Wings and Shield: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

$65.00 USD

Wings and Shield: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts

Name: Wings and Shield: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-BDM00026
Price: 65.00 USD
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March

By Jerry Brubaker

Grade: 3 (Medium Easy)

Item: 00-BDM00026

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This magnificent march is dedicated to the men and women who perform Air Sea Search and Rescue in the United States Coast Guard. An innovative flourish launches the soaring melodies associated with the bravery demonstrated on each mission. This is destined to become a standard march for use on any program. (2:45)

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Series: Belwin Concert Band

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 238

UPC: 654979181835

SKU: 00-BDM00026

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About the Composer: Jerry Brubaker

Jerry Brubaker is a prolific composer and arranger whose concert band works span from Grade 1 to Grade 5, with a catalog that emphasizes accessibility without sacrificing musical substance. His compositions have become staples in school band programs across North America, known for their clear orchestration, memorable melodic writing, and pedagogically sound approaches to intermediate and advanced repertoire.

Brubaker's work often draws on American musical traditions, from marches to folk song arrangements, and frequently incorporates themes of service, heritage, and community. His pieces balance the needs of developing musicians with the artistic expectations of concert audiences, making his scores valuable tools for both teaching musicianship and building a meaningful performance program.

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Why we love this

This march arrives fully realized as a concert piece, not just a parade vehicle. Brubaker's orchestration at Grade 3 gives every section something genuine to play, and the narrative arc of the work creates natural momentum that keeps student musicians engaged through the entire performance. Programming a march that audiences actually want to hear while your students develop solid foundational skills is rare.

What to expect

Wings and Shield captures the tension and resolution of rescue work through music: the innovative opening flourish creates urgency and forward motion, then the soaring melody that follows conveys the noble purpose behind each mission. The overall effect is dignified and purposeful, with an emotional sincerity that resonates with audiences.

Who it's for

Intermediate concert bands looking for a patriotic march that delivers substance beyond a one-time performance. This score works equally well for programs seeking to honor service themes, celebrate summer or Fourth of July concerts, or simply add a quality march to their regular rotation without stepping up to Grade 4 complexity.

How to get the most out of it

Lead the opening flourish with clarity and purpose; this gesture sets the tone for the soaring melodic material that follows and establishes the piece's character immediately.
Balance the melody across your upper woodwinds and brass so the primary theme emerges distinctly above the supporting figures without forcing dynamics beyond Grade 3 capabilities.
Shape each phrase with gentle rise and fall rather than maintaining a flat 'march tempo' throughout; this prevents the work from feeling mechanical and honors the brave narrative it celebrates.
Support the rhythm section with a steady, confident tempo; marches thrive on precision, and a locked pulse in percussion and low brass gives the whole ensemble confidence.

How to use it

Lead with this piece as the opening number on a patriotic or summer concert program to establish energy and focus from the start. Its 2:45 duration and emotional weight also position it well as a centerpiece in a program built around themes of service and American pride, or as an encore when you want to end on a strong, unified statement.