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Concert Band (Score & Parts) - Grade 2
SKU: HL.4001610
MusicWorks Grade 2. Composed by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 2. Concert, Contest, Festival, Overture. Score and parts. 82 pages. Hal Leonard #4001610. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4001610).UPC: 073999016109. 9.0x12.0x0.338 inches.
This striking overture has established itself as a staple in many band programs across the country and appear on many state lists as well. Bold and exciting, this composition provides a wealth of variety and teaching material in an attractive setting that students love to play.
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Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Thoughtful Voicing and Texture for Ensemble Development
Conducting Michael Sweeney's Black Forest Overture reveals its excellent ensemble texture. The Grade 2 scoring allows for clear melodic lines and supportive harmonies across all sections, promoting good balance and blend. It's truly a 'teacher-friendly' piece that highlights different instrumental voices effectively. While a standard overture, it provides ample opportunity to develop dynamic contrast and articulation within the band. A valuable addition to any library.
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Marcus P.
December 15, 2025
Solid, Reliable Grade 2 Overture
For a Grade 2 concert band piece, Sweeney's Black Forest Overture is a practical choice. The parts are clearly engraved and the standard instrumentation ensures easy integration into any ensemble. Page turns are well-considered, which is crucial for smooth performances. It's a reliable, engaging piece that fills a program nicely without being overly demanding. A strong staple for school or community groups looking for dependable repertoire.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Excellent Teaching Repertoire for Young Bands
Michael Sweeney's Black Forest Overture is a fantastic Grade 2 piece for developing concert bands. The scoring is clear and balanced, making it ideal for teaching essential rhythm and ensemble reading skills. My students love the exciting themes, and the well-organized parts make rehearsals efficient. Hal Leonard's MusicWorks series consistently delivers great engraving quality, and this score is no exception. Highly recommended for festival or concert programming.
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Laura T.
December 15, 2025
Fun and Engaging for Community Bands!
As an adult clarinet player in a community band, I really enjoyed playing Michael Sweeney's Black Forest Overture. The Grade 2 difficulty level made it challenging enough to be interesting but still very achievable for our weekend rehearsals. It's a bold and exciting piece that feels great to perform, and the arrangement by Sweeney is just plain fun. Definitely a favorite for enjoyable ensemble playing.
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