"The Tempest"
Sonata No. 1 for Trumpet bears the nickname, "The Tempest" because of the stormy and turbulent nature of the first movement, the somber "aftermath" of the second movement and the whirlwind drive of the third.Program NotesSonata No. 1 for Trumpet…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Written as a tribute to a young band student who lost his life in a car accident, The Song Shall Never End alludes to some of the stages of grief, particularly depression and anger, but it mostly celebrates a human spirit that will live on forever after…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Sub-Saharan Rhythm attempts to capture the spirit and emotion of the music of the sub-Saharan countries of Africa by incorporating three folk songs that are indigenous to this region: "Maiwe," "wateh eh" and a "Liberation Song" which I acquired from a…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
One of Gillingham's earliest works for band, Symphonic Proclamation is a high-energy overture that would be perfect as an opener or a closer on your next concert. Flourishes in the woodwinds and fanfares in the brass coupled with a catchy melody will make…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Tourbillon is French for “whirlwind”. The structure of the piece follows the random appearances of these whirlwinds, twisting and turning and carrying two basic motives throughout the piece. The circling and twisting dissipates in the middle of the piece to a…
Style:
Brass, String
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Filled with color, imagination, and adventure, Trailblazer, gives the brass and percussion their moment in the sun, leading the way in this bright, celebratory work for wind band.Program NotesTrailblazer was commissioned by the family of Edward Falls with the…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
Long noted for his craftsmanship and creativity in composing works for upper-level bands, composer David Gillingham has written a dynamic and musical piece at the medium level. Under the Magical Wing opens with a fanfare that seems to blossom from thin air,…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
A standard solo and a mainstay for many competitions, Vintage combines Gillingham's intimate knowledge of how to write effectively for the instrument. This composition features wonderful soaring lines in the euphonium (ascending up to high C's) while at the…
Style:
Brass
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
While the Dew is Still on the Roses is based on two lovely old hymns that were played at a memorial service, In the Garden (words and music by C. Austin Miles), and Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling (words and music by Will Thompson). The overall mood of…
Style:
Concert Band
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications
This driving, perpetual motion work for percussion ensemble is quite a departure for David Gillingham. Lightning fast interplay between the 8 players makes for a thrill ride that will leave you begging for more.Program NotesWhirlwind is based on motives…
Style:
Percussion
Composer:
David R. Gillingham
Publisher:
C. Alan Publications