety in textures, this is a rewarding work for band.Dur: 3:45
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00421052
More about this title
About the Composer: Rick Kirby
Rick Kirby has established himself as a composer who understands the pedagogical needs of school bands while maintaining genuine artistic ambition. His works balance accessibility with musical substance, creating pieces that challenge students without overwhelming them and that conductors find genuinely rewarding to prepare.
Why we love this
Kirby captures something difficult to pull off at Grade 3: a piece that's unmistakably descriptive without relying on gimmicks. The shimmering effects stay musically purposeful, the emotional arc feels earned rather than imposed, and the textural variety keeps every section engaged throughout. Band directors praise it for sounding more sophisticated than its difficulty level suggests.
What to expect
Serene and transformative, like watching something broken become beautiful through patient natural forces. The opening shimmers with quiet wonder; as the piece unfolds, gentle melodies rise and swell with unexpected emotional depth, creating moments of genuine lyricism before settling into peaceful acceptance.
Who it's for
Grade 3 bands ready to work with more sophisticated harmonies and layered textures. This piece rewards careful listening and musical maturity without demanding advanced technical facility, making it ideal for mid-level ensembles seeking concert repertoire with real substance.
How to get the most out of it
- Isolate the shimmering percussion effects in sectional rehearsals early. These details anchor the impressionistic character; without precision, they'll blur into background noise.
- Shape the melodic lines with phrase direction rather than relying on dynamic markings alone. Think of each melody as having weight and destination, even in softer passages.
- Balance the piano part carefully in full ensemble. It supports harmony and color but shouldn't compete with woodwind or brass lines when they carry the primary material.
- Let the emotional peaks breathe. Resist the urge to rush through intensified moments; students need time to feel the drama they're creating.
How to use it
Program this as an opener to establish an introspective or lyrical concert theme, or pair it with contrasting energetic works to showcase your band's range. Its manageable duration and universal appeal to audiences make it a strong choice for spring concerts or community performances where you want to demonstrate artistic growth alongside technical skill.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining soft dynamics while maintaining musical shape and intonation
- Balancing independent parts within harmonic texture
- Responding to impressionistic compositional language beyond traditional structure
- Listening critically to percussion effects and ensemble blend
- Shaping lyrical phrases with direction and purpose