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IN PERFORMANCE AT THE

NATIONAL CONCERT FESTIVAL

RYAN STRATEN Director of Bands

LISA MANSON

Associate Director

KHADIJA MERRILL Associate Director

CHAD MASON

Percussion Director

BUTLER UNIVERSITY Schrott Center for Performing Arts Indianapolis, Indiana Friday, March 13, 2020 4:00 PM

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KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Office of the Superintendent _____________________________________________________________________ 350 Keller Parkway Keller, Texas 76248

Dr. Rick Westfall Superintendent

March 2020 Dear Music for All National Concert Band Festival Attendees, Keller Independent School District is delighted that the Timberview Middle School Wind Ensemble will be a featured performance at the 2020 Music for All National Concert Band Festival. These musicians have put in countless hours of practice and performance time honing their skills, so it is truly a privilege to have this talented group of students selected for such a highly sought-after honor. I have no doubt they will shine when they perform for you today.

KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT DEPARTMENT OF FINE ARTS 350 KELLER PARKWAY KELLER, TEXAS 76248 PHONE: 817-744-1029

Dear Music for All, An opportunity to perform at the 2019 National Concert Band Festival is an honor cherished by any band, and on behalf of the Timberview Middle School Wind Ensemble, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the invitation to perform. It is an incomparable occasion both for the ensemble and the Keller Independent School District. I could not be more proud of our Director of Bands, Ryan Straten, for his hard work, dedication, and perseverance in leading and educating these wonderful students.

At Keller ISD, we place a great importance on incorporating the arts into educating our students. We are so thankful for organizations like Music for All and their commitment to supporting and nurturing music as a vital component in education. We are equally grateful for its recognition of excellence and accomplishment, as we strive to instill in Keller students the value of hard work in developing their talents. Although we encourage participation, we also urge our faculty and students to challenge themselves to reach greater heights than perhaps they thought possible. Organizations such as Music for All functions as a vital partner in the education of young artists.

As the Fine Arts Director of Keller ISD, my job is to remain an educator, while working diligently to be an advocate. Supporting Fine Arts teachers like Ryan Straten, Lisa Manson, and Khadija Merrill, who works tirelessly for their students, is the cornerstone of my job. The achievements of this ensemble would not be possible without the exceptional leadership of Mr. Straten, whose discipline, innovative thinking and love for music provides a strong foundation for his students. Ryan works hard to innovate the process of teaching band. Lisa is a hardworking educator who dedicates herself to the development of our young musicians, while seeing every child as unique and valuing them as people. Khadija has an infectious joy and energy and passes it on to the students she works with. Without Ms. Manson and Mrs. Merrill this honor would not be possible. We are thrilled to see their efforts being recognized.

Once again, thank you so very much for honoring the Timberview Middle School Wind Ensemble with such a wonderful opportunity. With humility and joy, we accept this opportunity to share the exceptional efforts and enthusiasm our district has produced with other students, teachers, administrators, parents, and musicians across the nation.

With thanks,

KIM BLANN

Director of Fine Arts Keller Independent School District

The TMS band program has seen tremendous growth and amazing success over the past two years. In addition to earning a spot in this year’s Music For All Festival, the TMS Wind Ensemble was most recently named a National Winner in the Foundation for Music Education's Mark of Excellence project. In addition, TMS bands are consistent UIL Sweepstakes recipients and continually place a record number of students in both the District and Region band audition process.

The achievements of this ensemble would not be possible without the exceptional leadership of Timberview Middle School Band Director Ryan Straten, whose discipline, dedication, and love for music provides a strong foundation for his students. In addition, Keller ISD Fine Arts Director Kim Blann’s unwavering support and efforts to enhance the District’s music programs, as well as her passion for the arts, is an undeniable asset for which we are most grateful.

In closing, I would like to congratulate the members of the Timberview Middle School Wind Ensemble for the hard work, diligence, and commitment that they demonstrate in both their studies and their craft; as well as express my gratitude to the Music for All organization for providing the resources necessary to continue enriching fine arts programs across the nation.

Kindest regards,

Dr. Rick Westfall Keller ISD Superintendent

KELLER INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT The community of Keller ISD will educate our students to achieve their highest standards of performance by engaging them in exceptional opportunities.

