How NOT to Write for Concert Band

I share my tips on composing for concert band and/or wind ensemble. If you're a beginning composer and you don't know how to get started writing for larger ensembles, these are a few good pointers and tips to writing your first band piece.
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00:00 - Intro
00:56 - Concert Band vs. Wind Ensemble
02:02 - Orchestration and Scoring
06:09 - Engraving and Layout
09:42 - More Resources
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[@theislausten6722]

Try Arranging for the concert band by Frank Erickson, it's full of great examples on how you should arrange for each individual group, and how you should blend woodwind, brass and percussion together

[@alawsonmusic]

Bret Newton's band orchestration book is such a fantastic resource - I actually got to do some editing/review work on the chapter(s) about writing for horn (french horn). Really great stuff. If you're looking for some incredible orchestration technique, nearly everything by David Maslanka is a masterclass in orchestration technique for band. His use of color, in both thick and thin scoring, is absolutely incredible.

[@CarlosLalonde]

I love David Maslanka's writing too. His voice and artistry is so unique, and its a tragedy that he passed.

[@isaaclutterodt3709]

trying to write for my unis concert band this summer, this was helpful thanks

[@MrCrompz]

The hard part about orchestrating is that you write on a computer, and you cant tell how it actually sounds in the orchestra you are writing for. It also differs from orchestra to orchestra because some have more of one part and it doesnt balance how you intended for it to when you just hear each instrument at its dynamic marking on your computer. My main point is that it's hard to get each part to specifically play how loud you want it to be if that makes sense.
Edit: a great way to learn orchestration through free videos is someone called Ryan Leach on TH-cam.

[@brookepierson6536]

Somewhat true. The technology is getting SO much better. NotePerformer, for example, has been fantastic in creating a much more real rendition without having to edit a ton (the recordings really sound a lot closer to the real deal).

[@deniscarranza4143]

1:13 Eyyy, The University of Arkansas “Wind Ensemble”. I’m going there for college, so I feel represented. Also, that distinction made me feel like finally someone else noticed the difference.

[@brettmccutcheon]

Thanks for the tips!

[@CarlosLalonde]

No problem!

[@bjazz68]

Thanks very much.

[@isabell755]

What app do you use when writing pieces?

[@CarlosLalonde]

Dorico Pro 4, I used to be a Sibelius Ultimate user until last year.