March 9th
University Band
Jasmine Bates, Student Conductor
Mitchell Betancourt, Student Conductor
Krissy Davis, Student Conductor
Ethan Jeffries, Student Conductor
Katie Kimmel, Student Conductor
Drake Middleton, Student Conductor
Jessica Vanstory, Student Conductor
University Band
Lean on Me (2021) ................................................................................................Bill Withers (1938-2020)
arr. Robert Longfield (b. 1947)
Conducted by Jasmine Bates
Hidden Wonders (2020) .....................................................................................Sean O’Loughlin (b. 1972)
Conducted by Drake Middleton
Imperium (1992) .................................................................................................Michael Sweeney (b. 1952)
Conducted by Jessica Vanstory
Honor and Celebration (2019) ..............................................................................Joshua Hinkel (b. 1978)
Conducted by Katie Kimmel
(Risk) Everything for a Dream (2015) ..............................................................Richard Saucedo (b. 1957)
Conducted by Ethan Jeffries
Allegretto from Symphony 7 (2011) ...................................................Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
arr. Robert Longfield (b. 1947)
Conducted by Krissy Davis
Let Freedom Ring (2011) ..............................................................................arr. James Curnow (b. 1943)
Conducted by Mitchell Betancourt
University Band Program Notes
Lean on Me (2021)................................................................................................Bill Withers (1938-2020)
Bill Withers’ hit single “Lean On Me” was recorded in 1972, but the inspiration for it comes from the decades previous. Bills Withers grew up poor and endured racial tensions throughout the South and during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. In an interview about how he wrote it, he explained that he wanted the lyrics to be simple and relatable across all walks of life, particularly in the hardships of the era. Remixes and covers of Withers’ song emerged in the late 1980s, notably Club Nouveau’s version of “Lean On Me” which won Withers a Grammy For Best R&B Song as a songwriter in 1988. Bill Withers’ legacy was solidified in the early twenty-first century with himself being inducted in the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2005, and “Lean On Me” being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2007.
Soloing tonight will be Caleb Niehoff: Clarinet; Brenden Vining: Trombone; Bryce Schreiber: Tenor Sax; and Christopher Wells: Tuba.
-Program notes by Jasmine Bates.
Hidden Wonders (2020).....................................................................................Sean O’Loughlin (b. 1972)
Hidden Wonders by Sean O’Loughlin (b.1972) was written in 2019. O’Loughlin took musical creativity and inspiration from band members at Eagle Hill Middle School, in Manlius, New York. Band members sent O’Loughlin art, poems, musical ideas and even names for the piece. The Eagle Hill school and community commissioned O’Loughlin to write a piece that would promote beauty and excellence.
-Program note from ExcelciaMusic.com.
Imperium (1992).................................................................................................Michael Sweeney (b. 1952)
Written in 1992, Imperium is a classic selection for young wind bands. Imperium is built primarily on a 3-note melodic motif. In addition, a 2-measure pulsating rhythmic pattern is used as a unifying element throughout. These two musical ideas are developed using a variety of harmonic and textural settings to create dramatic points in the music as well as a final sense of resolution.
-Program notes by Jessica Vanstory.
Honor and Celebration (2019)..............................................................................Joshua Hinkel (b. 1978)
Honor and Celebration was written for the students at the Chapin Middle School Bands and their director David Santiago. As the title suggests, it was composed for all current and former CMS Band students as a way to honor them for their time in the band program and also celebrate with them on their successes and efforts they put forth while being part of the bands there.
The opening bold statement (Honor) reflects the way Mr. Santiago feels when he thinks about how lucky he has been to teach over 12,000 band students during his time as band director in the Chapin Schools and how thankful he is to have been able to get to know so many students, families, and community members while teaching band in Chapin. The piece quickly moves to a faster paced section (Celebration) that reflects the band's successes over 32 years. The slower middle section is a lovely tribute that allows Mr. Santiago to express his love and respect for his family and all they have meant to him during his time as band director! Throughout this section, there is a trumpet solo to reflect on his two sons, Christian and Colin, who played trumpet during their times in the Chapin band as well as a flute solo as to express his love for his daughter Nicole who played flute in the CMS band. This section closes with a bold statement (Amore) to demonstrate his dedication to all his family, then concludes with the excitement and energy he has shared with his students and how he looks forward to future years he will share with all of them.