_____________________________________________________________________ 350 Keller Parkway Keller, Texas 76248

Cindy Lotton, President Keller ISD Board of Trustees

March 2020

To the Students and Staff of Timberview Middle School Band Program,

I would like to congratulate you for being chosen to participate in the Music For All National Concert Band Festival this year! I understand you have worked very hard to make this honor a reality. The TMS Band program has seen much success and growth in the past few years due to the excellent leadership of Mr. Straten and his team.

I have heard of your excellent reputation in UIL competitions, both in the district and the region. We are always proud and excited to hear about the great things that are happening in our wonderful KISD Fine Arts programs. I will be anxious to hear all about your experience and look forward to seeing you perform very soon.

Congratulations again on your wonderful accomplishment!

Mrs. Cindy Lotton, President Keller ISD Board of Trustees

Our vision: An exceptional district in which to learn, work, and live.

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about Keller Independent School District

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eller Independent School District (KISD) serves a diverse and fast-growing community, and while keeping pace with the ever-changing landscape, the district holds true to its history of excellence.

The district serves more than 35,000 students in portions of the cities of Colleyville, Fort Worth, Haltom City, Hurst, North Richland Hills, Southlake, Watauga, Westlake, and the entire city of Keller. Its 51 square miles encompasses the third-largest land area in Tarrant County.

KISD employs more than 4,000 staff members including just over 2,700 classroom instructional employees. Everything Keller ISD employees do is focused on providing an exceptional educational experience for students whether it be teaching in the classroom, maintaining the facilities our students use, or offering support and guidance for students and staff alike.

about Timberview Middle School

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imberview Middle School is part of the Keller Independent School district, located north of Fort Worth, Texas. The school was established in 2010 and currently serves over 1,200 students in grades 5-8. It is an ethnically diverse school with 60.6% Caucasian, 16% Hispanic, 11% African American, 7.7% Asian, and 4.7% other student population.

Keller ISD Administration Superintendent Dr. Rick Westfall Chief of Schools Cecil McDaniel Director of Fine Arts Kim Blann Assistant Director of Fine Arts David Wright

Timberview Middle School Administration Principal Charles Erwin Assistant Principals Katie Schuttler Sarah McMurdo Justin Hennig Ruben Dominguez

Keller ISD HONOR GROUPS TEXAS MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION HONOR BANDS

MUSIC FOR ALL NATIONAL CONCERT FESTIVAL PERFORMANCES

Indian Springs MS Wind Ensemble, CCC 2016 David Puckett, Director

Timberview MS Wind Ensemble, 2020 Ryan Straten, Director

Keller HS Wind Ensemble, AAAA 2000 Mark McGahey, Director MIDWEST CLINIC PERFORMANCES Timber Creek HS Saxophone Ensemble, 2019 Daniel Malacon, Director Keller MS Wind Ensemble, 2018 Jedidiah Maus, Director Indian Springs MS Wind Ensemble, 2014 David Puckett, Director Keller HS Chamber Ensemble, 2012 Darla McBryde, Director

Central HS Wind Ensemble, 2019 Kevin McNulty, Director Central HS Percussion Ensemble, 2019 Matthew Stephens, Director Trinity Springs MS Wind Ensemble, 2019 Dean Surface, Director Indian Springs MS Wind Ensemble, 2017 David Puckett, Director

SUDLER CUP RECIPIENTS Indian Springs MS, 2013 David Puckett, Director SUDLER SHIELD RECIPIENTS Keller HS, 2015 Mark McGahey, Director WESTERN INTERNATIONAL BAND CLINIC PERFORMANCES Timber Creek HS Wind Ensemble, 2016 Darla McBryde, Director

about the Timberview Middle School Band Program

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he band program at Timberview Middle School serves 200 students, with seventh and eighth graders enrolled in one of three performing bands, and sixth grade beginning band classes in a homogeneous setting.

Over the past three years, the Timberview Bands have been consistent UIL Sweepstakes winners and have been well-represented at Solo and Ensemble contests, and TMEA All-Region Band auditions. Under the direction of Ryan Straten, Lisa Manson, Khadija Merrill, and Chad Mason, the TMS Bands have earned numerous honors and awards. In 2019, the TMS Wind Ensemble placed first at the Region level and Runner-up at the Area level of the Texas State Honor Band competition. The Wind Ensemble recently earned distinction as a National Wind Band Honors Class A Winner and was invited to perform at the 2020 Music For All National Concert Band Festival in Indianapolis, Indiana.

