America, the Beautiful: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
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America, the Beautiful: String Orchestra Conductor Score & Parts
Words and music by Samuel Augustus Ward / arr. Carmen Dragon, adapted by Douglas E. Wagner
Grade: 2.5
Item: 00-40418
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At long last, this beloved treasure of American patriotic music from the orchestral repertoire is now available in a playable adaptation written expressly for young ensembles. All of the majestic beauty and awesome grandeur of Carmen Dragon's original is preserved in this new scoring, with appropriate accommodations made for less-experienced instrumentalists. A great choice for a program opener, this arrangement will be a welcome addition to any concert performance. (3:05)
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Complete Instrumentation
Instrument Parts for “America, the Beautiful” by Samuel Augustus Ward
This Grade Grade: 2 (Easy) Concert Band arrangement by Samuel Augustus Ward ships as printed sheet music with a conductor score and a complete set of parts. Every individual part is also available as a separate PDF digital download.
Composer
Samuel Augustus Ward
Arranger
Carmen Dragon
Grade / Level
Grade: 2 (Easy)
Ensemble
Concert Band
Individual Parts
20 + Score
Format
Print & Digital
Conductor Score
Full score view of all parts
Woodwinds 9 parts
Flute
Individual part · PDF
Oboe
Individual part · PDF
Bassoon
Individual part · PDF
1st B-flat Clarinet
Individual part · PDF
2nd B-flat Clarinet
Individual part · PDF
B-flat Bass Clarinet
Individual part · PDF
E-flat Alto Saxophone
Individual part · PDF
B-flat Tenor Saxophone
Individual part · PDF
E-flat Baritone Saxophone
Individual part · PDF
Brass 7 parts
Percussion 4 parts
What's included with the full edition.
America, the Beautiful: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts
($62.00) contains the conductor score plus multiple copies of each part listed above (quantities vary by part).
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The individual parts above are ideal for replacing a lost page or adding extra stands without re-buying the set.
Frequently asked questions
What instruments are included in “America, the Beautiful”?
This Concert Band arrangement includes 20 individual parts: Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, 1st B-flat Clarinet, 2nd B-flat Clarinet, B-flat Bass Clarinet, E-flat Alto Saxophone, B-flat Tenor Saxophone, E-flat Baritone Saxophone, 1st B-flat Trumpet, 2nd B-flat Trumpet, 1st F Horn, 1st Trombone, Baritone T.C., Baritone B.C., Tuba, Mallets, 1st Percussion, 2nd Percussion, Timpani. A conductor score is also available separately.
Can I buy a single instrument part instead of the full set?
Yes. Every individual instrument part is available as a separate PDF download. This is perfect for replacing a misplaced page or adding extra stands for your section without purchasing the complete set.
What grade level is “America, the Beautiful”?
“America, the Beautiful” is rated Grade Grade: 2 (Easy), written for Concert Band.
How many copies of each part come with the full set?
The full set includes the following quantities:
| Part | Copies |
|---|---|
| Conductor Score | 1 |
| Flute | 8 |
| Oboe | 2 |
| Bassoon | 2 |
| 1st B-flat Clarinet | 4 |
| 2nd B-flat Clarinet | 4 |
| B-flat Bass Clarinet | 2 |
| E-flat Alto Saxophone | 5 |
| B-flat Tenor Saxophone | 2 |
| E-flat Baritone Saxophone | 2 |
| 1st B-flat Trumpet | 4 |
| 2nd B-flat Trumpet | 4 |
| 1st F Horn | 4 |
| 1st Trombone | 4 |
| Baritone T.C. | 2 |
| Baritone B.C. | 2 |
| Tuba | 4 |
| Mallets | 2 |
| 1st Percussion | 2 |
| 2nd Percussion | 2 |
| Timpani | 1 |
How are the parts delivered?
Individual parts are available as instant PDF downloads that you can print as many times as you need. The complete set (America, the Beautiful: Concert Band Conductor Score & Parts) includes the conductor score and all parts as PDF downloads.