December Concert 2017
Monday, December 4, 2017
Jazz Band
Sha Boppin'....George Russel/arr. Halle
This chart opens as a bright medium swing then transitions to a shuffle funk before returning to the opening theme. Soloists are Noelle Schlenk (trombone), Davis Roby (alto sax) and Zack Skaggs (drums).
Jingle Bell Boogie...arr. Bryan Kidd
This screamin' arrangement features a blending of an 8-to-the-bar boogie woogie and Rumba in a classic big band setting. The saxes take the melody with some gritty plunger work in the brass to really give this chart some character. Soloists is Mason Romero (tenor sax).
This chart opens as a bright medium swing then transitions to a shuffle funk before returning to the opening theme. Soloists are Noelle Schlenk (trombone), Davis Roby (alto sax) and Zack Skaggs (drums).
Jingle Bell Boogie...arr. Bryan Kidd
This screamin' arrangement features a blending of an 8-to-the-bar boogie woogie and Rumba in a classic big band setting. The saxes take the melody with some gritty plunger work in the brass to really give this chart some character. Soloists is Mason Romero (tenor sax).
Concert Band
Symphonic Prelude on Adeste Fidelis....Claude T. Smith
This brilliant rhapsodic setting of the traditional holiday hymn begins with a trumpet section feature, progresses to a full brass choir, woodwind choir and finally the complete band.
Three on the Isle...Hugh Stuart
Great Britain's rich heritage of folk music takes on a whole new dimension in three delightful movements, entitled Song From Wolking Castle, Ayre For Betws-y-Coed and A Tune From County Antrim.
The Last Ride of the Pony Express...David Shaffer
From April 1860 to October 1861, the Pony Express was the fastest way to get a message across the Western half of the U.S, and this riveting work rings with the excitement and danger faced by the daring few brave enough to make that ride. Colorful sounds, invigorating rhythms, and characteristic Western effects will stir images of the Old West and these historic rides.
This brilliant rhapsodic setting of the traditional holiday hymn begins with a trumpet section feature, progresses to a full brass choir, woodwind choir and finally the complete band.
Three on the Isle...Hugh Stuart
Great Britain's rich heritage of folk music takes on a whole new dimension in three delightful movements, entitled Song From Wolking Castle, Ayre For Betws-y-Coed and A Tune From County Antrim.
The Last Ride of the Pony Express...David Shaffer
From April 1860 to October 1861, the Pony Express was the fastest way to get a message across the Western half of the U.S, and this riveting work rings with the excitement and danger faced by the daring few brave enough to make that ride. Colorful sounds, invigorating rhythms, and characteristic Western effects will stir images of the Old West and these historic rides.
Symphonic Band
Silvercrest....James Swearingen
This is the first concert march written by one of the most prolific band composers in the last 4 decades. He has over 300 works published for band.
Ancient Carol Variants...Chris Bernotas
This work is based on the well-known melody of one of the most ancient of holiday carols, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. It begins with a fantasy on the main theme before stating the complete melody, and continues with two variations - a lively march and a mixed-meter variation with contemporary harmonies.
This is the first concert march written by one of the most prolific band composers in the last 4 decades. He has over 300 works published for band.
Ancient Carol Variants...Chris Bernotas
This work is based on the well-known melody of one of the most ancient of holiday carols, God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen. It begins with a fantasy on the main theme before stating the complete melody, and continues with two variations - a lively march and a mixed-meter variation with contemporary harmonies.
Wind Ensemble
Bring a Torch....David Shipps
The composer explores variations on the lilting French traditional carol Bring a Torch, Isabella, which originated from the Provence region of France in the 17th century.
Into the Light...Jay Bocook
This one-movement composition is structured in two main sections, one reflective and one soaring and hopeful, depicting the shortened life of a young clarinetist and how she inspired those who knew her.
The composer explores variations on the lilting French traditional carol Bring a Torch, Isabella, which originated from the Provence region of France in the 17th century.
Into the Light...Jay Bocook
This one-movement composition is structured in two main sections, one reflective and one soaring and hopeful, depicting the shortened life of a young clarinetist and how she inspired those who knew her.
