Grade 2.5 SKU: CL.011-4051-01
Composed by Rob Romeyn. Young Concert Band. Command Series. Audio recording available separately (items CL.WFR374 & CL.WFR387). Extra full score. Composed 2011. Duration 2 minutes, 13 seconds. Published by C.L. Barnhouse (CL.011-4051-01). This dynamic concert opener will make your young band sound mature beyond their years! A powerful and contemporary opening fanfare combined with a flowing melodic theme make a strong and memorable musical statement. Contrasting styles and varied textures make this an outstanding choice for concert and festival use. FORTIUS is also very effective at ceremonial events. Sure to be a favorite for years to come, this is exceptional writing at this level!
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.
