The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score

$9.00 USD

The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: The Star of Dreams: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BDM02035C
Price: 9.00 USD
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By Robert W. Smith

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-BDM02035C

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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: 36

UPC: 654979036821

SKU: 00-BDM02035C

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About the Composer: Robert W. Smith

Robert W. Smith has established himself as a commanding voice in American concert band and orchestral composition, with more than 400 published works performed internationally. His education in music education from Troy State University and graduate training at the University of Miami shaped a compositional approach that balances accessibility with artistic depth. His symphonies, including The Divine Comedy and The Odyssey, have gained currency across North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia, while works like The Tempest have become foundational repertoire for developing ensembles.

Beyond the concert hall, Smith's music has reached audiences through major television broadcasts, opening ceremonies, the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and sporting events including the Olympic Games and Opening Day at Dodger Stadium. His work as a conductor and clinician has taken him across the United States, Canada, Japan, Australia, and Europe, where he continues to advocate for music education and quality repertoire.

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Why we love this

Smith captures the visceral energy of the Old West without resorting to clichéd musical language. The orchestration builds genuine excitement through rhythmic precision and well-placed bursts of activity, giving Grade 3 bands the chance to perform substantial concert literature that feels genuinely orchestral. The structure sustains interest across a six-and-a-half-minute runtime, a genuine achievement at this accessibility level.

What to expect

The piece crackles with motion and atmosphere. You hear the thunder of livestock moving across open terrain, punctuated by sharp, orchestral shouts that evoke the excitement and danger of the frontier. The music never settles into passivity; it propels forward with confidence and vitality.

Who it's for

This score serves conductors of Grade 3 concert bands looking for substantial, engaging concert repertoire that doesn't sacrifice musical quality for accessibility. It works well for programs seeking a showcase piece with clear narrative drive and orchestral color that will resonate with both musicians and audiences.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the stampede rhythms with absolute precision in the rhythm section; even slight unevenness will undermine the driving energy Smith has written into the piece.
Shape the pointed bursts of energy as distinct gestures rather than continuous excitement. Contrast is what makes them land.
Balance the Western theme elements across your instrumentation so the melodic material reads clearly through the rhythmic activity.
Use the fermatas and marked pauses to reset the ensemble's pulse and prepare for each new wave of musical activity.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece in a concert exploring American themes or regional identity. Its narrative clarity and energetic character make it an ideal first-half closer or a strong opener that establishes tone and engagement immediately.