Composed by Robert W. Smith. Concert Band. Concert Band Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR367). Oversized, spiral-bound score. Composed 2010. Duration 3 minutes, 27 seconds. Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications #012-3985-75. Published by Opus III Wind Orchestra Publications (CL.012-3985-75).
A beautiful and poignant lyrical work, this new composition by Robert W. Smith is a welcome addition to the concert band repertoire. Featuring small instrumental choirs and soloists throughout, Dreams includes a beautiful melody moving amid lush harmonies leading to a soaring full ensemble. All solos are cross-cued allowing the piece to be programmed by a wide variety of bands. Appropriate for concert and festival performance, Dreams will be a welcome addition to any program.