Artie Henry Middle School: 2014 TMEA CCC Honor Band Performance Program by Songbird DesignWorks

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TEXAS MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION | CCC HONOR BAND Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center | Lila Cockrell Theatre | San Antonio, Texas Friday, February 14, 2014 | 2:30 p.m.

The Leander Independent School District presents the

ARTIEHENRY

MIDDLE SCHOOLHONORS BAND

Leander Independent School District

204 W. South Street P.O. Box 218 Leander, Texas 78646 (512) 570-0000

Board of Trustees Pamela Waggoner President Aaron Johnson Vice President Grace S. Barber-Jordan, M.Ed. Secretary Russell Bundy Member Don Hisle Member Lisa Mallory Member Will Streit Member

 Bret A. Champion, Ed.D. Superintendent

204 W. South Street P.O. Box 218 Leander, Texas 78646 (512) 570-0000

Board of Trustees

December 20, 2013

Pamela Waggoner President

To the Texas Music Educators Association, Congratulations to the students, parents and directors of the Henry Middle School Band on being invited to perform at the 2014 TMEA Conference in San Antonio in February. The recognition of Class CCC Honor Band validates all the hard work and dedication put forth by the students and their directors. You have committed to a quality program, and it shows. I want to take this opportunity to commend you for your continued devotion to the band program, and I wish you an outstanding performance! Congratulations again.

Grace S. Barber-Jordan, M.Ed. Secretary Russell Bundy Member Don Hisle Member Lisa Mallory Member Will Streit Member

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Respectfully,

January 10, 2014

Aaron Johnson Vice President

To the Texas Music Educators Association, On behalf of the Leander ISD Board of Trustees, I want to take this opportunity to congratulate the Henry Middle School Band for their selection as Class CCC Honor Band. We are extremely proud of our students and very pleased that they will have this rewarding experience. The leadership, involvement and commitment to excellence by students, parents and staff in the band program are remarkable. It will help to shape a set of ethical principles that will guide our students to become well-rounded citizens we will be proud to call tomorrow’s leaders. Again, congratulations to all, and we wish you a wonderful concert!

Bret A. Champion, Ed.D. Superintendent

Bret A. Champion

Sincerely,

Pamela Waggoner

www.leanderisd.org

Henry Middle School

Leander Independent School District 100 N. Vista Ridge Blvd. Cedar Park, Texas 78613 (512) 570-3400 Fax: (512) 570-3405 David W. Ellis, Ph.D. Principal

Bret A. Champion, Ed.D. Superintendent

To the Texas Music Educators Association:

The students, faculty, staff, and administration of Artie L. Henry Middle School are extremely proud and excited you have chosen our Honors Band as the Class CCC Honor Band for 2013! The enthusiasm, dedication, and immense talent of our musicians never cease to amaze me. These young people are tremendous ambassadors for Henry Middle School and the Leander Independent School District. The recognition and acclaim they have garnered is well deserved.

Under the dedicated leadership and direction of our four incredible directors (Robert Herrings, Christina Wishart, Ryan Straten, and Hector Gil), the Henry Middle School band program has grown to over 300 students. In addition to outstanding musicianship, our band students excel in their display of both integrity and ethical behavior. I am proud of the hard work and dedication of each and every member of our exceptional band program and would like to acknowledge their contribution to our school, district, and community. The support of our parents, community, and the LISD administration also deserves mention. Our parent support group spends countless hours and makes tremendous sacrifices to ensure our band has every opportunity to be successful. Without the consistent support of the LISD administration, none of our band’s accomplishments would be possible. Being chosen as the Class CCC Honor Band and the opportunity to perform today is not only an honor, but the culmination of the hard work and dedication of the entire band program at Henry Middle School. Thank you for recognizing our students and giving them the opportunity to share the beautiful music of the 2013-2014 Artie L. Henry Middle School Honors Band. Sincerely,

Dr. David W. Ellis Principal Artie Henry Middle School

5 percent. LISD is also a Texas Education Agency Recognized School District.

ABOUT | LEANDER ISD The Leander Independent School District, located approximately 25 miles northwest of downtown Austin, Texas encompasses nearly 200 square miles and has campuses sited within the cities of Leander, Cedar Park and Austin. This dynamic school district is one of the fastest growing school districts in Texas, serves an enrollment of over 35,000 students with 38 campuses and auxiliary facilities, while maintaining standards of excellence throughout the system. The district has 23 elementary schools, eight middle schools, five high schools and two alternative schools. LISD boasts the best area average for college enrollment. According to Texas Monthly Magazine, LISD schools rank among the best in the state, with the high schools in the top

The Leander ISD Vision is that every student is encouraged, supported, and challenged to achieve the highest levels of knowledge, skills, and character. Every LISD graduate is prepared with the knowledge, academic foundation, and life skills to be a productive learner, an effective communicator, and a responsible citizen, in order to be successful in an ever-changing world.

ABOUT | HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Henry Middle School is part of the Leander Independent School District, located a few miles northwest of Austin, Texas. The school opened in 2002 as a sixth, seventh and eighth grade campus that serves approximately 1,400 students today. It is an ethnically diverse school with 59.8% Caucasian, 24.3% Hispanic, 6.2% Asian, 5.7% African American, and 4% other student population.

The students of Henry Middle School love learning, are consistently self-motivated, and take ownership of personal decisions. They excel academically, socially, and emotionally. Our students exemplify ethical behavior, care for others, and are proud of themselves and their school. HMS students are nationally recognized and seek a higher level of success as life-long learners. Henry Middle School is a great place to work and learn. The atmosphere is nothing short of kind and respectful, with a dedication from all in our quest for excellence. At HMS, parents are a part of our school culture and are seen in and interact with the school frequently and in a variety of activities. We have a large and active parentvolunteer program and PTA Parents bring valuable insight and a unique perspective, which serves to improve home-school relationships, student behaviors and academic achievement. Parents, businesses and community leaders come together with teachers and administrators to develop a collective vision and purpose and to set goals to improve our school and the excellence we maintain.

