Providence High School Percussion Ensemble Nicholas DeTullio Ken Gerrish Cody Hudgins Shivam Jariwala Turner Johnstone Olivia Lane David Scola Chris Song Dylan Taylor PHS Wind Ensemble Mallet Ensemble Ken Gerrish Connor Hall Olivia Lane Spencer Merrill Sam Miano Dauud Qureshi David Scola Composer Quotes “To achieve great things, two things are needed – a plan, and not quite enough time.” Leonard Bernstein “There was no one near to confuse me, so I was forced to become original.” Joseph Haydn “The musician is perhaps the most modest of animals, but he is also the proudest.” Erik Satie “A creative artist works on his next composition because he was not satisfied with his previous one.” Dmitri Shostakovich “I can’t understand why people are frightened of the new ideas. I am frightened of the old ones.” John Cage “Music is the social act of communication among people, a gesture of friendship, the strongest there is.” Malcolm Arnold “Music begins where the possibilities of language end.” Jean Sibelius “Every great inspiration is but an experiment.” Charles Ives From the Podium I could not be more pleased with the successes our program has found this fall. The Pride of Providence continues to grow in both numbers and quality with its production, “In Search of the Silver Lining.” During the season, the Wind Ensemble performed a joint concert with the Carolina’s Wind Orchestra, to rave review. As we completed the marching season, we introduced a new event for the Providence HS Bands – the Chamber Music Informance. Held in the band room and chorus rooms, this event provided a bit less formal environment for our students to perform in smaller group settings. This also allowed our parents to see their student perform in a smaller environment. I have to say a brief thank you to our parents for all of the work that you do. Without your assistance, we could not provide so many of these musical opportunities to our students. I also wanted to say thank you to everyone who has wished Caren and I congratulations on the birth of our daughter, Carrington, back in September. It has been an interesting fall, but an exciting one nonetheless. As you take a brief break from your busy schedules, I encourage you to sit back and enjoy the efforts of your students. They have all worked very hard in preparation for this performance. Providence High School Bands A Winter Concert Part 1 Providence High School Auditorium Thursday, December 4, 2014 6:30pm Happy Holidays. Joshua K. Potter Upcoming Providence HS Bands Events December 16 January 10 January 23-24 January 24 February 7 February 14 February 21 March 7 March 14 March 17 March 20-22 March 23-26 March 28 A Winter Concert-Part 2 (Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble) All-District Auditions at South Point HS All-District Clinic at Lenoir-Rhyne University Winter Guards at Northwestern HS (Rock Hill, SC) Winter Guards at Concord HS Winter Guards at Rock Hill HS (Rock Hill, SC) Winter Guard-Black at WGI Charlotte Regional All-State Band Auditions Winter Guards at Ardrey Kell HS Pre-MPA Concert (Concert Band, Symph Band, Wind Ens) Winter Guard-Black at WGI Southeast Champs (Orlando, Fl) Band Music Performance Adjudication (CB, SB, WE) Winter Guards at CWEA Championships (Winthrop U.) Get Information on All Band Activities www.providencebands.com Mr. Joshua K Potter Director of Bands Mr. Will Keith Director of Percussion Providence High School Symphonic Band Symphonic Band Program Notes Karl L. King (1891-1971) was a quiet, warm and gracious man; a truly great man in the evolution of American bands, loved by all who met him. He lived the boyhood dream of running away with the circus. There he became a virtuoso baritone player and had his first composition published by age 17. He became a famous circus bandmaster and, later, conductor of the renowned Fort Dodge, Iowa Municipal Band for many years. Torch of Liberty is a great tool for teaching American march style. It is a part of the Barnhouse Heritage of the March series. “Slane” is an old Irish folk tune associated with the ballad “With My Love Come on the Road” in Patrick W. Joyce’s Old Irish Folk Music and Songs (1909). It became a hymn tune when it was arranged by David Evans and set to the Irish hymn “Be Thou My Vision” published in the Churchy Hymnary (1927). “Slane” is named for a hill in County Meath, Ireland. This setting for band by Elliot Del Borgo (b. 1938) is creatively written and fll of surprises. It is dedicated to David Whitesides, a musician, a volunteer, but above all, a friend of the North Carolina South Central District Bandmasters Association and other band programs around the nation. Bashana Haba’ah is a beloved contemporary Jewish song, which translates as 'Next Year'. The melody is simple and elegant and Lloyd Conley's arrangement depicts the feeling of hope that comes from the inspirational lyrics. About his work Czech composer Vaclav Nelhybel (1919-1996) states, “Festivo is an overture-type composition in which the woodwinds and the brasses are constantly confronting each other like two antagonists in a dramatic scene.” The resulting percussive concept of wind performance, which is prevalent in twentiethcentury music provides a striking impact for the performer and listener. Flute Alto Saxophone French Horn Katherine Danz^ Amanda Gomez Rebecca Jones Dayoung