ANCHOR BAY BAND BOOSTER EXECUTIVE BOARD The Anchor Bay High School Instrumental Music Department Linda Petix, President Carol LaPorte, Vice President - Fundraising Jesse Jensen, Vice President - Special Event Fundraising proudly presents the Heidi Gnesda, Treasurer Tim Piepenbrok, Financial Secretary Maureen Block, Secretary Molly J. Schack, Instrumental Music Director P. David Visnaw II, Instrumental Music Director and the

ANCHOR BAY HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION SYMPHONIC BAND Mr. Joe MacDonald, Principal Mr. Hank Anderson, Assistant Principal Mr. Vic Balaj, Assistant Principal in a Mrs. Yolanda White Assistant Principal WINTER CONCERT

UPCOMING INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC EVENTS

1/11/11— Wind Ensemble MMC Send-off Concert (7:30PM, ABHS) 1/13/11— Band Booster Meeting (7:00PM, ABHS Band Room)

1/27/11 — Jazz Ensemble Concert (7:30PM, ABHS) 2/01/11—”A Taste of Music” Tastefest (6PM-8PM, ABHS) 2/10/11 - 2/12/11 — CMU Jazz Festival (Mt. Pleasant, MI) 2/23/11 — AB Pre-Festival Concert (TBA, ABHS) 3/11/11 - 3/12/11 — MSBOA District 16 Band Festival (TBA)

4/12/11 — Band Booster Meeting (7:00PM, ABHS) 5/10/11 — Spring Instrumental Music Concert (7:30PM, ABHS) Thursday, December 9, 2010 5/11/11 — Spring Instrumental Music Concert (7:30PM, ABHS) 7:30 P.M. 5/17/11 — Band Booster Meeting (7:00PM. ABHS) Anchor Bay High School Auditorium 5/19/11 - 5/22/11 — New York City Trip

WWW.ANCHORBAYBANDS.ORG Molly J. Schack, Instrumental Music Director P. David Visnaw II, Instrumental Music Director This is ys later, and when Education: A Statement ed States in a majorwas one of the sponsors of his popular e he told Fillmore that it certainly was was not publishedwas until 1935. Since benefits of music education, officials businesses in America in seriouswere lt of their popular concerts and radio ted the march four da te name for this classic Fillmore march. he Fillmore Band concerts which were advertisers hoped that the popularity of ion’s ten most important educational mpose a march that could be tied into the mpose a march that could be tied into the to one of the band’s broadcasts, the Fillmore Band’s radio broadcasts, some well establishedwell as one of the top musical ssociation of School Administrators, the lf as one of the greatest marches this by onal Parent Teacher Association, and the t a full, balanced, sequential course of eachers. And every student have anwill on, be transferred to their products. The Footlifter Value and Quality of Arts was written in 1929, the Unit written was

wrote this march at the request of wrote The Footlifter Footlifter The Success in society Success in school Success in developing intelligence Success in life DID YOU KNOW... DID YOU KNOW... arts.” the in education an have should nation the in student “Every • • • • When presented the many and manifest with the opening statement of “The at all levels should universally suppor of Principles,” a document from the nat organizations, including the American A National Education Association, the Nati National School The benefits conveyed by music education can be grouped in four categories: music instruction taughtqualified by t education in the arts. unique and prolific composer. a “footlifter.” That becamea “footlifter.” the very appropria 1929,in Although written it was that time, it has certainly established itse the president of the agency heard the new piec broadcast over Cincinnati station WLW, as the Fillmore Band associati by would, Fillmore Henry radio program. One night after listening president of the company asked to co Henry company’s advertising slogan. comple Henry successful businesses had learned the importance of advertising. this It was advertising that supported and sponsored t When depression. At the same time, as a resu financial a time trouble. for many of great difficulty businessmen. It was However, with the popularity of the radio and the broadcasts, the Fillmore Band already was groups in Cincinnati. When the stock market crashed in 1929, many THE FOOTLIFTER

t, please join us in the cafeteriat, please join us in the PROGRAM

for an afterglow! And performance by the ABHS Jazz Ensemble! by And performance for an afterglow!