-Program Note from C. Alan Publications.
(Risk) Everything for a Dream (2015)..............................................................Richard Saucedo (b. 1957)
(Risk) Everything for a Dream was written to celebrate the beginning of “United Sound”, an organization put together by my friend Julie Duty whose sole purpose is to put instruments and the instrumental performing experience into the hands and lives of special needs students. I so believe in this initiative that it inspired me to write this piece of music for young band. I feel that “United Sound” will eventually have as big an impact on music education as anything in recent history It is my hope that (Risk) Everything for a Dream will eventually be one of the many pieces that will be used to bring special needs students into the band world. I am honored to be involved with “United Sound” and I hope this piece will give performers and their audiences a hint of the overwhelming emotion that this endeavor has placed in my soul.
-Program notes by Richard Saucedo, accessed from www.windrep.org.
Allegretto from Symphony 7 (2011)...................................................Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
arr. Robert Longfield (b. 1947)
From Beethoven's Symphony No. 7, this movement is one of the master's most recognizable and performed themes. Recently featured in the Oscar-winning film The King's Speech, here is a skilled and effective adaptation for young bands by Robert Longfield. A great way to showcase the classical period of musical history on any program.
-Program notes from the publisher, Hal Leonard, accessed from Halleonard.com.
Let Freedom Ring (2011)..............................................................................arr. James Curnow (b. 1943)
Refreshing harmonies are the hallmark of this exciting expression of one of America's best-known and most inspiring themes. Reminiscent of the chorale prelude style, this treatment explores a wide range of interesting and unexpected compositional techniques. Perfect for school concerts or patriotic and civic events.
Let Freedom Ring, inspired by the American Patriotic Song “My Country Tis of Thee”, was arranged by James Curnow in 2011. The inspiration for the title is drawn from the lyrics, written by Samuel F. Smith, which read “From every mountainside, Let Freedom Ring”! Curnow’s arrangement is written as a text painting that captures the vastness and glory of the United States in a reflective and bold manner. The composition is not one of his most famous works, likely due to its relatively low difficulty. His original melody can be found from measure 5 and is used throughout the piece.
Let Freedom Ring is a Grade 2 piece targeted towards younger bands to teach dynamic contrast, proper articulation, style, and expressive playing.
-Program notes from from jwpepper.com, adapted and added to by Mitchell Betancourt.
Kansas State University Band
Flute Oboe Clarinet Bass Clarinet
Bassoon | Alto Saxophone Tenor Saxophone Baritone Saxophone Trumpet French Horn | Trombone Euphonium Tuba Percussion |
*Denotes Principal Section Player | ||
Concert Band Conductors
JASMINE BATES is a junior in music education at Kansas State University and will graduate in the spring of 2023. Her hometown is Alden, Kansas, and she graduated from Sterling High School in 2019. Jasmine’s primary instrument is piano, but she plays saxophone in Wind Symphony and takes organ lessons as well. She enjoys playing alto saxophone in the KSUMB and teaching private piano lessons. Jasmine is a 2019 Hagan Scholar and is also a Marching Pride Scholar.
MITCHELL BETANCOURT is a senior in Music Education at Kansas State University and will graduate in the Fall of 2023. He attended Norco High School and graduated in 2018. Mitchell plays Trumpet in the K-State Wind Ensemble and K-State concert Jazz Ensemble. He is a collegiate member of Kappa Kapp Psi, the honorary music service fraternity, as well as a member of Phi Mu Alpha, the honorary music social fraternity. In his free time he enjoys cycling around Manhattan and miniature painting.
KRISSY DAVIS is a senior in Music Education at Kansas State University and will graduate in the Fall of 2022. She is from Imlay City, Michigan, and graduated from Imlay City High School in 2018. Krissy plays clarinet in the K-State Wind Ensemble and is a member of the student staff team in the KSUMB. She is a Marching Pride Scholar, as well as a member of the Delta Kappa chapter of Tau Beta Sigma at K-State. When they are not playing their instrument, Krissy enjoys hanging out with her friends and reading.
