Eighth Note Publications The Journey of Invention - Marlatt - Concert Band (Flex) - Gr. 1.5

Composer: David Marlatt
Format: Score and Parts
Instrumentation: Concert Band (Flex*)
Level: Grade 1.5

Inventions have changed our lives. Whether it be the wheel, electricity, car, telephone or the microchip, inventions have allowed us to live better, and sometimes longer, lives.

This piece is about the path or journey to these great discoveries. The music is always moving forward-advancing. Even with slight sidetracks or failed experiments, the journey presses on, the journey of discovery.
Duration: 2:30

*Flexible Band Series

• great for incomplete or unbalanced instrumentation
• useful at music camps of for a contest when instrumentation is not standard
• includes parts for all woodwinds, brass, strings and percussion
• can be played by a minimum of five wind/string players
• percussion parts are not required but add a lot to the overall ensemble sound