Shenandoah: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arr. Robert W. Smith and Michael Story
Grade: 0.5 (Very Easy)
Item: 00-PK-0002214
$56.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah: Score | $10.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Flute | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Oboe | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 1st B-flat Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: B-flat Bass Clarinet | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: E-flat Alto Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: B-flat Tenor Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: E-flat Baritone Saxophone | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 1st B-flat Trumpet | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 1st F Horn | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 1st Trombone | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Baritone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Baritone T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Tuba | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Mallets | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Timpani | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 1st Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: 2nd Percussion | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: Piano Accompaniment | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) 1st Horn in E-flat | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) 1st B-flat Trombone B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) B-flat Tuba B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) B-flat Tuba T.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) E-flat Tuba B.C. | $3.00 | |
| Shenandoah: (wp) E-flat Tuba T.C. | $3.00 |
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Description
Rich and flowing, this cherished folk song has now been scored by two respected composers as a component of theBand Expressions series. Designed for performance in conjunction with Band Expressions Book One, this is a very lyric work that will enhance the musical aspect of your beginners' performance (2:30)
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Additional Details
Series:
Band Expressions
Publisher:
Alfred Music
Page Count:
142
SKU:
00-PK-0002214
More about this title
About the Arranger: Robert W. Smith
Robert W. Smith stands among the most recorded and performed composers of concert band music in the United States. His catalogue exceeds 400 published works, the majority published through Alfred Music, and his compositions have been performed across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. He holds degrees in music education from Troy State University and a master's degree from the University of Miami.
Beyond the concert hall, Smith's music has reached audiences through television broadcasts, Olympic ceremonies, and major public events. His arrangements and original works for developing ensembles have become standard repertoire in band programs nationwide. As a conductor and clinician, he continues to work with musicians across the globe, bringing expertise in both composition and performance to his collaborations.
Why we love this
This arrangement captures the essence of Shenandoah while remaining genuinely playable for beginners. Smith and Story have crafted a score that sounds mature and concert-ready without overwhelming young players, making it an ideal choice when you need a folk song that actually serves the music rather than just filling time. The flowing lines and careful voice leading create a satisfying listening experience for both performers and audience.
What to expect
Shenandoah unfolds with the quiet dignity of a folk song that has endured across generations. The arrangement bathes the melody in warm harmonic support, creating a sense of longing and reflection. There is nothing flashy here, only honest musicality that invites careful listening.
Who it's for
This arrangement works perfectly for bands in their first or second year of playing together. The Grade 0.5 difficulty means even developing ensembles can produce a polished, musically satisfying performance without technical struggles.
How to get the most out of it
- Shape the melody with gentle dynamic swells rather than rigid crescendos; let the natural phrasing of the folk tune guide your interpretation.
- Balance the harmonic foundation carefully so that accompaniment voices support rather than overpower the lyrical line.
- Allow slight flexibility in tempo during sustained passages to honor the song's reflective character.
- Attend to intonation in the lower voices, where tuning issues become most apparent in slower, sparser textures.
How to use it
Program this early in the concert as a contrasting choice to faster or more energetic openers, or place it alongside other folk-based arrangements to build a thematic set. Its 2:30 duration and concert-ready sound make it valuable for festival performances or indoor concerts where you want to showcase lyrical maturity without advanced technical demands.
Skills your students will build
- Sustaining long tones with consistent tone quality
- Blending in harmonic textures
- Responding to the conductor's phrasing and dynamic shaping
- Playing with rubato and musical expression at an accessible level
- Balancing melody and accompaniment in four-part writing