Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saens Concert Band - Sheet Music
By Camille Saint-SaensA masterpiece of classical literature, this marvelous work adapts beautifully for concert band in the expert hands of Jay Bocook. The woodwinds and brass share the spotlight on Introduction and Royal March of the Lions. Next, the tubas are featured on The Elephant. Mallet percussion are featured on Fossils, and the entire ensemble gets a workout on the Finale. In addition to providing quality literature for your students, audiences are sure to find this enjoyable. (5:30)
Details
Summary
- Ensembles:
- Concert Band
- Genres:
- Romantic Period
- Composers:
- Camille Saint-Saens
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - Baritone B.C. - 2 2 - Baritone T.C. - 2 2 - Bassoon - 2 3 - Bb Bass Clarinet - 2 3 - Bb Clarinet 1 - 4 2 - Bb Clarinet 2 - 4 2 - Bb Clarinet 3 - 4 3 - Bb Tenor Saxophone - 2 2 - Bb Trumpet 1 - 3 2 - Bb Trumpet 2 - 3 2 - Bb Trumpet 3 - 3 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 - 2 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 - 2 3 - Eb Baritone Saxophone - 1 2 - F Horn 1 - 2 2 - F Horn 2 - 2 2 - Flute 1 - 4 2 - Flute 2 - 4 32 - Full Score - 1 2 - Mallet Percussion - 2 2 - Oboe - 2 1 - Percussion 1 - 2 1 - Percussion 2 - 2 2 - Piccolo - 1 3 - String Bass - 1 1 - Timpani - 1 2 - Trombone 1 - 3 2 - Trombone 2 - 3 3 - Tuba - 4
- UPC:
- 073999937978
- Format:
- Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Grade 4
- Artist:
- Camille Saint-Saens
- Arrangers:
- Jay Bocook
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.795 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 2.78 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.4002363
Composed by Camille Saint-Saens. Arranged by Jay Bocook. MusicWorks Grade 4. Classical, Transcription. Score and parts. Duration 330 seconds. Hal Leonard #4002363. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4002363).UPC: 073999937978. 9.0x12.0x0.795 inches.
A masterpiece of classical literature, this marvelous work adapts beautifully for concert band in the expert hands of Jay Bocook. The woodwinds and brass share the spotlight on Introduction and Royal March of the Lions. Next, the tubas are featured on The Elephant. Mallet percussion are featured on Fossils, and the entire ensemble gets a workout on the Finale. In addition to providing quality literature for your students, audiences are sure to find this enjoyable. (5:30).
Song List
Finale
The Elephant
Royal March Of The Lions
Fossils
Similar Sheet Music & Digital Downloads
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- Camille Saint-Saens Camille Saint-Saens Piano Camille Saint-Saens Piano Accompaniment Camille Saint-Saens Violin
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Artists:
- Camille Saint-Saens Jay Bocook
- Ensemble:
- Concert Band
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.5 Rating
2 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
As a conductor, I find this arrangement to be a very thoughtful and effective transcription for concert band. Jay Bocook's scoring ensures that melodies are well-supported and transitions between featured sections (like woodwinds/brass in 'Royal March of the Lions' or tubas in 'The Elephant') are smooth. It offers excellent opportunities to discuss instrumental balance and blend, fostering a cohesive ensemble sound. A solid choice for Grade 4 programming.
Anonymous
Dec 14, 2025
I absolutely love playing this arrangement of Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals with my community band! Jay Bocook did an amazing job making this classical masterpiece accessible. It's such a joy to play pieces like 'Royal March of the Lions' and 'Finale' that sound so full and true to the original. The Grade 4 difficulty is just right for a rewarding challenge without being frustrating, making it incredibly enjoyable.
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