Grand Opening, A

Darren Mitchell

General Info

Year: 2013
Duration: c. 2:00
Difficulty: I+ (see Ratings for explanation)
Publisher: Grand Mesa
Cost: Score and Parts (print) - $60.00 | Score Only (print) - $8.00

Instrumentation

Full Score
C Piccolo
Flute
Oboe
B-flat Soprano Clarinet I-II
B-flat Bass Clarinet/Bassoon
E-flat Alto Saxophone
B-flat Tenor Saxophone
E-flat Baritone Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet I-II
Horn in F
Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Timpani
Percussion I-II-III-IV, including:

Bass Drum
Bells
Chimes
Crash Cymbals
Snare Drum
Suspended Cymbal
Tambourine
Triangle
Wind Chimes
Wood Block

Errata

None discovered thus far.

Program Notes

The title of this engaging number aptly reflects what this composition is best-suited to be: a dynamic young band concert opener. Inspired by the opening of a junior high school, this well-scored composition includes majestic melodic material, effective dynamic contrasts, appealing contrasts of textures, two-part writing for clarinet and trumpet, and accessible ranges and interesting lines for each instrument.

- Program Note from The Instrumentalist

Dedicated to the 2012-2013 Kamiakin Middle School 7th Grade Concert Band, Mr. Ward Brannman, conductor.

- Program Note from score

Media

Audio: Reference recording. Ensemble and conductor unknown

State Ratings

Wisconsin: Event 3000 Concert Band Class M

Performances

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Works for Winds by This Composer

Resources

"New Music Reviews." The Instrumentalist 70.2 (2015): 42. Print