Oklahoma City Symphonic Band
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Vignettes from Life - Ed Huckeby
Vignettes From Life was commissioned by the Oklahoma Music Educators Association for the 2023 OMEA All-State Symphonic Band, Dr. Rodney Dorsey, Guest Conductor, in recognition of State Director Jerry Huffer’s retirement. Dr. Ed Huckeby has created a programmatic work which depicts a series of life scenes conveyed through creative musical imagery. Listeners and performers are encouraged to allow their imaginations to lead them on a journey through the past (or future) as the music unfolds in this sequence of inventive musical vignettes, each depicting various stages in life.
- Program notes from www.edhuckeby.com.
The Oklahoma City Symphonic Band is under the direction of Dr. Mark G. Belcik.
We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Ed Huckeby to work with our band and conduct a performance of some of his music. We were also privileged to celebrate our conductor of over 20 years, Dr. Mark G. Belcik, as he conducted music composed by Nicole Piunno, and a great American classic piece for wind ensemble, Morton Gould’s “American Salute”, which featured our double reed section. And as is our tradition, we ended with a Sousa march “The Invincible Eagle”.
Please enjoy these other videos from our concert "Vignettes from Life"
Video Links:
Oklahoma City Symphonic Band 2024 Fall Concert “Vignettes from Life”
The Star-Spangled Banner - ua-cam.com/video/IxViZfzJ7bI/v-deo.html
Freedom Flight - ua-cam.com/video/gNAPAo8X3Ho/v-deo.html
Safely Rest - ua-cam.com/video/2fFCiw3uA-M/v-deo.html
Vanity Fair - ua-cam.com/video/xST1QZObLeg/v-deo.html
Declaration, Ballade and Finale - ua-cam.com/video/ez32UP0TQ0I/v-deo.html
Dramatic Images - ua-cam.com/video/ncgzRH8M2FY/v-deo.html
American Salute - ua-cam.com/video/mlOcZzZSl4g/v-deo.html
The Invincible Eagle - ua-cam.com/video/UYhz_DrJGDQ/v-deo.html
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Vanity Fair - Percy Fletcher, edited by Brant Karrick
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Vanity Fair is a concise and refreshing overture that is a wonderful example of Fletcher’s light melodic style and first-rate scoring. Described by the composer as “a comedy overture in which several characters from Thackeray’s novel are portrayed,” the fast-slow-fast, single-movement form includes three main thematic ideas. The opening vivace section features a vigorously energetic melody that...
Declaration, Ballade and Finale - Ed Huckeby
Переглядів 2016 годин тому
Declaration, Ballade and Finale is one of Ed Huckeby’s “signature” works from his early publishing career. Commissioned by and dedicated to the Independence High School Band, Independence, Kansas, Don Farthing, director, this composition opens with a bold, fanfare-like section (Declaration) featuring dramatic statements in the brass section which are answered by the woodwinds with underlying pe...
Dramatic Images - Ed Huckeby
Переглядів 2016 годин тому
Dramatic Images was commissioned by the Williston High School Band (North Dakota), Eric Rooke, Conductor, as a memorial tribute to Duane Anderson, a loyal and dedicated supporter of the Williston High School performing arts programs. Duane loved Music. He loved Dance. He loved Theater. He attended practically every performing arts event presented at Williston Public Schools, expressing his love...
American Salute - Morton Gould, transcribed by Philip J. Lang
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Originally written for orchestra, American Salute has become a favorite of the concert band repertoire. Using the familiar tune When Johnny Comes Marching Home as the sole melodic resource, Morton Gould demonstrates his skill in thematic development, creating a brilliant fantasy on a single tune. Written in 1942 in the early days of World War II, it was composed at the request of a government r...
Freedom Flight - Ed Huckeby
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This dramatic concert fanfare was commissioned by the El Dorado Municipal Band in Kansas to commemorate its 100th consecutive concert season in 2022. The bold interplay between the brass, woodwind and percussion instruments provides each section a leading role as the work progresses toward its breathtakingly powerful ending. The title Freedom Flight was inspired by the emotional and dramatic fl...
The Invincible Eagle - John Philip Sousa
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The Invincible Eagle, was composed in 1901 during a train ride between Buffalo and New York. The march was dedicated to the Pan-American Exposition, held in Buffalo in the summer of 1901. At first Sousa thought “The Invincible Eagle” would surpass “The Stars and Stripes Forever” as a patriotic march, although he nearly entitled it “Spirit of Niagara.” The Oklahoma City Symphonic Band is under t...
The Star-Spangled Banner (Fall 2024) - Harmonized by Walter Damrosch, arranged by John Philip Sousa
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The Oklahoma City Symphonic Band is under the direction of Dr. Mark G. Belcik. We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Ed Huckeby to work with our band and conduct a performance of some of his music. We were also privileged to celebrate our conductor of over 20 years, Dr. Mark G. Belcik, as he conducted music composed by Nicole Piunno, and a great American classic piece for wind ensemble,...
Safely Rest - Nicole Piunno
Переглядів 3016 годин тому
