Silverbrook: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By Michael Sweeney
Grade: 2
Item: 35-PK00320907
$65.00
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| Product | Price | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Silverbrook - Full Score | $10.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Flute | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Oboe | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bassoon | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Clarinet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Clarinet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Clarinet 3 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Eb Alto Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Bass Clarinet | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Tenor Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Eb Baritone Saxophone | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Trumpet 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Bb Trumpet 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - F Horn | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Trombone | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Baritone B.C. | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Baritone T.C. | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Tuba | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Convertible Bass Line | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Percussion 1 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Percussion 2 | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Mallet Percussion | $6.00 | |
| Silverbrook - Timpani | $6.00 |
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Description
Rarely does a Grade 2 composition contain as much musical depth and variety as this powerhouse from the pen of Michael Sweeney. The impressive opening strains lead to a fast-paced ostinato accompanying an explosive melody in the trumpets. After a delicate lyric section, the fast pace returns and the piece drives to a powerful finish.
Dur: 4:25
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Additional Details
Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00320907
More about this title
About the Composer: Michael Sweeney
Michael Sweeney has established himself as one of the most prolific and respected composers for concert band, with a catalog spanning from elementary through advanced levels. His gift for crafting accessible yet musically substantial works has made him a cornerstone of band repertoire in schools across North America.
Sweeney's writing consistently demonstrates an instinct for what works on the concert band stage: clear orchestration, memorable themes, and structural integrity that engages both players and audiences. His compositions are frequently programmed because they deliver genuine musical content without sacrificing playability at any level.
Why we love this
Sweeney refuses to let Grade 2 constraints limit musical ambition here. The arc from stately opening to driving ostinato to introspective middle section to triumphant close gives students a complete formal experience, and the interplay between sections creates genuine drama that keeps audiences attentive throughout its four and a half minutes.
What to expect
Silverbrook opens with quiet dignity before energy erupts around a propulsive rhythmic figure. A moment of reflective calm arrives like a breath, then the piece surges forward with conviction, concluding with earned power rather than forced bombast.
Who it's for
Grade 2 bands ready for a step beyond simple thematic development will find real substance here. This works equally well for concert programs seeking a crowd-pleasing middle opener or for directors wanting to develop their students' understanding of formal structure and textural variety.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the opening strains carefully so that the ensemble hears the harmonic progression beneath the melody; this foundation matters when the tempo accelerates.
- In the fast ostinato section, lock the accompanimental voices first before layering the trumpet melody on top, ensuring rhythmic cohesion before adding surface complexity.
- Shape the lyric section with dynamic restraint; resist the urge to linger, as the contrast with surrounding sections depends on architectural clarity rather than emotional indulgence.
- Build momentum gradually in the final section rather than jumping to full intensity immediately, giving the ensemble room to grow into the powerful finish.
How to use it
Program this as a concert centerpiece rather than an opener or closer; its formal completeness deserves placement where audiences have settled in. It pairs well alongside lighter fare and provides ideal contrast to more contemporary or experimental selections on the same bill.
Skills your students will build
- Sectional independence within a unified ensemble texture
- Dynamic shaping across contrasting tempo zones
- Rhythmic precision in syncopated accompaniment figures
- Harmonic listening and balance in sustained chordal passages
- Formal awareness through clearly articulated structural sections