Unpublished Works
Works For Symphonic Band
Title
Description
Sample
SINCE FIRST WE SET SAIL
(Fanfare, Hornpipe and Sea Chantey)
(8:00)

Hardcopy: $180.00

PDF
$110.00

Advanced:
Commissioned by the UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY BAND for their 150th Anniversary celebration, this piece takes you on a high-seas adventure spanning the entire history of the United States Navy, from the early days of wooden sailing ships to the mighty, steel vessels of the modern age.

1607 THE DREAM COMES ALIVE
(Fanfare Prelude)
(5:00)

Hardcopy: $80.00

PDF
$50.00

Medium-Advanced:
This piece was commissioned by the VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA to open their 2006-2007 concert season and kick off the official celebration of the 400th Anniversary of the founding of Jamestown, the first English settlement in North America.
This piece is bursting with Americana, from its bold, opening fanfare through its warm yet rhythmic lyrical moments, to the breathtaking finish. Transcribed for Symphonic Band by the composer.

SYMPHONY FOR WINDS, PERCUSSION AND PIANO
(18:00)
Hardcopy: $240.00

PDF
$160.00

Medium-Advanced:
Nicknamed "The Spirit Symphony", this three movement work was commissioned by the James Hubert Blake High School Symphonic Winds in Silver Spring, Maryland, and pays homage to the school's namesake, James Hubert "Eubie" Blake. The piece was commissioned to celebrate the school's 10th anniversary. Each movement of the Symphony portrays an expression of the human spirit:
I. FLOURISHES (Andante maestoso)
II. REFLECTIONS (Adagio espressivo)
III. EXALTATIONS (Presto spirito/Grandioso)

THE FOUNDER'S HYMN
(For Band and Chorus SATB)
(6:00)

Hardcopy: $120.00

PDF

$80.00
Medium-Advanced:
This is a transcription for Symphonic Band and Chorus of the Finale from SYMPHONY "Of Dreams And Courage", written in celebration of the 400th anniversary of the founding of Jamestown.

MAIDEN JOURNEY
(The Legend of Sacagawea)
(8:30)

Hardcopy: $120.00

PDF
$80.00

Medium:
Commissioned by the Fargo South High School Wind
Symphony
in Fargo, North Dakota, this was written to commemorate the Bicentennial Anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The focal point of the piece is the famous Native-American heroine Sacagawea, who helped guide the expedition through hostile Indian territories, across the treacherous Rocky Mountains and on to the Pacific Ocean, which she and her small son saw for the first time.

WERE YOU THERE?
(The Crucifixion Saga Told Through Spirituals)
(9:00)

Hardcopy: $140.00

PDF
$90.00

Medium:
This piece was commissioned by the Columbia Union College Symphonic Band, and tells the story of the Crucifixion of Christ using well-known and beloved Spirituals. Were You There?, Deep River, Take My Hand Precious Lord, All My Trials Soon Will Be Over, and others are woven together in this powerful and moving work.

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Works for Jazz Ensemble

UP AT THE CAT'S MEOW
(5:10)
Hardcopy: $80.00

PDF
$50.00

Medium-Easy:
This one is a throw-back to the sounds of Duke Ellington and Count Basie, very elegant and sophisticated. The title was created by my girlfriend, Laura. I was talking to her on the phone and asked what she would be doing the next day. She started out by saying "Well, I'll be up at the cat's meow" (referring to her cats Minx and Sophie, who wake her every morning at the crack of dawn, or before). I immediately said "Hey, that would make a great title for a jazz tune".
Solos: Alto Sax 1 and Trumpet 2

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NOT BAD FOR A MONDAY
(6:00)
Hardcopy: $80.00

PDF
$50.00

Medium-Easy:
This is a Blues chart with a twist. It is reminiscent of the blues- rock shuffle style of the late 60s and early 70s. My girlfriend Laura came up with this title as well. I called her at work one day and asked her how her day was going. She answered "Not bad for a Monday". I said "You've done it again, honey!"
Solos: Tenor Saxophone, Trombone 2 and Guitar.

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Other Works

QUADRICENTENNIAL FANFARE
(for Symphonic Brass and Percussion) (0:40)
Hardcopy: $50.00

PDF
$30.00

Medium-Advanced:
This fanfare was written for the Virginia Symphony Orchestra
Brass and Percussion in celebration of the 400th anniversary of
the founding of Jamestown.
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THE GREAT AMERICAN TRADITION
Marches for A New Millennium
(for Concert Band/Marching Band or Brass Quintet With optional Drumset)
 
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