The Boys of Wexford: Concert Band Conductor Score

$12.00 USD

The Boys of Wexford: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: The Boys of Wexford: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 36-10105502
Price: 12.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Robert Dwyer Joyce / arr. Sammy Nestico

Grade: 4

Item: 36-10105502

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Arranged for the United States Marine Band at the request of President John F. Kennedy, this outstanding march is now available for the first time. The melody is a traditional folk song with words by Robert Dwyer Joyce (1830-1883). An outstanding addition to the serious band library.

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Series: LudwigMasters

Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.

ISBN10: 1-57134-161-7

ISBN13: 978-1-57134-161-7

UPC: 654690674234

SKU: 36-10105502

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About the Composer: Robert Dwyer Joyce

Robert Dwyer Joyce (1830-1883) was an Irish poet and nationalist whose work celebrated Irish culture and history during a politically turbulent period. Beyond his poetry, Joyce wrote the lyrics to "The Boys of Wexford," a song commemorating the Irish Rebellion of 1798 that became deeply embedded in Irish folk tradition.

Joyce's literary contributions extended to both verse and prose, and his ability to capture national sentiment in accessible language made his work endure long after his lifetime. The melody he set his words to has become a standard in Irish musical heritage, performed and arranged across countless genres and ensembles.

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Why we love this

Sammy Nestico's arrangement brings historical weight to a concert band setting without sacrificing the tune's directness and emotional pull. This is a march that carries real narrative substance; your band will connect with music that means something beyond technique. It's substantial enough for festival competition yet accessible enough to engage players at Grade 4, and it gives your library a piece with genuine cultural resonance.

What to expect

Stately and purposeful, with the earnestness of a folk melody elevated through band orchestration. The tune carries an undercurrent of dignity and remembrance, moving with the steady resolve of a traditional march rather than the bombast of a military fanfare.

Who it's for

Bands at the Grade 4 level seeking repertoire with substance and a story to tell. Directors who want to expose students to Irish musical heritage and give them a piece that works equally well in concert and festival settings.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the primary melody so it sings above the harmonic foundation; this folk tune demands clarity and presence without sounding thin.
Shape the dynamic arc through each phrase rather than playing at a single dynamic level; marches thrive on breathing and momentum.
Pay attention to the articulation of the lower voices and countermelodies; they support the march's forward motion and should feel purposeful, not merely accompaniment.
Conduct with the historical context in mind; this isn't a flashy showpiece, but a tribute. That restraint and integrity should inform your ensemble's interpretation.

How to use it

Program this as a concert opener or as part of a suite exploring folk traditions across cultures. It works beautifully alongside other patriotic or historical repertoire, or as a standalone centerpiece that demonstrates your band's ability to honor material with cultural and political meaning.