To improve their individual skills and musicianship, all students in the TMS Band Timberview Middle School band directors (pictured left to program attend weekly section rehearsals, and right) Khadija Merrill, Ryan Straten, and Lisa Manson. many students take advantage of the opportunity for private lessons through the KISD Music Enrichment Program. In addition to their involvement in band activities, TMS Band students are also active in other activities, including National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, Yearbook, Athletics, Art, Choir, Cheerleading, 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 community in a very short amount of time.

Keller ISD Family of Band Directors Keller High School Mark McGahey, Ryan Heath, Daniel Bloss, Frank Chapple Fossil Ridge High School Brad Allen, Blake Warren, Ben Moore Central High School Kevin McNulty, Kai Rudnick, Joshua Balli, Matthew Stephens Timber Creek High School James Barnes, Daniel Malacon, Connor Barnette, Chad Mason

Fossil Hill Middle School Darlene Janeski, Allison Speziale, James Crixell Keller Middle School Jedidiah Maus Alex Johnson, Madeline Gregory Trinity Springs Middle School Dean Surface, Aaron Trewitt, Quentin Knox Indian Springs Middle School David Puckett, Madison Johnson, Kara Rhodes Hillwood Middle School Jessica Maus Zachary Woolhouse, Ana Castellani Vista Ridge Middle School Jennifer Alcocer, Joshua Smith, Emily Edwards

Timberview MS Band Private Lesson Staff FLUTE Mary Sanchez

TRUMPET Matthew Urbanek

OBOE Catherine Wardle

HORN Tyler Bjerke Laura Chicarello

BASSOON Christian Gonzalez CLARINET Dr. Leslie Simmons SAXOPHONE JosĂŠ Barrientos

TROMBONE Grant Futch EUPHONIUM Blake Birmingham TUBA Daniel Larsen PERCUSSION Al Dunn

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ola Flores is a Spanish paso doble and one of Terig Tucci’s most famous works. The anticipation and pageantry of a bullfight as matadors majestically enter the ring can be heard throughout the piece. Lola Flores was a dark-haired flamenco dancer who toured the Americas in 1952. She became a prominent actress and singer by 1965, having made thirty-three films and recording twenty-four albums. Among her many admirers was said to be the Argentinian composer, Terig Tucci, who likely composed this work with her in mind.

Shadows Unleashed

by BRIAN BALMAGES – Grade 1.5

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ommissioned by the Dover Middle School Bands of Dover, Ohio, Shadows Unleashed exudes a dark and mischievous character. This inventive work paints a picture of shadows moving into and out of darkness as they carry on a wild ritualistic dance. Playful at times and sinister at others, the haunting melody builds into a fury of harmonic and melodic activity. A simple piano part and vocal effects add depth and sophistication to this incredibly powerful work.

Lisa Manson, conductor

Incantation and Dance

by JOHN BARNES CHANCE – Grade 5

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ncantation and Dance is the first composition for band by John Barnes Chance. It was composed for the Greensboro Senior High Band and Director Herbert Hazelman and was premiered on Wednesday, November 16, 1960. The original title for the work was Nocturne and Dance, but when Chance later revised the composition, he not only deleted thirty-one measures, but changed the name to its current title. The “Incantation” section of the work formally serves as an introduction and presents a thirteenmeasure theme from which all other melodic material is derived. The “Dance” section begins quietly with the building of a complex and driving rhythmic pattern in the percussion. As the rest of the band enters, the music becomes more and more frenzied, continuing its wild dance with complete abandon up to the final measure.

On the Kerry Shore

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n the Kerry Shore is a tribute to a beautiful harbor town in Ireland named Dingle. The piece begins with a steady percussion texture, meant to represent placid seas with a cool morning breeze blowing in. Small snippets of the melody represent the gentle rise and fall of the surf on the shore. A subtle combination of ocean drum and ship’s bell complete the nautical picture. On the Kerry Shore was commissioned and premiered by the Cedar Park Winds at the 2017 Midwest Clinic. This work is dedicated to the composer’s wife, Noel.

