Alex and the Phantom Band David Maslanka

Score + Set of Parts
979-0-3022-0006-2
Wind Ensemble, Large Group
A Young Listener's Introduction to Wind, Brass, and Percussion Instruments
Based on the story "The Thirteenth Hour" by Kathryn Maslanka
for Symphonic Band or Wind Ensemble and Narrator

Alex, in search of a flute to give his father for a birthday present, is swept off into a musical dream world where he finds a shabby old theater, the home of His Majesty's Royal Band. Alex climbs to the conductor's podium and sees the glittering instruments spread before him living instruments, but no players! He picks up the baton and points. Each instrument and section responds with its characteristic sounds. Overwhelmed, Alex faints awayto come awake in his own bed, and in his pajama pocket an ancient mahogany flute for his father's birthday. Alex is an engaging and satisfying musical adventure for the young of all ages.

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It's a great piece from both perspectives - educational and musical.

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Find program notes and more information at davidmaslanka.com.
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