Immediately following tonight’s concer Immediately following tonight’s

BAND CONCERT Prestissimo……………………....….K. King/arr. J. Swearingen Voices from the Battlefield…………..….……………R. Sheldon Ployhar J. Handel/arr. World!……...... G. the to Joy on Fantasy SYMPHONIC BAND The Footlifter…………………………………………….H. Fillmore Reineke The Witch and the Saint……..…...…………………...S. The of Christmas…………………...……….…...J. Higgins rs and the audience

the auditorium during a hs during a performance. The gh. Be prepared with some typeBe prepared of some gh. with only distracting to the performer, but only distractingbut to the performer, ng your foot, bouncing your legs, etc. e very e very distracting. Pictures should be terrupted by little things that may seem well as other members of the audience. well as other members of the audience. work, applaud after all movements arework, nsideration, performe eps are distracting to the performers and ddle of a performance, be best that it may

so hard for their performance, the students plain rude to talk (even whispering can be piece (not just a movement) is finished, then the piece from to flow one movement to the ng suggestions will help audience members - Never enter or - exit please until thewait performance on stage has d be turned off. Watches set to beep on the hour should d be turned off. calmer times prevail.

CONCERT ETIQUETTE CONCERT - Performers always appreciate applause, but thereappropriateare - Refrain from taking any photograp - Avoid rustling program, your tappi - Leave early and allow enough do If you time for parking and traffic. It is hard to It avoid a spontaneous cou

- Talking shouldTalking not be tolerated. It is not

- Children need - Children exposure to good music and live performances. If your - heard) during a musical performance. If someone around you is talking, ask them to please stop. nicely Other Noises Pagers and cell phones shoul Thesealso be turned off. high-pitched be audience members. Coughing to every personto every in the audience. It is just A performer's intense concentration can be in trivial to audience members. The followi multi-movementmoments to applaud. In a completed. This allows the continuity of next. “Hooting and hollering” is not appropriate in the concert setting. Time Arrival the doors until first arrive late, by wait takediscreetly the nearest seat available. Auditorium the Exiting and Entering performance. If must enter you or exit, been completed.Theappropriate most times to move about are during audience applause or set changes. Talking show respect to the performers on stage as This will help the performers to do their best. To When Applaud cough drops or candies. Avoid cellophane come Many wrappers. a soft with wax- paper wrapping be that much less noisy.will Taking Pictures click of a camera and especially the flash ar taken after the performance. Children young child begins to get restless in the mi you exit the auditorium until By following basic edicts of respect and co will have a more pleasurable and meaningful experience as they perform and attend live concerts. Because they have worked on stage deserve to be treated with respect. Live in Digital n, the nation’s Annie, Guys & . His two Grammy Grammy . His two captured once again, focused his youthful representing the other is the development of Another Time, Another

Leonard Corporatio e clear that they e clear that they had the gift of second s, the birth of twins was considered s, the birth of twins was a ineke spent a significant time in Los ner Brothers. Mr. Reineke currentlyner Brothers. returns to the town to save her sister. returns to the town Steven Reineke bylla’s theme.This sister led a horrible studies at Miami University in Oxford, loists and conductors such as Skitch ruggle both sisters had in their lives. ruggle both sisters had in their lives. Many townspeople feared Sibylla and feared Sibylla townspeople Many ctsHelena and the return of the rescue of r of the Boston Pops. John Higgins is best t because of her visions. The forth section hematic material representing both sisters cape, the sisters are th a medieval Gregorian chant-type motif. transition, the theme y. They. third section American String Teachers Association, and began in the music field as the student opening depicts the birth of twin sisters born and under Dr. William D. Revelli, and gained ay to a convent she a child.when Whilewas . At age fifteen, he taughttrumpet. himself how At age fifteen, ed and produced versions new of

is an arrangement of the holiday favorites Jingle Bells, is a programmatic tone poem for symphonic band and is PROGRAM NOTES