Robert Herrings, guest conductor

Suite Provencale, Movements I & II

by JAN VAN DER ROOST – Grade 4

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uite Provençale was composed for symphonic band in 1989. It is a four-movement suite based on authentic folk tunes from the southern region of France named Provence. Each of the movement titles is in an old French/Latin language called Catalan. Each movement reflects the character of the particular folk song. The first movement, “Un ange a fa la crido” (the plea, or appeal, of the angel), is like a bourrée, an old French dance. Movement two, “Adam e sa Coumpagnou” (Adam and his companion) is an old love song.

Dixieland Struttin’

by ERIC OSTERLING – Grade 2

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ixieland, sometimes referred to as “hot jazz” or “traditional jazz”, is a style of jazz based on the music that developed in New Orleans at the start of the 20th century. The essential elements of this style of music with traditional front lines of trumpets, trombones, and clarinets, with ensemble improvisation over a two-beat rhythm, is captured in this attainable work for young bands by the composer, Eric Osterling.

Khadija Merrill, conductor

Carnaval de Brasil

by MICHAEL STORY – Grade 3

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arnaval de Brasil was commissioned by the Vermilion County, Illinois Catholic Grade Schools and the Schlarman High School Concert Band. This celebration of salsa music begins with an evocative introduction that is followed by an array of salsa rhythmic styles. Included are the mambo, the cha-cha, and the son-montuno, which differ widely. An equally wide assortment of tone colors and textures are explored in this work by Michael Story.

FLUTE Madaline Aguayo Petra Bocek Sarah Burns Stacy Klahm Angela Shehata Emily Sylvester Dylan Tauscheck

OBOE Preston Talbot Elena Van Ronk BASSOON Miles Collingwood Jonah Severance

CLARINET Georgia Castillo Mia Clark Lawrence LeMond Ellie Scaggs Ryan Tran Ashley Waihenya Joshua Ziegler

BASS CLARINET Melody Hernandez Kayleigh Stanhope ALTO SAX Seth Allen Connor Lee Isabella Mendoza Peter Pham

BARI SAX Dominic McGrath TRUMPET Luke Duncan Hayden Groene Sara Howard Tatum Lamberth

TRUMPET (CONTINUED) Isaac Parrish Gabrielle Sink Samuel Stackable Nyjah Warren

HORN Keira Evans Emma Holland Ethan Jones Mia Komolka-Benavides Braden Ridgley Sophia Wernet

TROMBONE Hannah Berezich Griffin Crow Thomas Czarny Samuel Kuntz Joshua Lucas Nikolaus Tharaldson

EUPHONIUM Ethan Evans Brady Vaughn TUBA Joshua Krahulec Rohil Patel Ethan Pathoummachith Melissa Waltke

PERCUSSION Brady Bartnicki Edward Castro Marcus Melon Braden Steele Max Whitaker

Ryan M. Straten Director Ryan M. Straten is in his third year as Director of Bands at Timberview Middle School in Keller ISD and his twelfth year of teaching. Mr. Straten directs the Wind Ensemble, assists with the Symphonic and Concert Bands, and teaches the 6th grade beginning clarinet, trumpet, horn, and trombone classes.

Since Mr. Straten’s appointment at Timberview, the band program has placed a record number of students in the All-District and All-Region Band process. The TMS Wind Ensemble has received unanimous superior ratings at UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluation, earning them the coveted Sweepstakes Award every year since his appointment. The Wind Ensemble was recently named as a ‘Class A Winner’ in the Mark of Excellence National Wind Band Honors project as well being invited to perform at the 2020 Music For All National Concert Band Festival in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Before coming to Keller ISD, Mr. Straten served as the Director of Bands at Williams Middle School in Rockwall ISD for two years and Highland Park Middle School/ McCulloch Intermediate School for one year. Under his direction, both organizations placed a record number of students in the All-Region Band process, received unanimous first division ratings at UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Evaluations, and were named Best in Class and Overall Outstanding Middle School Band at the Lone Star Showcase of Music Festival. Prior to his appointment in Highland Park, Mr. Straten was the Associate Director at Artie Henry Middle School in Leander ISD where he directed the Symphonic Band and taught the clarinet, horn, trombone, and euphonium/tuba beginning band classes. His bands consistently received UIL Sweepstakes ratings, unanimous first division ratings, and Best in Class honors at festivals around the state. While at Henry, Mr. Straten was privileged to have been part of the team that led the Henry Band Program to two invitations and performances at the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, Illinois; the program’s second performance at the Western International Band Clinic in Seattle, Washington; it’s second Texas State CCC Honor Band title; and to the program being named a John Philip Sousa Sudler Silver Cup Award recipient.