Safely Rest combines the melodies of Amazing Grace and Taps. These two melodies are woven together so they can be perceived as a single unit. “’Tis grace that brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.” - from Amazing Grace “All is well, safely rest, God is nigh.” - from Taps The Oklahoma City Symphonic Band is under the direction of Dr. Mark G. Belcik. We recently had the pleasure ...
Pride of the Clipper - Brian Balmages
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St. Michaels was established in the early 1800s and achieved great success in the shipbuilding industry, especially during the war of 1812. One of the iconic ships produced there was a schooner that came to be known as the Baltimore Clipper. These ships were renowned for their speed and ability to outrun pirates, evade enemy blockades, and more. The clipper remains an iconic name in the Baltimo...
Breaking Point - Brian Balmages
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Breaking Point [was w]ritten over a several month period when the composer’s father was dying, [and] the composer states: “Throughout this entire experience, I have reached my own breaking point. Over and over again. So I fall apart, put myself together, and am then broken all over again.” One of the most emotional and powerful pieces Balmages has ever written, there are moments of untamed beau...
La Boheme - A Symphonic Portrait - Giacomo Puccini, arr. Jay Dawson
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La Bohème is an opera in four acts,composed by Giacomo Puccini to an Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. The world premiere performance of La bohème was in Turin on 1 February 1896 at the Teatro Regio, conducted by the young Arturo Toscanini; its U.S. premiere took place the following year, 1897, in Los Angeles. Since then, La bohème has become part of the standard Italian op...
Infinite Hope - Brian Balmages
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"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope." - Martin Luther King, Jr. Infinite Hope was commissioned in honor of the 70th anniversary of the Texas Bandmasters Association (TBA). It was premiered by the United States Coast Guard Band at the TBA Convention in San Antonio. About the piece the composer writes: Inspired by the juxtaposition of uncertainty and boundless opti...
Rail Riffs - Brian Balmages
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Welcome to a massive party on the rails! Combining elements of dance, jazz, and Latin grooves, [Rail Riffs] seeks to blend these styles in a work that truly encapsulates the fusion concept. Inspired by words from Milford High School band director Bob Green, the piece is his way of celebrating the students who have persevered in the face of adversity over the past several years. In his own words...
Marche des Parachutistes Belges - Pierre Leemans, arr. Charles A. Wiley
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Marche des Parachutistes Belges by Pierre Leemans, arr. Charles A. Wiley While he was serving his year of military duty at the end of World War I, Pierre Leemans’s regimental commander asked him to compose a march; it was begun but never finished. Near the end of World War II, he was having dinner with a group of paratroopers and was again asked to compose a march. As the group commander, Maj. ...
A Little Tango Music - Adam Gorb
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A Little Tango Music - Adam Gorb
Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Christmas concert "Sounds of the Season!"
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Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Christmas concert "Sounds of the Season!"
Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Veterans Day Concert "A Musical Salute Honoring our Veterans!"
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Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Veterans Day Concert "A Musical Salute Honoring our Veterans!"
Let Me Be Frank With You - John Mackey
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Let Me Be Frank With You - John Mackey
Semper Fidelis - John Philip Sousa, edited by John R. Bourgeois
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Semper Fidelis - John Philip Sousa, edited by John R. Bourgeois
Blaze Away! - Abe Holzmann, arr. Erik W.G. Leidzen
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Blaze Away! - Abe Holzmann, arr. Erik W.G. Leidzen
King Cotton - John Philip Sousa
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King Cotton - John Philip Sousa
Chorale and Shaker Dance - John P. Zdechlik
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Chorale and Shaker Dance - John P. Zdechlik
Three Celtic Dances - Brian Balmages
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Three Celtic Dances - Brian Balmages
Radetzky March - Johann Strauss, adapted/arranged Alfred Reed
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Radetzky March - Johann Strauss, adapted/arranged Alfred Reed
Armenian Dances (Part I) - Alfred Reed
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Armenian Dances (Part I) - Alfred Reed
Hands Across the Sea - John Philip Sousa
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Hands Across the Sea - John Philip Sousa
Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Christmas Concert "The Sounds of Christmas!
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Oklahoma City Symphonic Band Annual Christmas Concert "The Sounds of Christmas!
Gallop - Alfred Reed
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Gallop - Alfred Reed
His Honor - Henry Fillmore
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His Honor - Henry Fillmore

