Details
- Ensembles:
- Concert Band
- Composers:
- Michael Sweeney
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Instrumentation:
- 1 - Baritone T.C. - 2 1 - Bb Bass Clarinet - 2 1 - Bb Clarinet 1 - 6 1 - Bb Clarinet 2 - 6 1 - Bb Tenor Saxophone - 2 1 - Bb Trumpet 1 - 5 1 - Bb Trumpet 2 - 5 1 - Eb Alto Saxophone - 4 1 - Eb Baritone Saxophone - 1 1 - F Horn - 4 1 - Flute - 8 12 - Full Score - 1 1 - Oboe - 2 1 - Percussion 1 - 4 1 - Percussion 2 - 2 1 - Percussion 3 - 2 1 - Trombone/Baritone B.C./Bassoon - 8 1 - Tuba - 4
- UPC:
- 073999244366
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Beginning
- Artist:
- Michael Sweeney
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 80
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.324 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 1.33 pounds
SKU: HL.8724436
Composed by Michael Sweeney. MusicWorks Grade 1. Fanfare. Score and parts. 80 pages. Hal Leonard #8724436. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8724436).UPC: 073999244366. 9.0x12.0x0.324 inches.
This powerful work for beginning players is written entirely in one tempo in the style of an extended fanfare. Appropriate for use at contests or festivals, this will make your band sound great with limited rehearsal time. (Includes full performance CD).
Gates Of Orion
- More by this Composer:
- Michael Sweeney Michael Sweeney B-Flat Clarinet Michael Sweeney Alto Saxophone Michael Sweeney B-Flat Trumpet
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Artists:
- Michael Sweeney
- Ensemble:
- Concert Band
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.5 Rating
4 reviews
Marcus J.
Dec 16, 2025
For concert band engagements, 'Gates of Orion' is a solid choice. As a full score and parts, chord symbols aren't applicable, but the layout is clear. Its promise of making a band sound great with 'limited rehearsal time' is spot on, which is invaluable. Perfect for school concerts or community events needing a powerful, efficient opener.
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
As a collaborative pianist, this concert band score isn't designed for vocal accompaniment. However, 'Gates of Orion' impressively showcases how Michael Sweeney crafts a powerful ensemble texture for a beginning group. Its strong melodic lines and harmonic support, while not for piano, would provide a solid foundation if one were to adapt this fanfare for a robust vocal ensemble.
Sarah M.
Dec 15, 2025
Michael Sweeney's 'Gates of Orion' is fantastic for beginning concert bands (Level 1.5). The fanfare style and single tempo make it excellent for teaching consistent rhythm and ensemble coordination. The engraving quality is clear and easy for students to read, which is crucial. It truly makes a young band sound impressive, even with limited rehearsal time!
Elena R.
Dec 14, 2025
I absolutely love playing Michael Sweeney's 'Gates of Orion' with my community band! It’s such a powerful fanfare, and even at Level 1.5, it makes us sound fantastic. The score and parts are well-presented, making it achievable for a weekend player like me. There’s a real sense of accomplishment playing a piece that feels so grand!
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This score is ideal for Middle School/Junior High Band Directors and beginning ensemble players. The Concert Band instrumentation is perfect for school and community performances, allowing musicians to enjoy a powerful fanfare that sounds great with limited rehearsal time, thanks to its Grade 1 difficulty.
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