LEANDER ISD | ADMINISTRATION

HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL | ADMINISTRATION

DR. BRETCHAMPION, ED. D. Superintendent

DR. DAVIDELLIS Principal

GINGERCARTER Administrative Assistant

MONTAAKIN Assistant Superintendent

STEVEBRITTON Assistant Principal

KARISWARTZ Registrar

KARIE LYNNMCSPADDEN Assistant Superintendent

REBECCAOWEN Assistant Principal

JERILYNNHUEBSCHMAN Bookkeeper

ELLENSKOVIERA Assistant Superintendent

KATYOCHOA-WEEKS Assistant Principal

PETERWARSHAW Fine Arts Director

LEANDER ISD | BOARD OF TRUSTEES PAMELAWAGGONER President AARONJOHNSON Vice-President GRACE S.BARBER-JORDAN Secretary

RUSSELLBUNDY DONHISLE LISAMALLORY WILLSTREIT

ABOUT | THE HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND PROGRAM The band program at Henry Middle School serves more than 350 students, with seventh and eighth graders enrolled in one of three performing bands, and sixth grade beginning band classes in a homogeneous setting. Since the school opened in 2002, the Artie Henry bands have been consistent UIL Sweepstakes winners, and have been well-represented at Solo and Ensemble contest, TMEA All-Region Band and Region Orchestra auditions. Under the direction of Robert Herrings, Ryan Straten, Christina Wishart and Hector Gil, the Henry bands have earned numerous honors and awards at festivals in Texas. In 2008, the band was invited to perform at the prestigious Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington. In 2009, the HMS Band Program was named the 2010 Texas Class CCC Honor Band. In 2010 and 2012, the HMS Band Program was invited to perform at The Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, and in 2011 the program was awarded the coveted John Philip Sousa Foundation Sudler Silver Cup. Most recently, the band program at HMS has been invited to perform at the 2013 Western International Band Clinic and named the 2014 TMEA Texas Class CCC Honor Band. To improve their individual skills and musicianship, all students in the HMS band program attend weekly section rehearsals, and many students take advantage of the opportunity for private lessons through the LISD Private Lesson Program. In addition to their involvement in band activities, HMS band students are also active in other activities, including National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Leadership, Yearbook/Journalism, Athletics, Art, Cheerleading, Dance Team, Theatre and many more. Through the dedicated work of many individuals, the program has built a tradition of success that has flourished within the school and in the community.

2013-2014 | HMS PRIVATE LESSON STAFF FLUTE Mrs. ANNKJERULF-KNIEN Mrs. JAMIEHUNT Mrs. LEMORALES CLARINET Mrs. MARYSCHANI Mr. CHRISWHITTEMORE OBOE Dr. AMYBURGUS Mr. JOSHMELLO BASSOON Ms. JULIAWINDLE SAXOPHONE Mr. KEVINGIBBS Mr. BILLYMCPHAIL Mrs. ELIZABETHROSINBUM

FRENCH HORN Ms. BARBIVAN HORN Ms. ROSEVALBY TROMBONE Mr. BLAIRCASTLE Dr. BILLYGAYMAN EUPHONIUM Mr. BRETTBLACKSTONE TUBA Mr. DAVIDHUMMEL PERCUSSION Ms. JESSICAGARROW Dr. CHRISTOPHERLIZAK Mr. CHRISSAWYER

TRUMPET Mr. GILBERTELORREAGA Mr. EUNDOPARK VISTA RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL | BAND DIRECTORS BRYANCHRISTIAN, KYLERUSCHHAUPT, HECTORGIL

ROBERTHERRINGS Robert Tyrome Herrings, III is entering his eleventh year of teaching and has been teaching at Henry Middle School in Leander ISD since 2004. Prior to coming to Leander ISD, he was the Director of Bands at Rockdale Junior High in Rockdale, Texas. In 2003, Mr. Herrings received his Bachelor of Music Education degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas, where he studied under Michael Haithcock, Jeff Grogan, Dr. Kevin Sedatole and Barry Hopper. While in college, Mr. Herrings was a member of the Baylor University performing wind bands, as well as a member of the Baylor University Golden Wave Band. At Henry Middle School, Mr. Herrings conducts the Honors Band, assists with the Symphonic Band, Concert Band and beginning clarinet class. He also teaches beginning trumpet and horn. Mr. Herrings’ bands have consistently received UIL Sweepstakes ratings, as well as unanimous first division ratings, Best In Class, and Overall Outstanding Band honors at festivals around the state. In 2009-2013, the program at Henry earned distinction as a National Wind Band Honors Class AA winner, and in 2009, the Henry Middle School Honors Band was selected to perform at the Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington. The program was named the 2010 TMEA Class CCC Honor Band and was also selected to perform at the 2010 and 2012 Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic. In June 2011, Mr. Herrings and his program were awarded the prestigious John Philip Sousa Foundation Sudler Silver Cup, and in July of the same year, Mr. Herrings was named the Phi Beta Mu Outstanding Young Bandmaster of the Year. Most recently, the program at Henry Middle School was selected to perform at the Western International Band Clinic in November of 2013, and named the 2014 TMEA Class CCC Honor Band. An active clinician and adjudicator around the state, Mr. Herrings is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association and the Texas Music Adjudicators Association. He is also a mentor to new-to-profession teachers at Henry Middle School. Currently, Mr. Herrings serves as the Region 26 Middle School Band Chair, as well as a member of TBA and UIL committees. Mr. Herrings enjoys motivating young musicians to achieve the highest level of performance by sharing his extreme love and passion for music with them on a daily basis. He feels honored, privileged and extremely blessed to have a loving mother and grandmother, many great mentors, band directors and close friends who have influenced his career thus far. Above all, his students have been his greatest inspiration!

