Milton, The Melting Snowman

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4270-01

Composed by Orcino. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR383). Extra full score. Composed 2014. Duration 2 minutes, 17 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4270-01. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4270-01).

Who doesn't like a sunny day in the midst of winter? Who is that statuesque figure all decked out in his winter finery? Who stands proud, guarding the family home? Why it's Milton the Melting Snowman! But alas, as the day progresses and temps rise a transformation begins. Listen, as the music evokes Milton's dismay, I'm melting! The musical adventure pays tribute to this gallant guardian, soon to be a fond memory until next year. Set your mind free wander with this whimsical winter musical offering as the band pays tribute to this pillar of packed snow.

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.

Concert band - Grade 2

SKU: CL.011-4270-00

Composed by Orcino. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (item CL.WFR383). Score and set of parts. Composed 2014. Duration 2 minutes, 17 seconds. C.L. Barnhouse #011-4270-00. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4270-00).

Who doesn't like a sunny day in the midst of winter? Who is that statuesque figure all decked out in his winter finery? Who stands proud, guarding the family home? Why it's Milton the Melting Snowman! But alas, as the day progresses and temps rise a transformation begins. Listen, as the music evokes Milton's dismay, I'm melting! The musical adventure pays tribute to this gallant guardian, soon to be a fond memory until next year. Set your mind free wander with this whimsical winter musical offering as the band pays tribute to this pillar of packed snow.

About C.L. Barnhouse Command Series

The Barnhouse Command Series includes works at grade levels 2, 2.5, and 3. This series is designed for middle school and junior high school bands, as well as high school bands of smaller instrumentation or limited experience. Command Series publications have a slightly larger instrumentation than the Rising Band Series, and are typically of larger scope, duration, and musical content.