Mr. Straten holds two Master’s degrees from Texas State University in Educational Leadership and Music Education, and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education. He is an active member of the Texas Music Educators Association, the Texas Bandmasters Association and the Texas Music Adjudicators Association.

Lisa Manson Associate Director Lisa Manson is currently in her ninth year of band directing and her sixth year at Timberview Middle School. Prior to coming to Keller ISD, Ms. Manson was the Music Director at First Baptist Academy for three years. Ms. Manson teaches the Symphonic Band, beginner flutes, saxophones, and tubas. She assists with the Wind Ensemble and the Concert Band.

Ms. Manson received her Bachelor of Music Education degree from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. While at SMU, she studied flute with Deborah Baron, associate principal flute and piccolo of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. She also performed in the Meadows Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Paul Phillips and the Meadows Wind Ensemble under the direction of Jack Delaney.

Ms. Manson is originally from Coppell, Texas, and is a graduate of Coppell High School. She was a member of the Honor Band and served as flute section leader under the direction of Scott Mason. She also studied flute with Kareen Britt, associate flute and piccolo of the Dallas Opera Orchestra. In 2004, she was a member of the Texas Music Educators Association All-State Band.

She currently resides in the DFW area. When she isn’t teaching, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and traveling.

Khadija Merrill Associate Director Khadija Merrill, a Texas native from San Antonio, is in her second year of band directing at Timberview Middle School. Mrs. Merrill teaches the Concert Band, the beginner oboe, bassoon, saxophone, and euphonium classes, and assists with the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band.

In 2018, Mrs. Merrill received her bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Texas State University. While at Texas State, she performed in the Texas State Wind Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Caroline Beatty, as well as the Symphony Orchestra, Opera, Chorale, and various chamber groups. Mrs. Merrill studied oboe with Dr. Ian Davidson, and bassoon with Daris Hale.

Prior to starting her band directing career, Mrs. Merrill performed as an oboist with many professional orchestras, such as the Austin and San Antonio Chamber groups, as well as the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra. Though as much as she loves playing the oboe, teaching is her true passion. She has taught oboe, both privately and as a masterclass teacher, all over Central Texas, and has also taught and administrated the nationwide Bocal Majority and Operation Oboe camps in various locations across the United States.

Mrs. Merrill currently resides in the DFW area. When she isn’t teaching, she loves to spend time with loved ones and travel. Her favorite place to go and visit is to see her husband, Justin, a United States Navy Sailor.

Chad Mason percussion Director Chad Mason has served as Assistant Band Director and Percussion Director at Timber Creek High School in Keller, TX since 2011. Under his leadership the Timber Creek High School percussion program has achieved high levels of excellence in all areas of percussion. Students in the Timber Creek percussion program have excelled at Region band auditions, various solo and ensemble contests, and drumline contests throughout the state of Texas.

The percussion program has won several percussion awards in the local marching band circuit and is very competitive in the North Texas Colorguard Association and in Winter Guard International. The indoor drumline won back to back NTCA Championships in 2018 and 2019. At the 2018 WGI World Championships the group placed 10th in Percussion Scholastic Open and were also the WGI Houston Regional Champions in 2019.

Mr. Mason is an active member of the Percussive Arts Society, the Texas Music Educator’s Association, and is endorsed by Vic Firth Sticks and Mallets. Mr. Mason graduated from the University of North Texas in Denton, TX where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. During his college career, he studied percussion with Dr. Brian West, Paul Rennick, Mark Ford, and Christopher Deane.

His drum corps experience includes marching with the Pioneer Drum and Bugle Corps in 1999, and the Bluecoats Drum and Bugle Corps in 2002. Mr. Mason was also on the percussion staff with the Boston Crusaders in 2004. He lives in Justin, TX with his wife, Kelly and his two sons, Miles and Brennan.

