Treasure Quest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$48.00 USD

Treasure Quest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Treasure Quest: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-45981
Price: 48.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Jared Barnes

Grade: 1 (Very Easy)

Item: 00-45981

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With the musical call of "Land, ho!" echoing across the band, the tale of pirates, buried treasure, and battle is underway! Written in rondo form, a strong, driving pirate theme serves as the main theme throughout the piece, and surrounds two contrasting sections. (1:50)

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Series: Alfred Debut Series

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 120

UPC: 038081525662

SKU: 00-45981

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About the Composer: Jared Barnes

Jared Barnes composes instrumental music that connects with student musicians and audiences alike. His works have been heard at honor bands, regional festivals, and the Midwest Clinic, and have earned recognition on Stanton's Five Star Feature, J.W. Pepper Editors' Choice, and Bandworld Top 100 lists.

Barnes brings a decade-plus of classroom experience to his compositions, having taught instrumental music to grades 5-12. His ensembles have consistently earned Division I ratings at the IHSMA Large Group Festival and were selected as the Class 1A High School Honor Band in 2011 and 2019 at the Iowa Bandmasters Conventions. He holds a Bachelor of Music Education degree from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa.

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Why we love this

This piece captures the energy and narrative drive that Grade 1 bands crave without sacrificing musical substance. The rondo structure gives the piece architectural clarity, and the pirate theme is so memorable that students will internalize it effortlessly while still feeling invested in a real story.

What to expect

Adventure unfolds with swagger and purpose. The pirate theme arrives with saltwater spray and bold determination, dominating the landscape before giving way to contrasting moments of intrigue and color. The whole journey builds inexorably toward a triumphant return home.

Who it's for

Grade 1 concert bands ready to tackle narrative-driven music with forward momentum. This work suits ensembles at the start of their season or those looking to build programming confidence through pieces with immediate accessibility and genuine musical substance.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the main pirate theme with clear articulation and consistent dynamic control; it's the emotional anchor of the piece and needs to sound confident and unified each time it returns.
Use the contrasting sections to explore different timbral colors with your ensemble. These moments invite lighter touches and varied approaches that keep the narrative fresh.
Balance the driving rhythm section throughout so the pulse stays energized without overwhelming the melodic lines.
Build excitement toward the final statement of the theme by incrementally sharpening attacks and tightening ensemble response in the final section.

How to use it

Open a concert with this piece to establish energy and engagement from the first notes, or place it early in your program to capitalize on its narrative momentum and crowd appeal. It works equally well as a contest or festival selection where judges appreciate clarity of form and strong thematic development at the Grade 1 level.