Gallant March by Michael Sweeney Concert Band - Sheet Music
By Michael SweeneyExplorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11) Here is a terrific sounding easy march that is sure to build confidence in your young players. With interesting parts for all sections, this is music for beginning bands at its best. A perfect opener for that all important first concert!
Details
Summary
- Ensembles:
- Concert Band
- Genres:
- March
- Composers:
- Michael Sweeney
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Instrumentation:
- 1 - Baritone T.C. - 2 1 - Bb Bass Clarinet - 2 1 - Bb Clarinet - 12 1 - Bb Tenor Saxophone - 2 1 - Bb Trumpet - 10 1 - Eb Alto Clarinet - 1 1 - Eb Alto Saxophone - 4 1 - Eb Baritone Saxophone - 1 1 - F Horn - 4 1 - Flute - 8 8 - Full Score - 1 1 - Keyboard Percussion - 2 1 - Oboe - 2 1 - Percussion 1 - 4 1 - Percussion 2 - 2 1 - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon - 8 1 - Tuba - 4
- UPC:
- 073999605402
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Beginning
- Musical forms:
- March
- Artist:
- Michael Sweeney
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.344 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 76
- Shipping Weight:
- 1.4 pounds
Detailed Description
SKU: HL.860540
Composed by Michael Sweeney. Essential Elements Explorer Level. Concert, March. Score and parts (with online audio). 76 pages. Hal Leonard #860540. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.860540).UPC: 073999605402. 9.0x12.0x0.344 inches.
Explorer Level (correlates with Book 1, p. 11) Here is a terrific sounding easy march that is sure to build confidence in your young players. With interesting parts for all sections, this is music for beginning bands at its best. A perfect opener for that all important first concert!
About Hal Leonard Essential Elements Band Method
About Essential Elements Band Method: Essential Elements Band Method provides a complete system of books and accompanying materials that make the educator's job easier, and the students' learning more thorough and enjoyable. By Tom C. Rhodes, Donald Bierschenk, Tim Lautzenheiser, John Higgens, Linda Petersen.
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- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4 Rating
6 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 17, 2025
While primarily focused on vocal literature and piano accompaniment, I appreciate well-crafted instrumental scores. For a 'Beginning' concert band piece like 'Gallant March', the clear full score is invaluable. It helps a conductor understand how each instrumental line contributes to the overall texture and 'voice-leading' of the ensemble, fostering true collaboration among parts, even without a singer.
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
Michael Sweeney's Gallant March is an absolute gem for beginning band students. The 'Explorer Level' difficulty is spot on for building confidence and developing fundamental rhythm and reading skills. The clear notation typical of Hal Leonard ensures easy readability, and with interesting parts for all sections, it keeps every student engaged. A fantastic choice for that crucial first concert!
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
For a band director putting together a program, this 'Beginning' concert march is incredibly practical. Sweeney delivers a 'terrific sounding easy march' that's perfect for young ensembles. While it's a full score/parts piece and not typically chord-driven for improv, it's a reliable opener that gives every section something meaningful to play. Efficient and effective for school performances.
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
As an adult learner in a community band, I'm always looking for pieces that are enjoyable and not overwhelmingly difficult. 'Gallant March' by Michael Sweeney perfectly fits the bill! It's a spirited, 'Beginning' level march that sounds really great. Playing this with my community band is a blast and helps build confidence without the stress. Highly recommend for a fun weekend play!
Anonymous
Feb 4, 2020
0 this was terrible needs to be cheaper my child failed cause of you
Anonymous
Feb 27, 2014
Great music
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