RYANSTRATEN

Ryan M. Straten is in his sixth year of teaching and fourth year at Henry Middle School. Mr. Straten is the conductor of the Symphonic Band, assists with the Honors and Concert Bands and also teaches the beginning clarinet, trombone, euphonium and tuba classes. His bands have consistently received UIL Sweepstakes ratings, as well as unanimous first division ratings, and Best In Class honors at festivals around the state. Mr. Straten earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Texas State University in 2005. At Texas State, he studied under John Stansberry, Rod Schueller, and Jack Laumer, and performed with the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Bobcat Marching Band and Trumpet Ensemble. He was also an active member and officer in the Kappa Kappa Psi music fraternity. In 2007, Mr. Straten returned to Texas State to pursue dual Master’s Degrees in Music Education and Educational Leadership. During that time, he served as a graduate assistant to the undergraduate instrumental methods classes, and he co-directed the Texas State University Concert Band as well as performed with the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band under the direction of Caroline Beatty. Upon the completion of his Master’s Degree in Music Education, Mr. Straten was elected a member of the Pi Kappa Lambda National Honor Society. Mr. Straten is an active member of the Texas Music Educators Association and the Texas Bandmasters Association. Mr. Straten feels very honored to be working with such an exceptional team at Henry Middle School. He attributes all of his success to his loving and supportive family and friends, his students, and his mentors, Dr. Mary Ellen Cavitt and Cynthia Lansford.

CHRISTINAWISHART Christina A. Wishart is in her first year of teaching at Henry Middle School and second year of teaching overall. In addition to conducting the Concert Band, Ms. Wishart assists with the Honors and Symphonic Bands and teaches beginning flute, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone classes. During her first year of teaching, Ms. Wishart served as assistant band director at Lake Travis Middle School and led the Concert Band to receiving unanimous first division ratings at UIL and first place honors at state festivals. In 2012, Ms. Wishart earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Studies from Texas State University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Her Texas State mentors include Dr. Adah Jones, Dr. Mary Ellen Cavitt, Dr. Amy Simmons, and Dr. Caroline Beatty. Ms. Wishart had the opportunity to serve as principal flute of the Texas State Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra and as drum major of the Bobcat Marching Band. Upon graduation, Ms. Wishart was the recipient of the Outstanding Senior in Instrumental Music Education Award. Still an active performer, Ms. Wishart continues to play flute with local ensembles in Austin. She has had the opportunity to perform with the Cedar Park Winds at the Texas Bandmaster’s Association Convention in July 2013. The following month, Ms. Wishart traveled with the De ́ jà Flute Ensemble and performed at the National Flute Association Convention in New Orleans. Ms. Wishart is professionally affiliated with the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and the National Flute Association. Ms. Wishart would like to thank her family, colleagues, close friends, and boyfriend, Mr. Alex Ortega, for their tremendous support with her musical and educational endeavors!

HECTORGIL

Hector J. Gil joined the staff at Vista Ridge High School and Henry Middle School as the Director of Percussion in the fall of 2008. He is in his twelfth year of teaching and has previously served as a percussion instructor at Texas Christian University, Texas A&M International University, Surround Sound Percussion, Arlington Martin High School, Leander High School, Cedar Park High School, Georgetown High School, and Laredo United High School. Mr. Gil received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from Texas A&M University-Commerce in 2001. During his time at TAMU-C, he performed in the Wind Ensemble, Steel Drum Band, and the drum line. He was also a member of the Percussion Ensemble that won the prestigious Percussive Arts Society “Call for Tapes” award in 2000, performed a showcase concert at PASIC, and was a member of the TAMU-C drum line that received second place at PASIC. His performance experience includes the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps 1997-1998, the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra, North East Texas Symphony Orchestra, and the Laredo Wind Ensemble. Mr. Gil’s students and ensembles have achieved numerous honors at many contests, including Texas’ University Interscholastic League, Texas Music Educators Association, PASIC, WGI, and the Lone Star Classic. He composes and arranges for numerous drumlines, and he serves as a clinician for several high schools throughout Texas. His professional affiliations include the Percussive Arts Society, Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and the TAMU-C Alumni Association. He is also an endorsed artist of Innovative Percussion Inc. On a personal note, Mr. Gil is very proud to announce that he is engaged to be married in June to the love of his life, Brandy.

FOLK DANCES

DMITRISHOSTAKOVICH | EDITED BY H.ROBERTREYNOLDS Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) was a Russian composer who lived under the Soviet regime. Shostakovich had a complex and difficult relationship with the Soviet government, suffering two official denunciations of his music, in 1936 and 1948, and the periodic banning of his work. Shostakovich composed in a variety of styles using folk music, humor, altered harmonies and many other compositional techniques. Written in Shostakovich’s light-hearted style, this single-movement work is filled with the joy and exuberance of the Russian people. The many folk melodies are combined in a string so that musical energy abounds and the spirit of folk dances can easily be imagined. This work was originally composed in 1943 as the third movement (Dance of Youth) of Otchizna, Op. 63. It was first arranged for Russian band by Mark Vakhutinskii in 1970 and edited for American bands by H. Robert Reynolds in 1979.

BEACHCOMBER

CLIVERICHARDSON | NORMANRICHARDSON Beachcomber, used in early British radio and television, is a laid-back, lighthearted composition. English composer Ernest Tomlinson has described this piece as someone “wandering idly along the sea coast, inspecting the miscellaneous debris brought in by the tides.” The beachcomber is no doubt a person who has retired from the hurly-burly of life in the city and is quite content to explore his local beach every morning before the vacationers arrive. Norman Richardson transcribed Clive Richardson’s original setting for orchestra into this arrangement for wind ensemble. CHRISTINAWISHART | CONDUCTOR

HUCKLEBERRY FINN SUITE

FOUR SCENES FROM MARK TWAIN, OP. 33 FRANCOCESARINI Published in 1884, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is one of the most meaningful novels of America’s 19th century. Although the book is one of the funniest ever written, the main effect it has on the reader is of intense emotion and deep longing. The story is told by Huckleberry in the first person, and some scenes from the novel take musical shape in the four movements that form Huckleberry Finn Suite (A Lazy Town, Jim, The King and the Duke, Huckleberry’s Rag).

