Undecim: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$90.00 USD

Undecim: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Undecim: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-44208
Price: 90.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Eleventh Hour

By Randall D. Standridge

Grade: 4 (Medium Difficult)

Item: 00-44208

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"Undecim" is Latin for "eleven," referring both to the "eleventh hour" (the last opportunity to get something done) and the opening metric feel of the piece (7/8 + 2/4 = 11 eighth notes). This high-energy opener is the perfect way to begin your next concert! (3:15) This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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Series: Alfred Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 316

UPC: 038081498331

SKU: 00-44208

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About the Composer: Randall D. Standridge

Randall D. Standridge is a prolific composer and arranger whose work appears regularly on concert band stages across North America. His compositions balance accessibility with genuine musical substance, crafting pieces that challenge student musicians while remaining rewarding to rehearse and perform.

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Why we love this

Standridge understands what makes a concert opener work: immediate energy, clear compositional intent, and a hook audiences remember. The metric concept (7/8 + 2/4) is woven into the musical fabric rather than feeling like a novelty, and the three-minute duration respects both rehearsal time and attention span.

What to expect

Undecim grabs attention from the downbeat with propulsive rhythmic momentum and bright instrumentation. The metric tension between 7/8 and 2/4 creates a forward-pressing quality without ever feeling awkward or experimental; instead it sounds urgent and contemporary.

Who it's for

Grade 4 bands with solid fundamentals and experience reading mixed meters. This piece suits ensembles that have tackled compound rhythms and are ready for a concert vehicle that demands both technical facility and musicianship. It works equally well for contest preparation or concert programming.

How to get the most out of it

Establish the 7/8 + 2/4 grouping early in rehearsals. Have the band count the full eleven-eighth-note phrase aloud before adding any instrumentation so the meter locks in organically rather than feeling imposed.
Balance energy with clarity. The high-octane character can lead to rushed tempos and muddy articulation. Maintain precision in the rhythmic subdivisions even as the band leans into the driving forward motion.
Shape sectional entrances carefully so the texture builds rather than simply stacks. Stagger the layering of parts to highlight how the ensemble architecture creates the overall drive.

How to use it

Program this as your opening piece to reset the room's energy and establish that your concert has something fresh to offer. The title itself sparks curiosity, and the musical payoff justifies the programming choice. It also functions well as a festival or contest opener where first impressions carry weight.