Details
- Ensembles:
- Concert Band
- Genres:
- Broadway 20th Century Americana Movies
- Composers:
- Leonard Bernstein
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- Instrumentation:
- 2 - 1St & 2Nd Bb Trumpet - 2 3 - 1St & 2Nd F Horn - 1 4 - 1St Bassoon - 1 4 - 1St Bb Clarinet - 4 3 - 1St Bb Cornet 1 - 3 3 - 1St Eb Alto Saxophone - 1 3 - 1St Trombone - 1 4 - 2Nd Bassoon - 1 4 - 2Nd Bb Clarinet - 4 3 - 2Nd Bb Cornet 2 - 2 3 - 2Nd Eb Alto Saxophone - 1 3 - 2Nd Trombone - 1 3 - 3Rd & 4Th F Horn - 1 4 - 3Rd Bb Clarinet - 4 3 - 3Rd Trombone (Bass) - 1 4 - Baritone B.C. - 1 4 - Baritone T.C. - 1 4 - Basses - 4 4 - Bb Bass Clarinet - 1 3 - Bb Tenor Saxophone - 1 16 - Conductor - 1 4 - Eb Alto Clarinet - 1 3 - Eb Baritone Sax - 1 3 - Eb Clarinet - 1 3 - Flute - 3 3 - Oboe - 1 4 - Percussion - 3 4 - Solo Bb Clarinet - 2
- UPC:
- 073999075557
- Format:
- Score Set of Parts Score and Parts
- Item types:
- Physical
- Artist:
- Leonard Bernstein
- Usages:
- School and Community
- Size:
- 9.0x12.0x0.494 inches
- Shipping Weight:
- 1.86 pounds
SKU: HL.450064
Composed by Leonard Bernstein. Arranged by W.J. Duthoit. Band. American, Broadway, Medley, Movies. Hal Leonard #M051658114. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.450064).UPC: 073999075557. 9.0x12.0x0.494 inches.
- More by this Composer:
- Leonard Bernstein Leonard Bernstein Choir Leonard Bernstein Piano Accompaniment Leonard Bernstein Voice
- Artists:
- Leonard Bernstein
- Ensemble:
- Concert Band
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4.8 Rating
4 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 17, 2025
This West Side Story selection is a fantastic addition to our school's concert band repertoire. Graded 4-5, it offers an appropriate challenge for advanced high school or strong middle school bands. The arrangement clearly outlines Bernstein's iconic themes, making it excellent for teaching musical phrasing and ensemble dynamics. The score and parts from Hal Leonard are well-presented, aiding in efficient rehearsals and clear reading for students.
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
For a concert band performance, this West Side Story medley is a solid choice. The Grade 4-5 arrangement by W.J. Duthoit captures the essence of Bernstein's work, making it instantly recognizable for audiences. The included score and parts are clearly printed, which is essential for quick rehearsal prep and execution. It's a dependable piece for community or school band events requiring a high-quality, engaging Broadway selection.
Marcus J.
Dec 15, 2025
Playing these West Side Story selections with my community concert band is incredibly rewarding. The Grade 4-5 difficulty level is just right – challenging enough to keep it interesting but entirely achievable for a committed hobbyist. It truly feels like we're bringing the magic of Leonard Bernstein's original score to life. This Hal Leonard arrangement is a joy to rehearse and perform, making our concerts feel epic!
Eleanor R.
Dec 14, 2025
While designed for concert band, this arrangement of West Side Story showcases masterful orchestration by W.J. Duthoit. The Grade 4-5 scoring effectively distributes Bernstein's rich harmonic and melodic lines across the ensemble, ensuring excellent balance and texture. It's not a piano score, but the way different sections support and carry the main themes is exemplary, demonstrating superb ensemble voice-leading for a powerful performance.
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This score is ideal for School or Community Concert Bands and their conductors. Graded at a Level 4-5, this selection from 'West Side Story' offers a rewarding challenge. It includes both the score and individual parts, making it convenient for ensemble preparation and performance.
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