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Hymn to the Fallen (from Saving Private Ryan)
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Concert Band (Score & Parts) - Grade 2
SKU: HL.8724722
Composed by John Williams. Arranged by Michael Sweeney. Discovery Plus Concert Band. General Worship, Hymn, Movies. Score and parts. 80 pages. Hal Leonard #8724722. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8724722).UPC: 073999479638. 9.0x12.0x0.347 inches.
From the highly acclaimed Steven Spielberg film, this emotional hymn by John Williams evokes a feeling of hope and strength amid the overall tone of reverence. This arrangement is beautifully scored for young groups while maintaining the integrety of the original. Exposed sections featuring woodwinds or brass are cross cued for bands with incomplete instrumentation.
- Hymn To The Fallen
Ratings + Reviews
Based on 4 Reviews
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Excellent Choice for Developing Bands!
This Grade 2 arrangement of 'Hymn to the Fallen' is a fantastic teaching tool. Michael Sweeney's scoring for young groups is thoughtful, with clear engraving across all 80 pages. The cross-cued sections are invaluable for bands with incomplete instrumentation, ensuring a full sound. It’s perfect for developing rhythm and expressive playing, bringing a powerful, emotional piece to an accessible level for students.
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Anonymous
December 16, 2025
Inspiring Arrangement for Young Ensembles
Michael Sweeney’s arrangement of 'Hymn to the Fallen' is a gem for Grade 2 concert bands. The scoring effectively evokes the original's hope and reverence, offering rich emotional depth. The judicious cross-cueing is brilliant for achieving a balanced sound even with varied instrumentation. It provides excellent opportunities for teaching phrasing and dynamic control, resulting in a profoundly moving ensemble performance.
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David K.
December 15, 2025
Reliable & Recognizable Concert Piece
Needed a solid arrangement of John Williams' 'Hymn to the Fallen' for a remembrance concert. This Hal Leonard Grade 2 concert band version delivers. The parts are clear and the arrangement maintains the original's integrity, making it instantly recognizable. It's well-balanced, allowing for a strong performance without excessive rehearsal time. A good, practical pick for community bands or freelance gigs.
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Marcus J.
December 15, 2025
Wonderful to Play and Sounds Great!
I absolutely love playing this piece in my community band! 'Hymn to the Fallen' from 'Saving Private Ryan' is such a moving score by John Williams, and this Grade 2 arrangement is totally achievable. It truly captures the emotion and reverence of the original, making it a very rewarding experience. It sounds like the record, which is always a huge plus for a weekend player like me.
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