Concert Band - Level 2 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1478921
Composed by Brian Ackley. 21st Century,Contest,Festival,March. 22 pages. Brian P. Ackley #1055174. Published by Brian P. Ackley (A0.1478921).
This uplifting march is perfect for any young band! If you are looking for a piece that will push your students to the next level while having fun at the same time, this is the march for you! Its catchy tune will be an ear worm to your students and audiences alike with its flowing melodic lines and layered harmonies. A guaranteed hit with your students, Medallion March showcases each instrument throughout this piece. Every instrument takes a turn playing the featured melodies. This is especially great for your low brass and low woodwinds, whose parts are very active throughout. The trumpets and flutes lead the way with a victorious theme as the clarinets and saxes harmonize below with parallel rhythms. As we move through the first section, the trumpets and clarinets swap parts to give an even thicker sound. The driving rhythms of the 5-part percussion section keeps everyone moving in forward motion as the middle section’s melody is heard in the low brass and low woodwinds.
As the conductor, Medallion March gives you the ability to incorporate phrasing, dynamic contrast and articulation that is seen throughout. Written in the key of Bb, each instrument’s parts can be played with ease, including the clarinets who are below written below the break. The percussionists have many opportunities to shine, as the colorfulness of the cymbals and triangles compliment the pulsating rhythms of the snare drum and bass drum. There is also an option for your flute players to play the 2nd line C above the staff in the repeated trio section, doubled by the bells. Medallion March makes for a great concert opener with its big sound and is also great for a concert finale. Your students will feel like they won a medal and leave your audiences wanting more!
