Product Description
Explanation
Originally featured as the theme song for the 1988 animated film The Land Before Time, If We Hold on Together touched hearts around the world through the unforgettable voice of Diana Ross. With a message of courage, unity, and holding onto hope even in the darkest times, the song has become a timeless anthem of resilience and friendship.
This concert band arrangement preserves the gentle strength and emotional depth of the original, bringing it to life through the warm colors of woodwinds and the rich harmonies of brass. The piece unfolds like a storybeginning in quiet reflection and rising toward a radiant, uplifting climaxinviting performers and audiences alike to embark on a shared musical journey.
As you perform this piece, let each phrase speak with sincerity. The heartfelt melodies and harmonic swells call for an ensemble sound built on empathy and togetherness. From the soft, introspective middle section to the soaring final statement, this is a work that rewards expressive playing and careful listening. Without lyrics, the music still speaksreminding us that when we hold on together, anything is possible.
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Instrumentation
Piccolo
1st Flute
2nd Flute
Oboe
Bassoon
Clarinet in Eb
1st Clarinet in Bb
2nd Clarinet in Bb
3rd Clarinet in Bb
Alto Clarinet in Eb
Bass Clarinet in Bb
1st Alto Saxophone in Eb
2nd Alto Saxophone in Eb
Tenor Saxophone in Bb
Baritone Saxophone in Eb
1st Trumpet in Bb
2nd Trumpet in Bb
3rd Trumpet in Bb
1st Horn in F
2nd Horn in F
3rd Horn in F
4th Horn in F
1st Trombone
2nd Trombone
3rd Trombone
Euphonium
Tuba
Electric Bass
Drum Set
Timpani
Percussions (Suspended Cymbal, Claves, Shaker, Tambourine, Clash Cymbals)
Glockenspiel
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.