Americana!
Arranger/Composer: Gary Gackstatter
Item Code: 31200
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
An excellent choice for concerts and festivals, Americana! is an accessible (and fun) addition to any program. A tribute to community bands in America, this piece will be a favorite for your band and your audiences!
Program Notes
Americana! was commissioned for the 150th Anniversary of the Arkansas City Community Band in Arkansas City, Kansas, Chris VanGilder, director. Community bands across America celebrate life-long learning, service to the community, and a "family" atmosphere of generations making music together. This piece captures the spirit of outdoor concerts, festivities, and fun!
Grade Level: 3
Copyright: 2023
Number of Players: Standard
Duration: 4:40
Publisher: C. Alan Publications
Series: Emerald Band Series
Category: Concert Band
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Instrumentation
Flute 1
Flute 2
Oboe [optional]
Bassoon [optional]
B-flat Clarinet 1
B-flat Clarinet 2
B-flat Clarinet 3
Bass Clarinet
Alto Saxophone 1
Alto Saxophone 2
Tenor Saxophone
Baritone Saxophone
B-flat Trumpet 1
B-flat Trumpet 2
B-flat Trumpet 3
F Horn 1
F Horn 2
Trombone 1
Trombone 2
Bass Trombone
Euphonium
B-flat Baritone T.C.
Tuba
Timpani [3 drums]
Bells
Xylophone [+ optional Vibraphone]
Percussion 1: Snare Drum, Bass Drum
Percussion 2: Suspended Cymbal, Hi-Hat