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The inspiration for Mother Nature: An Awakening really began with the first movement, “Cradle of the Earth.” I wanted to imagine the world beneath the surface — quiet, fragile, and full of life that has not yet emerged. At the heart of the movement is a beautiful, heart-wrenching lullaby theme. That melody became the emotional seed for the entire …
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Overthrone! is a competitive marching band production I created as an arranger, built around cinematic writing, heroic themes, and the kind of musical storytelling that unfolds like a living narrative. This is not just a collection of source material—it’s shaped as a journey, where each section feels like a new chapter in a larger story …
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Time Marches On is a piece for Concert Band that came from my fascination with both the power and the quiet mystery of time. It’s something we all live with every day, yet it never slows down or waits—and I wanted the music to reflect that unrelenting, forward motion while still capturing a sense of …
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If you want your marching band show to actually stand out, custom arrangements or original music are one of the smartest ways to do it. Instead of sounding like five other bands playing the same chart, your group gets something designed specifically for your strengths—your instrumentation, your skill level, and your style. That means better …
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When I first wrote Séance: Echoes from the Other Side, I knew it was going to be different… one of a kind. This new revision takes the groundbreaking original and pushes it even further; to the absolute EDGE! The piece was originally performed by the Pamplonesa Band in Pamplona, Spain for a special Halloween concert …
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-- Nashville, TN -- The CMA Foundation, the national music education nonprofit and the philanthropic arm of the Country Music Association, hosted its annual Music Teachers of Excellence Awards on October 19, 2022 and John David Hazlett, Director of Bands at McGavock HS in Nashville, TN was among the honorees. The invite-only event honored 30 …
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