Hal Leonard Essential Elements Broadway Favorites
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Essential Information About This Score
Essential Information About This Score
- A collection designed for first steps in concert band: ideal for starting out in a wind orchestra with accessible and rewarding pieces.
- "Screen Music" repertoire: a selection focused on TV, film, and musical theater, perfect for motivating musicians from the very first rehearsals.
- CD included to support practice: audio tracks to help prepare the pieces, work on timing, and strengthen ensemble listening.
- Michael Sweeney's educational signature: clear, effective arrangement writing, suited for beginner levels (1 to 1.5).
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Summary of This Score
This collection with CD is part of the "Essential Elements Band Folios" spirit: offering beginner ensembles a repertoire that immediately resonates and sounds good quickly in rehearsal. The focus on TV, film, and musical theater makes it an excellent resource for music school concerts, auditions, and first performances, with familiar themes and atmospheres that capture the audience's attention.
Designed for concert band instrumentation, the arrangement emphasizes musical clarity: clearly identifiable melodic lines, structured accompaniments, and overall balance crafted to facilitate listening between sections. The level 1 to 1.5 allows working on rhythm, intonation, and cohesion without overloading technique, while developing essential skills (attacks, dynamics, articulation, phrasing).
The included CD adds real value for autonomy: it helps each musician internalize the pieces outside of rehearsal, stabilize tempo, and better understand the overall sound. A relevant choice for conductors and teachers seeking a progressive, motivating, and effective concert band score that supports group sound from the earliest levels.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Musical, Film | ||
| Arranger | Michael Sweeney | Difficulty | 1-1.5 |
| Instrumentation | Concert Band | Pages | 84 |
| Collection | Essential Elements Band Folios | Year of Publication | 1999 |
| Genre | TV, Film, Musical Theater | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What skill level is required to play Broadway Favorites?
The indicated difficulty level is between 1 and 1.5, suitable for beginner ensembles. The arrangements allow working on rhythm, intonation, and cohesion without excessive technical demands.
Does the book include an accompaniment CD?
A CD is included with this 84-page collection. It helps prepare pieces outside of rehearsal and maintain a steady tempo.
What ensemble is this music arranged for?
The instrumentation is intended for concert band. The writing features clear melodic lines and structured accompaniments to facilitate listening between sections.
What styles are featured in Hal Leonard Essential Elements Broadway Favorites?
The repertoire is focused on TV, film, and musical theater. The pieces are designed for school concerts, auditions, and first performances.
Who arranged this collection?
The arrangements are by Michael Sweeney, part of the Essential Elements Band Folios series.
