2021-2022 Concert Season
Ruckus!
The Music of Randall D. Standridge Concert Band Symphonic Band Wind Ensemble
Emma Angoli, Conductor
Greenwald Foundation PAC Thursday | October 14 | 7:00pm
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Program Concert Band The Fires of Bandai (2014)
Robert Sheldon b. 1954
Dancing Lights (2020)
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976
Symphonic Band The Black Cat (2021)* * - Wisconsin Premiere Performance Nebula (2021)* * - Wisconsin Premiere Performance
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976 Randall D. Standridge b. 1976
Wind Ensemble Tripwire (2020)
JaRod Hall b. 1991
Marche Diabolique (2014)
Brian Balmages b. 1975
Rippling Watercolors (2015)
Brian Balmages b. 1975
Ruckus (2014)
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976
Program Notes The Fires of Bandai (2014)
Robert Sheldon b. 1954
Inspired by the 1888 eruption of Mt. Bandai in northern Japan, The Fires of Bandai conveys the drama and volcanic fury of a pyroclastic flow. A mysterious opening section with full ensemble hits and driving percussion introduces an ominous trumpet melody accompanied by repeated, intense rhythmic figures. A flowing, contrasting section with majestic melodic lines leads to a restatement of earlier material that builds to a final passage that brings the work to a powerful conclusion. (Program Notes from The Instrumentalist) Dancing Lights (2020)
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976
Lakeside Park, the largest park in Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin, hosts an annual holiday event which features “dancing lights.” When asked to compose a work for the Sabish Middle School Band, I decided to draw inspiration from this community tradition, which I found to be both beautiful and charming. Dancing Lights attempts to emulate the sparkling and shimmering lights that decorate Lakeside Park during the holidays, as well as provide a sense of hope and optimism that such displays often draw from their observers. The use of staccato notes and suspensions hint at the electric glow which reflects on the faces of onlookers as they enjoy the sight. (Program Notes by Randall D. Standridge)
The Black Cat (2021)*
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976 * - Wisconsin Premiere Performance
The Black Cat depicts a black cat slinking through a moonlit night, bringing bad omens to whoever happens to cross its path. The “13 note” main theme is introduced in the low brass, but all instruments are challenged in this work that includes exciting dynamics, mixed meter, active percussion, and optional sound FX. This work was commissioned in part by Mukwonago High School as a member of the Black Cat lightning consortium. (Program Notes by Randall D. Standridge)
Nebula (2021)*
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976 * - Wisconsin Premiere Performance
The expanse of space and all of the celestial bodies therein have long provided inspiration for artists bound to earth and their imaginations soar amongst them, skimming along the rings of Saturn and traveling beyond the Milky Way. Nebula attempts to capture and convey the awe that one feels when spying these large bodies of gases and energies that can span light years in diameter. The sheer immensity of their size and beauty of their colors provide an everlasting testament to the mysteries of our universe. (Program Notes by Randall D. Standridge) Tripwire (2020)
JaRod Hall b. 1991
A tripwire is a low-bearing laser or string that sets off an explosion, trap, or alarm when touched. Tripwire follows a team of bandits who must escape a secret hideout without being detected or tripping the wire. (Program Notes by JaRod Hall)
Marche Diabolique (2014)
Brian Balmages b. 1975
Those familiar with my music know that often I like to take traditional styles of music and rework them in a completely new way. Such is the case with Marche Diabolique, a piece that borrows elements of the traditional concert march and sets them in a contemporary framework to create a work that can actually function as a march or as a main concert piece. This work makes extensive use of the tritone (it is the first interval in the piece other than unison and is also in the final chord). Surrounding the tritone is an expansive, dark harmonic language. Marked “menacing and deliberate,” the music comes across as direct and almost somewhat invasive. The opening rhythm in the clarinets becomes the foundation of the entire work and remains somewhat constant while material around it continuously evolves. (Program Notes by Brian Balmages) Rippling Watercolors (2015)
Brian Balmages b. 1975