PROGRAM

Through thorough research of America’s folk music of the mid-19th century, this setting by Franco Cesarini has captured the magic of the breathtaking novel. MOVEMENT II | JIM “Jim, had a hair-ball as big as your fist, which had been took out of the fourth stomach of an ox. He said there was a spirit inside of it, and he knowed everything….” MOVEMENT IV | HUCKLEBERRY’S RAG “You don’t know about me, you have read a book by the name of ‘The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,’ but that ain’t no matter. That book was made by Mr. Mark Twain, and he told the truth, mainly.”

A KIND AND GENTLE SOUL

JAMESSWEARINGEN

James Swearingen’s talents as a performer, composer/arranger and educator include a background of extensive training and experience. He has earned degrees from Bowling Green State University and The Ohio State University. Mr. Swearingen is currently Professor of Music, Department Chair of Music Education and one of several resident composers at Capital University located in Columbus, Ohio. This prolific composer has penned many beautiful pieces. On this occasion, he has created yet another powerful and expressive composition that is highly reflective in nature. Composed in honor of a young boy who passed away far too soon, this emotional work is scored to evoke the kind traits that he displayed to the many people whose lives he touched. RYANSTRATEN | CONDUCTOR

CURTAIN CALL

THE DUKES OF WONDER

JOHNWASSON

BRIANBECK

John Wasson leads a busy life as a composer, arranger, producer and performer. Such notable organizations as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the U.S. Air Force “Airmen of Note,” The Gatlin Brothers, and the Dallas Brass have performed his works.

The Dukes of Wonder was commissioned by and dedicated to the members of the Artie Henry Middle School Honors Band and Robert T. Herrings, Conductor, for their 2014 TMEA CCC Honor Band performance.

John received his Bachelor of Music in Theory and his Master of Music in Trombone Performance at the University of North Texas, where he played in the internationally acclaimed One O’clock Lab Band, and was a teaching fellow in Jazz Arranging with Paris Rutherford. Curtain Call was originally composed for the Dallas Brass as part of a collection of works entitled Brass Grooves. Though originally written for 5 brass players and percussion, it really comes to life in this sparkling concert band setting. Conceived as a tribute to all the great finales, encores and reprises written for the stage, Curtain Call is a flashy, energetic flag-waver that features every section in the band! CYNTHIALANSFORD | GUEST CONDUCTOR

“Sir Duke,” by Stevie Wonder, was written as a tribute to Duke Ellington, a jazz pianist, who had an influence on Wonder as a musician. Drawing inspiration from “Sir Duke,” this piece is written in honor of the students and private lesson staff at Henry MS. Brian Beck’s arrangement has an R&B feel and a Funk groove, with jamming solos throughout … sure to make you “Feel it all over!” BILLYMCPHAIL | SAXOPHONE GILBERTELORREAGA | TRUMPET DR. BILLYGAYMAN | BASS TROMBONE HECTORGIL | DRUMSET ELIZABETHLOVE | BASS & HARP, RUNNING BRUSHY MS DAVIDJEFTS | PIANO , VISTA RIDGE HS

DR. GRADUS AD PARNASSUM

CLAUDEDEBUSSY | ARR. MICHAEL J.BRITT Originally written for solo piano, Gradus ad Parnassum (“Steps to Parnassus”) is an ingenious study in finger independence with a Twentieth Century vocabulary. The Percussion Ensemble is of medium advanced difficulty and requires experienced performers. In the middle, the ensemble slows down and creates a very calm oceanic-like atmosphere, soon to get wilder and finish with a bang. This work is the first of six pieces from the Children’s Corner by Claude Debussy. It is dedicated to Debussy’s daughter, Claude-Emma, who was three years old at the time. The pieces are not intended to be played by children, but are meant to be evocative of childhood and some of the toys in Claude-Emma’s toy collection. Claude-Emma was born on October 30, 1905 in Paris, and is described as a lively and friendly child who was adored by her father. FEATURING MEMBERS OF THE 2012-2013 PERCUSSION SECTION HECTORGIL | CONDUCTOR

THE STARS AND STRIPES FOREVER

JOHN PHILIPSOUSA | EDITED BY JOHN R.BOURGEOIS

Washington, D.C. native and legendary bandmaster John Philip Sousa (1854-1932) wrote a dozen operettas, six full-length operas, and over 100 marches, earning him the title “March King.” He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at an early age and went on to become the conductor of the President’s Own Marine Band at age 26. In 1892, he formed “Sousa and his Band,” which toured the United States and the world under his directorship for the next forty years to great acclaim. The Stars and Stripes Forever (march) was written by Sousa on Christmas Day in 1896 and is considered the finest march ever written, and at the same time one of the most patriotic ever conceived. The march was performed on almost all of Mr. Sousa’s concerts and always drew tears to the eyes of the audience. On December 11, 1987, The Stars and Stripes Forever was designated the national march of the United States of America on a bill that passed in both houses of Congress. FEATURING MEMBERS OF THE 2012-2013 HONORS BAND

FLUTE MEGANCAMPAGNA 7 GABRIELACHAVEZ 7, 8 CHRISTOPHERDINH 6, 7, 8 MORGANJEITLER 7, 8, * SIONAKOWLESSAR 7, 8 SARAHKRENZER 7, 8 MACKENZIELAGRONE 7 AUBREYRUSCHHAUPT 6 JACKSI 7, 8 OBOE MATTHEWGLATTFELDER 7, 8, 9, * DIANAKING 7, 8 NOAHLEE BASSOON GRACESTEPHENS 7, 8, * SYDNEYWORSHAM

CLARINET CHRISTINEAHN 7 ERICCHEN 7, 8 SEOCHOI 7 ISAIAHEUFRACIO 7, 8, * HAYOUNGLEE 7, 8 MINSONGLEE 7 JILLIANSCHREIBER 2, 7, 8 WENDYSONG 7, 8 RACHELYOO 7, 8 BASS CLARINET ALYSSACABELLO 7, 8 SARAHWHANG 7, 8, 9, * ALTO SAX ETHANCERNOSEK TRISTANHALL SAMHARGRAVE 7, 8 HAVALYNNROBERTSON 5, 7, 8 KYLEZITTLOW 7, 8

