NEW Concert March Arrangements Friday, April 02, 2021
recommended by Ken T., Band Education Specialist
Bandology by Eric Osterling/arr. Justin Tokke, Grade 3
Using rich, full dance band chords and interesting rhythms, this standard of school and community bands for over 50 years, has been re-edited and corrected with the modern concert band in mind. A stop-time section for brass and percussion and a pleasingly lyrical trio have made this light concert march a perennial audience and performer favorite. This new edition will be a valuable addition to any band’s library.
The Caravan Club by Karl L. King/arr. Andrew Glover, Grade 4
The great Karl King wrote many wonderful marches and “The Caravan Club” is one of his most interesting and unusual works. Heavy and ponderous at times, light and frisky at others, this march was used often in the circus to accompany tiger acts. An ominous introduction leads to a lumbering first strain, followed by a delightful contrasting, almost ragtime-like second strain. The trio features a wonderful melody with euphonium countermelody, in the style made so famous by King. The weighty breakstrain returns to a minor key feel, and then concludes with an embellished version of the trio. One of the march “King’s” very best! Immense!
Hail to the 514th March by Gary Garner, Grade 4
“Hail to the 514th” is a lively march in a traditional style by West Texas A&M University Professor Emeritus and master band composer Gary Garner. The work is a salute to the 514th Air Force Band and was premiered at Reese AFB in Lubbock, Texas.
NEW in the John Philip Sousa Legacy Series
Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company March by John Philip Sousa/arr. Keith Brion, Grade 3.5
This rousing Sousa march from the March King’s late career is available for the first time in an authentic concert-sized edition, meticulously edited by Sousa expert Keith Brion. Complete with extensive performance information, full score, and modern instrumentation, this march gem features a stirring treatment of “Auld Lang Syne” in the trio. Perfect for any performance situation, and ideally suited for adult community bands, this march will live on for generations to come. Exceptional!
The Black Horse Troop by John Philip Sousa/arr. Keith Brion, Grade 3.5
John Philip Sousa’s love of horses is reflected in this delightful march composition, “The Black Horse Troop.” Composed in 1924 for Troop A of the Cleveland National Guard, this wonderful march has a character and swagger unlike any other. The 6/8 meter and Sousa’s melodic genius create an astonishing musical image of a horseback unit on the move. One of the March King’s most beloved and most frequently requested marches. Outstanding!
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About the Author:
A former band director, Ken taught grade 5-12 band and music appreciation in both public and parochial schools in central Ohio, and has been at Stanton’s since 2004. His iPod ranges from jazz and funk to classic and alternative rock, and symphonies. His interests include reading, history, traditional amusement parks, the Muppets, and hockey (especially the Penguins).