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @carlosjohnson852
    @carlosjohnson852 6 днів тому

    If that don't get your heart racing,your dead.

  • @him-e1v
    @him-e1v 12 днів тому

    i enjoy :)

  • @leonorsnowe1823
    @leonorsnowe1823 2 місяці тому

    I can see the Peabody ducks marching 🎉🎉🎉

  • @ricaurtesaval-dx2rw
    @ricaurtesaval-dx2rw 2 місяці тому

    Is the best I ever heard before. I liked so much every day and still hearing for the entire eternity🇵🇦

  • @ZacharyEssinger
    @ZacharyEssinger 3 місяці тому

    3:28 Start of Tuba Excerpt

  • @thomashogan4908
    @thomashogan4908 3 місяці тому

    The Military Two Step is danced to this. Very fetching to see.

  • @kikuchijoe1383
    @kikuchijoe1383 3 місяці тому

    There actually are pros and cons in everything... My honest and straight-forward impression is that I like Orange Devils' play far better than this OCSB. I heard some out-of-tune sounds (noise, actually) in OCSB's play and overall sound does not let me imagine the song is about "His Honor." The play by Orange Devils on the other hand does give me strong impression enough to imagine it is about "His Honor" with definite strength, vivid accent and power in their play.

  • @DB-rc5ds
    @DB-rc5ds 4 місяці тому

    played this as a closing piece at my last high school band concert

  • @liammcfalda9037
    @liammcfalda9037 4 місяці тому

    This was an honor to premiere

  • @ShinYahiro
    @ShinYahiro 5 місяців тому

    This song was covered by a Japanese band of high school students called OrangeDevil. I came to hear how other bands performed, but as expected, professional bands are amazing. Sorry for comparing them to high school students. 日本のOrangeDevilという高校生のバンドがこの曲を取り上げました。 他のバンドがどういう演奏をしてるのか聴きに来たのですが、 やはり、プロのバンドは素晴らしいですね。 高校生と比較してごめんなさい。

  • @heinzpflugfelder7761
    @heinzpflugfelder7761 7 місяців тому

    Music for the mind and hearth.