Many often underestimate the extensive colors, harmonies, and emotional range that are often achievable in younger ensembles. It is in this spirit that the musical lines of Rippling Watercolors were born. This was not meant to be a lyrical piece for younger ensembles; rather, it was written as a fully expressive lyrical work that happens to be playable by younger ensembles. I believe there is a significant difference. No phrases were truncated, no ranges were “limited,” and no rhythms were watered down for the sake of playability. This piece just happens to be attainable by younger groups, yet the music exists exactly as it would even if I had written this for a college group. The title comes from a range of inspiration. I often get asked about my last name. As most can imagine, there are very few of us left in the world. At present, my wife and I are one of only two couples in the United States that can carry on our family name. My cousins Ben and Carrie on the west coast are the other couple, and they now have two beautiful girls. We all share a lot of beliefs – we encourage our children to be creative, spontaneous, and we enjoy watching where their imaginations take them. …(notes continued on next page)
…The idea for this piece came from a simple set of watercolors. When children get hold of these and use their imagination, the most amazing things can happen. Children can see things that adults never see. They open our minds while we help them grow and learn. With a little imagination, these watercolors can become a magnificent sunrise or sunset over the ocean, a gorgeous view from a mountaintop, or an image of a supernova in space. The smallest drop can change the pattern and create something entirely new, either with a brush or entirely within nature. It is my hope that Lily and Charlotte grow up with an infinite palette of watercolors, and that every drop creates a new, fantastic world. (Program Notes by Brian Balmages)
Ruckus (2014)
Randall D. Standridge b. 1976
The dictionary defines "ruckus" as a noisy commotion, fracas or rumpus and this very original work is just that. Loud, boisterous, aggressive and mixed meter, heavy percussion and thumping rhythm give this piece a decidedly urban feel. No doubt the audience will be musically entranced by this powerfully rhythmic, yet sophisticated work. (Program Notes by Randall D. Standridge)
About Mr. Standridge Randall Standridge (b.1976) received his Bachelor's of Music Education from Arkansas State University. During this time, he studied composition with Dr. Tom O'Connor, before returning to Arkansas State University to earn his Master's in Music Composition, studying with Dr. Tom O'Connor and Dr. Tim Crist. In 2001, he began his tenure as Director of Bands at Harrisburg High School in Harrisburg, Arkansas. He left this post in 2013 to pursue a career as a full-time composer and marching arts designer. Mr. Standridge is currently published by Grand Mesa Music, Alfred Music, FJH Music, Wingert-Jones Music, Band Works Publications, Twin Towers Music, and Northeastern Music Publications. Mr. Standridge's music is performed internationally. He has had numerous works selected to the J.W. Pepper's editor's choice. His compositions Snake Charmer, Gently Blows the Summer Wind, and Angelic Celebrations have been included in the "Teaching Music Through Performance in Band" series. He has had numerous works performed at the prestigious Midwest Clinic in Chicago, Illinois. His work Art(isms) was premiered by the Arkansas State University Wind Ensemble at the 2010 CBDNA conference in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and his work Stonewall: 1969 was premiered at the National LGBA conference in 2019. Mr. Standridge is also a contributing composer for Alfred Music's Sound Innovations: Ensemble Development series. In addition to his career as a composer, Mr. Standridge is the owner and editor for Randall Standridge Music, LLC and Grand Mesa Marching. He is in demand as a drill designer, music arranger, and colorguard designer for the marching arts, as well as a freelance artist/photographer and writer. He lives in Jonesboro, Arkansas with his family. (Biography & Photo from https://www.randallstandridge.com/)
Concert Band Due to the importance of every part, students are listed alphabetically.
Flute Alto Sax Trombone Emma Kelley Tomas Brunow Nathan Christensen Elyse Lange Lillian Matthews Anthony Eisert Emily Plestina Tatianna Schommer-Barrera Danica Jenna Sophia Silkworth Elizabeth Sellers Nicolas Sanfilippo Jamie Stephan Tenor Saxophone Euphonium Clarinet Matthew Ciampa Robert Hinterlong Grace Hinterlong Journey Daniel Stephanie Zhu Emily Keyes Mia Marra Bari Saxophone Tuba Ava Pellegrino Gavin Flaherty Jacob Forster Anastasia Seroogy Lucas Forster Alaina Talaska Trumpet Frank Vento Natalie Tappa Elijah Abraham Katherine Utzerath Connor Beitz Percussion Nikki Wilcox Gabriel Jopp Dominic Barry Jack Ksobiech Logan Basterash Bass Clarinet Alexander Mersfelder Virginia Caryl Ariana Alcala Dylan Osvatic Anna DeLeon Everett Krawcyk Jamison Osvatic Charlie Essmann Alexander Peppler Samuel Furru Bassoon Chloe Retherford Joseph Geist Darren Meyer Cameron Smith Andrew Glosemeyer Elijah Henken Illyanna Ingram Matthew Jolliffe Austin O'Connor David O'Connor Vito Schwartz Eric Stephan
Symphonic Band Due to the importance of every part, students are listed alphabetically.