is Managing Producer/Editor for Hal (Best Pop Gospel Album) and co-producing on Rob McConnell’s Helena’s theme.This sent aw sister was at the convent, Helena is revered as a sain is a turbulent section representing the st Eventually, Sibylla is imprisoned and Helena The fifth section and finale of the piece depi her sister, Sibylla.are As they trying to es and this time, for fear of being burnt at the stake, the saint, Helena, drinks some poison. She dies in her sisters arms and Sibylla, the rides off in sorrow. witch, BELLS OF CHRISTMAS in 1588 in Ellwangen, In those time Germany. bad omen up, and it becam as the sisters grew sight and could predict future events. The t is first introduced in this section along wi The second section is the development of Si looked upon. down life and her gift was considered her to be a After a brief witch. sister, Helena, is introduced in its entiret constructed of five distinct sections. The Born in 1970 and raised in Tipp City, Ohio, musical pursuits on learning to play the the piano.to play He continued his trumpet Ohio. Receiving bachelor two of music degrees honors in bothwith trumpet performance and music composition. Mr. Re Angeles composing and for War resides in Cincinnati he composes andwhere orchestrates music for the Cincinnati Ballet Company. Saint the and Witch The largest publisher of printed music. He arranger for the University of Michigan B invaluable experience as a public school music teacher in suburban Chicago. Mr. Higgins served as Illinois president of the his school concerts featured renowned so Henderson, Charlie Byrd, and Arthur Fiedle known for his compositions many and arrangements fro choirs, bands and orchestras. He has also arrang dolls, Fiddler on the Roof, The King and I, and The Music Man award-winning projects include arranging on Sandi Patti’s Place Higgins John THE SAINT THE WITCH AND (Best Big Band Jazz Album). Christmas of Bells The Carol of the Bells and Silver Bells.

d abroad, is Conductor of that contains three songs for composition and the rumental music in the Florida and all four years regardless of state ectives in their Junior and Senior culty culty at Florida State University where e it shows commitment, discipline, a Illinois Central College, and teaches while still satisfying the graduation or of Music in Music Education from the ation to scheduling in 9th grade, every e Bonnie Blue Flag;A Good Old O I'm y band class, some students take Jazz Arts in Instrumental Conducting from the an Society of Composers,an Society Authors and n.The American School Band Directors Volkwein Award Sheldon has conducted numerous Regional music education classes, and directed the

final statement of the melody. final statement of the melody. is a rondo-form composition oughout the United States an Let Earth receive her King. And heav’n and nature sing, And heav’n and nature sing, for his compositions in the concert band repertoire. Let ev’ry heart prepare Him room, Joy to the world! The Lord is come:

And heav’n and heav’n and nature sing, (b. Feb 3, 1954) has taught (b. inst for teaching, and the International Assembly of Phi Beta Mu honored Standard Award DID YOU KNOW... College bound high school students would be taking courses similar to those in the new standards along with taking band requirements. In addition to their primar Band or an extra concert band as their el years. With a little planning and consider student can take band for four years band upon highly look employers and colleges that know all We requirements. students in the application process becaus creative nature, work. and team the Prairie Wind Ensemble in residence at Sheldon Robert Illinois public schools, and has served on the fa he taught conducting and instrumental university bands. As Concert Band Editor for Alfred Music Publishing, he maintains an active composition and conducting schedule, and regularly accepts commissions for new Sheldon receivedworks. the Bachel University of Miami and the Master of Fine University of Florida. An internationally recognized clinician, and All-State Honor Bands thr Composition at Bradley University. He holds membership in several organizations that promote music and music educatio Association has honored him the with Stanbury Award thehim Internationalwith Outstanding Bandmaster Award.. He has also been a twenty-four-time recipient of the Americ Publisher's VOCIES FROM THE BATTLEFIELD VOCIES FROM This timeless melody by George Frederic Handel is probably one of the best-loved hymns associated the holidaywith season. Most audiences recognize will the classic invitedThe conductor and may melody beyou familiar the to join thewords. with band and sing duringthe the words from the American Civil War including: Th Rebel and Come You From The Battlefield. JOY TO THE WORLD! Voices from the Battlefield in our instrumental in our 70 or 80 years of age District continues to flourish because of e of these exceptional students.We e life of every student ccer, or football at ss this opportunity to celebrate your child’s me that ways you can help support our r talents and improving their skills. Please y created by sharing a common educational Remember that practice time must be ed rehearsal time, it is imperative that ents realize thewho far-reaching potential of ed and supportive administration, and The best audience is always parents. You are can play piano or some other instrument. Music is a Competence is the result of dedicated “time on task”. Music There are many to aid andways participate in our parent support but they can sing. And they DID YOU KNOW … Music is for life. Most people can't play so gift you can give your child that will last their entire lives.