TENOR SAX EZEKIELBLEVINS (NOT PICTURED) 7 BARITONE SAX CAMERONPALADINO TRUMPET RONALDFISHER 2, 7, 8 CHLOEFRITSCHE 7, 8 RACHELKUTCHEY 7, 8 JADENLONG KYLESIKKEMA JILLIANWALDUM 6, 7 SYDNEYWEEKS 1, 7, 8 AVERYWOOD 1, 7, 8, 9, *

EUPHONIUM JACOBHINES 7, 8 KANG-CHEMA 7, 8, 9 REESENIEMIETZ 7, 8 HORN GAETANOBURAGLIA 7, 8, * AARONEACOTT 7 EMMAHARDIN 3, 7, 8 KENDRASMITH (NOT PICTURED) 7, 8 GILLIANWARWICK 7, 8 TENOR TROMBONE GRAYBEASLEY 7, 8 AIDENGUNDERSEN 4, 7, 8, 9, * ABIGAILJABLON 3, 7 CLARENCELILLEY 7, 8 VICTORORONA 7, 8 BASS TROMBONE RYANPETERSON 7, 8, 9, *

TUBA THADDEUSCHERRY 7 ANDREWECKLUND 7, 8, 9, * CRISTIANJAIMES 7 RYANRUIZ 7, 8 PERCUSSION COLECONNOR SHANECULLEN 7 SANG JUNHAN 7, 8, * XAVIERHERRMANN 7, 8, * KYLEJEITLER 7, 8 KYLELAWRENCE ANDREWMINNE LOGANMYERS 7, 8, *

1 – President 2 – Vice President 3 – Historian 4 – Librarian 5 – Secretary 6 – Band Council Representative 7 – All-District Band 8 – All-Region Band 9 – All-Region Orchestra * – All-Region First Chair

ARTIEHENRY

MIDDLE SCHOOL H O N O R S B A N D

FLUTE MEGANCAMPAGNA GABRIELACHAVEZ CHRISTOPHERDINH MORGANJEITLER SIONAKOWLESSAR SARAHKRENZER MACKENZIELAGRONE AUBREYRUSCHHAUPT JACKSI

OBOE MATTHEWGLATTFELDER DIANAKING NOAHLEE BASSOON GRACESTEPHENS SYDNEYWORSHAM

CLARINET CHRISTINEAHN ERICCHEN SEOCHOI ISAIAHEUFRACIO HAYOUNGLEE MINSONGLEE JILLIANSCHREIBER WENDYSONG RACHELYOO

BASS CLARINET

SAXOPHONES

ALYSSACABELLO

ALTO SAX: ETHANCERNOSEK, TRISTANHALL, SAMHARGRAVE, HAVALYNNROBERTSON, KYLEZITTLOW

SARAHWHANG

TENOR SAX: EZEKIELBLEVINS (NOT PICTURED) BARITONE SAX: CAMERONPALADINO

TRUMPET

FRENCH HORN

RONALDFISHER

KYLESIKKEMA

GAETANOBURAGLIA

CHLOEFRITSCHE

JILLIANWALDUM

AARONEACOTT

RACHELKUTCHEY

SYDNEYWEEKS

EMMAHARDIN

JADENLONG

AVERYWOOD

KENDRASMITH (NOT PICTURED) GILLIANWARWICK

TROMBONE GRAYBEASLEY AIDENGUNDERSEN ABIGAILJABLON CLARENCELILLEY VICTORORONA RYANPETERSON

EUPHONIUM JACOBHINES KANG-CHEMA REESENIEMIETZ TUBA THADDEUSCHERRY ANDREWECKLUND CRISTIANJAIMES RYANRUIZ

PERCUSSION COLECONNOR SHANECULLEN SANG JUNHAN XAVIERHERRMANN KYLEJEITLER KYLELAWRENCE ANDREWMINNE LOGANMYERS

2012-2013 | HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS BAND FLUTE CHRISTOPHERDINH ADRIANAGUTIERREZ* MINHWANG* MORGANJEITLER SIONAKOWLESSAR MACKENZIELAGRONE JACKSI

ALTO SAX SAMHARGRAVE ANTHONYREINEHR* KAYLAWALKER * KYLEZITTLOW

OBOE RACHELCAMPAGNA* CASSIECHRISTIAN* HYUNG JOOLEE*

BARITONE SAX PATRICKLEMANCZYK*

BASSOON ELIZABETHMURRAY* GRACESTEPHENS CLARINET ISAIAHEUFRACIO AUDREYGIBSON* HAYOUNGLEE MINSONGLEE JESSICAMINNE JILLIANSCHREIBER KAYLINTAM* BASS CLARINET ALYSSACABELLO SARAHWHANG

TENOR SAX CURTISHARRISON*

TRUMPET NISHALDESAI* RONALDFISHER PAUL RYANPOULIN-LEATH RYANRICHARDS* SIGURJONSTEFANSSON * SYDNEYWEEKS AVERYWOOD FRENCH HORN GAETANOBURAGLIA COOPERFRYAR* EMMAHARDIN MONICAORONA* KATHERINEROSSMILLER* KENDRASMITH

TROMBONE MASONCLARK* JAMESDEERE* CLAIREENTREKIN* AIDENGUNDERSEN GARRETTHARLAN* DAVIDJONES* RYANPETERSON MAXWELLS EUPHONIUM JACOBHINES DAVIDJEFTS* BRANDONRAWLS* TUBA ANDREWECKLUND CRISTIANJAIMES ANTONIOPETERSON* PERCUSSION LAURENBROWN* BENJAMINGOSTKOWSKI* SANG JUNHAN ADAMJAGEN* AMANDAJONES FREDYLOPEZ-DURANTE* NOAHURBANOVSKY*

