The County Fair: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
By David Bobrowitz
Grade: 3.5
Item: 35-PK01712206
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David Bobrowitz captures the joy and excitement of attending the county fair in this rollicking salute to an American tradition. You can almost see the sights, hear the sounds, and smell the aroma of fun!
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Publisher:
Hal Leonard
SKU:
35-PK01712206
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About the Composer: David Bobrowitz
David Bobrowitz has established himself as a composer who understands what makes concert band music engaging for both performers and audiences. His gift for writing accessible yet musically satisfying works has made him a frequent choice for directors seeking repertoire that energizes their ensembles without sacrificing musical substance.
Why we love this
Bobrowitz writes with genuine affection for Americana themes, and The County Fair proves it. The piece succeeds because it captures real joy without resorting to cheap sentimentality. Your students will feel the excitement in their parts, and audiences will connect immediately to the imagery.
What to expect
The County Fair invites you into a nostalgic American landscape full of movement and color. You hear the carousel, the games, the laughter. The music bubbles with good humor and straightforward melody, creating an infectious sense of celebration that carries from first rehearsal through performance.
Who it's for
Bands at the grade 3 to 3.5 level looking for repertoire that combines musical legitimacy with pure fun. This works equally well for groups building confidence and intermediate ensembles seeking a crowd-pleaser.
How to get the most out of it
- Keep the articulations clean and light, especially in the woodwind passages. This piece thrives on clarity and energy, not heavy phrasing.
- Balance the melody carefully as it passes between sections. The tune should sing above the accompaniment without the full band pushing too hard.
- Lock in the rhythmic figures in your percussion and low brass. A tight foundation makes the brighter colors stand out.
- Vary your dynamics intentionally. The piece has natural peaks and valleys; let them breathe rather than treating all forte sections the same way.
How to use it
Use this as a spring concert opener to set a bright, engaging tone for your audience. It also pairs well in a program celebrating American themes or works by living composers. The accessibility and fun factor make it ideal for community concerts where you want to connect with listeners who might not attend classical concerts regularly.
Skills your students will build
- Maintaining articulation clarity at faster tempos
- Balancing melody and accompaniment across the ensemble
- Responding to stylistic cues that require light, energetic execution
- Executing rhythmic figures with precision in an ensemble setting
- Performing with character-driven interpretation rather than mechanical playing