Talon: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Talon: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-RWS192301
Price: 10.00 USD
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By Brian Bankston

Grade: 2

Item: 98-RWS192301

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Edgy percussion, heroic melodies, colorful harmonies and forward momentum propel this adventurous theme and your band to musical success. Brian Bankston provides a great opportunity to sharpen your percussionist's rhythmic accuracy and style. In addition, "Talon" reinforces articulations, dynamics and phrasing throughout the full ensemble. Add energy to your next performance and lift your next audience with this razor-sharp work!

Original Item#: RWS-1923-01

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Series: RWS - Developing Band

Publisher: RWS Music Company

ISBN10: 1-4706-9725-4

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-9725-9

UPC: 038081613109

SKU: 98-RWS192301

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About the Composer: Brian Bankston

Brian Bankston has built a reputation as a composer who understands what developing bands need: music that sounds ambitious without exceeding technical reach. His work across the RWS Developing Band series demonstrates a consistent gift for writing rhythmically engaging material that keeps students focused while delivering genuine musical payoff.

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Why we love this

Bankston writes percussion parts that actually demand musicianship, not just time-keeping. The way he layers rhythmic complexity against the ensemble's forward motion creates natural energy without requiring maturity you won't find at this level. It's an effective opener that leaves audiences wanting more.

What to expect

Sleek and purposeful. The momentum never stalls, and the orchestration feels modern without sacrificing clarity. There's a competitive energy throughout, whether you're thinking about it as a contest piece or an opener that sets the tone for an entire concert.

Who it's for

Grade 2 bands that have solid fundamentals and are ready for something with real personality. The percussion writing demands focus and accuracy, making this ideal for groups where you've developed individual section discipline and can handle parts that don't simply mirror the melody.

How to get the most out of it

Isolate the percussion section first. Their rhythmic accuracy directly shapes how "sharp" the entire ensemble will sound; once they lock the various subdivision patterns, the rest of the band finds its groove immediately.
Balance the heroic melody across your trumpet and cornet sections rather than letting one dominate. The color comes from how these voices blend, not from one jumping out.
Push the harmonic shifts in the middle section slightly; they're subtle but designed to catch the ear if you honor them with intentional voice leading.
Record a rehearsal and listen back specifically to articulation consistency across the band. Bankston's writing depends on precision here to land the intended edginess.

How to use it

Start your concert here. The confident opening and driving rhythm immediately establish that your band means business. It works equally well as a festival selection where you want judges to hear both technical control and ensemble cohesion in the first ninety seconds.