Ride of the Raccoon [wind band] - PDF SCORE

RIDE OF THE RACCOON
for wind band
(2023, rev. 2024)

E.K.R. Hammell

Commissioned by the Ontario Band Association and the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra for the inaugural Toronto Elementary Honour Band.

VIEW PERUSAL SCORE

LISTEN TO AUDIO

difficulty / grade:
easy-medium / grade 2.0-2.5 / B200

duration:
3 mins

Conductor’s Scores for large ensemble works (wind band, orchestra, etc.) published by E.K.R. HAMMELL MUSIC are optimized for 11x14 printing (which optionally scales down to 9x12 and 8.5x11 if desired).

IDEAL SCORE PREPARATION:

-Fit all pages to 11”x14” 

-double-sided

-Interior pages: B&W on 70lb opaque/matte paper

-No page additions needed

-Coil-bound OR saddle-stitch spine (cheaper, and scores are pre-formatted in page quantities of multiples of 4 to allow this)

-Covers (OPTIONAL) : colour on white card stock (Collector Covers can be found as separate 2-page PDF attachments sent with your initial order)

HOME/OFFICE SCORE PREPARATION:

If 11x14 printing size is not available to the purchaser, this sizing scales down fairly well to either 9x12 (a common concert band score size) or 8.5x11 (standard US Letter). This can be accomplished by selecting “Fit Pages” or “Fit to Printable Area” in your computer’s printing specifications window. 

NOTE: Scaling down to 8.5x11 is not recommended for large ensemble scores (due to legibility concerns), but if it is your only option, it will work! In any case, make sure to select “Fit Pages” or “Fit to Printable Area” before printing the booklet.

NOTE - Collector Covers (colour) are sent in separate PDFs and may be added to (/merged with) any B&W print score optionally.

Parts published by E.K.R. HAMMELL MUSIC are optimized for 8.5x11 (standard US Letter size) printing. Every attempt is made to create manageable page turns at the end of every part page, with the goal of being equally suited for a variety of different reading scenarios (single-sided printing, double-sided printing, or tablet).

Ride of the Raccoon is a programmatic piece depicting a scenario that may be quite familiar to Torontonians in recent years.

The piece is structured in 3 main sections. In the first section: exposed, meandering lines and staccato pitter-patter motif illustrate the cautious curiosity of a singular raccoon making its way down into a TTC subway station. Locals may recognize three distinct chimes commonly heard on the TTC that have been woven into the music. This is includes the “door-closing” chime (m.22), which signals a transition and acceleration into the faster second section. After the initial chaos of the acceleration, the raccoon realizes it has become stuck on the moving train and embraces the adventure… but this only lasts for a brief period of time. The "door-opening" chime (m.67) then leads into the final section, returning to the the mischievous, cautious musical ideas of the beginning. After the "announcement" chime (m.79-82), the raccoon manages to scamper to safety.

-PDF Conductor's Score

-Available in electronic/PDF format. Print materials available upon special request via our contact form. 

-ADDITIONAL SCORES (BAND/ORCHESTRA): A purchase of one (1) Full Set will grant the user printing/copying permissions for one (1) score. To acquire printing/copying permissions (and therefore print Additional Scores) at a 50% discount, please use the custom discount code provided to you when you receive your initial order. 

-PARTS: The purchaser is granted copying/distribution permissions for as many copies as needed for performances purposes, for a single ensemble/organization. 

-PDF(s) with printing/copying permissions will be sent within 3 business days to the email address you provide at checkout.

Part	qty provided in Full Set
Flute 1	2
Flute 2	2
Oboe	1
Bassoon	1
Clarinet in Bb 1	3
Clarinet in Bb 2	3
Bass Clarinet in Bb	2
Alto Sax in Eb	3
Tenor Sax in Bb	2
Baritone Sax in Eb	2
Trumpet in Bb 1	2
Trumpet in Bb 2	2
Horn in F	2
Trombone	2
Euphonium (B.C.)	2
Euphonium (T.C.)	2
Tuba	2
Basses (Tuba written 8va)	1
Piano (opt./supporting)	1
Percussionist* 1	1
Percussionist* 2	1
Percussionist* 3	1
Percussionist(s)* 4&5	2

Percussion instruments required: Timpani (x2) - Triangle - Xylophone - Glockenspiel - Tambourine/Shaker - Tubular Bells - Snare Drum - Ride Cymbal - Bass Drum - Suspended Cymbal

*Percussion Parts planned to be playable by individual percussionists, but ideally assisted by additional players. Perc4&5 is condensed to one part/staff in order to be playable on a drum kit, if necessary.