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Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 35-PK00325617
Price: 65.00 USD
Availability: InStock

By Michael Sweeney

Grade: 2

Item: 35-PK00325617

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$65.00

Product	Price	Quantity
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Full Score	$10.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Flute	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Oboe	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bassoon	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Clarinet 1	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Clarinet 2	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Clarinet 3	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Eb Alto Clarinet	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Bass Clarinet	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Eb Alto Saxophone 1	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Eb Alto Saxophone 2	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Tenor Saxophone	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Eb Baritone Saxophone	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Trumpet 1	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Bb Trumpet 2	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - F Horn	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Trombone	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Baritone B.C.	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Baritone T.C.	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Tuba	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Convertible Bass Line	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Percussion 1	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Percussion 2	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Mallet Percussion	$6.00
Where the Sun Breaks Through the Mist - Timpani	$6.00

Written for the Temecula Middle School Band (CA), this vibrant work features sophisticated sounds expertly scored for young players. The dramatic opening statement is followed by an exciting and rhythmic main theme. Contrast is provided by a tender slow section with a flowing melody and beautiful harmonies. With careful pacing throughout and interesting parts for every section of the band, this is a perfect piece for motivating middle school players. Dur: 4:30

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Publisher: Hal Leonard

SKU: 35-PK00325617

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About the Composer: Michael Sweeney

Michael Sweeney is a prolific composer and arranger whose work spans concert band, wind ensemble, and educational settings. His compositions consistently balance accessibility with musical substance, creating pieces that challenge young musicians while remaining engaging and performable at their level.

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Why we love this

Sweeney gives every section meaningful material here, which means your musicians stay engaged throughout rather than marking time through filler passages. The piece moves through distinct emotional territories without feeling episodic; the architecture feels intentional and cohesive, making it rewarding for both players and listeners.

What to expect

The music opens with drama and intention, establishing weight and presence before pivoting to an energetic, rhythmically driven theme. Then it yields to something intimate and lyrical, with flowing lines and warm harmonies that give the ensemble a chance to demonstrate control and sensitivity before returning to the vibrancy of the main material.

Who it's for

Middle school bands ready for Grade 2 material that demands musicianship alongside technical execution. The piece works equally well for first-year advanced groups or experienced middle school ensembles seeking substantial concert repertoire with broad appeal.

How to get the most out of it

Shape the dramatic opening to establish atmosphere before the main theme enters. This contrast makes the rhythmic material land harder when it arrives.
Bring out the flowing melody in the slow section by ensuring the supporting voices don't overshadow the primary line. Balance and blend matter more here than volume.
Keep the overall pacing deliberate. A four-minute-thirty piece can feel rushed if you push tempos; let the architecture breathe.
Highlight the interesting individual parts throughout. When every section has something worth playing, the ensemble naturally stays connected and motivated.

How to use it

This works beautifully as the centerpiece of a concert program, holding its own as a standalone feature. Pair it with lighter opening numbers or more energetic closing pieces to create programming variety, or use it as the anchor for a thematic concert exploring contrasting moods and textures.