Dear Parents: Schedules and classes are now in full swing and are focused onwe a solid curriculum certain to make a difference in th music program. like We to share so would program. Parent. Encouraging learning, music performance, and music appreciation are the outcomes of study, practice, and guided listening. With limit students invest extra time in nurturing thei encourage a positive practice schedule. framed as a benefit and not a disciplinary penalty. Audience. Appreciative Loyal, a fullfaced agendawith in your personal and professional life, and you are challenged to adjust your schedule to accommodate every school function. However, your presence at our performances meanwill more to your child than can words describe. Musicaffair. Don’t mi is a family talent. Booster Member. organization. Please join other par with the arts and take advantage of the synerg philosophy. The Anchor Bay Band Booster organization ensures the future of quality music education child for your and their fellow student-musicians. The music program in the Anchor Bay School a substantive curriculum, a well-inform exemplary parental support.You make a difference! Thank for attendingyou tonight’s performanc to visiting look forward in the near future. you with child,In the interest of your J. Schack Molly Instrumental Music Director Instrumental Music Director II P. David Visnaw

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this time as its leader and conductor. one player in the bands of Robinson's leader on the Sells Floto/Buffalo Bill Military Band of Canton, while in his the turn of the century, the King family d musician of nationald musician and of international the K.L. King Music House. During his wn, Kingwn, ended his circs “trouping days” r experienced bands at the professional on. He served as ASA President in 1938 inued to music write a member ofwhile recognition, and King became a beloved led Band. In 1920 King the Grand Army began a decade-long career as a circus rch 31, 1971. His Fort Dodge band was a member of bands in Columbus and also assumed leadership of the municipal band on on the cornet, King switched to baritone. on King switchedon the cornet, to baritone. and organizing our ushers and ticket booth there bands, King began to compose marches for organizing the afterglows at both Winter nson Circus, sells Floto Circus, and the Barnum

PROGRAM NOTES for her help in providing lights, sound, and video footage! was born February 21, 1891 inwas Paintersville, Ohio. His family BAND BAND BOOSTER EXECUTIVE BOARD for coordinating and distributing the concert uniforms.

and the Karl Lawrence King moved to Xenia a short time later, and around moved to Canton, youngwhere Karl would begin to develop and interest in bands and music. After receiving some instructi His first band experience the Thayer with was 1909 King spent some time as teens. In Danville, Illinois.While a member of and other works. Beginning in 1910, King musician, spending one season each as a barit Famous Circus, Yankee Robi “GreatestBailey on Earth.” Show He cont and “Barnum masterpiece, his become would what 1913 wrote in and bands, there Bailey’s Favorite”. In 1914, King accepted the position as band Combined Shows, a position he holdwould for three seasons. In 1917 and 1918 he returned to the Barnum and Bailey Circus band, Recently married and intent upon settling do and returned to Canton in 1919, he where relocated he to Fort Dodge, Iowa, where and operated publishing his own company, tenure the Fort Dodge band gained national asmember of the community as a ban well repute. Among many honors bestowed upon King membership was in the prestigious American Bandmasters Associati and later namedwas an Honorary Life President. He lived in Fort Dodge for the remainder of his life, passing on Ma away subsequently renamed the “Karl L. King Municipal Band” in his honor. band of history the in popular and most prolific the of one was King composer, As a music. He composed at least 291 including 185works, marches, 22 overtures, 12 gallops,did he 29 compose some other Not only in many and waltzes, styles. works and famousof the most brilliant marches fo and university levels; he also displayed a remarkable ability to compose first-rate music for younger, less experienced musicians and bands. His music continues to be performed by bandsworldwide of all experience levels. OUR BAND BOOSTER PARENTS BOOSTER PARENTS OUR BAND STEPHANIE DOPPKE STEPHANIE PETIX LINDA PRESTISSIMO SUE HROMEK Concerts. spent decorating for the Winter Concerts crew. 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