Robert Tyrome Herrings, III Guest Conductor Robert Tyrome Herrings, III is in his sixteenth year of teaching and has been teaching at Artie 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, and assists with the Symphonic Band and Concert Band. He also teaches beginning clarinet, saxophone and trumpet. 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. From 2009-2018, the program at Henry earned distinction as a National Wind Band Honors Class AA winner, and in 2008 and 2013, 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, 2014 and 2018 TMEA Class CCC Honor Band and was also selected to perform at the 2010, 2012 and 2016 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 Award, and in July of the same year, Mr. Herrings was named the Phi Beta Mu Outstanding Young Bandmaster of the Year. In May of 2014, the Texas Chapter of the American School Band Director’s Association awarded the Outstanding Band Program Award to the Artie Henry MS Band Program, and in November of the same year, the Henry MS Percussion Ensemble was selected to perform at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. Most recently, the Henry MS Band Program was selected as the 2018 Texas Bandmasters Association Exemplary Middle School Band Award winner.

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. Mr. Herrings also serves as the TMEA Region 32 Middle School Band Chair, as well as the Region 32 TBA representative. He is honored to be a member of Phi Beta Mu and a mentor to new-to-profession teachers at Henry Middle School.

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!

Flutes Madaline Aguayo, Petra Bocek, Sarah Burns, Stacy Klahm, Angela Shehata, Emily Sylvester, Dylan Tauscheck (NOT PICTURED)

Double Reeds OBOE: Preston Talbot, Elena Van Ronk BASSOON: Miles Collingwood, Jonah Severance

Clarinets CLARINET: Georgia Castillo, Mia Clark, Lawrence LeMond, Ellie Scaggs, Ryan Tran, Ashley Waihenya, Joshua Ziegler

Saxophones

BASS CLARINET: Melody Hernandez, Kayleigh Stanhope

ALTO SAX: Seth Allen, Connor Lee, Isabella Mendoza, Peter Pham BARI SAX: Dominic McGrath

Trumpets Luke Duncan, Hayden Groene, Sara Howard, Tatum Lamberth, Isaac Parrish, Gabrielle Sink, Samuel Stackable, Nyjah Warren

Horns Keira Evans, Emma Holland, Ethan Jones, Mia Komolka-Benavides, Braden Ridgley, Sophia Wernet

Trombones Euphoniums & Tubas

Hannah Berezich, Griffin Crow, Thomas Czarny, Samuel Kuntz, Joshua Lucas, Nikolaus Tharaldson

Euphonium: Ethan Evans, Brady Vaughn Tuba: Joshua Krahulec, Rohil Patel, Ethan Pathoummachith, Melissa Waltke

Percussion Brady Bartnicki, Edward Castro, Marcus Melon, Braden Steele, Max Whitaker

s k n a h T l a i c Spe TO THE 2018-2019 TIMBERVIEW MS WIND ENSEMBLE: THANK YOU! The TMS Band Program would not be where it is today without all your hard work and commitment. I will always and forever cherish the memories we made throughout our journey together. You are all amazing human beings and the pioneers of something truly special at Timberview. Our Send-Off concert is dedicated to YOU! I love you all to pieces!

TO THE 2019-2020 TIMBERVIEW MS WIND ENSEMBLE: What a wild ride this year has been! Thank you for putting up with all my crazy, allowing me to push you past your comfort zone, and the countless hours you have put in to prepare for today’s performance.

It is an honor and privilege to stand in front of you each day, and I could not be more proud of what amazing musicians and young adults you have all become! Eighth graders, you were my first beginner class at Timberview. I can’t believe my babies are all grown up! You will always hold a special place in my heart…ALWAYS! LOVE YOU, MEAN IT! TO THE FAMILIES OF THE TIMBERVIEW MS WIND ENSEMBLE: The words “thank you” are highly inadequate for the amount of gratitude and appreciation I have for each and every one of you! Your dedication, sacrifice, and support has never gone unnoticed and truly displays the love you have for your children. Our success would not be possible without you, and our Music For All performance is dedicated to YOU! Thank you for all you do!

