The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$75.00 USD

The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BDM02035
Price: 75.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-BDM02035

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This brilliantly exciting composition was inspired by the exhilaration of life in the Old West. The stampede of the livestock is interrupted with pointed bursts of musical energy. (6:37)

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Series: Belwin Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 260

ISBN10: 0-7579-3256-8

ISBN13: 978-0-7579-3256-4

UPC: 654979036814

SKU: 00-BDM02035

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith stands among America's most prolific voices in concert band and orchestral composition, with over 400 published works to his credit. His formal training at Troy State University and the University of Miami equipped him to craft pieces that balance accessibility with musical substance, a quality evident across his extensive catalog held by Alfred Music.

Smith's works have traveled globally, from concert halls across North America and Europe to Australia and Asia. His larger symphonic projects (The Divine Comedy, The Odyssey) and his foundational pieces for developing ensembles like The Tempest have become cornerstones of the band repertoire. Beyond the concert stage, his music has appeared in television broadcasts, Olympic ceremonies, and major national events, reflecting both the quality and versatility of his compositional voice.

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Why we love this

Smith captures the raw energy of a Western stampede without sacrificing musical coherence or clarity for young players. The piece balances vivid orchestration and rhythmic drive with Grade 3 accessibility, making it equally satisfying for students to perform and audiences to experience. Its contest-ready pedigree combined with immediate dramatic appeal makes it a smart choice when you need something both musically substantial and genuinely exciting.

What to expect

Cinematic and kinetic. Imagine dust rising from thundering hooves, sudden moments of musical wildness cutting through the steady rumble. The orchestration crackles with period color while maintaining the drive that keeps young musicians engaged and audiences on the edge of their seats.

Who it's for

Band directors seeking a Grade 3 opener with genuine star power and enough musical meat to satisfy both players and adjudicators. This works equally well for contest seasons and concert programming when you want something that grabs attention from the first downbeat.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the pulse of the stampede section early in rehearsal by having the rhythm section lock in first; the energy of this piece lives in rhythmic precision rather than rushing.
Balance the "pointed bursts" of brass energy against the underlying propulsive figures in the woodwinds so that climaxes land with impact without drowning out the harmonic foundation.
Use dynamics as a storytelling tool: the contrast between galloping passages and those bursts of intensity creates the drama Smith intended, so avoid playing at a constant volume level.

How to use it

Open a concert or festival performance with this piece to establish energy and momentum from the start. Its contest credentials make it ideal for fall or winter festival seasons, and its Old West imagery pairs naturally with Americana-themed programming or concert narratives celebrating American musical landscapes.