Flute Julianna Anderson Anna Braun Callie Massa Erin Rosenthal Madison Weibel Clarinet Federico Bellini Gracie Lochowicz Emily Tarr Tempe Wassam Claire Wright Bass Clarinet Tyler Backhaus
Alto Saxophone Jessica Howell Katie Schwar
Trombone Mailen Fingland Sawyer Schieffer
Tenor Saxophone Gavin Flaherty Parker Paulson
Euphonium Callan Schultz
Bari Saxophone Kasey Kubash Trumpet Jacob Chilicki Zach Plestina Alissa Schwichtenberg Caleb Turk
Tuba Luke Treutelaar Percussion Andy Brandt Sean Braun Alex DeLeon Alex Fritz Logan Poser Claire Schiek Cameron Wilke
Wind Ensemble Due to the importance of every part, students are listed alphabetically.
Flute Alexandria Aber Emily Henrichs Madeline Murphy Sarah Ullrich
Alto Saxophone Jules Barlow Michael Kaczinski Jaylen Korth Brynn Schmitz-Guy
Oboe Andie Barron
Tenor Saxophone Ellie Huebner Michael Sadowski
Clarinet Brooke Conner Kaylyn Geuder Maddie Husted Lauren Jakab Katie Kaczinski Samantha Kohlmann Alexa Matson Bass Clarinet Kira Goldbach Bassoon Sierra Huser
Bari Saxophone Nick Rabiego Zack Simonson Trumpet Charlie Jefferson Hugh Wesselhoff Lauren Wilke Anthony Witt Horn Ryan Fox Hannah Herbst Dominic Sponholz
Trombone Gavin Schultz Josh Stobbe Euphonium Andrew Blum Kyle Pate Tuba Ed Pilon David Winiarski Percussion Jeremy Boutin Jeremy Cotturone Austin Kiselicka Emma Libecki Ryan O’Connor Kendal Schreiber Nathan Starr
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Tunes & Trivia Night Join us for a night of dinner, drinks, and trivia to benefit the MASD music & theatre programs. Saturday, November 20th 5:00pm-10:00pm Morningstar Golf Club Highlights Open Bar from 5:00pm-6:00pm Silent Auction Raffle Items Live Entertainment by Will Krieger
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Time
Oct 16
Oct 18
7:30pm
Oct 22-24
Nov 20
Event
Location
WSMA State Marching Band Competition
UW-Whitewater Perkins Stadium
Marching Band Community Thank You
MHS Hensler Field
Marching Band Chicago Trip 5:00pm
Dec 4
MFAB Tunes & Trivia Night
Morningstar Golf Club
Midnight Magic
Downtown Mukwonago
Dec 13
7:00pm
MHS Bands Winter Concert
Greenwald PAC
Dec 14
7:00pm
PVMS Bands Winter Concert
Greenwald PAC
Jan 24
TBA
MHS Band Auditions
MHS Band Room
Mar 15
7:00pm
MHS Bands Spring Concert
Greenwald PAC
Mar 16
7:00pm
PVMS Bands Spring Concert
Greenwald PAC
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Special Thanks MASD Board of Education Shawn McNulty, MASD Superintendent Stephanie Blue, Director of Student Learning Tom Karthausser, Director of Business Affairs Ben Kossow, Coordinator of Student Assessment Data and Analysis Christine Bowden, Director of Pupil Services Dustin Lehman, Coordinator of College and Career Readiness Steven R. Williams, Ph.D., Director of Human Resources Andy Wegner, District Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds Zachary Ortiz, District & Community Programs Supervisor Jim Darin, MHS Principal Sarah Dianich, & Stephanie Krenz, MHS Associate Principals William Plant, MHS Dean of Students Andy Trudell, MHS Activities Director Dean Kovnesky, MHS Head Custodian MHS Custodial Staff Jenny Peterson, PVMS Band Director PJ Uhazie, MHS Choir Director Lori Wildemann, PVMS Choir Director Julie Hanisch, MHS Drama Director Dale Wimer and Alexa Zakutansky, MHS Orchestra Directors Sarah Oftedahl, PVMS Orchestra Director Amanda Caretta-Hull, Nyla Clements & Ben Warrichaiet, MES Band Directors Carolyn Atwell, Kathy Doty, Riley Roberson & Caryn Ruesch, MES Music Teachers Joseph Coldwell, PAC Technical Coordinator Carmen Scott, PAC House Manager & Technical Assistant PAC Usher Corps PAC Student Crew JoAnn Barkley, District Printing Mukwonago Fine Arts Boosters