TO MY MOM & DAD: From the moment I was adopted at four days old you have been the perfect examples of what unconditional love and quality parenting should look like. Thank you for teaching me the difference between right and wrong, giving me both gentle and tough love when I needed it the most, and instilling in me a strong work ethic. Your continued support of not only me, but also my students, is something I will forever cherish. I love and appreciate you far more than you know and am eternally grateful to have such extraordinary humans in my life. I am who I am today because of you.

TO LISA MANSON, KHADIJA MERRILL, AND CHAD MASON: WHAT. A. TEAM. There is absolutely no way the success we’ve had at Timberview would ever have been possible without amazing educators like yourselves! The students and I are forever grateful for all you do on a daily basis. I am blessed to be able to call you, not only my colleagues, but my friends. Thank you for making work fun each and every day!

TO OUR PRIVATE LESSON STAFF: You are the backbone of our success at Timberview! We are beyond grateful for each and every one of you. Your time, dedication, and commitment to excellence is unparalleled. Thank you for all your work with our amazing kids!

TO KRISTIN MANSON AND ROBIN WILSON: You two ladies are truly masters of your craft! Thank you for the time and hard work you put in to take such stunning photos and to create such a beautiful program that truly showcases what a special tribe we have here in the TMS Band Hall. We are grateful for you!

TO CINDY “MOMMA” LANSFORD: Where do I start?!? I will never forget the day I walked into your band hall at North Ridge thirteen years ago (wow). Thank you for sticking with me through all the ups and downs, for always encouraging and believing in me, and always telling me exactly what I needed to hear, whether I liked it or not! I have learned so much from you and am grateful beyond words for your mentorship and guidance. I love you to pieces!

TO GARY FAUST: Though you are no longer with us, I am so thankful for the time we spent together. You were the first example in my life of what a passionate teacher looks like and how that passion can motivate students to achieve things no one thought was possible.

You taught me so many life lessons that now permeate through my teaching on a daily basis. Thank you for believing in me and know that you are missed.

TO MARY ELLEN CAVITT: There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe how much you mean to me and how grateful I am for you. Thank you for taking a chance on me and taking me under your wing. Thank you for not only teaching me how to teach, but also how to better myself as a person. The time we spent together at Texas State were some of the best years of my life and I will always be grateful to you.

TO KIM BLANN AND DAVID WRIGHT: After coming to Keller ISD, I can honestly say we have the best Fine Arts Directors in the WORLD! Thank you so much for taking a chance on me and for all the love and support you show to not only us at Timberview, but to all the Fine Arts programs in KISD. We are grateful for you beyond measure!

TO ROBERT HERRINGS: BOO! You MY friend! Who would’ve thought our lives would intertwine in the way they have?! We have been so fortunate to share the stage on many major performances, but this one is truly special to me. I love that my students get to experience your level of expertise and musicianship year after year.

Thank you for EVERYTHING! For being my mentor, my inspiration, but most of all, for being my best friend. Our friendship is one of the things I cherish most in this world. RIDE OR DIE! TO COREY GRAVES: How have we not been friends before we were friends?! Thank you for all the laughs, all the support, but most of all, thank you for the hilarious GIFs in our text group! You keep me smiling on a daily basis and I am thankful for you. You are truly a phenomenal educator and I am blessed to call you my friend!

TO THE TIMBER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL BAND STAFF AND BOOSTERS: Thank you for all your support throughout this year and years to come! It is so comforting to us as middle school band directors to know that our amazing students will graduate to a program where they will continue to be taken care of and accel. Lisa, Khadija, and I are grateful for you every day. Falcon Fury!

TO COLLEAGUES AND FRIENDS FOR WHO I AM GRATEFUl, Including, but not limited to: Jedidiah Maus, Ryan Gaughan, Cara Vernon, Rachel & Ryan Johnstone, Susan Scarborough, Kim Cooley, David Puckett, Rylon Guidry, Gary Whitman, Danny Brock, Ryan Morris, Darla McBryde, Britni Dunn, David Hummel, and many, MANY more!

Friends of Music Education VIRTUOSO ($2,500+) David & Dorothy Straten

Timber Creek High School Band Boosters

ARTIST ($1,000) Timberview Middle School

FRIEND ($500)

Bell’s Music Shop

SUPPORTER ($250)

PROCO Roofing & Construction

PATRON ($150)

Smile Doctors Braces by Anthony Patel Orthodontics