Kang Jamie Ku Savannah Maa Molly McGarry Maryanne Morgan Abby Pate Grace Song Ellie Thames Jacob Culler Ian Hanline Alex McCoy Justin Moore Kennedy Terrell Matthew Tran^ Shea Woodbury Katya Butte Samuel Cohen Daksh Desai Sam Stewart^ Lexie Hackman Eliot Ball Jenna Burroughs Joseph Kunkleman^ Calvin Lane Ravi Rathee Jaren Robbins Seth Trump Bassoon Euphonium Cameron Betz Lexi McCoy^ Ryan McGinty Jup Patel Jared Wells^ Andrew Yount Tenor Saxophone Maulik Sarin Baritone Saxophone Oboe Trombone Wil DeCramer^ Clarinet Bryan Culler^ Rebecca De Luna Mallory Hill Adam Pacholski Niara Parker Grant Pitman Connor Simpson Luke Williams Charby Xu Dillon Zhong Trumpet Jonathan Diamantis^ Helena Ge Matthew Harrill Sol Hong Jason Moore John Powlen Zachary Queck Jessica Vasto Bass Clarinet Jakin Rohlinger Katie Tebou^ Abbi Whitney ^ Principal Tuba Ben Larson Sam Shenton^ Matthew Tatum Michelle Yau Percussion Wes Abel Jonathan Arnall Bryson Getz Cody Hudgins Turner Johnstone Valerie Keithly Dylan Taylor This Evening’s Program Percussion Ensemble Le Papillon (2003).……………………………………..Richard K. LeVan Yagibushi (1992).…………………………………………….Steve Grimo Wind Ensemble Mallet Ensemble Ukrainian Bell Carol (trad./2014)……...……………arr. Joshua K Potter Percussion Ensemble Program Notes About Le Papillon, the publishing company writes, “A bit of minimalism meets some African influence . . . . with a flitting melody . . . . flying lightly . . . . Uptempo ensemble, scored for four players on marimba. Anchored by an ostinato in the fourth marimba part, the other three players trade short melodies and weave in and out of interlocking rhythmic figures.” Yagibushi is a type of Japanese folksong. Yagi is a place between Kyoto and west of the Kansai district in Japan, with bushi meaning song. There is a distinct rhythm and narrow melodic range usually sung by a chorus in unison which characterizes this type of work song, drinking song and dance song. The accompaniment to the Yagibushi is usually performed with the Shamison (longnecked lute), hand clapping and a variety of percussion instruments. These characteristics are applied to the piece in various ways capturing the spirit of the traditional Yagibushi. Symphonic Band Torch of Liberty March (1942/1999)…………………….…...Karl L King arr. James Swearingen Bashana Haba’ah (1995)…………………..…..................Manor and Hirsh arr. Lloyd Conley Slane (2009).......................................................................Elliot Del Borgo Wind Ensemble Mallet Ensemble Program Notes This setting of the familiar folk chant is inspired by the performance recorded by pianist George Winston, on his album entitled “December”. In his liner notes for this recording, Mr. Winston indicates that his version was inspired by the Billings, Montana winters. The piano arrangement translates to mallet percussion remarkably well. CONCERT ETIQUETTE TIPS CONCERT ETIQUETTE TIPS, CONT. Concert etiquette involves behaviors that help the performers do their best and help the audience (you) enjoy the performance. The rules for a concert are different than the rules at many other entertainment places. Please take a moment to review them with your family, as they will help in ANY concert setting. 5. Applause is greatly appreciated. Whistling, shouting, and calling out names are not appropriate. If you want to show how much you enjoyed the concert, you may raise your hands to clap, or if you were really impressed, you can stand up and clap (standing ovation) when the entire group is finished with their selection(s). 1. Arrive early so you can get a good seat, calm down from a sometimes hectic drive, get children seated, read the program and settle in for a great performance. Arriving late disrupts the performance and other audience members. If you are late, you should only enter the auditorium between pieces or groups. Please wait in the foyer until you hear the piece has ended and enter during the applause. 6. No eating or drinking. Food isn’t allowed in performance places as it often results in spills that can ruin the floor. Eating sounds and crumpling of bags will also disturb performers and audience members. 2. Be sure to turn off your cell phone, or set it on vibrate, so that it does not unexpectedly ring and cause a disturbance in the performance. Refrain from having it out to text, etc. during the concert as well. Thank you for your attendance at Providence High School Bands Concerts, your support of the student performers, and your assistance in helping to create a professional atmosphere to support the efforts of the students! 3. If you must leave the performance for a break (bathroom, etc.), try to do it during applause or in between selections. The sound of squeaking doors will be disruptive to the audience and performers. It is also visually disruptive, as the audience will focus on people moving on the performance floor, instead of the performers. 4. While we love small children, if they become fussy or start crying, please take them outside immediately. Remember, everyone in the audience is there to see someone very special to them and wants to enjoy their child’s performance also. 7. If you are recording the concert, please do so from the back or sides of the auditorium so as not to block the view of someone sitting in the audience.
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