*Denotes 2013-2014 freshman performing on this afternoon’s concert

Denotes Area Qualifier Denotes All-State Band Member

CCC HONOR BAND SUBMISSION: FLORENTINER MARCH | JULIUSFUCIK/FREDERICKFENNELL SHELTERING SKY | JOHNMACKEY CANDIDE SUITE, MVMTS I-IV | LEONARDBERNSTEIN/CLAREGRUNDMAN

CYNTHIALANSFORD | GUEST CONDUCTOR

After graduating with a degree in Music Education from Texas Tech University in 1976, Cindy Lansford began her teaching career at Robert E. Lee High School in her hometown, Baytown, Texas. After relocating to north Texas in 1978, she began a 12-year stint in the Plano Independent School District, first at Plano Senior High School, followed by 10 years at Carpenter Middle School. In 1991, Ms. Lansford joined the Birdville Independent School District and taught at Haltom High School with Greg Hull and David Bertman. It was there that she began studying with Eddie Green, Professor Emeritus, University of Houston. In 1996, she moved to North Ridge Middle School in the BISD, where she taught with James Smith until her retirement in 2007. During her tenure at Carpenter, Ms. Lansford was named Teacher of the Year and was a recipient of the Ross Perot Excellence in Teaching Award. She was again named Teacher of the Year at North Ridge. Ms. Lansford served on the Prescribed Music List selection committee 2002-2006, and she served her regions throughout the years in various leadership positions. She has been a frequent presenter at conventions for both Texas and Oklahoma Music Educators Associations. She has also been a frequent presenter at the Texas and Oklahoma Bandmasters Associations as well as through the TBA Professional Development program. In 2008, Ms. Lansford received the Meritorious Achievement Award from the Texas Bandmasters Association. The bands under Ms. Lansford’s direction enjoyed much success throughout the years. Continuous achievement at UIL contests, numerous festivals, as well as state recognition were the norm, and individual student accomplishments were status quo. In 2004, the North Ridge Middle School Band was awarded the prestigious Sudler Cup award presented by the John Philip Sousa Foundation to outstanding middle school bands. In 2005, the North Ridge Honors Band performed at the Fifty-Ninth Annual Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago. In 2006, the North Ridge Band was the first middle school band program to be recognized by the Texas Bandmasters Association as “An Exemplary Program.” The 2007-2008 school year marked the first year of retirement from a public school position for Ms. Lansford, and she started her second “career” doing freelance work as a consultant, clinician, mentor, adjudicator and teacher. She has been in contact with hundreds of teachers and thousands of students through region bands and band camps throughout the South and Midwest as well as one-on-one work with individual programs and teachers. Ms. Lansford resides in Keller with her husband, Gary Whitman, professor of clarinet at Texas Christian University. He is the bass clarinetist for the Fort Worth Symphony and is a past president of the International Clarinet Association. They are enjoying numerous travel opportunities through their association with these institutions as well as an occasional vacation. Ms. Lansford’s professional affiliations include Texas Bandmasters Association, Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Music Adjudicators Association, and she is currently serving as vice president of Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Mu.

BILLYMCPHAIL | GUEST SOLOIST

Saxophonist Billy McPhail has performed in various venues around the country and internationally. He has performed as a member and soloist with many distinguished ensembles to include the San Antonio Symphony and the University of Texas and Victoria College Wind Ensembles, and with conductors such as Mitch Miller, Jerry Junkin, and David Effron. Mr. McPhail holds a Bachelor of Music from The University of Texas at Austin, where his principal saxophone teacher was Harvey Pittel. Mr. McPhail is also active as a chamber musician, joining The ELISION Saxophone Quartet in 2001, as a Texas Commission on the Arts Touring Roster member. Mr. McPhail can be heard on ESQ’s debut recording, LIVE Through the Years, which is available on Equilibrium Records. Mr. McPhail also performs with The Nash Hernandez Orchestra, the longest running big band in Austin, Texas, as well as many other musical projects. Mr. McPhail has served as saxophone instructor for Temple College as well as the Leander, Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Lake Travis, Victoria, and Bloomington school districts. He maintains a distinguished studio of private lesson students, and frequently leads master classes and adjudicates for school districts and regions across Texas.

GILBERTELORREAGA | GUEST SOLOIST Gilbert A. Elorreaga began his formal studies at Texas State University in San Marcos, Texas where he received his Bachelor of Music degree in 2003. He currently teaches private trumpet lessons in Leander and Round Rock Independent School Districts. As a performer, he is a member of the Grammy award winning Latin Fusion band, Grupo Fantasma. In addition to touring with Fantasma, Gilbert is also a founding member of their successful spinoff funk band, Brownout. Both Grupo Fantasma and Brownout have performed all over the United States, Canada, and Europe. Gilbert has performed at the Kennedy Center, North Sea Jazz Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival, Coachella, Austin City Limits, and most recently, in Iraq where he performed for the U.S troops. Mr. Elorreaga has performed with Prince, Larry Harlow, Spoon, Maceo Parker as well as many others. Gilbert lives in Austin, Texas with his wife, two beautiful daughters, and two dogs.

