News & Views Tuesday, November 05, 2024

Walkin’ Down Christmas Lane: New Holiday Titles for Community Band Tuesday, November 05, 2024

recommended by Ken Tilger and Austin Swack, Band Education Specialists

Walkin’ Down Christmas Lane arr. JaRod Hall, Grade 3
Experience this merry journey through a spirited soundscape! This captivating medley brilliantly interlaces holiday classics with funk and hip-hop rhythms, soulful gospel, and an emotive ballad. Every note will lift your spirit as you deck the halls with joyful jams!

Jingle Bells arr. Morton Gould/ed. R. Mark Rogers, Grade 4
Morton Gould’s setting of JINGLE BELLS calls to mind the quiet sounds of a horse-drawn sleigh passing through newly fallen snow. Beginning softly, as if the sleigh is approaching the listener from a distance and ending softly as the sleigh disappears in the distance, Gould’s setting will challenge players and delight audiences.

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About the Authors:
A former band director, Ken taught grades 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, outdoor activities (especially hiking), and watching hockey.

Austin Swack joined the Stanton’s team after a decade of teaching band in Texas public schools, where his ensembles were consistently recognized for superior performance. He is equally at home with beginner and advanced students and has extensive experience programming for ensembles at all ability levels. Additionally, he is a versatile arranger as well as an experienced clinician and adjudicator. In his free time, Austin enjoys running, cycling, and cheering on the Blue Jackets!

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