ETHAN JEFFRIES is a senior studying Music Education. He graduated from Salina South High School in 2018. His primary instrument is percussion, which he plays in the Wind Symphony, Symphony Orchestra, and Percussion Ensemble here at KSU. Ethan is also the Bass Drum Section leader in the KSUMB and was recently a Rod Funk Award winner and Marching Pride Scholar. Ethan loves to spend time at the lake camping, boating, and enjoying the outdoors.
KATIE KIMMEL is a student of Music Education at Kansas State University (KSU) and will student teach in the Fall of 2022. She is a graduate of Hutchinson High School and currently plays as Principal Horn of the KSU Wind Ensemble, with the KSU Symphony Orchestra (where she also serves as co-librarian), the Kansas Intercollegiate Band and Orchestras, as well as Dr. Jacqueline Fassler-Kerstetter's Horn Studio. While at KSU she has been awarded the Putman Scholarship, Nina M. Browing Memorial Scholarship, Mila and William R. Music Scholarship, and is a member of Phi Kappa Phi. She is currently a Graduate Assistant with the Office of Educational Innovation and Evaluation.
DRAKE MIDDLETON is a senior in Music Education at Kansas State University and will graduate in the Fall of 2022. He attended Circle High School and graduated in 2018. Drake continued his education at Butler Community College (2018-2020) where he studied vocal music. While at Butler, Drake participated in Chamber Singers, Concert Choir, and served as Secretary for Butler’s NAfME chapter (2018-2020). During his brief time at K-State, Drake has been involved with The Pride of Wildcat Land, Concert Band, Wind Symphony, and Phi Mu Alpha. His primary instrument is French Horn, with a dualling emphasis in choral music. Drake has received two academic memberships which include, The National Honor Society (2018), and a recent inductee of The National Society of Leadership and Success (2022). Outside of school, Drake enjoys hanging out with friends and spending quality time with his family.
JESSICA VANSTORY is a junior in Music Education at Kansas State University and will graduate in the spring of 2023. She attended Wabaunsee High School in Alma, KS and graduated in 2019. Jessica plays trumpet in the K-State Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Marching Band, Trumpet Ensemble, and Lab A Big Band. She is a Marching Pride Scholar, an Ellis Foundation Scholar, and was recently selected to compete at the live rounds of the National Trumpet Competition in Newark, DE with the K-State Trumpet Ensemble. When she is not playing her instrument, Jessica enjoys spending time with her friends and family and playing Animal Crossing on her Nintendo Switch.
UPCOMING EVENTS
*COLORGUARD AUDITIONS*
Saturday, April 23rd, 2022
For more information, please contact Courtney Grecu at cljensen@ksu.edu
*WIND ENSEMBLE CONCERT*
Sunday, April 24th, 2022—1:00pm
McCain Auditorium
*WIND SYMPHONY & CONCERT BAND CONCERT*
Monday, April 25th, 2022—7:30pm
McCain Auditorium
*UNIVERSITY BAND CONCERT*
Tuesday, April 26th, 2022—7:30pm
McCain Auditorium
*CLASSY CAT AUDITIONS*
April 29-30th, 2022
For more information, please contact Sara Evans-Heptig at sarahheptig@gmail.com
*DRUMLINE MINI CAMP*
Saturday, May 7th, 2022
For more information, please contact Jack Johnson at jackjohnson@ksu.edu
*DRUMLINE AUDITIONS*
Saturday, May 21st, and Saturday, June 4th, 2022
Fore more information, please contact Jack Johnson at jackjohnson@ksu.edu
*SUMMER MUSIC CAMP*
June 12-16th, 2022
For more information, please contact Courtney Grecu at cljensen@ksu.edu
*LEADERSHIP AND AUXILIARY CAMP*
July 10-14th, 2022
For more information, please contact Courtney Grecu at cljensen@ksu.edu
*MARCHING PRIDE CLASSIC*
Saturday, July 16th, 2022—9:00am
Colbert Hills Golf Course
For more information, please contact Courtney Grecy at cljensen@ksu.edu