  • @GloobiestGloobster
    @GloobiestGloobster 8 місяців тому

    Its all fun in games until you actually play it. 🙂

  • @adrianmorfin1882
    @adrianmorfin1882 8 місяців тому

    So lovely ❤

  • @jameslewisfl74
    @jameslewisfl74 8 місяців тому

    beautiful

  • @senren6604
    @senren6604 9 місяців тому

    Sounds like ass

  • @sideways8films488
    @sideways8films488 10 місяців тому

    Knight rider brought me here

  • @MarceWood-n1o
    @MarceWood-n1o 11 місяців тому

    Wonderful! So much energy! A very great community of delightful music! Thank you!

  • @ricaurtesaval-dx2rw
    @ricaurtesaval-dx2rw Рік тому

    Semper Fidelis always was and excellent music this song have sense because this music elevated the honor of many people who fight on a war id the reason why never going to.get down for the eternity🇵🇦

  • @okbrassman
    @okbrassman Рік тому

    wow i was looking for a recording of this, not expecting to find one where i am performing in it ! ! . . . . many fond memories living in O.K.C. and performing with the late Gene Smith, R.I.P. my friend you are missed.

  • @ruthhellkamp926
    @ruthhellkamp926 Рік тому

    I PLAY this often..as i adore this piece by GG.

  • @sidthesquidh
    @sidthesquidh Рік тому

    A jazz piece written for concert band, we played this, the senior's last concert, I will always cherish this song because of the message I feel that it sends me.

  • @Music-vv9fz
    @Music-vv9fz Рік тому

    What the hell happened at 0:45 in the snare drum?

  • @ruthhellkamp926
    @ruthhellkamp926 Рік тому

    i love this piece...............i play it often....but i love this arrangement for orchestra...thanks.

  • @adamrynne5617
    @adamrynne5617 Рік тому

    SLAYER

  • @juanmanuelparadacontreras9565

    Una de mis marchas predilectas de este gran compositor marcial estadounidense, como fue John Philip Sousa. Todo un clásico en la extensión de la palabra.

  • @Music-vv9fz
    @Music-vv9fz Рік тому

    FINALLY. A conductor who understands the final four measures. Great performance!

  • @BruceTheSillyGoose
    @BruceTheSillyGoose 5 років тому

    played with technical expertise AND feeling. and a by-god "blues on the oboe" part!

  • @user-ij9tk6xu1z
    @user-ij9tk6xu1z 5 років тому

    I've noticed recently that Erin is the best oboe player in this band 1:19 Just thought I'd share

  • @tonyrobia1809
    @tonyrobia1809 5 років тому

    First lol

  • @bryanhughes423
    @bryanhughes423 6 років тому

    wow!!

  • @lebo2542
    @lebo2542 6 років тому

    Very nice job. We just played it tonight (12-10 2018) and I was the English horn player. Greetings and best wishes from the Lincoln Community Concert Band , Lincoln NE.

    • @OklahomaCitySymphonicBand
      @OklahomaCitySymphonicBand 6 років тому

      Lebo25 Thank you for your comments. I was the EH player on the video and it’s nice to hear from a colleague. It is a great solo part.

    • @lebo2542
      @lebo2542 6 років тому

      @@OklahomaCitySymphonicBand It is indeed a fine solo part. Another piece of Dr Reed's. the Armeinan Dances also has lovely English horn work in both the !st part and the second part. The second is less well known but has the best Eh part. If you've never played either you're in for a real treat. Hope you have or get the chance. He did write nicely for our Instrument.. Also nice to meet another Eh player. Not many of us. For many years I was both oboe and Eh as needed but had to give up the oboe in 2009 to an arthritic hand problem. So glad it did not affect my Eh playing. I'm mostly retired now but still do play Eh parts when asked. It was my main instrument in college.

  • @novicehiker6897
    @novicehiker6897 6 років тому

    SSSLLLAAAYYYEEEERRRRRDD

  • @williamphillips6247
    @williamphillips6247 7 років тому

    Fine sounding group.

  • @strangebones2000
    @strangebones2000 7 років тому

    Playing that Trumpet solo makes me happy