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Elementary Concert Program

This document provides information about pieces that will be performed by the 5th grade orchestra and band at an upcoming spring concert. It includes the title, composer, and brief details about 10 pieces. The compositions cover a variety of styles and were written by American composers such as Brian Balmages, Timothy Loest, and Kelly Dugger. The pieces depict scenes from nature, folk tales, and mythology. Students will perform melodies, rhythms, and unique instrumental techniques to bring the music to life.

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Elementary Concert Program

This document provides information about pieces that will be performed by the 5th grade orchestra and band at an upcoming spring concert. It includes the title, composer, and brief details about 10 pieces. The compositions cover a variety of styles and were written by American composers such as Brian Balmages, Timothy Loest, and Kelly Dugger. The pieces depict scenes from nature, folk tales, and mythology. Students will perform melodies, rhythms, and unique instrumental techniques to bring the music to life.

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5th Grade Orchestra 5th Grade Band

Appalachian Hymn (2005)…………………….…Soon Hee Newbold Creatures in the Attic (2010)………………………..Brian Balmages
Soon Hee Newbold (b. 1974) is an American composer, famously known for her begin- Brian Balmages (b. 1975) is an American composer of band and orchestra. He was
ning string music. She grew up in Fredrick, Maryland and attended JMU where she born in Baltimore and currently composes, while also residing as faculty at Towson
won various awards. She now lives in Southern California as a working composer. Thus University.This piece depicts something secret and mysterious hiding in the shadows
piece uses folk tunes to depict the beautiful scenery of the Appalachian region, which with a catchy and spooky melody. Be sure to listen for a section where students get to
inspired Newbold to write this piece. Allow us to transport you to the beautiful moun- pick whichever note they want to play to create a spooky effect.
tains as you listen to the lyrical, soaring melody. See if you can hear the varying articu-
lation styles in the orchestra.

Chesapeake Serenade……………………..………….Brian Balmages


The Abandoned Funhouse (2016)……………………Brian Balmages Brian Balmages (b. 1975) is an American composer of band and orchestra. He was
born in Baltimore and currently composes, while also residing as faculty at Towson
Brian Balmages (b. 1975) is an American composer of band and orchestra. He was
University. This piece depicts the nature and beauty of the Chesapeake Bay and sur-
born in Baltimore and currently composes, while also residing as faculty at Towson
rounding regions, of which Balmages has grown up around.. Listen for the slow chords
University. The Abandoned Funhouse is an eerie piece meant to haunt the audience.
and lyrical melodies throughout the piece.
Balmages was inspired to make this piece sound like a film score, yet is highly playable
for any orchestra. Listen for the celeste part played on piano that creates an atmospher-
ic setting.
Cowboy Cattle Drive (2008)…………………………..Timothy Loest

Dragon Slayer (2004)…………………………………………Rob Grice


Timothy Loest (b. 1963) is a composer and middle school band director currently resid-
Rob Grice (b. 1964) is a composer, educator, and conductor located in Alabama. He ing in Illinois. Loest wrote this piece as an ode to the Wild West, and the adventurous
currently serves as a guest clinician and conductor. This piece portrays the lore of the and daring life of cowboys. You will enjoy hearing this catchy melody and fun percus-
dragon as seen in many European and Asian cultures. This piece is a fast and aggres- sion parts. See if you can hear the stomping of cattle in the rhythms we are playing.
sive piece, and you will notice how each section of the orchestra is featured through call
-and-response.

Chicken in the Kitchen (2001)……………….……………Keith Sharp Monsters, Unite! (2019)…………………………………..Kelly Dugger


Keith Sharpe (b. 1962) is an Australian composer and string educator and currently
teaches strings in Brisbane. This piece explores the chaos that would ensue if chickens Kelly Dugger (b. 1984) is a music educator and composer based out of Las Vegas. She
broke loose in your kitchen. You will enjoy hearing some of our students play the role of also produces music for media and television. Mosters, Unite! Is a new piece with a
“chicken” as they bok at the beginning of the piece, and the catchy melody that repeats spooky sound. “Monsters all around the world are waking up to a call to unite. They
throughout the piece. walk and fly to find each other, marching as one. Just when you think they've marched
off into the distance, they come together to surprise the audience.”. Be sure to listen to
all of the fun percussion instruments we use!
Elementary School Band and Orchestra
Spring Concert
Special Thanks to the faculty and administration of Tuesday, May 24th 2022
Elementary School, and to the family and friends of these 6:00 p.m.
young musicians. Your continued
support of the performing arts fosters learning, and
growth of
caring and thoughtful individuals.
Anna Fuhrman, Director

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