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First published in 1989; remains a staple for festival and contest performances.
Program Notes: Robert W. Smith (1958–2023) Composition Date: 1989 Duration: Approximately 5:00 Difficulty: Grade 3 (Intermediate) About the Composer Robert W. Smith encanto robert w smith program notes
With in print, primarily through Warner Bros. Publications and the Belwin catalog, Smith was one of the most prolific composers of his generation. His music speaks to audiences in any concert setting, performed by everyone from the United States Navy Band and Atlanta Symphony to middle school bands across the globe. In addition to his compositional work, Smith was deeply committed to music education, serving on the faculty of Troy University and as Vice-President of Product Development for the C. L. Barnhouse Company.
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The Spanish word Encanto translates to “spell,” “charm,” or “magic.” But in the context of this piece, it refers to a place of profound beauty—a “magical” or “bewitching” space where reality feels suspended. Smith wasn’t writing about a specific plot; he was writing about a feeling of wonder.