Shackelford Banks: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Jay Bocook
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00321518
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Named for the uninhabited island off the North Carolina coast where wild horses still roam, this energetic original features a distinct western flavor with strong themes and solid scoring throughout. A short flute solo is featured in the tranquil opening before the trumpets take over with the robust main theme. The variety in textures and contrasting themes help make this one particularly attractive for festivals or concerts. Dur: 3:30
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00321518
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About the Composer: Jay Bocook
Jay Bocook is a prolific composer and arranger whose works span concert band, wind ensemble, and educational settings. His compositions are known for accessible orchestration, memorable thematic material, and careful attention to balance across all sections, making him a trusted voice in the Grade 2-3 repertoire.
Why we love this
Bocook captures genuine character here without overcomplicating the score. The construction is smart: a contemplative flute moment draws listeners in, then the trumpets deliver a theme with real backbone. For Grade 2 programs, that balance between accessibility and personality is rare.
What to expect
A brisk musical journey with the spirit of open spaces and untamed movement. The writing evokes wildness without wildness, grounded in classical concert band form but infused with contemporary harmonic color and rhythmic vitality.
Who it's for
Solid Grade 2 concert bands looking for repertoire with genuine musical substance and thematic interest. This works equally well for ensembles preparing for festivals and those planning concert programming that needs both energy and structure.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the opening flute solo with a gentle, singing line; resist the urge to rush through it despite its brevity. This moment sets the tone for the energy that follows.
- Lock the trumpet entrance with precision. The main theme needs confidence and weight, so ensure the first and second parts balance without the seconds overwhelming.
- Listen for texture shifts throughout the middle sections. Bocook builds color by shifting which instruments carry the melody, so keep parts alert even when they're not in the foreground.
- The western flavor comes through orchestration choices rather than obvious stylistic markers, so let the natural character of the harmonic movement speak for itself without exaggerating.
How to use it
Pair this as a centerpiece for a concert that balances contemporary original works with traditional repertoire. Its 3:30 duration fits neatly into festival sets without consuming precious time, and the variety of textures provides effective contrast if programmed alongside slower or more solemn pieces.
Skills your students will build
- Phrasing across sectional themes and solo passages
- Maintaining ensemble cohesion through texture changes
- Balance and blend when accompaniment figures support principal melodic lines
- Rhythmic precision in driving accompaniment patterns
- Trumpet section coordination in strong melodic passages