Details
- Ensembles:
- Concert Band
- Genres:
- Holiday
- Composers:
- Michael Oare
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - Baritone B.C. - 2 2 - Baritone T.C. - 2 2 - Bassoon - 2 2 - Bb Bass Clarinet - 2 4 - Bb Clarinet 1 - 2 4 - Bb Clarinet 2 - 2 4 - Bb Clarinet 3 - 2 2 - Bb Tenor Saxophone - 2 3 - Bb Trumpet 1 - 2 3 - Bb Trumpet 2 - 2 3 - Bb Trumpet 3 - 2 1 - Conductor Score (Full Score) - 28 1 - Eb Alto Clarinet - 2 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 1 - 2 2 - Eb Alto Saxophone 2 - 2 1 - Eb Baritone Saxophone - 2 2 - F Horn 1 - 2 2 - F Horn 2 - 2 8 - Flute - 2 2 - Mallet Percussion - 2 2 - Oboe - 2 2 - Percussion 1 - 2 2 - Percussion 2 - 2 1 - Piccolo - 2 1 - string Bass - 2 1 - Timpani - 2 3 - Trombone 1 - 2 3 - Trombone 2 - 2 4 - Tuba - 2
- UPC:
- 196288331810
- Item types:
- Physical
- Level:
- Grade 3
- Artist:
- Michael Oare
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Number of Pages:
- 148
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.487 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 2.53 pounds
SKU: HL.4009368
Composed by Michael Oare. MusicWorks Grade 3. Concert, Holiday. Softcover. 148 pages. Duration 235 seconds. Hal Leonard #4009368. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.4009368).UPC: 196288331810. 9.0x12.0x0.487 inches.
The peace and tranquility of a soft falling snow and the thrill of sledding down the hill all wrapped up into one great work. Lots of dramatic and impact moments along with high energy rhythms. Perfect for holiday, winter and spring programs.
- More by this Composer:
- Michael Oare Michael Oare B-Flat Clarinet Michael Oare Alto Saxophone Michael Oare B-Flat Trumpet
- Series:
- MusicWorks
- Artists:
- Michael Oare
- Ensemble:
- Concert Band
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.5 Rating
2 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
While not a vocal piece, Oare's Snowdrifts offers superb ensemble texture for a Grade 3 concert band. The scoring allows for distinct instrumental voices and thoughtful interplay, perfect for teaching balance and blend. The composition beautifully contrasts tranquil sections with impactful, high-energy rhythms, providing excellent interpretative scope for conductors. It’s a compelling work that supports strong ensemble development and diverse programming for winter programs.
Anonymous
Dec 16, 2025
Snowdrifts by Michael Oare is a fantastic Grade 3 piece, perfect for school and community bands. Hal Leonard's MusicWorks series consistently delivers clear engraving, making it easy for students to read and follow their parts. The blend of dramatic moments and high-energy rhythms provides excellent teaching opportunities for dynamics, articulation, and ensemble precision. A highly recommended choice for developing rhythmic understanding in your band.
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