Name: Down to the River - for young concert band (arr. John McAllister) by Traditional Concert Band Digital Sheet Music
Brand: John McAllister
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Down to the River - for young concert band (arr. John McAllister)
by Traditional Concert Band - Digital Sheet Music

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Product Details

Title Down to the River - for young concert band (arr. John McAllister)

Artist Traditional

Score Type

PDF, Included with PASS

Composer Traditional

Arranger John McAllister

Format Digital Sheet Music

Pages 55

Arrangement Concert Band

Publisher John McAllister

Level 2

Product ID 1426137

Genre Spiritual Folk World Festival Contemporary Contest Multicultural

Performance Group Concert Band

Product Description

"Down to the River" is a traditional American spiritual deeply rooted in the African-American religious tradition. In this arrangement for young concert band, the music is taken on a journey through multiple settings, evoking a sense of Americana throughout.

The piece commences with melodic and harmonic elements that delicately capture the beauty of a calmly flowing river. This tranquil texture becomes a recurring motif, weaving its way through various sections of the ensemble. As the arrangement unfolds, listeners are taken through different treatments of the main melodic line, each iteration offering a new perspective on the source material.

A noteworthy moment arises in the third setting of the main theme, where the melodic line is deconstructed, giving rise to a completely new theme. This inventive twist adds a layer of intrigue and creativity, demonstrating the transformative potential of musical expression. The deconstructed theme gradually reassembles, leading the ensemble to a triumphant climax.

Throughout the arrangement, young musicians are given the opportunity to explore expressive playing, dynamic contrasts, and collaborative interplay. The piece serves not only as a musical exploration but also as an educational experience, encouraging the development of ensemble cohesion and individual musicianship.

This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters. ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.