Grade 2 SKU: CL.011-2499-00
Composed by Shaffer. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR321). Score and set of parts. Composed 1993. Duration 4 minutes, 21 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-2499-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-2499-00). A tremendous concert or contest piece that is also a wonderful teaching tool. Utilizing a variety of simple time changes, the opening moderato section leads into a spirited allegro that has nicely woven counterpoint between the woodwinds. A moderate 3/4 section adds contrast and then after a reprise of the allegro, it finishes with a bold and majestic coda. A winner in every respect!
About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series
The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.
