Easy To Be Hard by Galt Macdermot Concert Band - Digital Sheet Music

SKU: A0.1144236

This wind band arrangement of Easy to Be Hard from the legendary musical Hair brings the song’s soulful intensity into a rich and expressive symphonic band setting. The arrangement highlights the emotional depth of the original, allowing the melody to unfold with both sensitivity and strength.

The orchestration is built on a carefully balanced texture that supports the lyrical line while gradually expanding into fuller ensemble passages. This dynamic shaping gives the piece a natural sense of progression, maintaining interest and expressive momentum throughout.

The optional vocal part adds versatility to the performance, making the arrangement equally effective as a vocal feature or as a purely instrumental work. Subtle harmonic coloring and refined scoring enhance the overall character without overshadowing the clarity of the main theme.

An excellent choice for concert programs, this arrangement offers a powerful yet accessible emotional statement, providing contrast and depth within a varied repertoire.

Instrumentation:

Full Score (A4 Portrait), Parts (A4 Portrait): Flute 1., 2., English Horn, Bassoon, Clarinet in Bb 1., 2., 3., Bass Clarinet in Bb, Alto Saxophone 1., 2., Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Trumpet in Bb 1., 2., 3., Horn in F, Trombone 1., 2., 3., Euphonium, Tuba, Bass Guitar, Drum Set

Optional Parts:

Voice, Horn in Eb, Trombone in Bb 1., 2., 3. (T.C.), Euphonium in Bb (T.C.), Tuba in Eb (T.C.), Tuba in Bb (T.C.)

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