BILLYGAYMAN | GUEST SOLOIST Billy Gayman, Bass Trombonist, is currently the Bass Trombonist with the Round Rock Symphony Orchestra, and Professor of Trombone at Austin Community College. He is a founding member of the Austinbones trombone quartet, as well as the Austin City Brass Quintet. He also serves as director of the Austin Trombone Camp, a summer festival held annually for Middle school and High school students. He and his family reside in Round Rock. Prior to moving to Austin, Billy graduated from Azle High school, and he attended the University of Texas at Arlington. While at UTA, Billy served as a member of the Trombone Choir, winners of the 1995 International Trombone Association’s Emory Remington Award. In 1998, he graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Music Theory and Composition. After graduating from UTA, Billy moved to Austin to enroll in the graduate music program at UT, serving as the trombone studio teaching assistant from 2000-2004. While at UT, he earned his Master’s degree in performance in 2000, and his Doctor of Musical Arts degree in 2004. During his time at UT, he has served as a member of UT Trombone Choir, winners of the 2002 International Trombone Association’s Emory Remington Award. In the fall of 2000, Billy served as leader and a founding member of the award winning UT Jazz Bones, winners of the 2001 International Trombone Association’s Kai Winding Award. As a Tenor and Bass trombonist, Dr. Gayman has performed across the United States and beyond at venues such as the International Trombone Festival, Eastern Trombone Workshop, New York Brass Conference, Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Texas Music Educators Association conference, College Band Directors National Association Convention, Texas Trombone Symposium, as well as the Brazilian Trombone Festival at Universidade do Vale do Rio dos Sinos. He has performed with several professional orchestras, including the Fort Worth Symphony, Austin Symphony, Abilene Philharmonic, as well as several regional orchestras. Dr. Gayman also has performed with several jazz groups in the central Texas area.

LEANDER ISD | HONOR GROUPS TEXAS MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION | INVITED CHOIRS

WESTERN INTERNATIONAL BAND CLINIC | PERFORMANCES

Vista Ridge HS Mixed Choir, 2014 — Steve White

Henry MS Honors Band, 2013 — Robert Herrings

Henry MS Treble Choir, 2012 — Michelle Hank

Wiley MS Honors Band, 2012 — Garland Chiasson

Henry MS Treble Choir, 2008 — Kimberly Williams

Henry MS Honors Band, 2009 — Robert Herrings

Cedar Park MS Mixed Choir, 2003 — Brenda Justice TEXAS MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION | HONOR BANDS

THE JOHN PHILIP SOUSA FOUNDATION | SUDLER SILVER CUP RECIPIENTS

Cedar Park HS Wind Ensemble, 2014 — Steve Wessels

Henry MS, 2011 — Robert Herrings

Henry MS Honors Band, 2014 — Robert Herrings

Cedar Park MS, 2008 — Manuel C. San Luis

Henry MS Honors Band, 2010 — Robert Herrings Leander HS Wind Ensemble, 1994 — Dennis Hopkins

THE JOHN PHILIP SOUSA FOUNDATION | SUDLER SHIELD RECIPIENTS

MIDWEST BAND AND ORCHESTRA CLINIC | PERFORMANCES

Cedar Park HS, 2006 – Steve Wessels

Henry MS Trombone Ensemble 2012 — Robert Herrings Cedar Park MS Saxophone Ensemble 2011 — Manuel C. San Luis Henry MS Honors Band 2010 — Robert Herrings Cedar Park MS Symphonic Band 2007 — Manuel C. San Luis

LEANDER ISD | FAMILY OF BAND DIRECTORS VISTA RIDGE | HIGH SCHOOL

ROUSE | HIGH SCHOOL

FOUR POINTS | MIDDLE SCHOOL

BRYANCHRISTIAN

LEECROCHET

CHRISTOPHERYEE

KYLERUSCHHAUPT

BRITTANYDACY

JESSICAGONZALES

HECTORGIL

JAREDMORGAN

ERICMILLS

ARTJIMENEZ CEDAR PARK | HIGH SCHOOL STEVEWESSELS EVANVAN DOREN JASONROBB ROLANDCHAVEZ LEANDER | HIGH SCHOOL NILSGUNDERSEN LAURACROSS ROBERTSELAIDEN JUANCARRERA

VANDERGRIFT | HIGH SCHOOL JEREMYSPICER MIKEHOWARD STEPHANIEGROTE PAULPAPE CANYON RIDGE | MIDDLE SCHOOL AMYALLISON CARTERMATSCHEK JOSHUAMUÑOZ CEDAR PARK | MIDDLE SCHOOL MANUELSAN LUIS DAVIDBARNES BRITNIDUNN

LEANDER | MIDDLE SCHOOL CATHYTELTSCHIK SARAROBISON RUNNING BRUSHY | MIDDLE SCHOOL VANROBISON MARKURBINA LIZLOVE STILES | MIDDLE SCHOOL DARCYWILLIAMS JENNAYEE WILEY | MIDDLE SCHOOL GARLANDCHIASSON JENNIFERARNOLD KARENKACHELMEIER

PLATINUM | SPONSORS

Dr. John Tarlton, P.C.

THANK YOU,

Terrence Kitchens

GOLD | SPONSORS Henry Middle School PTA Luciano and Magdalena Chavez

SILVER | SPONSORS Austin National – Nikki Naylor B&B Iron & Metal Co. INC Charlene Haverlah Charles Naron & Joyce Wilson Complete Music, Video & Photo David K. Umansky, DDS, PA Froyoz – Cedar Park Hyunsook Chang Izzo Family Judith Whang Kelly Garcia Leah Hargrave Lynn Woods Nitro Swimming Noshi Sushi Ron & Judy Willard Ryan Connor State Farm Agency Strait Music Co. Tom & Nell Pritchard Wells Fargo Bank N. Lakeline Branch Zero Gravity Gymnastics and Cheer

BRONZE | SPONSORS Allen & Ruthie Segal Bright Star Academy Schools Dr. Steven Smith, Orthodontist Glen & Annette Ruschhaupt Jan & Kenny Leckie Joshua Yoo & Family Kenny Niemietz Local Slice Lori & James Maillart Luis and Leanne Morales Will & Bonnie Williams

SPONSORS Luciano and Esther Chavez Richard & Judy Austin Richard C. Blackwell, Jr., DDS

PARTNERS IN MUSIC EDUCATION SPONSORS!

