The Tamiami Trail: Concert Band Conductor Score

$5.00 USD

The Tamiami Trail: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: The Tamiami Trail: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 98-B1132S
Price: 5.00 USD
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By Les Taylor

Grade: 1

Item: 98-B1132S

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After a slow and mysterious opening, the tom-toms blaze the way through part of the Florida Everglades on The Tamiami Trail. Only two-part harmony is used throughout, so it will be full and powerful regardless of your ensemble's size. (1:45)

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Series: Real Music for Beginning Band

Publisher: The FJH Music Company, Inc.

UPC: 241444463888

SKU: 98-B1132S

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Why we love this

The two-part writing here is genuinely smart. Most Grade 1 pieces that use limited harmony feel thin, but Taylor's approach makes the ensemble sound full and cohesive even with modest instrumentation. The tom-tom feature gives your percussion section real narrative responsibility instead of relegating them to the background.

What to expect

You're traveling through humid, shadowy wetlands. The initial stillness gradually gives way to propulsive percussion energy that carries you forward. It's atmospheric and descriptive without being overly fussy.

Who it's for

Any beginning band at Grade 1 level looking for a piece with character that doesn't rely on complex arranging or large instrumentation. The minimal harmonic palette makes it accessible without sacrificing musicality or ensemble responsibility.

How to get the most out of it

Treat the opening section as a dramatic threshold. The mystery matters before the tom-toms enter; take the time to establish quiet control in the low voices so the percussion break feels earned.
Balance the tom-tom passage carefully. These drums should cut through without burying the harmonic material underneath; a touch of restraint from the melody will help the color shine through.
Keep the two-part voicing transparent. With only two lines, exposed writing becomes inevitable, so rhythm section cohesion and precise attacks are non-negotiable.

How to use it

Pair this on a concert that explores regional American themes, or use it early in the season when your band is still building independence and you need material that won't demand extensive sectional work. Its five-minute runtime fits naturally into almost any program.