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Celtic Air and Dance
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Score & Parts Concert Band (Score & Parts) - Level 1.5
SKU: HL.4002573
Arranged by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 1. Celtic, Dance, Folk. Score and parts (softcover). 84 pages. Duration 185 seconds. Hal Leonard #4002573. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4002573).UPC: 884088157586. 9.0x12.0x0.352 inches.
Drawing on the rich and varied tradition of Celtic folk songs, this piece opens with the touching and melodious “The Parting Glass.” The flutes and percussion take center stage on the dance-like “Tha Mi Sgith (A Fairy's Love Song)”, then finally the entire band gets into the act for the rousing finish. Dur: 3:05 (Includes full performance CD).
- Celtic Air And Dance
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 9 Reviews
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Marcus J.
December 16, 2025
Thoughtful Arrangement for Band Texture
While a concert band piece, Michael Sweeney's "Celtic Air and Dance" demonstrates a keen understanding of melodic presentation. The "Beginning" level arrangement allows for clear vocal (or lead instrument) lines, with "The Parting Glass" providing a lovely, open texture. The shifts, like flutes and percussion taking the lead in the dance, show good dynamic shaping and support, making the overall musical narrative very effective.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
So Fun to Play - Classic Celtic Vibe!
I absolutely loved playing Michael Sweeney's "Celtic Air and Dance" with my community band! As an adult learner, the "Beginning" difficulty (Level 1.5) was perfectly achievable and so rewarding. It captures that beautiful Celtic folk feel, from the touching "The Parting Glass" to the lively dance sections. It sounds great, is genuinely enjoyable, and offers a fantastic sense of accomplishment for any weekend musician.
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Anonymous
December 15, 2025
Solid, Straightforward Concert Band Set
For concert band engagements, this "Celtic Air and Dance" set by Michael Sweeney is very practical. The "Beginning" level ensures quick learnability, ideal when time is tight. Parts are clearly laid out, and while explicit chord symbols aren't common for band charts, the instrumentation provides a solid harmonic foundation. The 84-page score and parts are well-organized, making rehearsal and performance smooth. A reliable choice for community events.
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Sarah M.
December 15, 2025
Excellent for Beginning Band Programs!
This "Beginning" level concert band arrangement of "Celtic Air and Dance" is fantastic for young ensembles (Level 1.5). The clear engraving from Hal Leonard makes reading easy, and Sweeney's arrangement effectively highlights different sections. It's a great piece for teaching melodic phrasing with "The Parting Glass" and rhythmic precision in the dance section. Highly recommend for school and community bands.
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Anonymous
May 23, 2014
French Horn
I love this song and hearing the band play it was amazing especially the French Horn!
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Flutegrl
January 14, 2014
awesome
this piece was awesome when we played it in band! i play flute, and the flute parts are all awesome! i just think the flute solo parts should be available online...
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Flute G.
March 21, 2012
Love it!
I played this in 6th grade and I loved it! I'm in junior high now and I still have at least half of it memorized--not that I did it on purpose--I just played it so much I couldn't help it!
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A S.
June 12, 2011
i loved it
i also played this piece in my band, im obsessed with it!
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Me
June 11, 2010
awesomeness
i love this piece the flutes rocked and the drums in the second part are amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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