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS | TO THE 2012-2013 HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS BAND | From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you very much for all of your hard work and dedication to this Art. You are a very special group of kids that I will never forget. Your commitment to excellence paved the road for this invitation to perform at the Western International Band Clinic, and I love and admire each and every one of you. TO THE 2013-2014 HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS BAND | Thank you for your hard word, kind spirits, your patience and the countless hours spent preparing for this concert. We, the directors, admire you more than you will ever know, and we are honored to be called your teachers. You are each unique and extremely gifted in so many ways. Throughout our preparation, you have worked together as a loving family and have given everyone in your path an inspirational reminder of honorable human possibilities. I am truly blessed to teach you each day and I admire you more than you will ever know. You are truly my greatest inspiration! TO DR. BRET CHAMPION, SUPERINTENDENT OF LEANDER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES | Thank you for your continued and steadfast support of the Fine Arts programs in LISD. TO DR. DAVID ELLIS, STEVE BRITTON, REBECCA OWEN AND KATY WEEKS | We have worked together for 10 years, and I could not ask for a more supportive administration. Your steadfast support, wisdom and guidance are invaluable, and you have helped shape me into the educator that I am today. You will always hold a very special place in my heart. TO OUR PRIVATE LESSON STAFF | Words cannot express our sincere appreciation and gratitude for your commitment to our program and our students. You are the backbone of our success, and your dedication and expertise continue to elevate our program to new heights. TO DAVID JEFTS | You are such a smart and incredibly talented young man. Thanks for sharing your talents with us! You helped make this performance possible, and even more special today. TO ELIZABETH LOVE | Words cannot express our gratitude for all the kindness and generosity you have shown the students at Henry Middle School. Thank you so much for making this performance even more special and memorable for our students. You are truly one of a kind. I love your face!! TO OUR PARENT COMMITTEES | Thank you for ALL of your service to the students and this program. An organization is only as strong as the support behind it and you guys are true ambassadors! TO MAGGIE CHAVEZ & KAREN HARDIN | Where do I begin? Thank you so much for the endless love you show our kids and the directors. You are always there to rescue us and offer help. Your benevolence and service to the kids and the program will never be forgotten. You are a blessing. TO BOBBI PRUITT, RICHARD FLORES AND MUSIC & ARTS | Thank you so much for your help in securing piccolos for today’s performance. Your service to the music community is astounding! TO MAGGIE CHAVEZ, AMY JABLON, AMY RENFROE, AND DEBBIE TAM | Thank you for your help with uniform alterations! Even in a last minute situation, you guys never let the kids down. Thank you for your service! TO SHEILA OLENICH | Thank you for the countless hours you put into the Fine Arts programs in LISD. The work you do and the battles you fight help our students in more ways than you will ever realize. We all truly appreciate you. You’re an angel! TO THE HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL FACULTY AND STAFF | Your continued support of our students and all the Fine Arts programs at HMS is astounding. Thank you for believing in our kids, making a daily impact on our students each day, and providing them the opportunity to experience music on this level. TO COLLIN PAGEL | You are truly one of a kind, and one of the best student teachers we have ever had at Henry Middle School. Thank you for all your help in preparation for this concert, as well as your help today. Your future is bright! TO THE VISTA RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL BAND STAFF AND BOOSTERS | Your support of the band program at HMS is endless and we appreciate you more than you will ever know. Thank you for all of your help!

SPECIAL THANKS | TO MY MOM AND GRANDMOTHER | Thank you for believing in me and encouraging me to follow my dreams. None of this would have happened without your love, patience and support. Both of you are special gifts that God gave to me and I cherish you beyond words. I love you! TO RYAN STRATEN, CHRISTINA WISHART & HECTOR GIL | Thank you so much for all of your hard work, time and dedication to our kids and our program. I am truly grateful to work with an amazing team that I can call my friends. Thanks to each of you for your patience, guidance, discipline and love. You are a blessing to the kids and to me. TO THE FAMILIES OF THE HENRY MIDDLE SCHOOL HONORS BAND | Thank you so much for your continued and endless support of the band program and music education! Your unwavering dedication, sacrifices and flexibility truly displays your love for your child, and the passion involved with producing the quality musical performance presented today. Thank you for all that you have done so that our students can be successful, and for allowing me the privilege of teaching them each day. TO CINDY LANSFORD | Words cannot express the gratitude I have for you and your family. Thank you for all of your help, guidance, inspiration and belief in our kids and our program. The talents and knowledge you possess have helped take our kids to the next level, and the end result presented today is a direct reflection of your mentorship. You are truly invaluable in every aspect of the word. You are not just a colleague, you are a great friend! TO ROBIN WILSON | From being my middle school band director to designing our beautiful programs, you have been a true inspiration in my life. Thanks for sharing your talents with my kids and this program. You help make this performance even more special for the students and their families, and provide them with a long lasting memory they will never forget. You are incredible! TO MANUEL SAN LUIS | God put you on this earth to not only be a mentor, but also as one of the greatest inspirations for my students and this staff. Your love, passion and guidance truly shape the minds you come in contact with. You inspire and uplift us. You are truly a blessing from God. TO MY LISD MS BAND “FAMILY” | Cara Vernon, Amy Allison, Manuel San Luis, Chris Yee, Darcy Williams, Carter Matschek, David Barnes, Britni Dunn, Jessica Gonzales, Josh Muñoz and Jenna Yee — I am so grateful to call you my friends. Each of you is a blessing to me and you will always be an unconditional friend. TO COLLEAGUES AND FRIENDS FOR WHOM I AM GRATEFUL | Including, but not limited to: Michael Haithcock, Jeff Grogan, Kevin Sedatole, Barry Hopper, Peter Warshaw, Matthew McInturf, Mary Ellen Cavitt, Frances Hudson, Betty Pierce, Cynthia Lansford, John Curtin, Paul Crockett, Melodianne Mallow, Jackie Fullerton, Jack Green, Susan Young, Robin Wilson, Rachel Lynn, Ryan Johnstone, Rebecca Allen, Bryan Christian, Kyle Ruschhaupt, Hector Gil, Manuel San Luis, Amy Allison, David Barnes, Chris Yee, Jessica Gonzales, Carter Matschek, Darcy Williams, Jenna Yee, Josh Mello, Rich Patenaude, Mark Calima, Ryan Brittain, Rick Rodriguez & Megan Wike. Thank you! TO GOD, for all your blessings!

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