Sogno di Volare (from Civilization VI) (arr. Matt Conaway): Marching Band Conductor Score & Parts
Arranged by Matt Conaway / Arranged by Jack Holt
Grade: 4
Item: 35-PK00432380
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The official theme music for "Sid Meier's Civilization VI" video game, "Sogno di Volare" ("The Dream of Flight") beautifully captures a sense of conquest and wonder. This is powerful and dramatic music for the field!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK00432380
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About the Arranger: Matt Conaway
Matt Conaway is a skilled arranger whose work frequently bridges popular media and concert music, making accessible and engaging arrangements for instrumental ensembles. His approach to transcription prioritizes both musical integrity and the practical needs of student performers, resulting in charts that honor the original material while remaining idiomatic for their instrumentation.
Why we love this
Conaway's arrangement captures the sweeping, cinematic grandeur of the original theme while delivering something genuinely playable on the field. The Grade 4 level means your ensemble can tackle a piece with real dramatic weight without drowning in technical demands, leaving room for students to focus on the expressive storytelling that makes this theme so memorable.
What to expect
This arrangement channels the grandeur of exploration and triumph inherent in the original theme. You'll hear sweeping melodic lines that soar across your field while a solid harmonic foundation keeps everything grounded and propulsive, creating music that feels both intimate and monumental.
Who it's for
Marching bands looking to program contemporary material with real emotional resonance will find this a natural fit. It appeals to students who connect with gaming culture while offering directors a chance to build ensemble musicianship through engaging, recognizable music.
How to get the most out of it
- Balance the melodic lines carefully across sections so the soaring quality of the theme reads from the stands; avoid letting any single voice dominate the texture.
- Shape the dynamic arcs with intention. This music thrives on buildup and release, so plan your crescendos and diminuendos as architectural moments rather than technical checkpoints.
- Pay attention to the interaction between rhythm section and melodic material. Precision here creates the sense of forward momentum that defines the piece's character.
- Consider the pacing of transitions between sections. A slight breath or tempo adjustment can heighten the dramatic impact without losing continuity.
How to use it
Feature this as a statement opener or a powerful closer. Its dramatic arc works beautifully as a bridge between traditional classical repertoire and contemporary entertainment, making it an excellent choice for programs that want to showcase musical diversity while maintaining artistic credibility.
Skills your students will build
- Balancing ensemble blend across sustained melodic passages
- Executing dynamic shape and phrase architecture in dramatic music
- Maintaining rhythmic precision within expressive, flowing tempos
- Responding to layered harmonic textures and supporting roles