To Sail the Majestic Seas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$70.00 USD

To Sail the Majestic Seas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: To Sail the Majestic Seas: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-51933
Price: 70.00 USD
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By William Owens

Grade: 2.5

Item: 00-51933

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Resolute and highly spirited, To Sail the Majestic Seas vividly portrays humankind's valorous endeavors to traverse the world's great waters. Moments of vigor give way to beauty and serenity before a bold ending portrays the sea at the height of its power and majesty. A seaworthy adventure by William Owens! (2:30)

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Series: MakeMusic Young Band

Publisher: MakeMusic Publications

ISBN10: 1-4706-7312-6

ISBN13: 978-1-4706-7312-3

UPC: 038081595375

SKU: 00-51933

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About the Composer: William Owens

William Owens brings three decades of classroom experience to his compositional voice. A VanderCook College of Music graduate and former Texas band director, he has written more than 300 works for young ensembles since 1993. His music appears on honor band and contest lists across the country and is taught in educational texts as a model of effective young band writing.

Owens has received commissions from the South Plains College Department of Fine Arts, Phi Beta Mu International, and the American Bandmasters Association. He holds membership in ASCAP, TMEA, and Phi Beta Mu, and was honored as a Distinguished Alumnus by VanderCook and recipient of the Texas Bandmasters Association's Meritorious Achievement Award. He resides in Fort Worth, Texas.

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Why we love this

Owens captures the grandeur of maritime adventure without demanding advanced technique. The arc from spirited opening through lyrical calm to dramatic finale gives your band a satisfying journey to execute and audiences a story to follow. At Grade 2.5, the writing balances accessibility with genuine musical substance, making it an ideal choice for developing musicians who want to play something that matters.

What to expect

You begin with the rush of setting sail, wind at your back and confidence in your course. A quieter interlude invites reflection on the beauty of open water. Then the sea itself rises to meet you, powerful and commanding, reminding you of nature's majesty and might.

Who it's for

This score and parts set is designed for developing concert bands at the Grade 2.5 level who want to program substantial music with programmatic appeal. Directors seeking pieces that work in contests, festivals, and regular concerts will find the balanced demands and clear dramatic arc well suited to intermediate ensembles. The work engages younger musicians while remaining musically honest.

How to get the most out of it

Build dynamic contrast between the vigorous opening sections and the serene middle passage. Young ensembles often rush to forte; let the quiet moments breathe so the return to power lands with full impact.
Balance the melody and accompaniment carefully in the lyrical section. A common mistake is over-emphasizing inner voices; keep them supportive so the song sings clearly.
Establish a steady, confident tempo at the start and resist the urge to pull back during ensemble unisons. A resolute beat gives the piece its nautical character.
Rehearse the bold ending with clear articulation across all sections. The majesty comes from unity and precision, not volume alone.

How to use it

Program this as a centerpiece for a concert built around nautical or adventurous themes, or stand it alone as a crowd-pleasing opener that sets a confident tone for your band. Its contest-ready quality makes it a natural fit for festival seasons, and its 2:30 length allows flexibility in programming alongside longer or shorter works.