Seconds Out: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Samuel R. Hazo
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00260104
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Seconds Out - Full Score | $10.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Flute 1 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Flute 2 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Eb Alto Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Euphonium in Bass Clef | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Euphonium in Treble Clef | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - String Bass | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Chimes | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Glockenspiel | $6.00 | |
| Seconds Out - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
In boxing, the term "seconds out" refers to the moment when coaches and trainers (or seconds) must be out of the ring, leaving the competitors alone to face the competition. In a similar vein, this composition provides a musical description of the challenges and triumphs of students as they transition from middle to high school, leaving their "seconds" (parents, mentors, etc.) behind to face life on their own terms. Featuring a strong sense of urgency throughout, "Seconds Out" is solidly written for inexperienced ensembles with plenty of tutti scoring, and interspersed with sections of contrasting dynamics and effective percussion writing. (Grade 2) Dur: 3:50
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00260104
More about this title
About the Composer: Samuel R. Hazo
Samuel R. Hazo is a composer whose writing for young and developing ensembles demonstrates a sophisticated grasp of what student musicians can achieve at each level. His compositions combine accessible instrumentation with genuine musical substance, avoiding the oversimplification that can limit growth.
Hazo's approach to concert band writing prioritizes clarity and engagement without sacrificing compositional integrity. His works appear regularly in festival and contest rotations because they reward both careful preparation and musical interpretation.
Why we love this
The boxing metaphor gives this piece a narrative arc that resonates with middle schoolers navigating a real transition. What makes it work musically is that Hazo trusts the age group with actual compositional sophistication: the urgency isn't achieved through relentless speed, but through smart orchestration and dynamic contrast that requires real ensemble listening.
What to expect
The piece has a kinetic energy that mirrors the restlessness of leaving one chapter behind and stepping into another. Underneath that momentum sits genuine emotional weight; this is a composition that acknowledges real stakes without becoming heavy or overwrought.
Who it's for
Concert bands with solid fundamentals working at the Grade 2 level, particularly groups preparing for festival or contest. This works equally well for ensembles seeking a meaningful centerpiece that gives students something thematically rich to sink their teeth into.
How to get the most out of it
- Establish the urgency in rehearsal not by rushing the tempo, but by insisting on clean articulation and committed dynamics. The piece drives forward through precision, not speed.
- Balance the tutti sections with the contrasting passages so listeners experience genuine peaks and valleys. Overplay the loud moments and you flatten the arc.
- Pay attention to the percussion writing as a narrative element. These parts aren't decorative; they help tell the story of the struggle and triumph the title describes.
How to use it
Program this as a festival or contest selection where you want your group to stand out musically without stretching beyond their current abilities. The thematic relevance to your student musicians' actual lives also makes it a natural fit for a spring concert celebrating transitions and growth.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining musical momentum through dynamic contrast rather than tempo changes
- Balancing ensemble texture between tutti writing and exposed sections
- Responding to percussion cues and coordinating with non-melodic voices
- Interpreting programmatic intent through rehearsal and performance choices